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2019 Toyota Sienna: recalls and problems

7 recalls and 45 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other.

7recalls
45complaints
2crashes reported
0fires reported
4injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Unknown Or Other8 · 18%
  • Power Train7 · 16%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System7 · 16%
  • Structure6 · 13%
  • Fuel System (Gasoline)6 · 13%
  • Engine4 · 9%
  • Vehicle Speed Control3 · 7%
  • Electrical System3 · 7%
  • Air Bags2 · 4%
  • Seat Belts2 · 4%

What owners report

Power Train

2019 sienna xle with 77,000 miles has a ua80 transmission is whining at the final gear per imperial toyota milford ma service center. they want to replace the transmission for 9,000 usd and toyota corporate refuses assistance. it appear to be a common defect which could lead to transmission lockup if the gear fails.

Latches/Locks/Linkages

The contact owns a 2019 toyota sienna. the contact stated that while attempting to open the driver's side sliding door, the door failed to completely open but remained ajar. the contact became aware that an electrical cable was hanging from the door. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the cable needed to be replaced. the dealer informed the contact that the door needed to

Unknown Or Other

Started hearing a whining noise upon acceleration. took car to toyota for a diagnostic check. discovered transmission is failing. recommended repair is a full transmission replacement, quoted 10,000. after bringing to a local mechanic for a second opinion, he claims this is a widespread issue with toyota siennas in similar years. after some research, toyota quietly claims there was an issue in the manufacturing of th

Structure

About 2 years after the 9/30/2019 purchase (new), the paint on the front engine hood began peeling & cracking. calls to parks toyota were ineffective. now the entire hood has pervasive cracks. the hood needs to be removed, sanded & painted with a more substantial, long-lasting paint. the paint used is supposed to contain an additional clear coat for protection.

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Toyota Sienna VAN AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2019 Toyota Sienna VAN FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Sienna. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.