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
View as data table
| 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 | 610 |
| 2012 | 246 |
| 2013 | 182 |
| 2014 | 162 |
| 2015 | 227 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 151 |
| 2018 | 68 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 36 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: power train — 47 distinct reports on file.
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
8% of complaints: structure — 30 distinct reports on file.
INJURY8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 29 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: tires — 28 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 18 distinct reports on file.
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 (47 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (29 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V160000 (structure) has been completed.
OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL
BEST YEARS
WORST YEARS
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:automatic transmission, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota Sienna have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.