2014 Toyota Sienna: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Toyota Sienna: 6 recalls, 163 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #14V414000 · 2014 · 263 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a transmission shift control cable whose protective cable sleeve May have been damaged during assembly. This could cause the control cable to bind or separate during gear shift operation causing incorrect gear selection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock,…
Why it matters: If the transmission shift cable separates while the vehicle is being driven, the transmission gear selection May not match the indicated gear and the vehicle May move in an unintended or unexpected direction, increasing the risk of a crash. Furthermore, when the driver goes to stop and park the…
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmission shift control cable, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in early August 2014.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #14V576000 · 2014 · 15,872 vehicles
What's wrong: Fuel May leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #16V858000 · 2016 · 744,437 vehicles
What's wrong: If the power sliding door is unable to be opened when commanded, such as if the door is frozen shut, the door May subsequently open unexpectedly, possibly while the vehicle is moving.
Why it matters: If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block, rear sliding door wire harnesses, and install two sub wire harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V005000 · 2019 · 1,299,448 vehicles
What's wrong: S. Virgin islands or "zone a." Toyota is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Toyota corolla, corolla matrix, Lexus is250, is350, 2011-2016 4runner, 2011-2015 Scion xb, Lexus is350c, is250c, 2011-2014 Toyota sienna, Lexus is-f, 2011-2017 Lexus gx460, and 2011-2012 Lexus es350 vehicles ever registered in the states of arizona, arkansas, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, maryland,…
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #19V410000 · 2019 · 705 vehicles
What's wrong: The brake lines May have incorrect tube nut fittings installed, which May cause a pressure drop within the braking system.
Why it matters: The reduction in the braking system pressure May cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix: Braun has notified owners, and dealers will install an adaptor to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #19V553000 · 2019 · 303 vehicles
What's wrong: The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly May be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.
Why it matters: The contact May cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (44): the most common themes are door / lock issues (29).
- Other / unknown (27): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Electrical (16): the most common themes are door / lock issues (8), warning light on (3), electrical failure (2).
- Airbags (13): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2), warning light on (2).
The 2014 Toyota Sienna has 163 owner complaints, ranking #17 of 25 Sienna model years for complaints (well below the 342 average). Complaints peaked in 2017 (44 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 48,211 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (183 complaints, 6 recalls), 2015 (233 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Toyota Sienna have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Toyota Sienna. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Toyota Sienna problems?
Owners have filed 163 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (44), other / unknown (27), electrical (16).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Sienna get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Toyota Sienna repair manual?
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