MYRModel Year Report

2016 Toyota Sienna

▲ Better than typical
2016 Toyota Sienna
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:27.948Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
76
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2016

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Structure

37% of complaints

Complaints per year

1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 294 complaints 1999: 215 complaints 1999 2000: 363 complaints 2001: 180 complaints 2002: 181 complaints 2002 2003: 105 complaints 2004: 2,062 complaints 2005: 1,130 complaints 2005 2006: 1,016 complaints 2007: 364 complaints 2008: 428 complaints 2008 2009: 207 complaints 2010: 172 complaints 2011: 614 complaints 2011 2012: 247 complaints 2013: 183 complaints 2014: 163 complaints 2015: 233 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2016 76 2017: 156 complaints 2018: 71 complaints 2019: 46 complaints 2020: 37 complaints 2020
1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 294 complaints 1998 1999: 215 complaints 2000: 363 complaints 2000 2001: 180 complaints 2002: 181 complaints 2002 2003: 105 complaints 2004: 2,062 complaints 2004 2005: 1,130 complaints 2006: 1,016 complaints 2006 2007: 364 complaints 2008: 428 complaints 2008 2009: 207 complaints 2010: 172 complaints 2010 2011: 614 complaints 2012: 247 complaints 2012 2013: 183 complaints 2014: 163 complaints 2014 2015: 233 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2016 76 2017: 156 complaints 2018: 71 complaints 2018 2019: 46 complaints 2020: 37 complaints 2020
1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 294 complaints 1998 1999: 215 complaints 1999 2000: 363 complaints 2000 2001: 180 complaints 2001 2002: 181 complaints 2002 2003: 105 complaints 2003 2004: 2,062 complaints 2004 2005: 1,130 complaints 2005 2006: 1,016 complaints 2006 2007: 364 complaints 2007 2008: 428 complaints 2008 2009: 207 complaints 2009 2010: 172 complaints 2010 2011: 614 complaints 2011 2012: 247 complaints 2012 2013: 183 complaints 2013 2014: 163 complaints 2014 2015: 233 complaints 2015 2016: 76 complaints 2016 76 2017: 156 complaints 2017 2018: 71 complaints 2018 2019: 46 complaints 2019 2020: 37 complaints 2020

2016: 76 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19963
19972
1998294
1999215
2000363
2001180
2002181
2003105
20042,062
20051,130
20061,016
2007364
2008428
2009207
2010172
2011614
2012247
2013183
2014163
2015233
201676
2017156
201871
201946
202037

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Structure

37% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing body and hatchback/liftgate.

CRASHINJURY
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On June 6, 2019 at approximately 6 pm my vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. I was driving at 15 MPH and it accelerated to 40-50 MPH. Braking did not slow down the vehicle. I jumped the curb and hit three small trees.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-30

The contact owned a 2016 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V858000 (Structure); several years ago.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29

Electrical system

12% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

FIRE

Seat belts

8% · 6 reports
INJURY

Wheels

7% · 5 reports
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Excessive outer wear on front tires

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-07

Air bags

7% · 5 reports
CRASHINJURY
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I had car accident today and got hi my left front wnd really good and the police seen my car's air bag did not go off-it didn't shows up.my face got hitted by steering wheel.I was driving on city of puyallup Washington running 25-35MILES an hour...

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-06

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Toyota Sienna. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact lost control of the steering wheel. The contact was not able to stop the vehicle and the electronic brake warning indicator illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-28

Also filed under Steering

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2016-04-29Seat belts16V197000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Sienna vehicles manufactured February 15, 2016, to February 19, 2016.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt height adjusters, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0H.

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    2017-07-28Structure16V858000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Toyota Sienna minivans manufactured January 4, 2010, to August 12, 2016.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block, rear sliding door wire harnesses, and install two sub wire harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017.

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    2019-06-25Service brakes, hydraulic19V410000 Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Toyota Sienna mobility van conversions. The brake lines may have incorrect tube nut fittings installed, which may cause a pressure drop within the braking system.

    Remedy: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will install an adaptor to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

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    2019-12-16Service brakes, hydraulic19V553000 Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles.

    Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

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    2026-02-05Equipment adaptive/mobility25V876000 Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles...

    Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

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Buy-smart checklist

2016 Toyota Sienna — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 28 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 16V197000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 16V858000 · Structure
  • Recall 19V410000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 19V553000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 25V876000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
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FAQ

Is the 2016 Toyota Sienna reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Toyota Sienna is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Sienna?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Sienna have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.