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4T3BK11A29U••••••2009 Toyota VENZA
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2009 Toyota VENZA build (7 vs 4).
7on this build
148on the model
42builds in total
Most reportedVehicle Speed Control 2Steering 2Service Brakes 2Electrical System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsFeb 2023
The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and opening and closing the front driver’s side door, the SRS warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was previously…
SteeringMar 2021
Just purchased a 2009 venza and there is a rattle in steering column when hitting small pumps or cracks in road or turning. No pics because it seems to be a internal issue
Exterior LightingDec 2019
While driving at night with the headlights on, the drivers side low beam headlight intermittently goes out. Usually occurs in the "auto" setting but not always. Sometimes after stopping and turning off the engine and lights, the low beam will start working but not always. Next…
Power TrainFeb 2019
Driver side seat no heat. Speed sensor front right there light on break ABS and vsc. Rear differential make noise
EngineDec 2010
Engine noisy while at idle.brought it to the attention of dealer and was told that it was normal. As time went on noise continued to get worse by getting louder. Each time I mentioned it to the dealer while having it serviced, I was told it was normal. Now the noise is much…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 4T3BK11A29U020209 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.