MYRModel Year Report

2018 Toyota Sienna

▲ Better than typical
2018 Toyota Sienna
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:48.410Z

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
71
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2018

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

28% 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 2014 2015: 233 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2017: 156 complaints 2018: 71 complaints 2018 71 2019: 46 complaints 2020: 37 complaints
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 2017: 156 complaints 2018: 71 complaints 2018 71 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 2017: 156 complaints 2017 2018: 71 complaints 2018 71 2019: 46 complaints 2019 2020: 37 complaints 2020

2018: 71 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.

Power train

28% · 20 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Whining noise when accelerating, transmission shop reported discovery of damage to transmission upon removal and inspection of transmission.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-22

Transmission whining above 20mph. Toyota customer care program [XXX] states my vehicle falls within timeframe but dealer and corporate will not honor repairs INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-17

Vehicle: 2018 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD, VIN [XXX], approximately 112,000 miles. Component: Power Train / Automatic Transmission (UA80F 8-speed).

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14

Fuel/propulsion system

13% · 9 reports
Show complaint excerpts

When accelerating, both from a stop and/or at speed, there is a definite hesitation. When gas pedal is pressed down, there is a noticeable pause before acceleration begins.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-22

Electrical system

8% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

Show complaint excerpts

I am an owner of a 2018 Toyota Sienna LE. The Vehicle has an issue with the safety connect system. Dealer first states that the cause is the data handling being off, called Toyota turned it on and waited for a few days and still did not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-23

Vehicle speed control

7% · 5 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Unintended acceleration while reversing vehicle. Van went full throttle and sped up in reverse while backing up from my drive way at home.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-05

Structure

7% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2018-04-20Wheels18V130000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Sienna vehicles built with a specific lot of 10-spoke alloy wheels from one production facility. These wheels may not have been properly cooled during manufacturing.

    Remedy: Toyota began notifying owners initially by phone on February 26, 2018 and will mail letters to any unnotified owner starting on April 20, 2018.

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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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    2019-07-25Steering19V532000 Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain modified 2017-2020 Toyota Sienna vehicles. The steering shaft extensions may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the extensions to fracture.

    Remedy: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft extensions, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

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    2019-08-23Equipment19V503000 Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect.

    Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.

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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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  6. R
    2020-05-01Fuel system, gasoline20V012000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019...

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.

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  7. R
    2021-01-21Fuel system, gasoline20V682000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4,...

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Toyota Sienna — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 18V130000 · Wheels
  • Recall 19V410000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 19V532000 · Steering
  • Recall 19V503000 · Equipment
  • Recall 19V553000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 20V012000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 20V682000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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FAQ

Is the 2018 Toyota Sienna reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Toyota Sienna is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Sienna?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Sienna have?
7 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.