Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2016 Toyota Sienna. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock
- 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.
- 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.
Rear Brake Hoses May be too Short
- 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.
- 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.
Incorrect Tube Nuts on Brake Lines
- 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.
- 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.
Power Sliding Door May Open while Driving
- 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.
- 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.
Seat Belt Failure Due to Incorrect Height Adjuster
- 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.
- 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.
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Owner complaints (76)
76 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 76 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 27 | 35.5% |
| Unknown or other | 14 | 18.4% |
| Electrical system | 9 | 11.8% |
| Seat belts | 6 | 7.9% |
| Air bags | 5 | 6.6% |
| Wheels | 5 | 6.6% |
| Engine | 4 | 5.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 5.3% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 5.3% |
| Steering | 4 | 5.3% |
How 2016 compares with other Sienna years
Best and worst Sienna years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 247 | 9 |
| 2013 | 183 | 6 |
| 2014 | 163 | 6 |
| 2015 | 232 | 6 |
| 2016 | 76 | 5 |
| 2017 | 154 | 10 |
| 2018 | 72 | 7 |
| 2019 | 45 | 7 |
| 2020 | 38 | 2 |
| 2021 | 165 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Toyota Sienna van fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 430 g/mi
- EPA class
- Minivan -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 430 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 467 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2016 Toyota Sienna FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Sienna have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 25V876000 (wheel), 19V553000 (brake), 19V410000 (brake), 16V858000 (structure), 16V197000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Toyota Sienna problems?
Owners filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (27), Unknown or other (14), Electrical system (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Toyota Sienna get?
EPA rates the 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 18 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Toyota Sienna get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Toyota Sienna van fwd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (14% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 Sienna compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2021 Toyota Sienna model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (38) and the 2012 the most (247). The 2016 drew 76. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.