2019 Toyota Sienna problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (7) · Fuel/Propulsion System (6) · Fuel System, Gasoline (5)
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Safety recalls (7)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2020-11-04 · campaign 20V682000 · 1,525,742 vehicles
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus I
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2020-01-13 · campaign 20V012000 · 1,830,752 vehicles
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
Steering 2019-07-16 · campaign 19V532000 · 595 vehicles
Defect: Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain modified 2017-2020 Toyota Sienna vehicles. The steering shaft extensions may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the extensions to fracture.
Risk: If the steering shaft extension completely fractures, it can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft extensions, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Equipment:other:labels 2019-06-28 · campaign 19V503000 · 1,325 vehicles
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2019-06-04 · campaign 19V410000 · 705 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: 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.
Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module 2019-04-23 · campaign 19V318000 · 274 vehicles
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Sienna vehicles. The passenger front door may have incorrect welds inside, possibly affecting the air bag sensor readings for the passenger side front seat and curtain shield air bags.
Risk: The incorrect air bag sensor readings could cause the affected air bags to unintentionally deploy or to not deploy when intended, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side front door sub assembly with a new one, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K1G /K0G.
Equipment:other:labels 2019-03-27 · campaign 19V244000 · 3,634 vehicles
Defect: Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.
Service bulletins (191)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-01-30 · T-SB-0106-22 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
obsolete notice january 30, 2026: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0001-26.
Electrical System 2026-01-28 · T-SB-0001-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2018 – 2024 model year toyota vehicles equipped with a premium audio with dynamic navigation system require a special service tool (sst) usb flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software.
Unknown Or Other 2026-01-07 · T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2005 – 2026 toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures
Electrical System 2025-08-20 · T-TT-0790-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using bluetooth hands free. this is caused by the phone hands free volume being too low.
Electrical System 2025-06-13 · T-SB-0058-23 Rev1 · Service Campaign
the air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. the procedures outlined in this service bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
Electrical System 2025-04-02 · T-TT-0780-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
to assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover mmr data from the head unit. the following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by fts and/or fpe.
Showing the 6 most recent of 191 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-28 · Engine“the transmission is going bad at 85,000 miles. it’s making a whining sound when you accelerate. …”
2026-04-16 · 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. …”
2026-04-13 · Latches/Locks/Linkages · 72,000 mi“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 t…”
2026-03-14 · 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 resear…”
2026-01-30 · Structure:body“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 fo…”
2025-12-07 · Power Train“transmission has failed and been replaced. this is part of issues from 2017 to 2020 tranny failures, loud whining and needing to be replaced. tranny failure is very dangerous to the occupants. toyota has failed to warranty these.…”
2025-11-06 · Unknown Or Other“lyft deactivated 60yo driver (7yr lyft, 30yr driving) over vague "unsafe driving". submitted **20 raw dashcam videos** (oct 29, 2025) proving: - full stop at flashing red light - safe rolling stops (<4 mph) in toyota sienna + 3 passengers - max 28 mph videos requested by lyft but ignored. **tickets:** xxx/ xxx/ xxx **evidence:** https://drive.go…”
2025-06-29 · Power Train“sever transmission whine started at 138k miles over a year ago.toyota will not fix issues under recalled ua80 transmission. said my vin doesn’t fall within recall.…”
2025-06-02 · Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness“the harness adjuster strap (item 5 in attached snip from user manual) loosens while in use. this item was manufactured post-recall 24c002000, using nuna's new design described here: [xxx] this design change did not prevent the functionality of the strap to fail. there was zero to minimal debris (no food, drink, or water) in the mechanism causing…”
2024-09-10 · Power Train“transmission ua80e is a poorly designed transmission. it almost caused an accident due to the transmission lunching forward on its own. also has a whine coming from the transaxle. there is a customer service program for the 2017-2018 models about this issue. but i have a 2019 and not eligible for the program. would like for toyota to make this rig…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.