1. Toyota Sienna
  2. Problems
  3. 2001
  4. Engine And Engine Cooling

2001 Toyota Sienna Engine And Engine Cooling Problems

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Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi2
100–150k mi2

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • July 13, 2011 · 134,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sienna. The contact stated that when driving approximately 60 to 65 mph, the vehicle would suddenly stall without warning. The vehicle was unable to restart so it was towed to an independent mechanic. After diagnosis, they advised that the engine needed to be replaced due to sludge build-up and oil jelling. The vehicle was repaired for the engine. The manufacturer was contacted and…

    ODI 10421331

  • May 2, 2010 · 118,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    I have a sienna le 2001. 118,000 miles. We have been the only owners since we bought it. We have no perfect record of oil changes but we have done it periodically. About 3-4 months ago, it was running ok, but it blew out white-ish/ blue-ish smoke occasionally (usually when first starting, it didn't seem to make a difference if it was hot or cold). It also had little and occasional power loss when accelerating from a…

    ODI 10351368

  • July 26, 2005

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Latch · Power Window Devices And Controls · Seat Belts · Starter Assembly

    We own a 2001 toyota sienna van, we purchased it in 2001 but it was used with 18,000 miles on it. Since purchasing the vehicle, several things have gone wrong. #1- passenger side power window had a defective motor and would not go back up. Took it to the dealer who said it was not covered under warranty, so we had to pay out of pocket for that repair. #2- driver's side sliding door would not latch shut. The button…

    ODI 10130633

  • June 30, 2004 · 33,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Consumer stated engine sensor light continued to come on. Consumer was concerned that engine will fail while driving. *ak *jb

    ODI 10092130

  • September 22, 2003

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Mechanic found significant sludging oil. Dealer stated needed to flush and change new oil. *ak

    ODI 10040283

  • September 15, 2003 · 55,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    I bought the car in 2001, used at 18,000 miles. I have had all scheduled maintenance done. On aug 8th i had and oil change and by sept. 17 there was no oil , another oil change was done. By sept. 22 there was no oil. I brought the car to stevenson toyota in jacksonville, nc, where they told me i had an oil gelling problem. They are keeping my car for 1-2 weeks, without the use of a loaner car. They state that toyota…

    ODI 10070880

  • March 15, 2003

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Window Devices And Controls · Unknown Or Other

    I am sending this letter to express concern relative to the safety and usability of our 2001 toyota sienna mini van. We have had continued problems with the van that has been addressed with the dealer (kenny kent toyota in evansville, in) as well as toyota. The engine is our brand new van had gelling issues to due manufacture?s defects. The problems are continuing to date. In the manufacture?s response it states…

    ODI 10070059