The most-reported Sienna run is 5TDZA23C64S (2004 builds) with 73 complaints, 11.1× the typical run. Structure problems make up 36% of reports; 2004 is the worst model year at 17.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 51 recall campaigns for Sienna model years 1998–2020.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Toyota Sienna has 1,077 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 5% of every Sienna complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5TDZA23C64S•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — | |
| 5TDZA23C44S•••••• | 2004 | 2 | — | |
| 5TDZA23C24S•••••• | 2004 | 2 | — | |
| 5TDZA23C04S•••••• | 2004 | — | 1 | |
| 5TDZA23C94S•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — | |
| 5TDZA22C74S•••••• | 2004 | 4 | 1 | |
| 5TDZA23C74S•••••• | 2004 | 2 | 1 | |
| 5TDZA23CX4S•••••• | 2004 | 2 | — | |
| 5TDZA22C04S•••••• | 2004 | — | 1 | |
| 5TDZA22C34S•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — | |
| 5TDZA22C94S•••••• | 2004 | 2 | — | |
| 5TDZA22C64S•••••• | 2004 | 1 | — |
Each of the other 1,065 Sienna runs has 57 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 385 Sienna VINs so far, most often 2026, 2011, 2020 builds; 5 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Toyota Sienna the gap between build years is 12.3×: a 2004 car draws 17.2 complaints per run, a 2020 one 1.4.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 37 | 26 | — | |
| 2019 | 45 | 29 | 2 | |
| 2018 | 68 | 40 | 4 | |
| 2017 | 150 | 53 | 13 | |
| 2016 | 69 | 42 | 5 | |
| 2015 | 212 | 54 | 12 | |
| 2014 | 147 | 51 | 6 | |
| 2013 | 166 | 58 | 7 | |
| 2012 | 232 | 66 | 10 | |
| 2011 | 551 | 81 | 30 | |
| 2010 | 144 | 41 | 13 | |
| 2009 | 170 | 40 | 12 | |
| 2008 | 376 | 53 | 33 | |
| 2007 | 310 | 59 | 27 | |
| 2006 | 838 | 74 | 35 | |
| 2005 | 945 | 69 | 34 | |
| 2004 | 1595 | 93 | 38 | |
| 2003 | 75 | 29 | 8 | |
| 2002 | 144 | 32 | 14 | |
| 2001 | 128 | 33 | 10 |
Heaviest year here is 2004 at 17.2 complaints per run; lightest is 2020 at 1.4.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 36% of everything Toyota Sienna owners report: Structure, 2,271 of 7,071 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 19 | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 108 | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | 24 | |
| Latches/locks/linkages | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | 20 | 8 | |
| Power Train | 37 | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 72 | 2 | |
| Steering | 15 | 6 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 51 recall campaigns on the Toyota Sienna; the 6 below cover build years 1998 to 2018. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 10V160000 | Structure | 1998–2010 |
| 10V036000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2004–2011 |
| 14V273000 | Tires:temporary/emergency Spare Tire | 2004–2011 |
| 19V553000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 2012–2018 |
| 14V743000 | Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler | 2005–2011 |
| 16V396000 | Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler | 2005–2011 |
10V160000 was opened in 2010 on cars built from 1998: 12 years on the road before the recall.
The Sienna against its rivals
The Sienna draws 6.6 complaints per production run; the Honda Odyssey 7.2, the Kia Carnival 2.8 and the Chrysler Pacifica 6.9.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Sienna | 7,071 | 1,077 | 5% | |
| Honda Odyssey | 11,244 | 1,568 | 3.5% | |
| Kia Carnival | 407 | 144 | 2.5% | |
| Chrysler Pacifica | 6,494 | 936 | 2.9% |
How serious were they
Of the 7,071 reports on the Toyota Sienna, 5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Toyota Sienna | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 7,071 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 351 (5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 69 (1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 521 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 7 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Toyota Sienna share of that is 7,071 complaints over 1,077 runs, 0.63% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Toyota Sienna VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 7,071 NHTSA complaints from 1,077 Sienna runs and 51 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Sienna production run has the most complaints?
5TDZA23C64S, a 2004 build, with 73 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical Sienna run has 6.6.
Which Sienna years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2004 is heaviest at 17.2 complaints per run and 2020 lightest at 1.4.
Does the Sienna get more complaints than the Honda Odyssey?
No: 6.6 complaints per production run for the Sienna against 7.2 for the Honda Odyssey.
How many Sienna complaints involve a crash?
5% of 7,071 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 69 involved a fire.
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