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2018 Toyota Sienna

Power train tops the 2018 Toyota Sienna complaint list, with air bags the biggest safety concern

Of 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the power train is the most reported area at 16 reports (24%), followed by the fuel/propulsion system at 9 (13%), the electrical system at 6 (9%), and the engine and air bags tied at 5 each (7%). Most categories report no crashes, fires, or injuries, but the air bag complaints stand out: 4 of the 5 involved a crash and 5 people were injured. Buyers should pay close attention to the power train and have the air bag system inspected before purchase.

Most reported areas

Power Train0 24%
The most common complaint area: 16 reports (24% of all complaints), with no crashes, fires, or injuries reported. Have the power train checked before buying.
Fuel/Propulsion System0 13%
The second most reported area: 9 reports (13% of all complaints), with no crashes, fires, or injuries reported.
Electrical System0 9%
6 reports (9% of all complaints), with no crashes, fires, or injuries reported.
Engine0 7%
5 reports (7% of all complaints), with no crashes, fires, or injuries reported.
Air Bags safety 7%
The most serious safety concern despite only 5 reports (7% of all complaints): 4 involved a crash and 5 people were injured. Have the air bag system inspected before buying.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 67 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.