MYRModel Year Report

2020 Toyota Sienna

▲ Better than typical
2020 Toyota Sienna
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:09:26.070Z

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
37
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2020

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

22% 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 2017 2018: 71 complaints 2019: 46 complaints 2020: 37 complaints 2020 37
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 2019: 46 complaints 2020: 37 complaints 2020 37
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 2019: 46 complaints 2019 2020: 37 complaints 2020 37

2020: 37 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

22% · 8 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

16% · 6 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

ON jUNE 3, 2021 I experienced a drastic loss in power and all warning light illuminated on the dash , was able to get of the highway to a safe area and vehicle ceased to function .

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-06-11

Also filed under Engine

Engine

16% · 6 reports
FIRE

Electrical system

16% · 6 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Speakers make an ear piercing loud noise that lasts about a second. If this sound were to occur during travel, could cause distraction leading to harm, or with young kids in the car, possibly damage their ears.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-04

Structure

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Show complaint excerpts

Power sliding door on driver side cable snapped. After closing door and trying to use the door without power unable to open or close the door at all. Passengers forced to use alternate door for exit of vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-31

The passenger side rear door unlocked and opened by itself in the middle of the night, no warning messages were given previously, doors were locked that night. Keys were not accidentally pressed on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-07

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2020 Toyota Sienna — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V532000 · Steering
  • Recall 20V682000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Toyota Sienna reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Toyota Sienna is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Toyota Sienna?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Toyota Sienna have?
2 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.