2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 41 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 68 |
| 2024 | 68 |
| 2025 | 265 |
| 2026 | 13 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
29% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240207
17% of complaints: service brakes — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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FAILURE: Brake control system. Vehicle intermittently surges forward while braking at low speed, most often through a curve â the brakes momentarily release and the vehicle lurches before braking resumes.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
12% of complaints: seats — 5 distinct reports on file.
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HEADLINER CUT TOO LARGE, DOESN'T HOLD REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROLS, CLIMATE CONTROLS FALL OUT AND HIT REAR PASSENGERS. THIS HAPPENS AT ANY SPEED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210511
Also filed under STRUCTURE and EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The electronic driver's seat motor and track assembly failed completely on my 2021 Toyota Sienna (VIN: [XXX]) at less than 18,000 miles. The seat is permanently seized in a fixed position.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260902
12% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and support device/strut.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My liftgate has been making loud noises upon closing. The dealership checked it and diagnosed that the trunk door is mis-aligned, leaving a gap so that the door WOULD NOT SECURELY CLOSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260902
10% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03.
Campaign 22V239000 — check if this car was fixed
Pedestrian alert sounds
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024.
Campaign 23V865000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Sienna Hybrid vehicles. The bolts for the seatbacks on the third-row seat assemblies may not be tightened properly.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the seat assembly bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA05.
Campaign 25V086000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V239000 (electronic stability control (esc)) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V865000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V086000 (seats) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.