repaired · 2021 Q3
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2013 Toyota SiennaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 183 owner complaints about the 2013 Toyota Sienna, most often about the structure. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-553 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Toyota Sienna has problems
183 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
44Structure2 crash/fire/injury
22Air bags4 crash/fire/injury
22Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
14Power train
12Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
11Steering
9Latches/locks/linkages
7Wheels
7Engine
4111 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 44 | 2 |
| Air bags | 22 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 22 | 1 |
| Power train | 14 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 1 |
| Steering | 11 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 9 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 41 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2013 Toyota Sienna recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. The contact may cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Show 2 more recalls
repaired · 2018 Q4
Body: door
Risk. If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
no report yet
Frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk. If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Sienna year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Sienna median. How we score
'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Toyota Sienna safety ratings
2013 Toyota Sienna VAN FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (14.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Toyota Sienna, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What Sienna owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Water leaks to the driver and passenger floor when it rains, it seems a leak is coming from the windshield area, touching the car hood
Pressed the button to open the rear passenger sliding door and it would open. When opened manually it would open only about 12 inches. Then when we were driving on the highway the door opened on its own. The door had to be manually closed and now it will not open. This is now a safety concern that…
The passenger side automatic sliding door came off track and shattered the rear window. Glass flew all over our daughter in her car seat. The van had recall power sliding door service done, but it still failed. Roller bearings were badly worn.
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