2011 Toyota Sienna Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 35 brake complaints for the 2011 Toyota Sienna, 6% of its 614 total complaints, with 10 crashes and 7 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 19,300 miles. A related recall (10V620000) covers a brake stop lamp switch bracket, but most complaints describe pedal-to-floor brake loss, a separate issue.
- Brakes complaints
- 35
- 6% of 614
- Crashes reported
- 10
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 7
- Median mileage
- 19,300 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the brake pedal sinking to the floorboard with little or no stopping response, sometimes ending in a crash into another vehicle or object.
- Some report the brake pedal getting stuck to the floor while stopped, causing the van to roll forward into whatever was ahead.
- One owner reported the brake pedal assembly detaching entirely while driving, forcing reliance on the parking brake to slow down.
- Another owner described glide pins in the brake calipers coming loose, causing a caliper to seize, smoke, and damage a control arm bushing.
- A separate complaint noted the engine revving and the vehicle lurching forward as it came to a stop in cold weather, mistaken by the owner for a brake issue.
When 2011 Toyota Sienna brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 7, 2010, latest Jul 9, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2011 Toyota Sienna
- NHTSA 10V620000Dec 13, 2010Brakes94,126 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2011 sienna vehicles. The brake stop lamp switch is mounted on a small bracket welded on the left side of the service brake pedal support assembly. Due to its proximity to the parking brake pedal, in limited circumstances the stop lamp switch bracket could be damaged by the operator's foot during parking brake application.
Risk: This could result in brake drag with associated brake noise, vibration, and/or illumination of the brake warning light. Braking effectiveness could be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bracket assembly free of charge. Toyota plans to mail an interim owner notification in the middle of january 2011, to advise owners of the recall. A second letter will be mailed when parts are available to complete repairs. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Brakes complaints by Sienna model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Toyota Sienna?
- NHTSA lists 35 brake complaints for the 2011 Sienna, which is 6% of the 614 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2011 Toyota Sienna?
- Yes, recall 10V620000 covers a brake stop lamp switch bracket mounted near the brake pedal support, issued December 13, 2010. It does not have a do-not-drive or park-outside order.
- Did the brake problems cause crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data shows 10 crashes and 7 injuries linked to brake complaints on the 2011 Sienna, with no fires reported.
- At what mileage do brake problems usually show up on the 2011 Sienna?
- The median mileage at failure across the reported brake complaints is 19,300 miles.
- How does the 2011 Sienna compare to other Sienna years for brake complaints?
- The 2011 model's 35 brake complaints and 6% share are close to the 2010 model's 12 complaints (7% share) and higher in raw count than most other years, though several later years like 2013 and 2017 report similar or higher percentage shares.