CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Toyota Sienna has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,130 complaints with NHTSA, including 39 crashes, 8 fires, 71 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (514 reports).
2005 Toyota Sienna recalls
Shifter Can Leave Park Without Brake, Risking Rollaway
Certain Toyota Sienna vehicles from 2005 to 2007 and 2009 to 2010 may have a problem in the shift lock assembly.
Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Certain vehicles were equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters that have a copper strand heating element.
Most common 2005 Toyota Sienna problems
Problem areas named in the 1,130 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 514 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 136 |
| Seat Belts | 83 |
| Steering | 79 |
| Tires | 75 |
| Electrical System | 65 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 63 |
| Air Bags | 60 |
| Unknown Or Other | 49 |
| Power Train | 48 |
What owners report
The dashboard has so many cracks literally everywhere. All the way from the driver side to the passenger side. When the temperature changes hot to cold or cold to hot. Thereâs nothing but cracking sounds.
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the oil warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, opened the hood, and added additional oil. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who informed him that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 142,000.
The rear hatch on our 2005 Toyota Sienna, after being opened, comes down almost immediately and can hit a person who is reaching into the back cargo area and cause injury. Other people have also reported this same dangerous malfunction online as far back as 2007.
When driving on the highway, the van will suddenly brake and the steering will lock up for about 10 seconds. It is truly frightening. It has happened many times, even with the anti-lock button off. I love this vehicle otherwise, but cannot drive it for safety reasons. And I feel bad selling it to anyone else because I don't want anyone to die! The scariest part when it's on a windy 2 lane road. It really becomes non responsive and also the brakes come on when you are going 60+ miles an hour! HELP! I DONT WANT TO DIE
The stickiness of the dashboard causes unwanted glare and reflections on the windshield, especially when driving in bright sunlight. This glare and reflection make it extremely challenging to maintain a clear and unobstructed view of the road ahead, leading to hazy and blurry vision. As you can imagine, this compromised visibility poses a significant safety risk for both my family and other road users. The dashboard was recalled by Toyota however the part was not available at first for many months and by the time I inquired again, the recall had already expired, leaving us without a viable solution.
2005 Toyota Sienna questions
Does the 2005 Toyota Sienna have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2005 Toyota Sienna: Shifter Can Leave Park Without Brake, Risking Rollaway; Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler; Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire; Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Toyota Sienna?
Based on 1,130 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (514), Latches/Locks/Linkages (136), Seat Belts (83).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Toyota Sienna has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.