2011 Toyota Sienna vs 2012 Toyota Sienna
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 611 | 247 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 372 | 372 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 34 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 63,354 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Sienna | Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 211 | 84 |
| Structure | 154 | 72 |
| Electrical System | 67 | 27 |
| Wheels | 37 | 12 |
| Power Train | 30 | 17 |
| Tires | 33 | 8 |
| Steering | 24 | 15 |
| Engine | 23 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
2011 Toyota Sienna
2012 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.