2011 Toyota Sienna vs 2011 Volkswagen Routan
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 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Volkswagen Routan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 611 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 372 | 453 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 34 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 20 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 69,448 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Sienna | Volkswagen Routan |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 211 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 67 | 111 |
| Structure | 154 | 5 |
| Engine | 23 | 48 |
| Power Train | 30 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 39 |
| Wheels | 37 | 1 |
| Steering | 24 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 43 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
2011 Toyota Sienna
2011 Volkswagen Routan
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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.