What 61 owners told NHTSA about the 2024 Toyota Sienna

I am the original owner of a 2024 Toyota Sienna Hybrid (VIN: [XXX]). The vehicle has required two significant engine repairs within the first 57,000 miles of ownership. Both repairs were performed at authorized Toyota dealerships under warranty. INCIDENT 1 — ENGINE REPLACEMENT (10,000 MILES): At approximately 10,000 miles, the engine developed severe knocking. The dealership determined the engine was defective and performed a complete engine replacement under warranty. INCIDENT 2 — OIL LEAK (57,000 MILES): At approximately 57,000 miles, the engine developed an oil leak between the oil pan and the timing belt cover. The dealership repaired the leak under warranty. The dealership informed me that this repair carries only a one-year warranty on the work performed. The fact that the engine required complete replacement at only 10,000 miles indicates a manufacturing defect. The second engine issue at 57,000 miles suggests a pattern of powertrain reliability problems. I contacted the Toyota Brand Engagement Center (Case #XXX) and spoke with both an advocate and a supervisor. Toyota declined to offer any extended powertrain coverage and would only agree to review future issues on a "case-by-case basis." I am concerned about the safety and long-term reliability of this vehicle's powertrain given the recurring nature of these engine failures. A complete engine failure at 10,000 miles on a brand-new vehicle is not normal wear and tear — it is a defect. I am reporting this so that NHTSA is aware of potential systemic engine issues with the 2024 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI 11742968

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Sienna. While the contact’s wife was driving 5 MPH out of a parking lot and attempting to make a left turn, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled. After approximately 3- 4 seconds while depressing the accelerator pedal several times, the vehicle eventually accelerated as needed. The vehicle was driven to the residence. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,000.

NHTSA ODI 11715215

Van purchased new October 2024. On two separate occasions, one in late 2024 and next today, [XXX], when pulling into street from a stop, there is no throttle response. You push the accelerator at varying pressure and no response for 2-3 seconds. This is a severe safety issue as it could cause an accident with oncoming traffic. No error lights illuminated on dash. Have seen other complaints on NHTSA website and social media as well. Will take to dealer but reporting a major safety issue. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI 11643123