How many steering complaints does the 2012 Toyota Sienna have?

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Sienna, which is 6% of the 247 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2012 Toyota Sienna?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for steering issues on the 2012 Sienna.

At what mileage do steering problems usually appear on the 2012 Sienna?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering complaints is 52,000 miles.

Did steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 1 injury linked to steering complaints on the 2012 Sienna, with 0 fires reported.

How does the 2012 Sienna compare to other Sienna years for steering complaints?

The 2012 Sienna's 6% share of complaints tied to steering matches 2010 and 2013 (also 6%), while 2018 and 2019 show 0 steering complaints listed.

2012 Toyota Sienna Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Toyota Sienna, 6% of its 247 total complaints for the year, with 1 injury and no crashes or fires reported. There is no related steering recall listed for this model year. Median mileage at failure is 52,000.

Steering complaints: 15; 6% of 247
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 52,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report a knocking or clunking noise from the steering column or intermediate shaft when turning left or right, especially at low speed.
A clicking or jerking sensation in the steering wheel and front wheels occurs during slow-speed turns, including reverse, and owners say the noise grows louder over time.
Some owners describe the steering wheel jerking left and right on its own while driving around 35 mph, traced to a failed intermediate steering shaft.
A few complaints describe sudden loss of power steering assist, in one case linked to the battery and alternator, making the vehicle hard to steer.
One owner reported a steering angle sensor internal circuit fault (C1433 error code) flagged as a possible safety issue.

When 2012 Toyota Sienna steering complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 28, 2012, latest Sep 15, 2025.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2012 to Sep 2025; peak Sep 2016 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2012 Toyota Sienna

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Sienna model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201011 (6%)
201124 (4%)
201215 (6%)
201311 (6%)
20148 (5%)
201511 (5%)
20164 (5%)
20177 (5%)
20180 (0%)
20190 (0%)
20203 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2012 Toyota Sienna have?: NHTSA lists 15 steering complaints for the 2012 Sienna, which is 6% of the 247 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2012 Toyota Sienna?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for steering issues on the 2012 Sienna.
At what mileage do steering problems usually appear on the 2012 Sienna?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering complaints is 52,000 miles.
Did steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 1 injury linked to steering complaints on the 2012 Sienna, with 0 fires reported.
How does the 2012 Sienna compare to other Sienna years for steering complaints?: The 2012 Sienna's 6% share of complaints tied to steering matches 2010 and 2013 (also 6%), while 2018 and 2019 show 0 steering complaints listed.