Toyota

Sienna (XL10)

2000-2003 · Minivan · 2 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.0)
840 NHTSA Complaints
2 Recalls
10 Fire Reports
67 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

1MZ-FE

3.0L 6-cyl / 210 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.0)
608 complaints 124.5 per year Gasoline
8 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

body
173
engine
85
transmission
80
cooling
80
brakes
73

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (173 complaints)
Engine Issues (85 complaints)
Transmission Issues (80 complaints)

Toyota Sienna Unidentified Engine

Avoid (1.5)
224 complaints 56.0 per year
2 fire reports 5 fatalities
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Complaint Breakdown

body
62
engine
34
cooling
33
wheels tires
29
other
23

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (62 complaints)
Engine Issues (34 complaints)
Cooling System Issues (33 complaints)
Show 2 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

3MZ-FE

3.3L 6-cyl / 266 hp
Recommended (4.5)
7 complaints 3.5 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

body
3
other
2
electrical
1
brakes
1
transmission
1

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (3 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (1 complaints)
Brakes Issues (1 complaints)

2GR-FKS

3.5L 6-cyl / 295 hp
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Toyota Sienna regardless of engine variant.

Body/Trim Issues (238 complaints)
body critical
Engine Issues (119 complaints)
engine critical
Cooling System Issues (113 complaints)
cooling critical
Brakes Issues (97 complaints)
brakes critical
Transmission Issues (80 complaints)
transmission critical

Recalls (2)

10V160000Apr 19, 2010serious
Structure

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998 THROUGH 2010 SIENNA PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN AUGUST 7, 1997 AND JANUARY 4, 2010, CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, AND WISCONSIN. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE SPARE TIRE STOWED UNDER THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN THE COLD CLIMATE REGIONS OF THE UNITED STATES WHERE ROAD SALT IS FREQUENTLY USED, WATER SPLASHED BACKWARDS WITH HIGH CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT CAN REACH THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER AND CORRODE THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER ASSEMBLY CABLE.

01V072000May 2, 2001serious
Structure

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY HAS NOT BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna problems?

The 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna has accumulated 840 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Body/Trim, Engine, Cooling System. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Toyota Sienna engine is most reliable?

The 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna was offered with 4 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.0L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna a good used car?

The 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 840 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna have?

The 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna has 840 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna?

There are 2 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Toyota Sienna?

Before buying a used Toyota Sienna, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Body/Trim, Engine, Cooling System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Sienna have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2000-2003 Toyota Sienna. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 840 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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