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2006 Toyota Sienna Latches/Locks/Linkages Problems

61
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.

Among these 61 stored complaint records:

  • 0 indicate a crash
  • 2 indicate injury
  • 0 indicate fire

What owners report

  • sliding door · 45 records
  • passenger side · 14 records
  • door open · 12 records
  • close door · 11 records
  • side sliding · 11 records
  • door latch · 8 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi25
60–100k mi20
1–30k mi7
100–150k mi3

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • December 12, 2015 · 108,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota sienna. The contact stated that the motor to the back door latch on the passenger side of the vehicle failed to lock automatically. In order to lock the door, the contact had to manually close the door. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.

    ODI 10809961

  • November 1, 2014 · 45,000 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota sienna. The contact stated that the vehicle's rear door was not locking and the door ajar warning indicator illuminated. Once the door was ajar, it did not lock and took several attempts. The contact was concerned that the doors would open while driving. The dealer repaired the vehicle twice, but the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 45,000. Updated 01/26/2017*ct consumer…

    ODI 10927623

  • January 1, 2014 · 100,000 miles

    Body · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Structure

    Nhtsa action number : ea06020 the replacement strut for the rear lift gate under the recall nhtsa action number : ea06020 are failing again. They were already replace once under the recall. If it's a normal wear item then should be listed under maintenance. *tr

    ODI 10558061

  • February 1, 2013 · 84,000 miles

    Body · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Passenger side sliding door failed to lock. The "door open" light on the dashboard remained lit. This is a potential safety issue since the door could open while driving. I took it to toyota dealership service department which identified faulty rear latch and gave me an estimate of repair cost of $526. This is an expensive repair cost which the consumer should not have to pay since the faulty latch mechanism is not…

    ODI 10520336

  • August 14, 2011 · 68,000 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    My drivers side power sliding passenger door cable jammed without warning while out with my family. I had 2 small children in the back seat. I was unable to close the door, even after turning off the power switch trying to use it "manually". Had to call a friend to take us home, as i could not drive the vehicle with the door open. My husband was able to pull on the door hard enough to snap the stripped cable, and…

    ODI 10419400

  • August 1, 2011 · 92,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    The passenger side power sliding door fails to remain closed even while the locks are engaged. The back latch of the door fails to keep the door closed while driving, sometimes the door slides into the full open position while driving. The first failure occurred after two years and 35,000 miles of ownership and has recurred after 5 years and 92,000 miles. The motor and door latch was initially replaced. Toyota…

    ODI 10422273

  • August 1, 2011

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    2006 toyota sienna automatic sliding door on passenger side will not open and close when using remote, or console buttons. This starting occurring august 1, 2011. *tr

    ODI 10418465

  • July 9, 2011 · 68,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Motor on automatic door is broken and door will not close and latch properly. *tr

    ODI 10421084

  • July 7, 2011 · 68,000 miles

    Equipment · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Automatic door will not latch closed manually or automatically. *tr

    ODI 10421083

  • July 7, 2011 · 70,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    We have a 2006 toyota sienna. We have had the left sliding door latch replaced twice. We have had the right sliding door latch replaced once. The left one has failed once again. Everytime it fails my wife has been driving and the left sliding door has opened when the van is in motion. Toyota knows about the problem and there have been no recalls yet. I have already spent $1700 on maintenance on these doors. *tt

    ODI 10412061

  • July 4, 2011 · 58,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota sienna. The contact stated that the passenger sliding door does not open from the inside or the outside. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor was it repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised her to take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure and current mileages were approximately 58,000.

    ODI 10410539

  • May 19, 2011 · 130,000 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    The 2006 toyota sienna passenger power sliding door does not have a manual override. When the power siding door mechanism fails the passenger(s) is (are) trapped in the vehicle or are forced to exit into traffic or climb to the front to exit the vehicle. Although this incident did not result in an accident or injure, it does create a safety issue, especially if children are in the vehicle. *tr

    ODI 10407261

  • May 10, 2011 · 46,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Sienna 2006 model back door is shutting/closing down. I was caught in between and it shuts down quick and hard. *tr

    ODI 10399964

  • March 25, 2011 · 95,000 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    The passenger side sliding door on my 2006 toyota sienna will not open, either manually or any other way. *tr

    ODI 10392919

  • February 1, 2011 · 58,000 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Door very hard to open and close. Plastic sheeting comes off the cable making it non functional. Bad design if you ask me. $1800 to replace the motor which is outrageous. $1100 for the motor, which again should not cost as much. Highway robbery. I can understand if it couple hundred for the motor. This needs to go on a recall. Too many sienna owners have similar problem. Just google and you will find all the forums.…

    ODI 10384293

  • December 22, 2010 · 50,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Right side electric sliding door on toyota sienna fails. Faulty hinges and drive cables. *tr

    ODI 10373203

  • October 6, 2010 · 32,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages · Structure

    While starting forward after loading grandson in driver side second row of seats drivers side sliding door opened half way(doors are electrically operated). I stopped and attempted to close door automatically. Door would not close but remained half open. Tried manual operation to no avail. Called tow truck. Tow truck operator examined door and said that the cable that operates door was jammed and the only way to…

    ODI 10371892

  • September 27, 2010 · 63,000 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    My 2006 toyota sienna right rear power sliding door would not close. It rolled almost shut, then opened again. The cable that pulls the door shut was loose along the track and i noticed it seemed to be frayed. I had my 3 children in the car and it was raining. I had to forcefully pull the door closed and still could not get it closed because the cable was keeping it from closing. I was forced to get pliers and cut…

    ODI 10358205

  • September 26, 2010 · 78,144 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    1. We were at church and tried to push the power door button to open the door, it opened fine, but when it went to close, it made a grinding catching noise and kept stopping partially closed and re-opening. We then had to manually close it and when doing so heard a loud pop. Upon further investigation at home, the door cables at the top corroded on the outside, frayed, and caused the jam, which ultimately caused the…

    ODI 10357688

  • September 18, 2010 · 74,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages · Structure

    Power sliding door on passenger side does not always latch. It appears that the motor is too weak to make the door latch fully. This does not happen all the time, and it seems to be random. Have noticed that the door seems to move more slowly when it has the latching problem. *tr

    ODI 10357998

  • August 22, 2010

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Our automatic sliding door is not working at 55,000 miles. The toyota company refuses to pay to fix the sliding door. I am surprise with toyota's reputation that the automatic sliding door has stop working. I am very concerned about the automatic door not working. Right now the door is on manual. It is very difficult to open and close for my family. My spouse and my hands hurt when we pull to open and close the…

    ODI 10378249

  • August 21, 2010 · 45,500 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Unknown Or Other

    I have a toyota sienna with 69,451 miles. I have had both rear sliding doors repaired twice each. The doors still do not engage and lock. I have two children and multiple times the doors have opened while driving. Toyota recently has a recall on this issue, but it only dates back to 2011. This is an issue for many earlier models and i am furious it was not included. Toyota says there is nothing else they can do for…

    ODI 10929581

  • July 3, 2010 · 77,256 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    Automatic sliding door would not latch. Cost $900 to repair. *tr

    ODI 10342116

  • July 2, 2010 · 22,478 miles

    Door · Latches/Locks/Linkages

    2006 toyota sienna minivan. Both side sliding doors fail to close properly. Unable to manually close. Door will slide open. Repaired driver side sliding door in 2008. Now in july 2010, passenger side sliding door did not close but had been repaired but now again in december 2010 door continues to not close properly. *tr

    ODI 10372501

  • July 1, 2010 · 77,500 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages

    The cable on my sliding door of my 2006 toyota sienna snapped when i pushed the button to close the automatic door. This resulted in a sharp piece of cable sticking out towards my child who was sitting in his car seat. I've taken the car to toyota and they said it was not covered under warranty even though i have an extended warranty. *tr

    ODI 10347209