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2015 Toyota Sienna problems

NHTSA lists 232 complaints for the 2015 Toyota Sienna, 17 of them mention a crash and 7 mention a fire. 13 complaints mention an injury, with 28 injuries and 0 deaths reported.

Data build 2026-10-09.

NHTSA lists this vehicle as TOYOTA SIENNA.

At a glance

Complaints
232
With crash
17
With fire
7
With injury (complaints)
13
Injuries
28
Deaths
0
Recalls
6
Do not drive recalls
0
Park outside recalls
0
Recall potential units (maximum)
744,437
Investigations
0
Open investigations
0
Manufacturer communications
347

Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.

Where the complaints are

Top systems
SystemComplaintsShare of this vehicle's complaints
STRUCTURE6126.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4419.0%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER4318.5%
ENGINE166.9%
SERVICE BRAKES166.9%
WHEELS146.0%
POWER TRAIN125.2%
STEERING114.7%
AIR BAGS93.9%
SEAT BELTS83.4%
Top subsystems
SystemSubsystemComplaints
STRUCTUREBODY59
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESDOORS3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMINSTRUMENT PANEL2
TIRESTREAD/BELT2
CHILD SEATSHELL1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM12V/24V/48V BATTERY1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMWIRING1
EXTERIOR LIGHTINGTURN SIGNAL1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEAUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCRUISE CONTROL1

One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.

Model-generated complaint tags

These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.

Failure modes
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
mechanical failure6728.9%0.84
structural or corrosion4117.7%0.71
electrical electronic3816.4%0.78
loss of control229.5%0.82
restraint or airbag208.6%0.94
unclear125.2%0.86
visibility or lighting93.9%0.79
fire or overheating83.4%0.95
noise or comfort83.4%0.81
fluid or fuel leak73.0%0.77
Severities
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
moderate11750.4%0.80
low8034.5%0.74
high239.9%0.85
none73.0%0.75
critical52.2%0.87

Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 232 tagged complaints of 232 complaints (100.0%).

Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.

Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.

Recalls

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6 recalls.

19V553000

Date: 2019-07-25. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Defect: Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles. The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly may be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.

Consequence: The contact may cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

19V410000

Date: 2019-06-04. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Defect: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Toyota Sienna mobility van conversions. The brake lines may have incorrect tube nut fittings installed, which may cause a pressure drop within the braking system.

Consequence: The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will install an adaptor to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

16V858000

Date: 2016-11-29. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Toyota Sienna minivans manufactured January 4, 2010, to August 12, 2016. If the power sliding door is unable to be opened when commanded, such as if the door is frozen shut, the door may subsequently open unexpectedly, possibly while the vehicle is moving.

Consequence: If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block, rear sliding door wire harnesses, and install two sub wire harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G04.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

15V240000

Date: 2015-04-22. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Defect: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Sienna vehicles manufactured January 23, 2015, to April 13, 2015, and equipped with non-Toyota-brand overhead entertainment accessories installed by GST. During reassembly of the interior after the overhead entertainment system installation, a trim panel securing clip may have been reused instead of being replaced.

Consequence: If the clip was damaged during the entertainment system installation, in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment, the trim panel may detach and strike one of the vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trim panel securing clip, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2015. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 15R1.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

15V236000

Date: 2015-04-21. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sienna vehicles manufactured September 1, 2014, to April 13, 2015 and equipped with overhead entertainment accessories installed by SET. During reassembly of the interior after the overhead entertainment system installation, a trim panel securing clip may have been reused instead of being replaced.

Consequence: If the clip was damaged during the entertainment system installation, in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment, the trim panel may detach and strike one of the vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trim panel securing clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET15B.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

14V757000

Date: 2014-11-26. Systems: AIR BAGS.

Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sienna vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to November 25, 2014. In the event of a crash that necessitates the deployment of the curtain shield airbag (CSA), the second row overhead assist grips may detach.

Consequence: If the assist grip detaches due to CSA deployment, the grip may strike a vehicle occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the headliner near the second row overhead assist grip, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

Investigations

0 investigations; 0 open.

Manufacturer communications

347 manufacturer communications.

Communications by system
SystemCount
EQUIPMENT161
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM78
STRUCTURE75
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES24
SEATS15
ENGINE14
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY12
POWER TRAIN8

11028712

Date: 2026-01-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

Some 2005 a 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedur

11020657

Date: 2025-06-13. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.

11012742

Date: 2024-12-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfa

11012743

Date: 2024-12-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.

11012744

Date: 2024-12-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,

11012735

Date: 2024-12-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure in this bulletin to remove the RapgardTM protective film wi

11012727

Date: 2024-12-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surfa

11006161

Date: 2024-07-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Some 2005 a 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedur

11007455

Date: 2024-07-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Some 2005 a 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedur

11007445

Date: 2024-07-12. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,

Notes on this record

  • Complaints from the API and bulk file are merged and deduplicated by ODI number; the API alone misses records.
  • System and subsystem counts are numbers of distinct complaints, recalls or communications that name them. One record can name several systems, so shares across systems can add to more than 100 percent; a single share never exceeds 100 percent.
  • Recalls are counted once per campaign, investigations once per action and manufacturer communications once per NHTSA id, even when NHTSA lists several model names for the same record.
  • A sales denominator is a calendar-year proxy, not the population of vehicles still in use. Rates are copied from verified pipeline output.

Other names NHTSA uses

None listed.

Matched NHTSA models

Matched labels and complaints
NHTSA model labelComplaints
SIENNA232

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