CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Toyota Sienna has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 615 complaints with NHTSA, including 34 crashes, 7 fires, 36 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (212 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2011 Toyota Sienna recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger airbag inflators in these vehicles can degrade over time when exposed to long-term high humidity, high temperature, and temperature cycling.
Power Sliding Door May Open Unexpectedly While Driving
The power sliding door on certain Sienna minivans may fail to open when commanded, such as when the door is frozen shut.
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.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2011 Toyota Sienna problems
Problem areas named in the 615 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 212 |
| Structure | 158 |
| Electrical System | 69 |
| Unknown Or Other | 61 |
| Wheels | 37 |
| Tires | 34 |
| Power Train | 30 |
| Steering | 24 |
| Engine | 23 |
| Equipment | 22 |
What owners report
This vehicle has the dash cluster light up as soon as the key is turned on. It does not have automatic headlights which turn on when it is dark outside. Due to the nature of the dash cluster lighting up and the daytime driving lights being automatic to turn on, it is very easy to drive off down streets with street lights completely unaware that there are no taillights or clearance lights on. The dash is lit up, so that is not an indication. The driving lights are on, so you can see enough to drive. I am aware of this now, but in the last week I have observed 3 vehicles driving around with no lights on in the dark because of the same reason. These modern cars with the automatically ligh
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Sienna. The vehicle was a private sale. The contact stated that at the time of purchase, the mileage was 102,694. The contact later discovered a mileage discrepancy in a Carfax report, which indicated that the mileage was previously recorded at approximately 202,000. The contact also stated that the contact was provided a different VIN at the time of purchase. The contact stated that the mileage recorded on the different titles was inconsistent. The contact reported the issue to the local State Police.
No accident t door on the rear passenger side will not open I have tried everything and it just will not budge. This is a safety hazard because in the case of an accident or emergency, the door cannot be opened. It will not move manually or automatically.
I have a flat tire the other day, and I try to put the spare tire on but it's gone. The spare tire's cable holds the spare tire under the car got corroded and broke. The spare tire is gone. It has lost some where on the road that I have not aware. I checked there is a recall for this. I called the toyota service but they said the VIN number is not on the recall list.
The glide pins in the calipers came loose and one of the pins fell out (left front drivers side). As a result it caused the caliper to seize and smoke. It got hot and mangled the lower left control arm bushing. I bought a new glide pin and that one stayed it, but the right side (original part) came loose again, even after tightening it. We replaced the calipers with a different brand and it had no issues.
2011 Toyota Sienna safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Toyota Sienna VAN AWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 3 | 5 | 4 (13.9% rollover risk) |
| 2011 Toyota Sienna VAN FWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 3 | 5 | 4 (13.9% rollover risk) |
2011 Toyota Sienna questions
Does the 2011 Toyota Sienna have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2011 Toyota Sienna: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Power Sliding Door May Open Unexpectedly While Driving; Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Toyota Sienna?
Based on 615 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (212), Structure (158), Electrical System (69).
How safe is the 2011 Toyota Sienna?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2011 Toyota Sienna up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.