2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna recalls and problems

The 2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna has 1 safety recall and 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Amerivan dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 1

Injuries / deaths

4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna recalls

Recall 13V-274: Fuel System, Gasoline, Suspension

Reported Jun 27, 2013 · 82 vehicles affected · Eldorado National- Kansas

Problem: Eldorado National-Kansas (ENK) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Amerivan Toyota Sienna vans manufactured February 17, 2011, through June 25, 2013. The fuel filler neck may contact the left rear shock absorber. This could damage the fuel filler neck.

Risk: If the shock makes contact with the fuel filler neck, it could damage the neck allowing it to leak gasoline vapors and result in a fire or explosion causing personal injury.

Fix: ENK will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the shock absorbers and add a spacer, free of charge. The recall began on July 12, 2013. Owners may contact Eldorado National-Kansas at 1-800-955-9086.

2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Wheels	5
Structure	4
Vehicle Speed Control	4
Electrical System	3
Tires	3
Air Bags	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Power Train	2
Service Brakes	2
Steering	2
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Seat Belts	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 3
Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 57,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Jan 21, 2016

When driving with windows down, trunk sensor alerts me that the trunk is open, when in fact it is closed. The interior lights all turn on and creates a distraction when driving. It started off when just making a turn, but has worsened and now goes off anytime I drive with the windows down.

Structure · at 98,000 miles · reported Jan 13, 2016

Van sliding door would not open. Door cable system broke causing door to become inoperable electronically or manually creating a hazard in an emergency to exit the vehicle for passengers. Toyota acknowledged this issue for vans from 2007-2010 with extended warranties to repair but it keeps occurring and other newer models are not covered.

Power Train · at 63,000 miles · reported Jan 1, 2016

In august 2014, transmission went out and stalled while we were traveling at a high rate of speed on the interstate. We could have been run over and smashed to death had we been in a one lane construction zone. We purchased the car new in 2011 and the car had only 63,000 miles. We took our car regularly to the dealer for maintenance and had never been warned of any transmission issues and no transmission issues presented themselves untilthe day it stalled on the interstate. Toyota said we needed a new transmission. We had to pay $1000 out of pocket.

Wheels · reported Sep 29, 2015

I would like to file a formal compliant about the length of time it has taken toyota to produce a final remedy for the recall due to excessive corrosion of the spare tire carrier cable. It has been over a year since we were notified and it still has not yet been fixed. The temporary solution toyota has offered is unacceptable - I have two choices drive around without a spare tire or drive around with the spare tire in my luggage compartment making it impossible to lay down the third row seats and severely limiting space in the luggage area. I understand that corrections need to be made from…

Service Brakes · at 33,000 miles · reported Jul 9, 2015

The car was started. The steering was hard and heavy and difficult to turn. Upon starting to drive, at a low speed, the brakes were applied, but the brakes were hard and did not go down. The car did not brake. The driver put the car into park. The car was turned off, then turned on again. The problem went away. This is the second occasion that this occurred, exactly in the same manner.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna: 13V-274 (fuel system, gasoline, suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Amerivan Toyota Sienna?

Owners report wheels problems most often (5 reports), followed by structure (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 57,000 miles.

Are Amerivan recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Amerivan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.