
2013 Toyota SIENNA
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2013 Toyota SIENNA has 226 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.1x the segment average of 207. The most common issue is body/structure problems (20% of all complaints), specifically: this car was purchased just 14 days ago and has been in the shop for 4 days out of that. it was raining outside and when i got into the car noticed that water was leaking from the body structure between the windows and windshield near the drivers seat. it was dripping continuously and i took my car . There are 6 recalls issued for this model year.
226
Total Complaints
6
Recalls Issued
4/5
Safety Stars
1.1x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
BODY/STRUCTURE
45 complaints- • THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED JUST 14 DAYS AGO AND HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR 4 DAYS OUT OF THAT. IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE AND WHEN I GOT INTO THE CAR NOTICED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING FROM THE BODY STRUCTURE BETWEEN THE WINDOWS AND WINDSHIELD NEAR THE DRIVERS SEAT. IT WAS DRIPPING CONTINUOUSLY AND I TOOK MY CAR
- • THE SLIDING DOOR WAS OPENING (VIA KEYCHAIN BUTTON), BUT OPENED ONLY HALFWAY BEFORE SLAMMING SHUT VERY QUICKLY. IT WAS LIKE IT THOUGHT IT HIT SOMETHING IN BY THE BACK TIRE, BUT THERE WAS NOTHING THERE. MY DAUGHTER HAD STARTED GETTING INTO THE CAR, SO THE DOOR SLAMMED SHUT ON HER FINGER AND ACTUALLY
- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE SUN ROOF GLASS SUDDENLY SHATTERED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.
“THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED JUST 14 DAYS AGO AND HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR 4 DAYS OUT OF THAT. IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE AND WHEN I GOT INTO THE CAR NOTICED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING FROM THE BODY STRUCTURE BETWEEN THE WINDOWS AND WINDSHIELD NEAR THE DRIVERS SEAT. IT WAS DRIPPING CONTINUOUSLY AND I TOOK MY CAR ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2013 Toyota SIENNA
Based on 123 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 50K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.
BODY/STRUCTURE
OTHER
VISIBILITY
FUEL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL
AIR BAGS
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (6)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.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, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Toyota is also recalling certain 2010-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS350, 2010-2016 4Runner, 2010-2013 Lexus IS250, 2010-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2010-2014 Lexus IS-F, and 2010-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are "Zone A" Toyota: G0P, Lexus: GLG; "Zone B" Toyota: G0R, Lexus GLH; "Zone C" Toyota: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2013 Toyota SIENNA
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
5-Year Gas Price History
EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → todaySource: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2013 Toyota SIENNA
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Toyota SIENNA Service Intervals
0W-20 synthetic oil recommended. ToyotaCare covers first 2 years / 25K miles of scheduled maintenance for new vehicles. Hybrid battery: 10 yr / 150K miles warranty.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Toyota New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
Hybrid battery is 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids. ToyotaCare (2yr/25K miles complimentary maintenance) is included.
These are the terms for a new Toyota. If you're buying a used 2013 SIENNA, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Toyota dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 226 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐BODY/STRUCTURE: THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED JUST 14 DAYS AGO AND HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR 4 DAYS OUT OF THAT. IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE AND WHEN I GOT INTO THE CAR NOTICED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING FROM THE BODY STRUCTURE BETWEEN THE WINDOWS AND WINDSHIELD NEAR THE DRIVERS SEAT. IT WAS DRIPPING CONTINUOUSLY AND I TOOK MY CAR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: FOR THE PAST 6 MONTHS, OUR VEHICLE, A 2013 TOYOTA SIENNA THAT WE PURCHASED NEW, HAS EMITTED A VERY FOUL ODOR FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM. FROM ALL THE INFORMATION I HAVE, THIS APPEARS TO BE FROM MOLD GROWTH. I AM WORRIED THAT ASIDE FROM BEING EXTREMELY UNPLEASANT, IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN. AFT
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐AIR BAGS: WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE SRS AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL TOYOTA DEALERSHIP THE NEXT MORNING TO DIAGNOSE. HOWEVER, NO ERROR CODES WERE ABLE TO BE RETRIEVED FROM THE OBDII. THEY RESET THE COMPUTER TO CLEAR THE LIGHT AND ADVISED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE WITHOUT A
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: OUR FRONT RIGHT DOOR SENSOR PROVIDES FALSE READINGS. THE DOOR SENSOR STATES THAT THE DOOR IS OPEN WHEN IT IS NOT. THE DOOR SENSOR GOES ON AND OFF. EVEN THOUGH THE DOOR IS SEALED SHUT, IT IS EXTREMELY ANNOYING BECAUSE OF THE OF NOISE AND VISUAL ALERT THAT STATES THAT THE DOOR IS SUPPOSEDLY NOT SHUT.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 6 recalls have been completed — free at any Toyota dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Toyota SIENNA — Year Comparison
How does 2013 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 6
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 7
- Injury reports
- 12
- Segment avg
- 207
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