NHTSA lists 76 complaints for the 2016 Toyota Sienna, 7 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 4 complaints mention an injury, with 6 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as TOYOTA SIENNA.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| structural or corrosion | 22 | 28.9% | 0.74 |
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| mechanical failure | 19 | 25.0% | 0.81 |
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| restraint or airbag | 8 | 10.5% | 0.88 |
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| electrical electronic | 7 | 9.2% | 0.75 |
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| loss of control | 7 | 9.2% | 0.94 |
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| unclear | 6 | 7.9% | 0.75 |
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| visibility or lighting | 4 | 5.3% | 0.81 |
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| noise or comfort | 2 | 2.6% | 0.70 |
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| fire or overheating | 1 | 1.3% | 1.00 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| low | 33 | 43.4% | 0.77 |
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| moderate | 31 | 40.8% | 0.85 |
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| high | 9 | 11.8% | 0.93 |
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| none | 2 | 2.6% | 0.78 |
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| critical | 1 | 1.3% | 0.59 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 76 tagged complaints of 76 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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5 recalls.
Date: 2025-12-17. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Defect: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not (excerpt)
Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
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.
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.
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.
Date: 2016-04-07. Systems: SEAT BELTS.
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Sienna vehicles manufactured February 15, 2016, to February 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, incorrect front seat belt height adjusters may have been installed. During a crash, this incorrect height adjuster may contact the B-pillar and tear or separate.
Consequence: Failure and detachment of seat belt height adjuster would result in the occupant not being properly restrained in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt height adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0H.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
291 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 135 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 69 |
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| STRUCTURE | 65 |
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| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 13 |
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| ENGINE | 12 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 10 |
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| SEATS | 8 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 8 |
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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
11022964
Date: 2025-08-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using Bluetooth Hands Free. This is caused by the phone Hands Free volume being too low.
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