How many electrical complaints does the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid have?

NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2021 Venza Hybrid, which is 16% of the 188 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid's electrical system?

Yes, recall 22V033000 covers water entering the rear turn signal LED lights, which can cause condensation on the circuit board and a short. Dealers replace both rear turn signal LED bulbs and the light assembly as needed.

At what mileage do electrical problems show up on the 2021 Venza Hybrid?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Electrical System complaints on this model year is 5,500 miles.

Are the electrical issues linked to any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for the 2021 Venza Hybrid's electrical complaints includes 2 crashes and 2 injuries, with no reported fires.

Do headlight problems continue in later Venza Hybrid model years?

Electrical System complaint share rises in later years, reaching 29% in 2022, 33% in 2023, and 32% in 2024, though total complaint counts are lower than in 2021.

2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid, 16% of the model year's 188 total complaints. A related recall (22V033000) covers rear turn signal LED lights that can let water in and short out. Median mileage at failure is 5,500.

Electrical System complaints: 30; 16% of 188
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 5,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Low-beam LED headlights show dark shadows or blind spots in the upper part of the beam, making night driving distracting and unsafe.
Warning lights illuminate on startup and the steering wheel warning appears, with the dealer unable to diagnose the cause.
The infotainment/head unit screen fails, cutting off access to climate, audio, navigation, and showing a strobing backup camera image.
Door lock actuators stop responding to electrical signals from the key fob or gear selector, so the doors do not lock even though they appear to.
The Stargaze electric sunroof shorts out and produces a buzzing sound.
Owners who received the rear turn signal recall notice reported the replacement part was unavailable for an extended time.

When 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid electrical complaints were filed

First complaint May 3, 2021, latest Aug 7, 2026.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2021 to Aug 2026; peak May 2021 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid

NHTSA 22V033000Jan 26, 2022Electrical System41,544 vehicles
Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021 Venza Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear turn signal LED lights, allowing condensation to form on the circuit board, and causing a short circuit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A short circuit can cause dimming or failure of the rear turn signals and hazard lights, reducing the vehicle's visibility to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear turn signal LED bulbs and replace the rear turn signal light assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 18, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available by June 30, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TB01/22TA01.

Electrical System complaints by Venza Hybrid model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202130 (16%)
202212 (29%)
20237 (33%)
20248 (32%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid have?: NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2021 Venza Hybrid, which is 16% of the 188 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid's electrical system?: Yes, recall 22V033000 covers water entering the rear turn signal LED lights, which can cause condensation on the circuit board and a short. Dealers replace both rear turn signal LED bulbs and the light assembly as needed.
At what mileage do electrical problems show up on the 2021 Venza Hybrid?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Electrical System complaints on this model year is 5,500 miles.
Are the electrical issues linked to any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for the 2021 Venza Hybrid's electrical complaints includes 2 crashes and 2 injuries, with no reported fires.
Do headlight problems continue in later Venza Hybrid model years?: Electrical System complaint share rises in later years, reaching 29% in 2022, 33% in 2023, and 32% in 2024, though total complaint counts are lower than in 2021.