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2019 Toyota Sienna Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

7/100

#15 most-complained of 16 Sienna years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2019 Toyota Sienna has a complaint index of 7, the second-lowest among 16 model years, and ranks 15th worst (meaning it's near the best). It carries a Best verdict despite 7 recall campaigns, mainly tied to a fuel pump issue also affecting other Toyota models.

Complaints
45
Recalls
7
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
21
18.5 city / 25.5 hwy

Top 2019 Toyota Sienna problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Fuel System13 (29%)
  2. Other9 (20%)
  3. Structure & Body7 (16%)
  4. Transmission & Powertrain7 (16%)
  5. Electrical System6 (13%)
  6. Engine6 (13%)
  7. Airbags3 (7%)
  8. Seat Belts2 (4%)
  9. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (4%)
  10. Brakes1 (2%)

What owners report

  • Some owners report the front end lunging downward or the vehicle accelerating unexpectedly while braking or reversing.
  • Side curtain and driver airbags reportedly failed to deploy during a side-impact collision at a stop.
  • Popping noises from front door hinges were noticed almost immediately after delivery.
  • Owners describe fuel vapor smells inside the cabin and in the engine compartment, sometimes making the van feel unsafe to drive.
  • Several owners report hesitation or stalling when accelerating onto highways, with dash warning lights and loss of power.
  • One owner reported low-level electrical shocks felt through the steering wheel and seatbelt.
2019 Toyota Sienna complaints: complaints filed per month8Mar 2019Nov 2019Jun 2020Jun 2021Jul 2022Feb 2023Sep 2024Jan 2026
57 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2019 to Apr 2026; peak Jun 2020 (8).

2019 Toyota Sienna recalls

7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 20V682000Nov 4, 2020Fuel System1,525,742 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

  2. NHTSA 20V012000Jan 13, 2020Fuel System1,830,752 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

    Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

  3. NHTSA 19V532000Jul 16, 2019Steering595 vehicles

    Steering

    Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain modified 2017-2020 Toyota Sienna vehicles. The steering shaft extensions may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the extensions to fracture.

    Risk: If the steering shaft extension completely fractures, it can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft extensions, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

See all 7 recalls for the 2019 Toyota Sienna →

2019 Toyota Sienna fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18.5 MPG
Highway
25.5 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,100
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2019 compared with other Sienna years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2017Caution401541021
2018Best1372721
2019Best745721
2020Best038220.5

All Toyota Sienna years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Toyota Sienna reliable?
NHTSA data shows the 2019 Sienna has a complaint index of 7, one of the lowest among all 16 Sienna model years tracked, and it carries a Best verdict relative to other Sienna years.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota Sienna?
Fuel System complaints make up 29% of reports, followed by Structure & Body and Transmission & Powertrain at 16% each, and Electrical System and Engine at 13% each.
Does the 2019 Toyota Sienna have a recall?
Yes, NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2019 Sienna, including two fuel pump replacement recalls, an airbag sensor issue from incorrect door welds, and a steering shaft extension recall on modified mobility vans.
How does the 2019 Sienna compare to other Sienna years?
The 2019 model ranks 15th worst out of 16 years by complaint index, far below high-complaint years like 2005 (complaint index 100, Avoid) and 2011 (complaint index 87, Avoid).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.