1998 Toyota Sienna vs 1999 Toyota Sienna
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Toyota Sienna | 1999 Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 294 | 215 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 92 | 101 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,700 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Sienna | Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 33 | 39 |
| Structure | 35 | 36 |
| Tires | 38 | 28 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 40 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 39 | 14 |
| Steering | 25 | 21 |
| Power Train | 23 | 11 |
| Suspension | 11 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 7 |
1998 Toyota Sienna
1999 Toyota Sienna
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.