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ProblemsByVin File / 2016-TOYOTA-SIENNA
2016 · toyota

toyota Sienna problems

2 safety recalls. 75 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

body
21 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
electrical
9 reports · avg $850
severe
seatbelts
6 reports · avg $500
severe
airbags
4 reports · avg $1,100
severe
steering
4 reports · avg $700
severe
wheels
4 reports · avg $400
moderate
lighting
3 reports · avg $250
moderate
powertrain
3 reports · avg $2,500
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2016 Sienna · steering
THE STEERING SEIZED UP ON MY 2016 TOYOTA VAN WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. I HAD TO GET THE VEHICLE TOWED. THERE ARE ONLY 20904 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. TOYOTA SAYS MY WARRANTY IS EXPIRED. TOYOTA SAYS I WILL NEED A NEW STEERING ASSEMBLY, WHICH I WILL HAVE TO PAY IS FOR…
12/26/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11291343.0
2016 Sienna · visibility
THIS NEW TOYOTA SIENNA 2016 WAS DELIVERED WITH A DEFECTIVE FRONT WINDSHIELD WITH DISTORTION AT THE CENTER BOTTOM. IT CAUSES THE ROAD MARKINGS TO BECOME WAVY AND DISTORTED, AND IS DANGEROUSLY DISTRACTING ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT OR IN LOW LIGHT SITUATIONS. THE DEALER WAS IMMEDIATELY…
12/16/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10935875.0
2016 Sienna · electrical Fire
OUR 2016 TOYOTA SIENNA SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY AFTER RETURNING FROM A SHORT DRIVE. AFTER PULLING INTO OUR DRIVEWAY AND SHUTTING OFF THE IGNITION, MY WIFE SMELLED SMOKE AS SHE WAS EXITING THE PARKED VEHICLE. THIS SMOKE INTENSIFIED AND QUICKLY…
12/12/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11288762.0
2016 Sienna · airbags Crash
I HAD CAR ACCIDENT TODAY AND GOT HI MY LEFT FRONT WND REALLY GOOD AND THE POLICE SEEN MY CAR'S AIR BAG DID NOT GO OFF-IT DIDN'T SHOWS UP.MY FACE GOT HITTED BY STEERING WHEEL.I WAS DRIVING ON CITY OF PUYALLUP WASHINGTON RUNNING 25-35MILES AN HOUR WHEN THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME TOOK…
12/06/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11156694.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 16V858000 29/11/2016

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Toyota Sienna minivans manufactured January 4, 2010, to August 12, 2016

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

Fix: 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.
severe NHTSA 16V197000 07/04/2016

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Sienna vehicles manufactured February 15, 2016, to February 19, 2016

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.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2016 Toyota Sienna reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 Toyota Sienna is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2016 Toyota Sienna?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 21 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota Sienna has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2016 Toyota Sienna?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 75 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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