KnownCarProblems2016 Toyota Sienna Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 76 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Toyota Sienna, most often about the body and structure (36% of complaints, typically around 33,500 miles). It is 18th of 21 Sienna model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2016 Toyota Sienna problems
Body and structure
27 complaints · 36%Half of these problems showed up before 33,500 miles. Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that the door spontaneously opened while the vehicle was in motion. The contact called antiac Toyota (1817 auto center dr, antioch, ca 94509) and was informed that there was no open recall or remedy for the failure. In addition, while driving approximately 75…
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. It came to a halt after undercarriage damage had been sustained. It was towed to cummings…
Other or unspecified
14 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 15,000 miles.
2016 Toyota Sienna dash head display, radio go out. When this happens headlamps go dim to point where you can barley see and have to stop the vehicle. Took this in to local dealership several times they stated that until it was happening in their presence there was nothing they could do. We were able to video record…
3 run flat bridgestone tires blown up while driving for no reason or road hazards in less than 21,000 miles and within 4 weeks. First tire in chicago highway, traveling about 40 to 50 MPH, second in arkansas/oklahoma highway about 60 to 70 MPH and 3rd in boston/revere area traveling 3 to 7 MPH while parking. No other…
Electrical
9 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 19,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
The dash board lights and all interior lights continue to go out with out warning. It requires stopping the van shutting it off and restarting it. The headlamp dim themselves and then brighten while driving. Took it to dealership twice now for issue. Dealer stated since problem was not occurring at that moment there…
My 2016 Toyota Sienna that has 16,000 miles was parked at home and I went to go start it and it stalled. The car was towed to hendrick Toyota of apex, nc and they told me that rodents chewed threw the wiring and it was not covered by my warranty. I have complained to both the dealership and to Toyota. I have had…
Wheels and tires
6 complaints · 8%The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Sienna equipped with firestone fr710 tires, size 205/65r16. While the vehicle was parked, the contact heard an explosion. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the front driver side tire exploded. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the…
3 run flat bridgestone tires blown up while driving for no reason or road hazards in less than 21,000 miles and within 4 weeks. First tire in chicago highway, traveling about 40 to 50 MPH, second in arkansas/oklahoma highway about 60 to 70 MPH and 3rd in boston/revere area traveling 3 to 7 MPH while parking. No other…
Seat belts
6 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 30,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that the door spontaneously opened while the vehicle was in motion. The contact called antiac Toyota (1817 auto center dr, antioch, ca 94509) and was informed that there was no open recall or remedy for the failure. In addition, while driving approximately 75…
While buckling up on 6 dec 2019, the seat attachment to the b-pillar completely, without resistance, detached. The bolt that secured the belt was on the floor, completely pristine in appearance, undamaged, without any evidence of thread-locker application at the factory. The car had been in no accidents and was in…
Air bags
5 complaints · 7%This is a brand new car we purchased from the dealer. We wanted to find out what type (the manufacturer) of airbag was installed in the car. The dealer does not know. Toyota headquarter refused to give out.
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. The contact crashed into a road sign. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed.…
Lights
4 complaints · 5%The dash board lights and all interior lights continue to go out with out warning. It requires stopping the van shutting it off and restarting it. The headlamp dim themselves and then brighten while driving. Took it to dealership twice now for issue. Dealer stated since problem was not occurring at that moment there…
2016 Toyota Sienna dash head display, radio go out. When this happens headlamps go dim to point where you can barley see and have to stop the vehicle. Took this in to local dealership several times they stated that until it was happening in their presence there was nothing they could do. We were able to video record…
Steering
4 complaints · 5%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. The contact crashed into a road sign. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed.…
The contact owned a 2016 Toyota Sienna. While driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle crashed into a cement barrier on the driver side without warning. The air bags deployed. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot where it was deemed a total loss. The…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2016 Toyota Sienna recalls
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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 equipped with qrt-deluxe and qrt-max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Brakes: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Brakes: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Body and structure: door
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Seat belts: front
Risk: Failure and detachment of seat belt height adjuster would result in the occupant not being properly restrained in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 toyota sienna vehicles manufactured february 15, 2016, to february 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, incorrect front seat belt height adjusters may have been installed. During a crash, this incorrect height adjuster may contact the b-pillar and tear or separate.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2016 Toyota Sienna
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Sienna?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: body and structure (27 complaints, typically around 33,500 miles); other or unspecified (14 complaints, typically around 15,000 miles); electrical (9 complaints, typically around 19,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Sienna have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 17, 2025 (equipment Adaptive/Mobility). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2016 a bad year for the Toyota Sienna?
- It is 18th of 21 Sienna model years by number of complaints, with 76 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.