2010 Toyota Sienna
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 610 |
| 2012 | 246 |
| 2013 | 182 |
| 2014 | 162 |
| 2015 | 227 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 151 |
| 2018 | 68 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 36 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
17% of complaints: structure — 29 distinct reports on file.
INJURY12% of complaints: electrical system — 20 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
We recently had a full diagnostic check done on our vehicle (199 point at Parkway Automotive in Little Rock, Arkansas) that listed some components in need of repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230103
MY SIENNA HAS A PROBLEM WITH THE REAR SLIDING DOOR- AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF ALREADY FROM ITS OTHER CUSTOMERS WHO OWN A SIENNA AS FAR BACK AS 2004.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130719
WE HAVE A 2010 TOYOTA SIENNA XLE. THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE AUTOMATIC DOORS AND KEY FOB AND BACK HATCH DOOR. THE KEY WILL UNLOCK AND IMMEDIATELY RELOCK ALL THE DOORS. IF YOU TOUCH THE BUTTONS TO ACTIVATE SLIDING DOORS THEY WORK OFF AND ON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100129
10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
2010 TOYOTA SIENNA WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, WITH MY RIGHT FOOT ON THE BRAKE, WHEN IT SUDDENLY LAUNCHED ITSELF INTO THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. (THIS WAS ALMOST UNBELIEVABLE, BUT THANK GOD I HAD A WITNESS!
NHTSA ODI report, 20140320
9% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: structure — 14 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY SIENNA HAS A PROBLEM WITH THE REAR SLIDING DOOR- AN ISSUE THAT TOYOTA IS AWARE OF ALREADY FROM ITS OTHER CUSTOMERS WHO OWN A SIENNA AS FAR BACK AS 2004.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130719
SAFETY TIMELINE
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT S
Campaign 10V036000 — check if this car was fixed
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECAL
Campaign 10V035000 — check if this car was fixed
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
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, an
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contac
Campaign 13V014000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2...
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015.
Campaign 14V743000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Sienna vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan,...
Remedy: Toyota sent owners in August 2014 an interim notification to advise owners of the recall and that dealers will perform an interim remedy to remove the spare tire and relocate it to the luggage compartment, free of charge.
Campaign 14V273000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser,...
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Campaign 16V396000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2005-2007 and 2009-2010 Toyota Sienna vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift lock solenoid and reapply the grease, free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0V.
Campaign 17V657000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Toyota Sienna — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (29 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V036000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V035000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V160000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V014000 (air bags, seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V743000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V273000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V396000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V657000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Toyota Sienna reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Toyota Sienna is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Toyota Sienna?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Toyota Sienna have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.