2015 Toyota Sienna Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2015 Toyota Sienna, 9% of its 232 total complaints for the year, with 2 crashes and 3 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 33,087 miles. Two related recalls exist, but both apply only to wheelchair-van conversions, not standard Siennas.
- Brakes complaints
- 21
- 9% of 232
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 33,087 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal traveling to the floorboard with no response, in some cases resulting in a crash.
- Several owners describe unexpected, unprompted activation of the stability control or ABS system that suddenly brakes the vehicle while cornering on curves or exit ramps.
- Vibration when braking is a recurring complaint, with dealers finding warped or scorched front rotors as early as around 19,300 to 39,000 miles.
- Some owners report the ABS and traction control system triggering warning lights on the dashboard along with an abrupt, unexplained stop while cruise control was active.
- A few owners describe violent, jerky ABS engagement while descending curves under 40 mph without the brake pedal being pressed.
When 2015 Toyota Sienna brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 31, 2015, latest Apr 2, 2025.
Brakes recalls for the 2015 Toyota Sienna
- NHTSA 19V553000Jul 25, 2019Brakes303 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles. The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly may be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.
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.
Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
- NHTSA 19V410000Jun 4, 2019Brakes705 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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.
Remedy: 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.
Brakes complaints by Sienna model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
- 201012 (7%)
- 201135 (6%)
- 201212 (5%)
- 201314 (8%)
- 201414 (9%)
- 201521 (9%)
- 20161 (1%)
- 201714 (9%)
- 20182 (3%)
- 20191 (2%)
- 20203 (8%)
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2015 Toyota Sienna have?
- NHTSA lists 21 brake-related complaints for the 2015 Toyota Sienna, making up 9% of the 232 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Toyota Sienna?
- There are two brake-related recalls tied to the 2015 Sienna platform, but both cover Vantage Mobility International and Braun Corporation wheelchair-van conversions, not the standard passenger van.
- At what mileage do 2015 Sienna brake problems usually happen?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 33,087 miles at the time of the reported brake failure.
- Have brake problems on the 2015 Sienna caused crashes or injuries?
- Yes, NHTSA complaint data links the 2015 Sienna's brake issues to 2 crashes and 3 injuries.
- How does the 2015 Sienna compare to other Sienna years for brake complaints?
- The 2015 Sienna's brake share of 9% matches 2014 and 2017, and is higher than 2016 (1%), 2018 (2%), and 2019 (1%), based on NHTSA complaint counts by model year.