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2015 Toyota Sienna recalls & problems

The 2015 Toyota Sienna has 6 safety recalls and 233 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is structure (65 complaints).

Recalls6safety recalls
Complaints233filed by owners
Crashes · fires17 · 7reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2015 Toyota Sienna in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Service brakes, hydraulicJul 25, 2019

Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 19V553000303 vehicles

Problem
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles. The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly may be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.
Risk
The contact may cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Service brakes, hydraulicJun 4, 2019

Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 19V410000705 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix
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.
StructureNov 29, 2016

Body › Door

Recall 16V858000744,437 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Toyota Sienna minivans manufactured January 4, 2010, to August 12, 2016. If the power sliding door is unable to be opened when commanded, such as if the door is frozen shut, the door may subsequently open unexpectedly, possibly while the vehicle is moving.
Risk
If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
Fix
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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G04.
StructureApr 22, 2015

Body › Roof and pillars

Recall 15V240000387 vehicles

Problem
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Sienna vehicles manufactured January 23, 2015, to April 13, 2015, and equipped with non-Toyota-brand overhead entertainment accessories installed by GST. During reassembly of the interior after the overhead entertainment system installation, a trim panel securing clip may have been reused instead of being replaced.
Risk
If the clip was damaged during the entertainment system installation, in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment, the trim panel may detach and strike one of the vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
GST will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trim panel securing clip, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2015. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 15R1.
StructureApr 21, 2015

Body › Roof and pillars

Recall 15V236000262 vehicles

Problem
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sienna vehicles manufactured September 1, 2014, to April 13, 2015 and equipped with overhead entertainment accessories installed by SET. During reassembly of the interior after the overhead entertainment system installation, a trim panel securing clip may have been reused instead of being replaced.
Risk
If the clip was damaged during the entertainment system installation, in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment, the trim panel may detach and strike one of the vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trim panel securing clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET15B.
Air bagsNov 26, 2014

Side/window

Recall 14V75700025,551 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sienna vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to November 25, 2014. In the event of a crash that necessitates the deployment of the curtain shield airbag (CSA), the second row overhead assist grips may detach.
Risk
If the assist grip detaches due to CSA deployment, the grip may strike a vehicle occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the headliner near the second row overhead assist grip, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2015 Toyota Sienna VAN AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk14%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: No

2015 Toyota Sienna VAN FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk14%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: No

2015 Toyota Sienna NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2015 Toyota Sienna NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Sienna 2WD

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 25 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Sienna AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
StructureBody; Body › Door6500123,350 mi
Electrical systemInstrument panel › Speedometer/odometer; Wiring4514219,000 mi
Unknown or other4420129,000 mi
Engine1604239,325 mi
Service brakes1610233,087 mi
Wheels1400046,500 mi
Power train1220033,000 mi
Steering1120139,000 mi
Air bags960848,500 mi
Seat belts800026,799 mi
Suspension83019,900 mi
Fuel/propulsion system700042,500 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.