MODEL
Toyota Sienna
NHTSA safety across every Toyota Sienna model year we cover.
Across the 7 model years of the Toyota Sienna we cover (2019 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2021 at 88 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2019 at 82. 17 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Toyota Sienna is a full-size minivan aimed squarely at families who prioritize practicality, passenger capacity, and everyday versatility. Competing in one of the most family-focused segments on the market, the Sienna targets parents, road-trip households, and multi-generational buyers who need serious people-hauling capability without sacrificing comfort or modern safety technology.
At MotorCaliber, we measure the Toyota Sienna's safety picture across model years 2019 through 2025, and the story is mostly encouraging with a few areas that deserve honest scrutiny. The Sienna's best NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, achieved in 2022, places it firmly in our Strong band - a result that reflects genuine engineering effort in a segment where families are trusting the vehicle with their most important passengers. Crash-test performance in its best year shows a solid 5 out of 5 stars in the side-impact test, which is the result that matters most for occupant survival in the most dangerous collision type. Frontal and rollover ratings land at 4 out of 5 stars each, which are respectable but not perfect scores - shoppers should note that headroom exists for improvement. The recall count of 19 across six model years is a figure worth watching. That pace of recalls is higher than we like to see for a family hauler, and buyers should verify their specific VIN is clear at NHTSA.gov before purchase. The 497 owner complaints, including 15 reported crashes, 19 alleged injuries, and 1 reported death, are unverified allegations, but the volume warrants attention. Bottom line: the Sienna earns its Strong safety band, but the recall history means due diligence on your specific unit is not optional - it is essential.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Sienna as a thoughtfully refined minivan that rides smoothly and offers a well-appointed, comfortable interior for long family trips. Most praise its standard all-wheel-drive availability and the overall sense of polish in its driving dynamics. Some reviewers note that interior materials and technology integration feel competitive within the minivan segment, though a few find the exterior styling polarizing.
- The Sienna earned an 89 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index in 2022, its strongest result across the covered model years, placing it in the Strong band - but confirm whether the specific model year you are shopping matches that peak performance.
- With 19 recalls logged across the 2019 to 2025 model years, this vehicle has a higher-than-average recall frequency for a family minivan. Always run your VIN through NHTSA.gov to confirm all recall repairs have been completed before buying new or used.
- Side-impact crash protection is a genuine strength, earning 5 out of 5 stars in the best tested year - a meaningful result for a vehicle routinely carrying children in rear and middle seating positions.
- Owner-reported complaints total 497 across the covered years, including 15 alleged crashes, 19 alleged injuries, and 1 alleged death. These are unverified allegations, but the complaint volume is worth reviewing on the NHTSA database to understand the nature of reported issues before committing to a purchase.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Toyota Sienna with 7 recalls.