NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Toyota Sienna Safety Ratings
The 2023 Toyota Sienna scores 85 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 1 recall, and 60 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Toyota Sienna achieved a perfect 5-star overall rating from NHTSA, complemented by full marks in crash avoidance technology. These strong results contribute to its NHTSA Safety Index score of 85 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. This score, however, represents a two-point decrease from the 2022 model. The Sienna's defect record is modest, preventing it from reaching the highest safety tier.
The 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid Van AWD received a 5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Toyota Sienna ranks 68 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 85 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 12.7% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 60 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 68 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Toyota Sienna?
The 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid Van AWD recorded a 5-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and achieved a clean No Tip result in dynamic rollover testing. Its avoidance technology sub-score is perfect at 10 out of 10, reflecting the standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The vehicle posts a Safety Index of 85 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band, though this marks a two-point decrease from the 2022 model's 87. This regression is primarily due to a softer defect record sub-score of 13.75 out of 20. This lower score is influenced by 60 owner complaints and a single recall concerning wheelchair restraints. A notable cluster among the complaints involves 24 allegations related to the brakes, an area that warrants attention for potential emerging issues. Crash protection, rated at 61 out of 70, indicates solid performance in NHTSA's impact assessments.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Toyota Sienna perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Toyota Sienna achieved a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. This included a top score of 5 stars for side impact protection. Frontal crash protection was rated at 4 stars, matching the 4-star rollover protection score. Notably, the Sienna's 13 percent rollover risk was accompanied by a "No Tip" result in dynamic testing, a significant finding for this class of vehicle.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18602
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Toyota Sienna have any recalls?
The 2023 Toyota Sienna carries one recall campaign. It was issued by Vantage Mobility, LLC and covers wheelchair restraint and securement latch and anchor systems on certain mobility-equipped units, affecting a multi-brand population that includes this Sienna. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the available data for this campaign.
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:25V877000
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters was mailed January 27, 2026. Owners may contact Vantage Mobility customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Reported 2025-12-17
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Toyota Sienna?
Sixty unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Sienna. Alleged problem areas include Service Brakes, cited in 24 reports, followed by Unknown or Other issues at 15, and Electrical System and Visibility and Wiper concerns at 6 each. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
60 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Toyota Sienna?
A significant issue in the 2023 Sienna's recall record affects mobility-equipped units. A recall addressing the wheelchair restraint system on these specific vehicles means prospective owners should verify if the particular Sienna they are considering is so equipped. If it is, confirming the completion of the recall remedy is an essential pre-purchase step.
- The 2023 Sienna's Safety Index of 85 out of 100 represents a two-point decline from the 2022 model year's 87, driven primarily by a defect record sub-score of 13.75 out of 20.
- NHTSA's 2023 testing returned a 5-star overall result, with side protection earning a perfect 5 stars and both frontal and rollover protection scoring 4 stars, plus a No Tip outcome in dynamic rollover testing.
- The sole recall for this model year targets wheelchair restraint latch and anchor systems on mobility-converted units only, issued by Vantage Mobility, LLC and covering a multi-brand population including this Sienna.
- Service Brakes represent the single largest complaint category with 24 of 60 total unverified NHTSA allegations, making brake-system monitoring the most data-supported area of attention for this specific model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Toyota Sienna places
The 2023 Toyota Sienna qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Toyota Sienna safety questions
Was the 2023 Toyota Sienna crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Toyota Sienna, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 85 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Toyota Sienna crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Toyota Sienna earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 12.7%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota Sienna have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Toyota Sienna. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Toyota Sienna?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 60 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Toyota Sienna. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Sienna years
Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18602), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota Sienna 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 68 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.