Three problems related to differential unit have been reported for the 2009 Toyota Venza. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Toyota Venza based on all problems reported for the 2009 Venza.
Driver side seat no heat. Speed sensor front right there light on break abs and vsc. Rear differential make noise.
My 2009 Toyota Venza with only 70,000 miles suddenly developed a whining, grinding noise while driving and accelerating. The noise was coming from the rear axle. The noise got progressively worse very quickly. After mechanical inspection I was informed that the rear differential was shot. I was also informed that the vehicle shouldn't be driven for long distances because of the potential of the differential to overheat and fail. The failure could be associated with safe drivability issues.
This is 2009 Toyota Venza v6 awd version. Oil leaked from rear differential between electromagnetic coupler sub-assembly and the differential. The coupler itself also leaked oil. The unit is all covered by oil. Dealer stating the part is non-serviceable and has to be replaced.