2000 Toyota Sienna
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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 |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 294 |
| 1999 | 215 |
| 2000 | 363 |
| 2001 | 180 |
| 2002 | 181 |
| 2003 | 105 |
| 2004 | 2062 |
| 2005 | 1130 |
| 2006 | 1016 |
| 2007 | 364 |
| 2008 | 428 |
| 2009 | 207 |
| 2010 | 172 |
| 2011 | 611 |
| 2012 | 247 |
| 2013 | 183 |
| 2014 | 162 |
| 2015 | 230 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 152 |
| 2018 | 69 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 36 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
19% of complaints: power train — 70 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and torque converter.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE, WITH NO ONE IT IT BUT RUNNING, SHIFTED OUT OF PARK AND INTO REVERSE (AFTER STANDING STILL FOR AT LEAST A FULL MINUTE OR TWO). VEHICLE BACKED DOWN DRIVEWAY CAUSING DAMAGE TO VEHICLE AND HOUSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030215
LOCATION-PARKING LOT, RAINING, TIRES LOST TRACTION AND ACCELERATOR STUCK ON FULL, BRAKES WOULD NOT FUNCTION. THE VEHICLE PROPELLED FORWARD GLANCING OFF THE BACK OF A FULL SIZED PICKUP AND DEFLECTED INTO A SUBURBAN WHERE IT FINALLY STOPPED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000108
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
19% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 68 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
FIRE INJURY14% of complaints: structure — 52 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and body.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON MY WAY TO WORK WHEN A DEER RAN OUT IN FRONT OF ME. I HIT THE DEER ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL. RAN OFF INTO DITCH FLIPPED OVER AND WAS TRAPPED. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN WHEN THE FIRE DEPT CUT ME OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121207
Also filed under AIR BAGS
11% of complaints: tires — 41 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
11% of complaints: service brakes — 40 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I WAS DRIVING IN TOWN ON DRY PAVEMENT ON A RELATIVELY FLAT STREET. I STARTED BRAKING FOR A STOP LIGHT. THE ABS SYSTEM KICKED IN AND WAS MAKING THAT AWFUL PULSING NOISE THAT IT USUALLY MAKES ON ICY ROADS. THEN SUDDENLY THERE WERE NO BRAKES AT ALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120815
SAFETY TIMELINE
STEERING WHEEL TO RETURN TO CENTER
ENGINE SEIZURE
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998 THROUGH 2010 SIENNA PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN AUGUST 7, 1997 AND JANUARY 4, 2010, CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN CONNECTICUT, D
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS WITH AN INTERIM LETTER INITIALLY INSTRUCTING THEM TO BRING THEIR VEHICLE TO AUTHORIZED DEALERS TO INSPECT FOR CORROSION. A SECOND NOTICE WILL BE SENT WHEN THE PERMANENT REME
Campaign 10V160000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Toyota Sienna — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (70 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (68 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (52 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V160000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Toyota Sienna reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Toyota Sienna is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Toyota Sienna?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota Sienna have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.