2010 Toyota Venza Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 79 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 17,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2010 Toyota Venza, 3% of the 79 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 17,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Parked the car, locked it. About a minute later noticed smoke, then fire, very intense. The entire engine compartment was destroyed (radiator melted), front tire burned, and the fire damaged dashboard and interior as well. A car parked nearby was also scorched.”
NHTSA complaint #10486313, filed 2012-11, 17,000 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, an independent mechanic arrived at the residence to diagnose the vehicle and retrieved a fault code related to the ECM. The mechanic also informed the contact to call a locksmith regarding the key fob. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. …”
NHTSA complaint #11692554, filed 2025-10Related service bulletins
- 10253223Mar 4, 2024This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the…
- 10183281Oct 21, 2020TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
- 10178524Jul 30, 2020TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
- 10111400Apr 7, 2015TT: Starting with 2010 Model Year, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil. Due to the them…
- 10111207Apr 7, 2015TT: Starting with 2010 Model Year, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil. Due to the them…
- 10109364Nov 21, 2014TSB: Some vehicles equipped with 2GR-FE/FXE engines and a towing package may exhibit a leak or oil seep from the engine's oil cooler pipes.
- 10132755Jul 31, 2014Dealer Letter: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for…
- 10132750Jul 31, 2014Region Letter: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for…
- 10056501Jul 31, 2014Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. An enhancement warranty program, on certain vehicles, has been announced to provide warranty coverage for repairs relating to…
- 10131826Apr 28, 2014Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 | 3% |
| 2009 | 5 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2010 Toyota Venza
15 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsSeats
10 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Toyota Venza
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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