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2016 Toyota Sienna: common problems and reliability
One of the better Sienna years.
76 owner complaints, most about structure. 5 recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 Sienna?The 2016 Toyota Sienna has 76 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are structure and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2016 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Toyota Sienna vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Sienna years only. How we score it
Is 2016 a good year for the Sienna?
Across the 26 Sienna model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (1997) to 2,062 (2004). With 76 complaints, the 2016 Sienna sits below the model's median of 183.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2016 Sienna
service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 19V410000Braun 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.
service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 19V553000Vantage 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.
structure:body:door
Campaign 16V858000Toyota 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.
seat belts:front
Campaign 16V197000Toyota 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.
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equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
Campaign 25V876000Rollx 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.
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment regarding long-term reliability, practicality, and fuel efficiency, particularly for the hybrid models (2021+).
Owner insights cover all generations of the Sienna. See the full Sienna owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Sienna listings typically run $14,597–$31,588.
Other Sienna model years
Compare every Sienna year side by side to see how 2016 ranks against the rest.
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