Seats: mid
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Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Sienna Hybrid 7-passenger vehicles. The second-row seat backs may fail to remain secured in the event of a crash.
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2023 Toyota Sienna HybridRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 69 owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. Most complaints involve service brakes (27) and electrical system (6). NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
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No EPA rating found
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Oct 2026
Owner complaints
69
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
—
No EPA estimate
Safety recalls
3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Equipment adaptive
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Vantage Mobility, LLC (VM) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Honda Odyssey, 2021-2025 Chrysler Pacifica, and Toyota Sienna vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Seats: mid
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Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Sienna Hybrid vehicles. The bolts for the seatbacks on the third-row seat assemblies may not be tightened properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints," 207, "Seating Systems," and 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
69 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 2022 – Oct 2026
- Service brakes27
- Electrical system6
- Visibility/wiper6
- Seat belts4
- Air bags4
- Seats3
- Structure3
- Power train2
- Vehicle speed control2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Service brakes
27 reports3 crashes
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. The contact stated that when attempting to apply the brakes while driving at 30 MPH or at lower speeds, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward. The failure occurred approximately 7 times, with the most recent occurrence causing the vehicle to lunge into an intersection, where oncoming traffic managed to avoid a collision. On that same day, the failure occurred 3 to 4 times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that a software update titled "Braking Comfort" was available to improve brake performance; however, the software update was not performed. The failure mileage was approximately 35,400.”
Electrical system
6 reports1 crash
“The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while driving, the fuel gauge indicated there was 121 miles of fuel available. The contact stated that within twenty miles, the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was empty. The contact stated that when the gauge indicated 170 miles available, the fuel usage decreased quickly. In addition, the contact stated that the failure had occurred several times. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased and modified for transporting the contact’s disabled son. The Freedom Motor company provided the modification requests. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the modification company several times, however no assistance was provided. The contact was advised to always keep the fuel tank full. The contact stated that it was very hot and dangerous to be driving a vehicle and running out of fuel while transporting her disabled son. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”
Visibility/wiper
6 reports
“Vehicles equipped with rear entertainment: when tv is folded down, Toyota failed to include a digital mirror to support the ability to see through the rear of the vehicle. When the entertainment system is folded down, the rear view mirror is inaccessible. Many reports are filed online describing the same issue by other owners. Recall should be made to fix the issue and have a digital mirror put in place.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Toyota SIENNA HYBRID VAN AWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 12.7%
Overall
5 / 5
Toyota SIENNA HYBRID VAN FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 14.0%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2023 Sienna Hybrid questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid have?
3 safety recalls as of Nov 11, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid problems?
Owners filed 69 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (27), electrical system (6), visibility/wiper (6). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
How safe is the 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026