Toyota Sienna 2016 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Sienna 2016 and 76 complaints filed by owners. It has 10% fewer complaints than the average Toyota Sienna from 2016–2025 (84 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Toyota Sienna 2016? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Toyota Sienna 2016
Equipment adaptive/mobility
NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 2025-12-17
What happens
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.
Consequence
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 19V553000 · 2019-07-25
What happens
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.
Consequence
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.
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 19V410000 · 2019-06-04
What happens
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.
Consequence
The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Structure and body
NHTSA campaign 16V858000 · 2016-11-29
What happens
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.
Consequence
If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G04.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Seat belts
NHTSA campaign 16V197000 · 2016-04-07
What happens
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.
Consequence
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.
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
76 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
7 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 6 injuries
Most reported problems on the Toyota Sienna 2016
- Structure and body: 27 (36% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 9 (12% of complaints)
- Seat belts: 6 (8% of complaints)
- Wheels: 5 (7% of complaints)
- Latches and locks: 4 (5% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Toyota Sienna 2016
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Look for frame rust, welds or uneven paint that point to accidents.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Check that every belt latches, retracts properly and is not frayed.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Toyota Sienna VAN FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2016 Toyota Sienna VAN AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Toyota Sienna recalls by year
- 2016 : 5 recalls · 76 complaints
- 2017 : 10 recalls · 155 complaints
- 2018 : 7 recalls · 72 complaints
- 2019 : 7 recalls · 45 complaints
- 2020 : 2 recalls · 38 complaints
- 2021 : 4 recalls · 43 complaints
- 2022 : 4 recalls · 16 complaints
- 2023 : 2 recalls · 66 complaints
- 2024 : 3 recalls · 66 complaints
- 2025 : 5 recalls · 267 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Toyota Sienna 2016 have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Sienna 2016. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Toyota Sienna 2016?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: structure and body (27 of 76 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).