TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN A VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE DOORS BECAME STUCK AND COULD NOT BE OPENED. THE DRIVER AND TWO PASSENGERS WERE TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING DIAGNOSED AND REPAIRED. THE FAIL…
2009 Toyota Sienna airbags problems
severe 11 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Crashes
5
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC WHEN A VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACTS VEHICLE. THE FRONT PASSENGERS SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN AND THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED LACERATIONS TO THE FOREHEAD WHEN HIS HEAD STRUCK THE DASHBOARD. THE REAR PASSENGER SUSTAINED SEAT BELT …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA SIENNA. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG SENSOR WOULD FLASH OFF AND ON INDICATING THAT THE AIR BAG SYSTEM WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 109,000.
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2009 Toyota Sienna?
It's a meaningful issue. 11 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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