The Lemon Index2016 Toyota Sienna.
The 2016 Toyota Sienna is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 59 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 45, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about body structure, it has 5 recalls, and it gets 19 to 21 mpg combined. The best Toyota Sienna year is 2020.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 76 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Toyota Sienna year. 2016 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 5K to 36K miles on the car (39 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 5
- equipment adaptive/mobility 2025
Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information.
- brakes 2019
The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly may be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.
- brakes 2019
The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
Show all 5 recalls
- body structure 2016
If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
- seat belts 2016
In the affected vehicles, incorrect front seat belt height adjusters may have been installed.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Toyota told dealers about
Toyota sent dealers 291 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Technical instructions: the subject vehicles are equipped with an oxygen sensor which could…
- "a battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life
- The subject vehicles are equipped with an oxygen sensor which could experience wire degradation
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Sienna VAN FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Sienna VAN AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3050–3400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
The sliding passenger doors stopped working and you could not open them manually. Passengers side door stopped working 8/3/15 and the drivers side door stopped working 5/3/16.
2016 Toyota Sienna owner · NHTSA complaint 10862854
Quick answers
Is the 2016 Toyota Sienna reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 45; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Toyota Sienna year by this measure is 2020.
What are the most common 2016 Toyota Sienna problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are body structure (37%), electrical (14%) and airbags (7%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Sienna have?
5 safety recalls (latest: equipment adaptive/mobility). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Sienna get?
19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2016 Toyota Sienna safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2016 Toyota Sienna problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,000 and 36,500 miles. The middle report was at 19,000 miles, from 39 complaints.
Does the 2016 Toyota Sienna have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2016 Toyota Sienna cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $3400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2016 Toyota Sienna have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Toyota Sienna year is better than the 2016?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2020, 2013 and 2012.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works