2005 Toyota Sienna Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2005	Toyota Sienna	53 Siennas, 9.4 months of data per Sienna, average 95300 miles 51	Fewest Trips Most Trips	see reported repairs

Toyota Sienna in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	19000		First odometer entry
Feb	2008	20000	200
Mar	2008	20000	0	Rear hatch closes on its own hurting owner.
May	2008	24000	0	Rear hatch won't stay open.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2010	54000		First odometer entry
Apr	2010	56000	0	Window wiper broken. Other problems include (1) welds on the doors failing and (2) run flat tires wearing out prematurely.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2007	9000		First odometer entry
Sep	2007	9000	0	squeak in dashboard when above 40 mph.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007	65000		First odometer entry
Jun	2007	67000	130	Leaky gasket.
Nov	2007	71000	0	Stuck door. Replaced a part.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2012	119000		First odometer entry
Sep	2012	120000	900	Replace leaking radiator
Apr	2013	130000	500	replace fron rotor and pads.

 

Toyota Sienna in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	140000		First odometer entry
Jul	2011	140000	800	sliding doors stopped working. electrical system is shot, van won't even run. sold to junk yard for $2000.

 

Toyota Sienna in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008		0	The rear lift gate struts leaking. replace new parts. No cost since it is under Toyota recall
Mar	2010		10	replaced two brake light bulbs
Feb	2012	61380	90	Battery Die
Mar	2013	73780		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2012	92000		First odometer entry
Feb	2012	92000	1500	Replaced water pump and radiator when doing 90k timing belt service. According to the repair tech the radiator had started to fail and was leaking. I did not personally see the failure.
Mar	2013	98000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Manitoba, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2011	136400		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	145080	560	replace worn wheel bearing and housing
Mar	2013	161820		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	68000		First odometer entry
Jan	2012	96000	150	Radiator had a hole in it and was replaced. Vehicle was under extended warranty. Actual cost of repair was 650.
Jun	2012	100000	75	The horn had a pinched wire. Check engine light for Idle Air Control motor/valve
Oct	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2011	39000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	58000	450	replace rotors and brake pads
Apr	2013	68000	800	Radiator was replaced due to leak. Had to replace the cable in the automatic sliding side door.

 

Toyota Sienna in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	61000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	76000	220	Sliding door would not shut
Apr	2013	95000	0	Failure of steering rack

 

Toyota Sienna in Oklahoma, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	89000		First odometer entry
Jun	2011	96000	750	We had the timing belt, water pump, and accessory drive belts replaced as recommended by Toyota. We weren't having any issues at all, but decided to go ahead and complete the repairs to prevent future problems.
Mar	2013	109000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	88000		First odometer entry
Aug	2011	88000	1136	90 K mileage maintenance - replaced Timing Belt, Water Pump, et al. Under Extended Warranty replaced both timing belt idler bearings and tighteners.

 

Toyota Sienna in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2011	83000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	85000	690	Crack in the radiator. Realized was loosing engine coolant. Took car to regular mechanic and he confirmed it. He ordered a new radiator and replaced it. New radiator cost over $400! Then labor expensive due to location of the radiator.
Jun	2012	94000	600	Radiator leaked water due to a split in the plastic where the metal holds the plastic together. (Bad Design by Toyota).
Jan	2013	101000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2012	106000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	107700	0	Rear seat belts will not pull out
Apr	2013	111000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009		105	Replaced battery
Nov	2010		100	Replaced Engine Mount
Aug	2011	107300	415	Check Engine light came on. Required "Tune Up" including fuel injector clean. Driver door handle does not open the door on first or second attempt. Requires multiple attempts to open door. Lubricated but problem remains.
May	2012	122300	530	Replaced the drivers side door lock because the door would no longer open from the outside
Mar	2013	139000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008	37000		First odometer entry
Sep	2012	86000	0	Power sliding door cable assembly froze and broke, rendering the power feature inoperable. Extended original warranty was issued in August 2012 and repair work was performed free of charge.
Mar	2013	96000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2009	60760		First odometer entry
Mar	2012	70680	2000	Problem with rod and wheel bearings
Jan	2013	74400		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2012	90000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	90000	120	rear wiper motor replaced. Main gear broke in motor. Cost was price of remanufactured part.
Mar	2013	91000	150	Hole in exhaust was welded.

 

Toyota Sienna in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2011	58000		First odometer entry
Feb	2013	73000	635	Had a cracked radiator and had it replaced
Mar	2013	74000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2006		0	rear heating not getting warm
Jan	2008			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007		0	Pinging with regular gas. Reprogrammed computer no charge
Oct	2007	42000	150	Actuator borke on drivers door lock
Nov	2007			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2011	90000		First odometer entry
Jan	2013	105000	10	Heat shield claps were broken, 3 new clamps, $10.

 

Toyota Sienna in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2010	54000		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	79000	500	Engine block mount
Apr	2013	81000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Iowa, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2012	135000		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	137000	20	Replaced lift struts on rear lift gate. They worked well in Texas when I bought the van (used), but failed when cold Iowa weather arrived. Found some on Amazon Warehouse Deals for less than $10 each. Simple to replace myself!
Dec	2012	141000	32	Sliding door handle broke when I tried to open a frozen door. Ordered new handle and replaced it myself. (Also bought silicone lubricant to spray on the seals to reduce risk of repeating the problem, common to minivans I'm finding.)
Mar	2013	146000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2009	44000		First odometer entry
Jan	2011	56700	400	Replaced oil pan gasket, $350. Resealed tire beads, wheel corrosion, $50.
Oct	2011	61000	550	Power Liftgate was working intermittently but dealer could not replicate. Seems to be working ok now.

 

Toyota Sienna in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2011	48000		First odometer entry
Sep	2012	59000	0	The weld broke on the middle of the door where the door holder goes the opening in the door causing the door not to open or shut smoothly + popping sound. Drilled a small hole and ran a screw right though where weld is supposed to fasten it.
Dec	2012	61000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Iowa, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2008	44000		First odometer entry
Nov	2012	113000	250	Troublesome power sliding door cable and latch covered by a recall. Also needed door motor replaced.
Mar	2013	117000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	86180		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	117180	990	REPLACE TIMING BELT AND WATER PUMP REPLACE POWER DOOR DRIVE ASSEMBLIES FOR BOTH DOORS DUE TO CABLE PROBLEMS REPLACE SEIZED RH REAR CALIPER
Mar	2013	126480		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Alabama, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2012	156000		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	156000	160	Battery died on minivan again.

 

Toyota Sienna in Pennsylvania, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008		0	Replaced brakes pads and calipers on front passenger side under warranty. The brake pads had started to flake off.
Apr	2011	57700	200	Weld failed in door hinge in drivers side door. Caused a popping sound when door was opened or closed.
Apr	2012	74300	170	Right rear wheel bearing wore out.
Mar	2013	85000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Utah, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2008	34000		First odometer entry
Dec	2008	42000	218	Just front brake pads.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	47000		First odometer entry
Nov	2008	66000	0	Drivers side door weld failure. We repaired it ourselves with self tapping screws.
Jan	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Michigan, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2008	44000		First odometer entry
Apr	2009	54000	300	steering shaft replaced due to binding. Corrosion of U-joints from road salt.
Aug	2010	71000	600	air conditioner compressor replaced, system evacuated and refrigerant replaced
Nov	2010	74000	200	1) replace front brake pads 2) turn rotors 3) oil change 4) adjust drive belt (eliminate squeal)
Jun	2012	90000	0	new flex coupling
Jan	2013	96000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2005		0	window bracket broken in side door
Jun	2009	96000	25	steering boot ripped
Apr	2013	151000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008	29000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	43000	450	Rear Brake linings down to 10%, noticed during visual inspection in driveway Rear shock blown. Replaced both sides to be safe.
Jun	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2008	29000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	31000	0	Power sliding door broken.
May	2009	45000	0	Power sliding door broken, third time. Left front door repaired due to weak hinges (minor body work required covered under recall). They won't fix front right door even though it has same weak hinges. It just hasn't broken yet b/c used less often than the left door.
Jun	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in South Dakota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
May	2007		0	Rear shock leaking, dealer paid for it under warranty
Jun	2011	62000	350	Excessive wear on tires noted by mechanic. Tires worn at 30,000 miles for no apparent reason. Tires were replaced, rear shock was leaking and was replaced, alignment was checked and was okay.
Nov	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in North Carolina, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2005	5000		First odometer entry
Mar	2007	32000	0	Had issue with vehicle "knocking" when at low rpms going up slight inclines. There was a TSB on the issue that resulted in a computer "upgrade" and the brake accuator being replaced. I was told it was a $2400 part that is part of the laser guided cruise
Apr	2007	34000	0	There was a noise coming from the fan back behind the glove box whenever the fan was at a low setting. Dealer ordered new fan and replaced at a follow-up visit. Fan replaced.
Jul	2007	39000	0	Ticking/clicking noise was coming from behind drivers side dash. Was actually in the shop a few different times for them to figure out the problem, but finally fixed it after ordering an A/C Servo and replacing it the last time.
May	2008	52000	30	Passenger side front door would not open. Clips had broken that hold pocket and such on. Had to be replaced. Was told it was cosmetic and extended warranty would not cover.
Aug	2009	75000	0	car made moaning/grinding noise when turning when it was hot other problem was clicking under passenger side dash. one dealer replaced a blower motor the next dealer replaced servo switch(?)
Jun	2010	89000	550	car was squeeling very bad at startup and belt dressing was of no help. Replaced timing belt and all was well again
Jan	2011	99000	225	noise noticed with fresh air intake, not on recirculate or climate control off. Replaced filter
Sep	2011	116000	625	wheel bearing had to be replaced as well as rotors turned
Dec	2012	136000	820	replaced power steering rack

 

Toyota Sienna in Kansas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007	33000		First odometer entry
Jan	2008	40000	32	Fuses blew to both power outlets in the driver's compartment.
Mar	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2005	1000		First odometer entry
Feb	2008	28000	0	Tranmission seal has sign of leaking.
Jun	2009	53000	0	Brake pads front and rear.
Nov	2012	131000	500	Door hinge was detached from the frame.
Dec	2012	138000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in South Dakota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2007	28000		First odometer entry
Mar	2008	34000	0	Driver "door check" mechanism that is attached between the hinges on the body to the door was defective. The welds on the plate in the door that the door check mounted to cracked and the door made a loud "POP" sound when opening. After talking with ...
May	2011	69000	350	Self diagnosed - TSB #ST001-07 basically the steering shaft needs to be replaced due to road salt damage. Disappointing that this was not covered under a recall.
Mar	2013	86000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2010	53000		First odometer entry
Apr	2011	67000	800	Timing belt rubbing. Replaced belt
Mar	2012	81000	0	Squealing when turning the steering wheel. Replaced the power steering pump belt and accessory belt
Nov	2012	94700	400	Replaced water pump and Timing belt, as per Toyota Maintenance Manual
Apr	2013	101000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2006	18600		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	63860	0	sudden failure of liftgate struts.
Mar	2013	92380		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	56000		First odometer entry
Jun	2010	65000	0	AC drive belt repeatedly develops a squealing problem. This has happened since the care was a year old. No one has been able to prevent it from returning. Have to bring it in once and a while to have it adjusted.
Oct	2010	70700	0	Break pads again! Fourth replacement in 70k. Clearly a design flaw of some sort.
Mar	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Iowa, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2007		0	Warranty replacement of oxygen sensor.
Jun	2010	59000	0	catalytic converter replaced
Aug	2010	63000	0	Replace 2 oxygen sensors and harness
Sep	2012	86000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	76000		First odometer entry
Jan	2011	78000	980	Passenger side steering rack boot failed, steering fluid leaking from rack, required replacement rack.

 

Toyota Sienna in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2009	48000		First odometer entry
Jan	2010	49000	2000	Engine light on. Transmission flush.
Nov	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2005	1240		First odometer entry
Oct	2006	12400	0	leaking rear shocks looked at and parts ordered. Not repaired until Nov 2. 2hour fix.
Nov	2006	13020	0	rear shocks replaced. leaking.
Sep	2007	18960	0	Repaired latch on passenger side sliding door.
Mar	2013	70060		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in New Hampshire, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2010	81000		First odometer entry
Apr	2010	82000	670	Shop claimed all front brake system needed to be replaced (pads and rotors) or the car wouldn't pass state inspection.
Oct	2010	87000	150	Left side sliding door hinge broken. Door not closing totally unless assisted. Replaced hinge. this is not an automatic door.
Sep	2011	98000	1500	Rust that caused the rocker panel to develop a hole.
May	2012	108000	50	Rear liftgate struts failed. At first the door wouldn't open all the way up, but then one day the door wouldn't stay open at all. We got the parts and installed them ourselves.
Jun	2012	109000	50	Air was not cold coming out of AC vents. We refilled the system with the kits sold at auto parts stores, but the air is still coming warm, colder than it was, but not really cold.
Sep	2012	111000	500	Timing belt was changed
Nov	2012	113000	1000	Radiator was leaking and needed to be replaced. Rotors were bent and needed replacement. Car was shaking when brakes were pressed.
Mar	2013	116000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2009	59520		First odometer entry
Feb	2010	61780	500	Regular maintenance front brake pads and rotors
Mar	2012	91760		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2007	12000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	39000	0	Driver door replaced due to broken spot weld on retaining bracket. The classic Sienna door problem.
Dec	2012	77000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	36000		First odometer entry
Apr	2013	86000	435	Front Pipe Leaking

 

Toyota Sienna in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2009	72000		First odometer entry
Nov	2009	74000	0	Passenger seat heater replaced. Radiator replaced, thermostat replaced after multiple check engine light visits.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2006		0	Replaced front axle seal under warranty
Jan	2010	88040	0	Lower control arm on driver's side replaced along with seal. Scheduled replacement of the timing chain. Waterpump was starting to get noisy and so replaced the water pump at the same time.
Jun	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2008	44000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	49000	20	The relay broke so the rear air conditioner did not come on at all-the fan didn't blow. The front air conditioning was working. After replacing the relay for the rear, the fan came on for the rear and cold air blew! Part cost about $20. Driver put it in!
Jul	2010	56000	40	relay did not work so fan did not kick on. replaced relay.
Jun	2011	71000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2007	44000		First odometer entry
Mar	2010	80000	120	warped rotor alignment cannot be fixed without installing aftermarket shim
Jun	2011	99000	1800	leaky steering rack, worn out front struts
Dec	2011	113000	1400	Front differential Leaking. Gasket. Needed replacement
May	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Massachusetts, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2012	115000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	115700	2100	leaking radiator two calipers frozen
Mar	2013	122000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Minnesota, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2008	92000		First odometer entry
Jan	2009	100000	0	Radiator leaking. New one installed.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Toyota Sienna in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2006	41000		First odometer entry
May	2007	52000	130	Car needs software update on computer. Done by Toyota according to a TSB.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.