Of the 6 seatbelts complaints filed for the 2016 Toyota Sienna,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
1 (100%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA seatbelts complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
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.
What owners are reporting
2 most recent
seatbelts · 30,000 mi
· filed 10/18/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Toyota sienna. The contact stated that the door spontaneously opened while the vehicle was in motion. The contact called antiac Toyota (1817 auto center dr, antioch, ca 94509) and was informed that there was no open recall or remedy for the failure. In addition, while driving approximately 75 MPH, the seat belt spontaneously became unlocked. The vehicle was taken back…
seatbelts
· filed 10/17/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Toyota sienna. While driving 70 MPH, the driver's seat belt fractured without warning. In addition, while driving various low speeds, both sliding doors opened on more than one occasion. The contact stated that the rear passenger sliding door opened mostly while driving. The vehicle was taken to an unknown Toyota dealer in walnut creek, california to be repaired. The…
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Common questions
How serious is the seatbelts problem on the 2016 Toyota Sienna?
It's a meaningful issue. 6 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $500.
At what mileage does the seatbelts typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, seatbelts issues most often appear around 44,217 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $500 for seatbelts 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 seatbelts?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover seatbelts issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2016/Toyota/Sienna.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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