2002 Toyota Sienna Reliability
The 2002 Toyota Sienna has 207 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about body structure and latches, locks & linkages. Compared with nearby Sienna model years (2000–2004), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Sienna's typical year, while the 2004 drew 2,062 complaints.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
207
NHTSA owner complaints
1
Recall campaigns
19
Complaints citing a crash
4
Complaints citing a fire
2002 Toyota Sienna complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 model year, filed between 2001 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Body structure | 43 | 21% |
| Latches, locks & linkages | 31 | 15% |
| Service brakes | 29 | 14% |
| Electrical system | 25 | 12% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 17 | 8% |
| Tires | 17 | 8% |
| Engine & cooling | 17 | 8% |
| Steering | 11 | 5% |
2002 Toyota Sienna recalls
1 recall campaign on NHTSA record for the 2002 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 2002 compares with nearby Sienna years
Verdicts compare these Sienna model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 374 | 1 | Engine & cooling | Caution |
| 2001 | 185 | 2 | Body structure | Solid |
| 2002 (this page) | 207 | 1 | Body structure | Solid |
| 2003 | 116 | 1 | Latches, locks & linkages | Better year |
| 2004 | 2,062 | 10 | Body structure | Avoid |
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 2002 Toyota Sienna
- Body: look under the car for rust or damaged subframe and rocker areas, and check panel gaps for signs of repair.
- Doors and latches: open and lock every door, the liftgate or trunk and the hood from the key fob and by hand.
- Brakes: check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, and look at rotor and pad wear; ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- 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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2002 Toyota Sienna reliability FAQ
Is the 2002 Toyota Sienna reliable?
The 2002 Toyota Sienna has 207 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on file with NHTSA, most often about body structure and latches, locks & linkages. Compared with nearby Sienna model years (2000–2004), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Sienna's typical year, while the 2004 drew 2,062 complaints.
What are the most common 2002 Toyota Sienna problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2002 Toyota Sienna are body structure (43), latches, locks & linkages (31), service brakes (29), electrical system (25). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2002 Toyota Sienna have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 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 2002 Toyota Sienna compare with the 2001 and 2003 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2001 has 185 complaints and 2 recalls (solid); the 2003 has 116 complaints and 1 recall (better year). The 2002 has 207 complaints and 1 recall.
How do I check a specific used 2002 Toyota Sienna?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2002 Sienna, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.