2006 Toyota Sienna Consumer Discussions

Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light easy fix for me [wysockigal]

  Written by: frieguy on Jan 31, 2012 2:46:46 PM

  Thank you so much. Your tip worked like a charm after thinking all day I was going to have to spend 3,000 to get this fixed. Thanks again.

Toyota Sienna hatch problems with struts

• Sienna 2006 Manual lift gate Struts

  Written by: ocktober on Jan 1, 2012 8:32:04 AM

  Could someone send me a copy of the recall from Toyota on this matter? Thank you

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Toyota Sienna Limited for $43,650 OTD [stock786]

  Written by: lxowner2 on Dec 27, 2011 8:41:57 AM

  The Lexus warranty was for my 2006 Lexus RX330, and I purchased it from a Michigan dealership in November 2009. It was the Platinum with zero deductible, 8 years/75,000 miles. paid about $1600. I will check my records for the name of the dealership. The Toyota warranty I just purchased for my 2012 Sienna was the Platinum with zero deductible for 8 years/100,000 miles, $990 from Molle Toyota in Missouri.

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: Class Action Suit? [snw219]

  Written by: dimar65 on Dec 21, 2011 9:27:04 PM

  article in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that reveals the automaker will voluntarily fix the front doors on 600,000 units of its Sienna minivan (current model shown above) built between 2004 and 2006. Apparently there may be an issue with the door check mounting panel on both of the minivan's front doors. The door check mounting panel is the piece that keeps the door open, and if the part fails the door ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Sienna Door Weld Issue [katonmaui]

  Written by: buknoy on Dec 19, 2011 2:48:22 PM

  I have the same problem too. I have the 2006 toyota sienna CE. Mine just started a couple of weeks ago and I thought it was just the hinge and I put WD40 thinking that it is just getting rusty but unfortunately after a few more observation i noticed that a part of the door wasn't welded good and that thing is the one making the noise.

Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [myrtlebeach]

  Written by: fibber2 on Nov 19, 2011 9:52:42 PM

  Sad to see such a long list. But other than the last few, virtually all began in the 70k to 100k+ region, and after several years. Yours reportedly began when new, and has never been resolved. If so, you shouldn't be paying a penny and should not continue to be driving a vehicle equipped with multiple air bags that might never deploy if needed.

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [fibber2]

  Written by: myrtlebeach on Nov 18, 2011 4:33:18 PM

  I think you will find the link below interesting: http://www.aboutautomobile.com/Complaint/2006/Toyota/Sienna/Airbag

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [myrtlebeach]

  Written by: fibber2 on Nov 17, 2011 10:44:31 PM

  If the airbag light is on, there is a problem with the system. As you don't know what the problem is, you really have no idea without physically testing them whether they will deploy. The SRS system is covered under the longer powertrain warranty (5/60), I believe. If the light really never went out you should be in touch with Toyota Customer Care and report this.

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [vmorvillo]

  Written by: wismom on Nov 15, 2011 2:02:32 PM

  Have you tried opening the far back passenger window? It won't give you much room, but you may be able to access it that way. Otherwise, yes you'll have to remove the door panel from the inside. My door on my 2005 Sienna XLE was in the open position when this happened and we were able to cut the cable from the outside. I now carry a clipper in the van....just ... Read More

Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [potat]

  Written by: myrtlebeach on Nov 14, 2011 7:05:35 PM

  My 2006 Toyota Sienna I bought at Sparks Toyota in Myrtle Beach has had the air bag light on since I purchased it in 06. It was worked on regularly for 2 years and had every possible thing replaced. The airbag light was still on when the warranty expired and Sparks would not fix it as a warranty issue. They said the bags would deploy....it was just the light that didn't ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [scottm23]

  Written by: vmorvillo on Nov 14, 2011 12:39:44 PM

  Question on cutting the cable. How would you get to the cable if the door is stuck in the closed position? I disengaged the auto switch however it is impossible to open the door manually. Would I need to take off the inside door cover to get to the cable?

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: 2004 Sienna Door Weld Issue [katonmaui]

  Written by: broken_car on Nov 10, 2011 8:16:02 AM

  I called Toyota and they said I was beyond the 5 year warrantly period. I am the 2d owner for my 2006 Sienna, initially purchased Fall 2005. I had it repaired at a body shop for $650. One body shop said they would not know until they took apart the door if they could repair or would need to replace the door.

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2005 Sienna LE sliding door stuck closed [jjllcal]

  Written by: avery1 on Oct 31, 2011 3:45:03 PM

  I think Toyota is making a huge mistake not addressing these issues. I had a Lexus RX300 and there were unaddressed transmission problems with that car. I bought a Volvo to replace it. I didn't even look at the new Lexuses. I also have a 2006 Toyota Sienna. Our door has stopped working via one of the switches so I hope it is just a switch but I am just waiting ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Sienna Buying Experience

  Written by: cmkbd on Oct 28, 2011 4:53:31 AM

  I purchased a new Toyota Sienna XLE in 2006 and loved the vehicle all the while I owned it. It was loaded with features, had a beautiful interior with soft plastic, and everything functioned the way it should. I only had 38,000 miles on it when I decided that I wanted to get the latest model Sienna. I liked the new style I had seen on the road and started my ... Read More

Buying a Used Sienna

• Re: 2006 xle limited available [fibber2]

  Written by: themanindbox on Oct 13, 2011 9:03:38 PM

  Hmm i got that beat.. Bought a used 01 Sienna last year with 61K miles from a dealer.. I paid 6K and got a FREE Toyota Extra Care Platinum Zero Deductible 8 year 125K mile warranty. 2001 XLE, 61,000 miles = $5,999 Dealer Doc fees & Gas = Free NYS 2 yr Registration & Title = Once again, the government taking a chunk.. NYS Inspection = Free NYS Sales Tax, no ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Sienna LE Offer - good or bad? [wwg1]

  Written by: themanindbox on Oct 13, 2011 8:46:14 PM

  @wwq1 I bought a 2001 last year for 6K from a dealer and got a 100K mile warranty. The van had 61K miles and was a loaded XLE model. I would shop around more.. Also, i would suggest that if you are going to go through a dealer, you make sure you buy from a Toyota dealership and not from another manufacturer... Typically, people happy with Toyota's will buy another Toyota, ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Power Seat problem

• Re: 2006 & 2007 Sienna 3rd row Power Seat stuck [notacarperso]

  Written by: gmaf on Oct 6, 2011 12:58:44 PM

  Thank you for re-posting the links/pictures on how to fix this problem. I went to the Toyota dealer and left my car. When I got home I decided to goggle this problem and was surprised to find the rubber band fix. The dealership wanted $719.00 to fix the problem (replacing the bottom piece). I told them I wanted to check out the rubber band option and they looked at me as ... Read More

Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light easy fix for me [fibber2]

  Written by: potat on Sep 29, 2011 11:32:48 AM

  Hi Fibber, I have been looking at Sienna's for the past few months. The one originally I looked at (and posted the airbag issues) was for 06, from the dealer, base model. I also saw one 05 XLE at the dealer, but the price was too high ($3400), compared to 06 base. As I mentioned before the ext. warranty was a min of $1400. In the mean time, I saw a ... Read More

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light easy fix for me [potat]

  Written by: fibber2 on Sep 27, 2011 7:26:22 PM

  Some people do Sudoku to keep them sharp and entertained, we do cars! Glad we could help. So this is a different '06 from the one you originally came to the board about? That was from a dealer, this a private party. Sounds like you made out OK. Glad to hear it. Concerning TSB's.... Usually they constitute little more than a brief, bulletized advisory for the shop's use to highlight problems ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [vmorvillo]

  Written by: sdr2 on Aug 1, 2011 9:52:07 AM

  Your problem, unfortunately is not uncommon. What's even more disconcerting is it won't be over until you hit the trifecta -- both sliding door mechanisms fail because of cable failure, and the driver's door starts to click because the spot welds holding the door check mounting cup in place fail. I've experienced all three, and learned that telling its customers to log a complaint appears simply to be a mechanism Toyota ... Read More

Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light easy fix for me [wysockigal]

  Written by: potat on Sep 26, 2011 8:21:07 AM

  Thanks, Wysock for your helpful comments. Yes, your great tips will be definitely be helpful to other owners. Greatly appreciated. Once again thanks Fibber for your valuable points. Here is my status, I bought a 2006 Toyota sienna, CE a week ago. This was from a private party, a local vehicle. There are no issues as such, other than a driver seat belt coming on and off. My mechanic checked the ... Read More

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light easy fix for me [fibber2]

  Written by: wysockigal on Sep 26, 2011 4:18:34 AM

  I am just wondering if this is a common fix for all 2006 Sienna Minivans, or if my situation is just a fluke. I guess we will see if this fix helps other people. I hope so.

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light easy fix for me [wysockigal]

  Written by: fibber2 on Sep 25, 2011 7:02:51 PM

  Interesting, and good observation! I noticed how very vulnerable that connector is attached to the front-right corner of the seat base, and wondered how long it would take before someone simply snagged it getting into the van (like my teenage daughter - trouble always seems to find her!).

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light easy fix for me

  Written by: wysockigal on Sep 25, 2011 5:56:07 AM

  I want to comment on the Airbag light issue. One time I took my 2006 Sienna in for service at the dealer for my 100,000 mile service. At that time my airbag light was on, but I also had a lot of work done that day (timing belt replacement, brakes, ect.) My total bill was around $1000. It was all preventative maintainence. I asked about the airbag light, and they said ... Read More

TMV pricing on used Sienna?

• I agree, jpf

  Written by: grrldriver on Sep 22, 2011 7:21:17 PM

  I finally did buy a 2006 Mazda MPV minivan with 50K -- just a newer version of my old 2001. Not too exciting, but a good solid vehicle. It wasn't as cheap as your Uplander, though. I had very few choices, and finally decided this was my best option out of the limited ones available. There are very few affordable minivan choices left, and some vehicles like the MPV just aren't ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [hainesmama]

  Written by: romeindust on Sep 16, 2011 8:56:55 AM

  I am sure a Toyota dealership would be glad to help. Have you tried the "sliding door manual release" for your model? http://i.imgur.com/5jA6R.jpg Cutting the cable will only destroy a part of the vehicle and is a hack repair.

Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [fibber2]

  Written by: potat on Sep 12, 2011 8:12:52 AM

  Thanks, Fibber. Great tips. Let me see what they can offer me. Yes, I am looking at the extended warranty. Thanks so much!

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [potat]

  Written by: fibber2 on Sep 12, 2011 5:31:54 AM

  Can you get a read on what was done to address the previous owner's complaints? If the service dept responded "No Trouble Found" and thus took no action, is it really a pre-existing condition? I see a few ways to go: 1) Get them to guarantee in writing that they will cover any airbag issues for the first year, given that it is an unresolved issue in the van's history. I ... Read More

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [potat]

  Written by: ateixeira on Sep 9, 2011 10:55:33 AM

  Yeah, powertrain would cover the engine, transmission, drive shafts, etc., but not air bags. Sounds to me like the dealer is just eager to sell a van...

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [ateixeira]

  Written by: potat on Sep 9, 2011 10:38:50 AM

  I guess there is power train warranty on the vehicle. Dealer says that I can buy extended warranty. The issue is, extended warranty covers electrical probs., not AIRBAGS. So not sure how this works!

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue [potat]

  Written by: ateixeira on Sep 9, 2011 10:27:49 AM

  Not if the original warranty expired already. When there is a lapse, they will not cover pre-existing conditions.

• Toyota Sienna 2006 airbag light on - serious safety issue

  Written by: potat on Sep 9, 2011 10:08:02 AM

  Hi, I looked up the service history of a Sienna 2006 (have been planing to buy the minivan) and found that it had a few incidents with AIR BAG ON. When I initially searched for 2006 Sienna I mostly hit the door latch problems. Looks like the airbag issue has been reported on several blogs and there is no recall yet on this issue. My question is, if I buy extended ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Re: Toyota Sienna Door Design Failures [broken_car]

  Written by: orinion on Sep 7, 2011 4:00:29 PM

  I have a toyota sienna 2006, have the same problems as stated here: driver side door welds failure, making a loud popping noise when open and close; auto sliding door is also jamming. I took it to the dealer where I bought only to find out the warranty has expired and presented with about 2K to fix the problem. There's got to be a way to address this issue--a recall maybe--and ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [carol87]

  Written by: escondidofam on Jul 26, 2011 8:56:55 AM

  I had a sliding door problem with my 2008 Sienna. After reading about everyone's problems, I was nervous to take it in. They told me the frame was bent and since I was out of warranty in years but within the warranty in miles, it would be my responsibility to pay for the cost of repairs. The service advisor at the dealership suggested that I call Toyota Corp and state my ... Read More

2008 Toyota Sienna Radiator Problem

• 2006 Sienna Radiator corrosion

  Written by: benttree on Sep 3, 2011 5:31:54 PM

  My 2006 Sienna - 160K completely failed while driving on the highway - rpm started revving and engine went crazy - pulled over after about 3 minutes of trouble - noticed rear window was covered with oily film and van smelled odd - towed to dealer and was told the radiator had carroded and leaked - this affected the transmission - replaced radiator - $800 - now told the transmission is ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [scottm23]

  Written by: hainesmama on Aug 30, 2011 8:26:48 AM

  Thanks. We're through with power doors. We'll give it a try.

• 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem

  Written by: vmorvillo on Jul 18, 2011 4:33:38 PM

  I thought the problem I experienced today was uncommon, but after seeing so many similar problems, I am joining the community....I created an incident report with Toyota and am awaiting their response. I know there is no recall on this problem, but with the door unable to be opened or closed because of the snapped cable, I believe this is a dangerous situation, especially if one needs to quickly open the ... Read More

Toyota Sienna hatch problems with struts

• Re: Toyota Sienna hatch problems with struts [fibber2]

  Written by: matterw on Aug 30, 2011 6:33:23 AM

  Update-- I went to Toyota terday and showed them the Toyota recall for the hatch struts (http://www.trucktrend.com/features/news/2008/163_news080722_2004_2006_toyota_si- enna_recall/index.html)... There is also a NHTSA complaint (http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f10787b/56) I brought. For some reason they said they weren't aware of these complaints. They replaced the struts no questions asked. As an aside, when I was waiting in th eservice area, I overheard the service rep talking to another customer about about the RFT tires. The ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [hainesmama]

  Written by: scottm23 on Aug 30, 2011 3:26:32 AM

  When my door broke on my 2004 I opted to turn it into a manual door and it works just fine. you need to do two things to do that: 1. Hit the manual/auto switch inside the van to disengage the open/shut buttons for the door. 2. There is a cable that runs from the front of the middle track through the door motor assembly and then to the back of ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door problem [sdr2]

  Written by: hainesmama on Aug 29, 2011 9:06:09 PM

  We've replaced the driver side door on our 2004 Sienna and both power doors have failed. We've already paid $1000+ to fix one of the doors a couple years ago- we're not doing that again. What did you do when your sliding doors failed? I'm trying to figure out how to disengage the power door mechanism and make the doors truly manual. Right now it's so difficult to open and close ... Read More

Toyota Sienna hatch problems with struts

• Toyota Sienna hatch problems with struts

  Written by: matterw on Aug 27, 2011 8:03:59 AM

  The struts on my 2006 Sienna have been replaced once and now I need to have them replaced again. It has 63k miles on it. Between the tires, struts and number of times I have aligned the RFT tires I cannot believe the whole car hasn't been recalled! Curious to know other's experience with the hatch struts...

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• Mad and pissed off

  Written by: madandpissed on Aug 24, 2011 1:48:49 PM

  The door started clicking a couple of months ago and now it closes by it self. My son was standing near the door when it clicked shut by itself. My husband pulled my son before it hit him!! If my husband was not standing close to him he wold have been seriously hurt. Beware!! I have a 2006 Sienna and I will never buy another Toyota. My door is broke and ... Read More

• Re: Toyota Sienna Door Design Failures [sdr2]

  Written by: broken_car on Aug 22, 2011 8:33:03 PM

  My 2006 Sienna with 65k miles, driver side door just start making a loud popping/ cracking noise also. So will Toyota fix this even if I do not have an extended warranty since it is a common known defect? Is there a toyota reference number ... we can refer the dealer to?

Toyota Sienna Power Seat problem

• Re: 2006 & 2007 Sienna 3rd row Power Seat stuck [cerrmj1]

  Written by: jjcam5 on Aug 3, 2011 6:56:16 PM

  Thanks for the post Bob! I have a 2008 Sienna. I bought the Toyota extended care warranty when we bought it new and am getting a lesson in just exactly what it covers! I have the same issue with the folding rear seats. This is the second time I have had it in to be fixed. It seems to be intermittent. The seat was stuck down for a month, after we ... Read More

• Re: 2006 & 2007 Sienna 3rd row Power Seat stuck [agnosto]

  Written by: notacarperso on Aug 1, 2011 1:29:33 PM

  Thank you so much for re-posting the pictures and explaining how to fix this problem. I am re-posting the link to the pictures that helped me again because this fix really does work. I went to the toyota dealer who quoted me $1K for parts and labor. Then I called a local upholstery shop that was not aware of this problem. When I finally looked up how to fix my third ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [adurilin]

  Written by: carol87 on Jul 15, 2011 3:59:42 PM

  I have a 2005 Toyota Sienna with the same problem. Toyota service is charging $1100 to repair the cable that is broken. I called toyota and they recommended for customers to call and file a complain.

• Sliding doors stuck 2006 sienna

  Written by: badtoyota3 on Jun 29, 2011 12:50:27 PM

  My 2006 sienna automatic doors are stuck and won't open. IT's a safety hazard and when you do try to open them manually you need to be a body builder with lots of muscle. The sound of grinding is horrific and I can't imagine that this is what toyota had in mind when they charged an enormous amount of money to have automatic doors. Has this happened to anyone?? Can the ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [ceoberry6]

  Written by: adurilin on May 24, 2011 7:12:51 PM

  I have a 2007 Sienna -- I love the car exept for those darn doors. They offered pay half for the part, so instead of $1600, it will cost $1200 to fix. Well, thanks very much for your generosity! We have to do something. It's ridiculous.

Buying a Used Sienna

• Re: Looking at 08 LE 8 passengers [workless]

  Written by: loucapri on Apr 27, 2011 11:22:44 AM

  Carfax's +/- market is a joke. You will see some one owner vehicle has -$100.00 or 4 owners vehicle has +$200. There +/- market is all over the map. The worst I have seen was one "accident" "airbag deployed" car has a +. Go figure. My rule for a used car is like this: take 50% off from orginial price (NEW) for every 5 years. If a new 2011 Sienna LE ... Read More

Navigation System Fails?

• Navigation System Fails?

  Written by: my_last_toyota on Apr 26, 2011 12:12:35 PM

  Should an owner of a 2006 Sienna XLE with just under 55K miles expect the navigation system (not the map DVD) to last more than 4-5 years?

Buying a Used Sienna

• Re: New, considering a used Sienna. Help !! [deltheking]

  Written by: my_last_toyota on Apr 26, 2011 12:07:48 PM

  We've had nothing but problems with our 2006 Sienna XLE. Run-flat tires are a disaster, electrical issues as well. Navigation chews-up map DVDs (three in five years) and the whole navigation system just went out completely (Toyota wants $3500 to replace). Unless you really really need AWD, I'd go with the Honda.

Toyota Sienna Tires/Wheels/Run-flats

• can anyone beat this?

  Written by: my_last_toyota on Apr 26, 2011 12:00:02 PM

  Not sure if this is a record, but our 2006 Sienna XLE has 52K miles and we are on our sixth (6th) set of run-flat tires (excluding the original set). To be fair, the Toyota dealership (Palo Alto) has replaced seven of the 24 tires because of installation issues (i.e. they screwed-up) and these tires didn't last a week. In contrast, our 2003 Subaru Outback (157K miles) is on it's second ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [tsvi1]

  Written by: alhock on Apr 18, 2011 2:01:33 PM

  I personally think it's going to take a lawsuit to get Toyota to do anything at this point. What have you learned?

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [frustatedowner]

  Written by: tsvi1 on Apr 18, 2011 11:41:15 AM

  My client also had his motor replaced on one of the doors of his 2005 Sienna. I believe the motor is the primary problem. If you would like to discuss this further and I can tell you what I have learned or if you would like to consider legal action, please e-mail me at tsvi@aol.com.

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [tsvi1]

  Written by: frustatedowner on Apr 14, 2011 4:52:45 PM

  I have a 2004 Sienna, I have had multiple problems with my power sliding doors. I have had to replace one motor on the one of the doors and now the motor on the other door has also gone out. Each time to have the motor replaced is $1,000.00. I have not yet fixed the second door. I will never buy another vehicle with power sliding doors. You can get them ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Power Seat problem

• Re: 2006 & 2007 Sienna 3rd row Power Seat [michael_w]

  Written by: gvondo on Apr 11, 2011 8:19:41 PM

  I had the same problem with my 2006 Sienna. - larger of the third row seating was stuck with the back down. I used the links above to fix the problem. Thank you so much for sharing!! I can't believe the Toyota dealers can't tell you about this. I would be pissed if I paid anyone more then $20 to fix this problem.

Post Your Van Gas Mileage Here

• Re: 2009 Toyota Sienna XLE [tbanks204]

  Written by: jpf on Mar 29, 2011 11:31:27 PM

  I own a 2006 Dodge Caravan SE (4 cyl). I have got as high as 32 mpg on the highway (60 mph and flat highway). Combined city/highway is around 24 mpg.

2011 Toyota Sienna

• Re: 2011 Toyota Sienna vs. All-New Nissan Quest [808speedcruzr]

  Written by: ateixeira on Mar 28, 2011 7:32:53 AM

  I won't defend the Sienna, but I will join the Cost Cutting Police and point out where Nissan cut corners: * you give up about 40 cubic feet of total cargo space * floor isn't flat, you have gaps and holes * 3rd row seats are child-sized * Cargo floor falls about 10" short of fitting a sheet of plywood * peach fuzz headliner is awful cheap * sun visors also ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [ceoberry6]

  Written by: tsvi1 on Mar 23, 2011 12:05:10 PM

  I represent a client who had a 2005 Toyota Sienna and has also had to fix both sliding doors. He is considering legal action.

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [kgriebell]

  Written by: alhock on Jan 26, 2011 3:50:32 PM

  My suggestion is to video tape it and tell everyone you know on Facebook, etc to view it so it racks up a lot of viewings. Someone else did that for another Sienna defect and it got 40,000 views. Toyota coincidentally did a recall after that...check out the video... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9XlOA4mhd8 Here's one with the sienna sliding door defect... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCGC9V0Jx9E

• 2006 sienna door is not open and close

  Written by: caroftheday on Jan 24, 2011 5:32:16 AM

  Our automatic sliding door is not working at 55,000 miles. The Toyota Company refuses to pay to fix the sliding door. I am surprise with Toyota ’s reputation that the automatic sliding door has stop working. I am very concerned about the automatic door not working. Right now the door is on manual. It is very difficult to open and close for my family. My spouse and my hands hurt when ... Read More

Shocks absorbers

• 2006 Sienna rear shock absorbers replaced...

  Written by: agnosto on Jan 22, 2011 2:24:06 PM

  FYI, I just had both rear shocks replaced on my 2006 Sienna FWD Limited a little over 57,000 miles for $218 (including 7.75% tax only on parts) and after doing some extended research I found out that I have Lifetime free replacement (parts + labor) as long I own the vehicle. This lifetime warranty is from Toyota Corporate and was initiated since January 1, 1990 for (front/rear struts or shocks, Toyota ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [kgriebell]

  Written by: dk2005 on Jan 21, 2011 7:33:57 AM

  My two sliding doors on my 2005 Sienna van would not open yesterday. Don't think they are frozen (that does happen A LOT, but usually unfreeze after being in warmed-up car for awhile). Today, they still won't open. The alarm was sounding that they were open, and then the "open door light" was not coming on, but alarm was still sounding. The door locks are clicking normally when I lock and ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [kgriebell]

  Written by: ateixeira on Jan 11, 2011 8:08:03 AM

  Call Toyota's 800 number, and see if you can plead your case. Be nice, trust me - I used to work at a Help Desk. You get more bees with honey. I wouldn't be surprised if they at least offer to pick up half the tab, maybe part or labor. I doubt it'll be a free fix though, otherwise why would anyone ever buy an extended warranty? Then report the problem ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [tillsonburg]

  Written by: kgriebell on Jan 11, 2011 4:01:21 AM

  I have a 2005 (identical to the 2006). Both my sliding doors broke and and my 7 year old can't open the door. I have a quote from Toyota for the first door -- $1,800. I am furious they will not fix this defect on a complimentary basis. Who do I contact? Consumer reports? National Highway commission?

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure [ceoberry6]

  Written by: tillsonburg on Jan 10, 2011 5:52:15 PM

  Have they given you a price for the actuator motors? I dont think these are the motors that shuttle the door. They are motors (actuators) that release the latch cables to allow the door motor to shuttle the door open. You might check an auto wrecker to see if you can find thses parts.

• 2006 Toyota Sienna sliding door failure

  Written by: ceoberry6 on Jan 10, 2011 1:12:53 PM

  Both of my automatic sliding doors do not work. The Toyota dealer indicated that both actuator motors have to be replaced, which is quite costly. I have @84,000 miles on it, and can't afford to repair it or get a new car. Of course I didn't purchase the extended warranty given (what I thought then but not now) Toyota's reputation. I'm very concerned about the automatic doors not working, as my ... Read More

• Goodbye Toyota and Lexus

  Written by: avery1 on Jan 5, 2011 10:37:43 AM

  I have been following this thread because I have a 2006 Sienna. I've seen the problems creep up so that now I am seeing 2005 and a couple of 2006 Siennas with problems. I am holding my breath. I assume Toyota follows these discussions so this is for you. I also own a Lexus RX300 which had a transmission go out at 140,000 miles and a likely engine "gelling" issue now ... Read More

Buying a Used Sienna

• Re: 2007 XLE w/ Leather $26000 [deltheking]

  Written by: yatesjo on Jan 4, 2010 5:40:51 PM

  Dealers in the Bay Area are crazy in what they try to ask for late model used Siennas. When I was shopping in 2008 for ours I checked around on used vans before going with a new. What I found is that 80+% of the late model used Siennas are retired rentals with relatively high mileage (all LEs with with a slightly de-contented EVP1). For the privately owned trade-ins the dealers ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Power Seat problem

• 2006 & 2007 Sienna 3rd row Power Seat stuck

  Written by: cerrmj1 on Sep 10, 2010 9:40:09 AM

  Here is a FYI for the group. My 2006 Sienna developed a problem with the power 3rd row seats where they will come up out of the seat well, seem to lock into plact but the seat backs will not come up. Some research indicates that this is becoming a frequent issue with the 2006 & 2007 models and the seat tracks were redesigned in 2008. Toyota has a TSB0183-09 that ... Read More

Question on TSB: Toyota Sienna Door Welds Causing Clicking

• 2004 XLE had this issue

  Written by: tfaw_big on Aug 5, 2010 11:28:08 PM

  My 2004 (now since traded in) had the driver door weld issue back in 2006 or 2007. The dealer first tried to claim there was no issue. This was Longo Toyota, The a few weeks later, the door would not open at all. They then said the cost to fix would be about 1,800. I then said, great because my Platinum warranty (7 years/100000) would cover that issue. That was checkmate, ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Uncontrolled Acceleration

• Re: Feeling validated [vamaja123]

  Written by: bertha06 on Jul 22, 2010 8:47:30 AM

  Hi Diana I know the feeling. My 2006 Sienna wound up crashing me into a concrete wall, totaled the van, and I feel lucky to be alive. I have posted the entire story on this site already, about a year ago, so I won't go over it all again, but I also contacted Toyota, they said nothing was wrong with my vehicle when their inspector looked at it. The really scary ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Brakes

• Re: Any One has brake problem with 2010 van sienna? [ateixeira]

  Written by: fun4all on Jul 12, 2010 8:40:05 PM

  I have a 2006 Sienna that has developed the same braking issues, it is in the shop now. I have been in one accident and had two very close calls with my grandchildren in the van. I am not a satisfied customer. When the service tech pulled the van into the shop the service manager told me he almost went through the side of the shop!!! Told today the factory replacement ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Power Rear Hatch

• Re: 2005 ~ hatch not working at all [agape1231]

  Written by: filnterrausa on Jun 23, 2010 12:51:06 PM

  I have a 2006 Sienna that also does not have the automatic hatch, and the strut supports recently decided to fail, falling on my wife's head and making her dizzy and disoriented for a good 10 minutes. I remember receiving the recall notice or safety advisory (or something similar) two years ago and unfortunately cannot find it now...I also ignored it because we weren't experiencing a problem. I called the Toyota ... Read More

2011 Toyota Sienna

• Re: Random questions for a 2011 Sienna AWD LTD [luvmyhondas]

  Written by: foggy6 on Jun 7, 2010 5:25:12 AM

  Just a few words from an owner of three Sienna vans...2004, 2006 and now 2011. For the naysayers about the Nav system, had it on all three, it is always spot on and when you have it on "ETA", rarely if ever is off more than a minute if that. As far as the dash, it works for us and in fact seems to be better than the soft effect what ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Brakes

• 2006 Brake light on dash is on

  Written by: brennabrea on Jun 1, 2010 10:53:58 AM

  yesterday, I changed the brake pads and had the rotors turned on my 2006 Toyota Sienna. Everything works good, however, upon starting the van after the brake job, the brake light has come on, and stays on all the time. I bleed the brakes, and have great pedal. Any help on this? Is there a place to reset like the check engine light?

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: SIENNA INSURANCE THROUGH THE ROOF [joefar75]

  Written by: jacobsmomma1 on May 13, 2010 4:10:06 PM

  Check with other insurance companies if you will get lower rates. That is hisgh if you are replacing another vehicle. The RAV4 that we are replacing is year 2006 but maybe this one already has a higher insurance rate or rate comparable to other toyotas - not really sure. Progressive is what we currently use. If you have AAA, you can use them to find the best insurance rate for you ... Read More

• Re: SIENNA INSURANCE THROUGH THE ROOF [joefar75]

  Written by: jacobsmomma1 on May 12, 2010 2:48:38 PM

  That is indeed high! Are you adding the sienna to your insurance or are you replacing another vehicle with it? We are replacing our 2006 Toyota RAV4 LTD AWD with either a Toyota Sienna XLE or LTD. The insurance price quote is $66 per year below our current premium. Our insurance company is Progressive though.

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: Toyota Sienna Slider Door Broke Car Window [klimist]

  Written by: cherane on May 9, 2010 1:30:55 PM

  I finanlly found a dealer who took care of me with a rental for the week and fixing my drivers door that has been under warrenty. I have twenty seven thousand miles on my 2006 XLE.. I had seven thousand when the sliding door went.. I walked into the dealership to be told to go where I purchased the auto. I don't know what I would have done had I had ... Read More

• Re: 2006 Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problem [bill_in_co]

  Written by: bvmurphy on Apr 26, 2010 6:30:31 AM

  We ended up taking ours to Abra Autobody (I'm not sure if that's an national or just regional chain) and they replaced the parts from a vehicle that had been in an accident (not involving the door). The whole thing cost less than $400 and it's worked great for over a year now. After this I would never have my vehicle serviced at Toyota.

• 2006 Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problem

  Written by: bill_in_co on Apr 24, 2010 2:49:08 PM

  Last night I went to shut the automatic sliding door on our 2006 Sienna and had it stop half-way. I took it to the dealer this morning and got the shocking quote of $1800 to fix. They have to replace the cable, motor and clutch system. What is this motor made out of? Gold? He said he sees this a lot. We only have 48,000 miles on this vehicle. We have ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Tires/Wheels/Run-flats

• Re: Fed up with Toyota [blschoose]

  Written by: visco2 on Apr 20, 2010 6:29:10 PM

  blschoose: Suggest you go to http://www.nuckleslaw.com/software-negotiations-expert/toyota-alloy-wheels-bubbl- ing-toyota-quality-concerns/ Someone started an independent posting at this site with pictures for people with bubbling rims. There are over 50 postings of problems with Toyota rims bubbling. Only one or two has Toyota stepped up and made an attempt to resolve. In my own case, I was well within warranty (2005 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD) when I discovered it and brought it to the dealer ... Read More

• Re: Fed up with Toyota [whitewaternut]

  Written by: blschoose on Apr 20, 2010 5:43:51 PM

  I have a 2006 Sienna Limited 60,000 miles with bubbling alloy wheels. Have contacted local Toyota dealer "not covered since 3/36 warranty is over". "Not covered under extended warranty". Called Toyota's 800 number, and spoke to manager who is giving me the same "not covered since 3/36 warranty is over". Any suggestions as to who to contact next? Thought this would be a no-brainer and fixed without any issues. Having previously ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Power Rear Hatch

• Re: 2005 Toyota Sienna - Rear hatch not closing automatically [scm587]

  Written by: ericfp1076 on Apr 14, 2010 7:59:06 AM

  Did you resolve your issue? I have a 2006 sienna that will power open the rear hatch, but not power close it. The battery was disconnected by the dealership due to a previous visit, and now the left sensor thinks the door is always open. They are quoting $409 to replace the sensor.

Toyota Sienna Sliding Door Problems

• Re: Toyota Sienna 2006 sliding doors [toyotawoes]

  Written by: dunkin2 on Mar 13, 2010 5:40:14 PM

  Contact number to complain on these doors on Toyota www.nhtsa.dot.gov/hotline 1-888-327-4236, there are many technical service bulletins on the door but Toyota isn't fixing the problem.

• Re: Got Sliding Door Power Lock Motor Fixed [jjllcal]

  Written by: dodong12 on Mar 9, 2010 3:12:54 PM

  The first 3 years of owning my 2006 Toyota Sienna LE in Nov 2005 I did not encounter real problems but as soon as my manufacturer warranty expires problems start popping up. One by one. 1. Front Passenger Door Popping when opening and closing - got fixed because there was a recall on it. Toyota dealership also replaced the 2 shocks on the back door because it won't hold the door ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Power Rear Hatch

• TSB Rear Liftgate

  Written by: tonystewart on Feb 16, 2010 7:04:44 AM

  2006 Sienna Limited 75,000 miles Had the 2 struts and mounts replaced at Delray Toyota, under the TSB BO001-07 yesterday at 10 am. No Charge. :)

Toyota Sienna Uncontrolled Acceleration

• Feeling validated

  Written by: kellermallen on Feb 2, 2010 2:01:42 PM

  I had the same experience as the original poster of this thread in my 2006 Sienna. On June 9, 2009, I was making a sharp and slow right-hand turn into my parking spot at work, when the car accelerated at full throttle and smashed into the wall. The front bumper was heavily damaged and I had a decent case of whiplash; fortunately, no one else was hurt. At the time, I ... Read More

• Sienna might not be the only Toyo that wasn't on the list, but should be.

  Written by: tsu670 on Jan 27, 2010 5:51:29 PM

  After dinner I decided to go back into the NHTSA website to look for complaints of other Toyotas that were not on their recall list released yesterday. When you click "Select a Model" under Toyota, the first one that pops up is the 4Runner, so I picked that one. Sure enough, there are instances of unintended acceleration reported. I looked at 2006 through 2008 model years. I hate to say it, ... Read More

• Re: Link to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation [ateixeira]

  Written by: tsu670 on Jan 27, 2010 1:20:40 PM

  Taking it a step further, here is how you can view some of the complaints that are already out there: http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ then select "Recalls, Defects and Complaints" from the menu on the left then select "Search Complaints" near the top of the menu on the left On the right side of the next screen, click "Search Selected Type" under where the word "Vehicle" is checked Try selecting "2005" in the "Select ... Read More

• off the other Toyota Thread !

  Written by: flxmom on Feb 2, 2010 8:30:06 AM

  #382 of 387 We need advice by greennovice Feb 02, 2010 (7:53 am) Save | Reply We ordered a 2010 Prius and the day before we were to pick it up the recall announcement was made. We were so relieved that the Prius was not on the list. But the morning we were to pick it up we saw a report of a Prius owner experiencing the unintended acceleration problem in ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Navigation System

• Re: toyota sienna nav 2006 just clonked out [klaudiadang]

  Written by: kif2 on Jan 8, 2010 11:36:03 AM

  Same thing just happened to me. The nav system, radio, dvd, rear cam in my 06 toyota sienna xle just stopped working and the dealer tells me that it'll be approx. $3,000 to repair and $5,000 to replace. any ideas, suggestions? Pls. help.

Toyota Sienna Service Questions

• Re: 2008 Sienna Maintenance Schedule [tekkamaki]

  Written by: ateixeira on Jan 5, 2010 8:33:34 AM

  V6s tend to be quiet. The timing chain actually makes the 2GR (3.5l in 2007+ Siennas) engine louder than the prior 3MZ (3.3l V6 MY2004-2006), but Toyota added insulation to the firewall and door sills to make up for the extra noise.

Toyota Sienna Accessories & Modifications

• backup camera, Florida installer recommendations

  Written by: camping15 on Jan 3, 2010 11:51:44 AM

  Can anyone recommend both: 1) a good aftermarket backup camera system for the Toyota Sienna van (2006), and, 2) a Florida dealer in the vicinity of Monroe County to install such a system? My husband and I are hoping to have a back-up camera installed before we start on the trip north, around January 18th, but have no personal knowledge of reputable Toyota dealers in the area. I am asking this ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs. Toyota Sienna

• Re: Few interesting facts [ateixeira]

  Written by: toyojunk on Dec 31, 2009 4:33:27 PM

  As written more than once, my 2006 Sienna LE is inferior to my 2002 Chrysler T&C LX that it replaced. I paid too much for an inferior minivan even though I paid less than Edmund's TMV for a new Sienna LE at the time I got mine. I now know that Edmund's TMV is bloated for Toyotas. I was impressed with the 2006 Sienna LE nice front door panels, the huge ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Accessories & Modifications

• Is there a recommended Backup Camera System for Toyota Sienna Van 2006??

  Written by: camping15 on Dec 13, 2009 8:18:23 AM

  Hi, Has anyone installed a "7" Tft Lcd Color Rear View Backup Camera System with Audio" by Camera View Safety System (Rear View Safety) on a 2006 Toyota Sienna Van?? I am thinking of buying this system, which I found on Amazon, but don't know if it will work on the Sienna. I'm afraid of interfering with the existing electrical system(s), which include a remote starter device and automatic side and ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Navigation System

• Re: toyota sienna nav 2006 just clonked out [klaudiadang]

  Written by: commutair on Dec 7, 2009 8:47:37 PM

  I have the same problem with my navigation system on my 2006 toyota sienna. What did you end up doing. I'm looking at my options right now. Help

Honda Odyssey vs. Toyota Sienna

• Buy a Sienna

  Written by: toyojunk on Nov 28, 2009 9:05:55 PM

  Buy a Sienna if you want a cheap radio with poor reception. Our 2006 Sienna LE will not pick up stations driving across southern Nevada and Mojave Desert of southern California which our less expensive 2002 Chrysler T&C LX received clearly. Tonight, our Sienna radio quit working while I was listening to a football game enroute to attend a wedding reception. Tried the FM radio - dead. Same with CD player. ... Read More

Toyota Sienna Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Help buying a used Sienna

  Written by: redcoat on Nov 19, 2009 5:22:02 PM

  My wife and are are looking to purchase our first Toyota Sienna. We've always been an American brand family so we have no idea about this market, so I'm looking for some help. We've found a 2006 LE at a local dealership with 41,000 miles on it certified (7yr 100k power train warranty) and they are asking $17,500. I looked at NADA and KBB to get an idea on what the ... Read More