2008 Toyota Sienna vs 2009 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 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | 2009 Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 428 | 207 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 247 | 255 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 37 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 79,000 mi | 84,875 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Sienna | Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 117 | 97 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 51 | 13 |
| Engine | 39 | 10 |
| Steering | 33 | 12 |
| Power Train | 38 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 29 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 16 | 17 |
| Stalling | 15 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
2008 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.