2000 Toyota Sienna Reliability
The 2000 Toyota Sienna has 374 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about engine & cooling and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Sienna model years (1998–2002), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Sienna's typical year, while the 2001 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
374
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Recall campaigns
22
Complaints citing a crash
4
Complaints citing a fire
2000 Toyota Sienna complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 model year, filed between 1999 and 2023. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine & cooling | 70 | 19% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 66 | 18% |
| Body structure | 51 | 14% |
| Tires | 43 | 11% |
| Service brakes | 41 | 11% |
| Latches, locks & linkages | 36 | 10% |
| Seat belts | 21 | 6% |
| Speed control / throttle | 20 | 5% |
2000 Toyota Sienna recalls
1 recall campaign on NHTSA record for the 2000 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V160000 | Apr 20, 2010 | Body structure | Toyota is recalling certain model year 1998 through 2010 Sienna passenger vehicles manufactured between August 7, 1997 and January 4, 2010, currently registered in or originally sold in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, kentucky, maine, maryland,… |
How the 2000 compares with nearby Sienna years
Verdicts compare these Sienna model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 302 | 3 | Service brakes | Caution |
| 1999 | 217 | 3 | Engine & cooling | Solid |
| 2000 (this page) | 374 | 1 | Engine & cooling | Caution |
| 2001 | 185 | 2 | Body structure | Solid |
| 2002 | 207 | 1 | Body structure | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2000 Toyota Sienna
- Engine & cooling: look for coolant leaks or low coolant, watch the temperature gauge on a long test drive, and check for overheating history.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Body: look under the car for rust or damaged subframe and rocker areas, and check panel gaps for signs of repair.
- Tires: check tread depth and date codes, and look for uneven wear that points to alignment problems.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 1 campaign above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2000 Toyota Sienna reliability FAQ
Is the 2000 Toyota Sienna reliable?
The 2000 Toyota Sienna has 374 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about engine & cooling and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Sienna model years (1998–2002), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Sienna's typical year, while the 2001 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2000 Toyota Sienna problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2000 Toyota Sienna are engine & cooling (70), powertrain / transmission (66), body structure (51), tires (43). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2000 Toyota Sienna have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2000 Toyota Sienna, including 10V160000 (body structure). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2000 Toyota Sienna compare with the 1999 and 2001 models?
By NHTSA records, the 1999 has 217 complaints and 3 recalls (solid); the 2001 has 185 complaints and 2 recalls (solid). The 2000 has 374 complaints and 1 recall.
How do I check a specific used 2000 Toyota Sienna?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2000 Sienna, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.