Venza Intermittent Starting Stalling

Wow, that sounds familiar! I had a similar issue with my Venza. The symptoms you describe are almost identical to what I experienced. Have you checked the starter motor relay? It's like the little switch that tells the starter motor to do its thing. If that relay is flaky, it could cause the intermittent starting and stalling issues you're seeing. It's a cheap part, and easy to replace.

The starter motor relay, huh? I'm not super familiar with car parts, but I'll look into it. Where exactly is that located? Is it something I can get to without too much trouble? And could that really cause the engine to shut off while I'm driving, too?

Okay, so the location of the starter motor relay can vary, but it's usually in the main fuse box under the hood. Your owner's manual should have a diagram showing its exact location. And yes, a faulty relay can definitely cause the engine to shut off while driving. Think of it like a light switch that's going bad – sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. Honestly, given the potential danger of the engine cutting out, I'd suggest taking it to a trusted mechanic. They can diagnose it properly and make sure everything is safe.

Thanks so much for the advice! I took it to my mechanic, and you were spot on – it was a faulty fuse! They replaced it for 52€, and now it's running perfectly. I really appreciate the help!