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2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 65 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid, most frequently naming the brakes, electrical and visibility categories. 1 safety recall has been issued covering this model year; and 138 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
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| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2022 | 1 | 1 |
| Jan 2023 | 1 | 2 |
| Feb 2023 | 1 | 3 |
| Apr 2023 | 1 | 4 |
| May 2023 | 2 | 6 |
| Jun 2023 | 2 | 8 |
| Jul 2023 | 1 | 9 |
| Aug 2023 | 3 | 12 |
| Sep 2023 | 2 | 14 |
| Oct 2023 | 1 | 15 |
| Nov 2023 | 1 | 16 |
| Dec 2023 | 3 | 19 |
| Feb 2024 | 2 | 21 |
| Mar 2024 | 1 | 22 |
| May 2024 | 2 | 24 |
| Jun 2024 | 3 | 27 |
| Jul 2024 | 5 | 32 |
| Aug 2024 | 2 | 34 |
| Sep 2024 | 3 | 37 |
| Oct 2024 | 2 | 39 |
| Jan 2025 | 2 | 41 |
| Feb 2025 | 1 | 42 |
| Apr 2025 | 3 | 45 |
| May 2025 | 1 | 46 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | 48 |
| Jul 2025 | 1 | 49 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | 50 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | 52 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | 53 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | 55 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | 56 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | 60 |
| May 2026 | 2 | 62 |
| Jul 2026 | 2 | 64 |
| Aug 2026 | 1 | 65 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Brakes2541.0%
- Electrical813.1%
- Visibility711.5%
- Interior & seats46.6%
- Seat belts34.9%
- Airbags34.9%
- Powertrain (other)34.9%
- Driver assistance34.9%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
1 campaign cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govRecent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
Seatbelt intermittently would latch since purchasing vehicle, and then completely failed and will no longer latch/clip in. This is 3rd row passenger side.
- NHTSA ID
- 11756259
- Incident
- Aug 1, 2024
While driving on the freeway with my small children in the backseat a loud pop sounded and glass from the moon roof came shattering down upon us. The glass hit my face, arms, hair, and fell into my seat and all around the interior of the car. Though glass fell along my face my vision was not obstructed and I was able to safely exit the freeway without accident. The glass, though did make its way towards the backseats, did not hit my children. There was no warning or issues with the car or window.
- NHTSA ID
- 11750344
- Incident
- Jul 13, 2026
On June 11, 2026, a BraunAbility Turny Evo seat system, installed by a third-party mobility dealer, suffered a catastrophic mechanical failure while in operation. A passenger with a physical disability was secured in the equipment when the mechanism seized, trapping the individual mid-cycle. The remote control displayed a mandatory "Code 19" error, rendering the equipment unresponsive and creating an immediate safety crisis. Beyond this mechanical failure, the vehicle's structural integrity is compromised. The floor plates and railings, which are critical for the securement of this mobility equipment, are loose and rattling, posing a severe risk of detachment while in motion. Furthermore, the interior upholstery was permanently damaged during the installation process, and a secondary mobility hoist system—which was paid for in full—was never installed. The dealer and the manufacturer have been notified of these dangerous structural and mechanical defects but have failed to provide a safe, complete repair. The vehicle is currently unsafe to operate and poses a direct threat to the safety of the passenger.
- NHTSA ID
- 11748630
- Incident
- Jun 11, 2026
The brakes on the hybrid system release during braking. Which send the van lurching forward, this typically happens a lower speeds, under 20mph. Which makes it unsafe as you do not stop when you are expecting.
- NHTSA ID
- 11736558
- Incident
- May 6, 2024
while braking and coming to a stop the van surges forward (while brakes are being applied). This has nearly caused accidents on 2 occasions, and has happened 2 other times in the past few months
- NHTSA ID
- 11735743
- Incident
- May 4, 2026
When braking, there is a sudden jerk and surge in power at low speeds. It feels like you are losing control of the car. It feels unsafe to drive the car.
- NHTSA ID
- 11734227
- Incident
- Apr 27, 2026
The drivers rear seat on toyota sienna minivans has play in it. My concern is that when you install a car seat tight, the seat has play and can loosen. I can send a video. Picture won't help. It appears to be a common issue with these.
- NHTSA ID
- 11734036
- Incident
- Sep 6, 2024
The complaint was filed on behalf of the contact's employer. The contact drives a 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that the acceleration occurred while the contact was making a right turn. The contact stated that the vehicle shifted from hybrid to high speed within a second. The brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle crashed into another vehicle before coming to a complete stop. The vehicle sustained damage to the front driver's side door. No warning lights were illuminated. No Police report was filed. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall which had a similar failure description, however the VIN was not associated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000. VIN unavailable.
- NHTSA ID
- 11733515
- Incident
- Apr 23, 2026
- Mileage
- 12,000 mi
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers’ ownership experience. Toyota is providing extended coverage under this Customer Support Program for repairs related to excessive corrosion to the wire harness connections at the Rear Motor Generator. Excessive corrosion can cause AM Radio Static during certain drive cycles, or the vehicle may not start.
ENGINE
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software.
Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to the applicable model and model year Repair Manual and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Although the HV Floor Under Wire Harness and Rear Traction Motor Cable is covered by Toyota’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers’ ownership experience. Toyota is providing extended coverage under this Customer Support Program for repairs related to excessive corrosion to the wire harness connections at the Rear Motor Generator. Excessive corrosion can cause AM Radio Static during certain drive cycles, or the vehicle may not start.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.