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2015 Toyota Sienna: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2015 Toyota Sienna — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most minivan.
Owners filed 227 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 75% of 2015 minivans. Structure leads the reports (23%). 6 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2015 minivans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
227
Reports to NHTSA, 2015
Safety recalls
6
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
20
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 75% of 2015 minivans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2015 minivans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Structure issues lead owner complaints (23% of 227 reports), followed by electrical system (18%).
+ 15 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 227 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11692382, ODI 11676320, ODI 11663672, ODI 11550327, ODI 11436200.
Recalls(6)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Service BrakesApr 2019 · 19V410000Details +Close −
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Toyota Sienna mobility van conversions. The brake lines may have incorrect tube nut fittings installed, which may cause a pressure drop within the braking system.
Risk: The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will install an adaptor to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Air Bags · 14V757000Details +Close −
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sienna vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to November 25, 2014. In the event of a crash that necessitates the deployment of the curtain shield airbag (CSA), the second row overhead assist grips may detach.
Risk: If the assist grip detaches due to CSA deployment, the grip may strike a vehicle occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the headliner near the second row overhead assist grip, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Structure · 15V236000Details +Close −
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2015 Sienna vehicles manufactured September 1, 2014, to April 13, 2015 and equipped with overhead entertainment accessories installed by SET. During reassembly of the interior after the overhead entertainment system installation, a trim panel securing clip may have been reused instead of being replaced.
Risk: If the clip was damaged during the entertainment system installation, in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment, the trim panel may detach and strike one of the vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trim panel securing clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET15B.
Structure · 15V240000Details +Close −
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Sienna vehicles manufactured January 23, 2015, to April 13, 2015, and equipped with non-Toyota-brand overhead entertainment accessories installed by GST. During reassembly of the interior after the overhead entertainment system installation, a trim panel securing clip may have been reused instead of being replaced.
Risk: If the clip was damaged during the entertainment system installation, in the event of a side curtain air bag deployment, the trim panel may detach and strike one of the vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trim panel securing clip, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2015. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 15R1.
Structure · 16V858000Details +Close −
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Toyota Sienna minivans manufactured January 4, 2010, to August 12, 2016. If the power sliding door is unable to be opened when commanded, such as if the door is frozen shut, the door may subsequently open unexpectedly, possibly while the vehicle is moving.
Risk: If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block, rear sliding door wire harnesses, and install two sub wire harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G04.
Service Brakes · 19V553000Details +Close −
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles. 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.
Risk: The contact may cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2015 Toyota Sienna VAN FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2015 Toyota Sienna VAN AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sienna 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 18 | 25 | 21 |
| Sienna AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 16 | 23 | 19 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2015 Toyota Sienna: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2015 Toyota Sienna?
Owners filed 227 NHTSA complaints about the 2015 Toyota Sienna — more complaints than 75% of comparable 2015 minivans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2015 Toyota Sienna?
The most-reported problem areas are Structure (23% of complaints) and electrical system (18%).
How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Sienna have?
6 recalls have been issued that affect the 2015 Toyota Sienna, covering components such as service brakes. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Toyota Sienna get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Toyota Sienna between 19 and 21 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.