2006 Toyota Sienna vs 2008 Toyota Sienna
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Toyota Sienna | 2008 Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,016 | 428 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 241 | 247 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 37 | 37 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,000 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Sienna | Toyota Sienna |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 260 | 117 |
| Air Bags | 307 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 85 | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 50 | 51 |
| Steering | 61 | 33 |
| Tires | 65 | 19 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 67 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 50 | 28 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 197 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 47 | 16 |
| Electrical failures | 45 | 0 |
| Stalling | 29 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
2006 Toyota Sienna
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.