2025 Toyota Sienna Safety Report

The 2025 Toyota Sienna, despite being a new model, presents a concerning safety picture primarily due to a significant recall affecting its second-row seats. With 207 total complaints, the overwhelming majority (151 complaints, or 73%) are related to 'SEATS'. These complaints directly link to NHTSA Campaign Number 25V668000, which addresses improperly welded second-row seat rails. This defect poses a high risk, as an unsecured seat can lose structural integrity in a collision, increasing the risk of injury. Several complaints highlight that Toyota has advised owners not to use the second-row seats, rendering the vehicle unsafe for its intended purpose, especially for families with children requiring car seats. The recall's impact is exacerbated by the lack of a timely remedy. Numerous complaints detail owners being unable to use their vehicles for months, with dealerships unable to perform repairs due to unavailable parts. This situation has led to significant inconvenience and safety concerns, with some owners reporting their vehicles have been at dealerships for over three months. While there is only 1 reported crash and 2 injuries, these are directly tied to the seat issue, underscoring the severity of the defect. NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2025 Toyota Sienna are currently N/A across all categories (Overall, Frontal, Side, Rollover). This lack of official crash test data, combined with the critical seat recall, means that the vehicle's overall safety performance cannot be fully assessed. However, the high volume of complaints and the nature of the recall indicate a significant safety concern that directly impacts passenger protection, particularly for those in the second row. The single other recall, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT, also pertains to seat-related safety, specifically unsecured wheelchairs, further highlighting potential issues with passenger restraint systems.

Our recommendation: Given the critical, unresolved second-row seat recall and the lack of official crash test data, potential buyers should exercise extreme caution and verify that the recall remedy has been completed before considering a purchase.