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2019 Toyota Sienna

2019 Toyota Sienna: drivetrain and acceleration top the complaint list

Owners filed 45 complaints with NHTSA. The two biggest clusters are tied: power train problems and fuel/propulsion (acceleration) issues, at 7 reports (16%) each. Body/structure follows with 6 reports (13%), including the only injury in the data. Another 6 reports (13%) each cite the fuel system and gasoline, largely tied to a recall. No fires, crashes, or deaths were reported across these complaints.

Most reported areas

Power Train0 16%
The most-reported area, tied at 7 reports (16%). Owners describe sudden loss of drive power, with the transmission seeming to disengage while the engine keeps running. No crashes or injuries reported.
Fuel/Propulsion System0 16%
Also 7 reports (16%), tied for the top spot. The common theme is hesitant or rough acceleration at low speeds (roughly 5-25 mph), such as in parking lots. No crashes or injuries reported.
Structure0 13%
6 reports (13%) and the only injury in this data (1). Complaints include popping noises from the front door hinges. Worth a careful inspection of body and door hardware.
Fuel System0 13%
6 reports (13%), tied to a fuel-system recall (NHTSA campaign 20V012000), with owners noting repair parts were not yet available. Confirm the recall fix has been completed. No fires or injuries reported.
Gasoline0 13%
6 reports (13%), reflecting the same fuel-system/gasoline recall (NHTSA campaign 20V012000) and the wait for replacement parts. Verify the recall has been addressed. No fires or injuries reported.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 45 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.