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2000 Toyota Sienna transmission problems

67 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 70,000. 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints
67
of this car's complaints
18%
typical mileage
70,000
crashes
4
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission
    47
  • Automatic transmission: torque converter
    8
  • Manual transmission
    2
  • Axle assembly: axle shaft
    2
  • Automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch
    2
  • Driveline: driveshaft
    1
  • Automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)
    1
  • Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Toyota Sienna transmission problems in other years

199820002005201020152020

Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 Toyota Sienna transmission

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Transmission failure 17Whining noise 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2000 Toyota Sienna owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 13, 2017 · Transmission · 200,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota sienna. While the ignition was off and the vehicle was parked, the vehicle rolled away independently. Once the vehicle was stopped, the gear shifter was still in the park position. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2014 · Transmission · 155,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota sienna. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled and would only shift into reverse. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. An independent mechanic stated that the transmission was defective. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000. Updated 10/2/14*cn the consumer stated the brakes failed multiple times mostly in winter and the transmission failed without warning. Updated 3/9/2015

Filed Jul 23, 2012 · Transmission · 169,035 miles · WA

The vehicle (2000 toyota sienna) was stopped on a residential street and I shifted the vehicle from drive to park. The shifter sheared off the steering column. Upon taking off the steering column cover, I noticed the shifter had broken off the column in three areas where it is attached to the aluminum housing that surrounds the steering column. I could not remove the key nor drive the car from the stopped location. The sienna was located in the middle of a residential street. I was able to get the vehicle towed to a dealership. The dealership indicated that toyota had made two revisions to this part and it was a known problem, however it had not been recalled. I believe this piece broke due to metal fatigue and potentially could cause a serious accident if this were to happen on an arterial or if someone were to shift from drive to the lower gears while under movement.

Filed Sep 15, 2008 · Transmission · 112,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota sienna. While shifting into park, the gear shifter detached and the steering column was hanging by a wire. The contact used a screwdriver to shift the vehicle into drive and take it to the dealer. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 112,000.

Filed Apr 8, 2008 · Transmission · 98,000 miles · CA

The differential/transmission on my 2000 toyota sienna is failing. It was diagnosed at under 100,000 miles. I am the original owner and have completed all required service.

Filed Mar 20, 2008 · Transmission · PA

The transmission on my 2000 toyota sienna totally failed without warning while on the road which created a dangerous situation of the van having no way of moving. Toyota is aware of this defect in their 2000 vans and issued an extended warranty but my van mileage is over their limit hence they will not cover it.

Filed Jan 28, 2008 · Transmission · 73,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota sienna. The contact stated that her vehicle sporadically loses all electrical power in the interior and exterior. While driving approximately 40 MPH, she heard a loud revving noise that grew progressively worse. One week later, she took her vehicle to the dealer for a routine inspection and they stated that there was a voluntary recall for the transmission, but she missed it by four months. She is in the process of having her vehicle repaired. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure and current mileages were 73,000.

Filed Oct 1, 2007 · Transmission · 47,000 miles · GA

I am second owner of toyota sienna, 2000 .I bought at 32000 miles. Toyota has recall on extended transmission warranty (service bulletin tc03014) . Yesterday I was on the way to airport and sitting at a stop light and try to go when the light turned green, the car had some noise coming from it and it didn't moving , I tried different gears and it still didn't move. I was not able to park. Car was moving back so I put safety brake on and I had to tow the car to dealership where it was bought by first owner, next day they call me and tell me it has problem with transmission. I tell them last year when I serviced my car for 36k service to check my car for transmission but they tell me it has no problem related to that, also I give them extended warranty recall letter. Now this car has only 47k miles but just pass period by two months only . But should still cover up to 100k miles extended warranty as per recall letter , but atlant toyota don't want to fix under that warranty. Do you think such a reputable vehicle to toyota can have problem at 47k mile for transmission. I ask toyota north america service telephone no. But they don't give me any info. Is there anybody that can help to cover such a big expense to replace transmission about $. 3500.00.

Filed Apr 7, 2006 · Transmission · 72,386 miles · FL

My mechanic informs me that the "speed sensor" on my 2000 toyota sienna has gone bad and cannot be replaced. She stated that the sienna's that were manufactured overseas have accessibility to this part, but that those made in the u.s. Have no way to replace this defective part. The result of this defect is that I no longer have a reverse gear and she said that first gear will go at any time, and no amount of money can fix. Now car is worthless car.

Filed Mar 4, 2006 · Transmission · TN

2000 toyota sienna le needs new transmission. Has 73,000 mi.

Questions about the 2000 Toyota Sienna transmission

Does the 2000 Toyota Sienna have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 67 complaints about the transmission of the 2000 Toyota Sienna, 18% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2000 Toyota Sienna transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 70,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Toyota Sienna transmission?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Toyota Sienna have bad transmission?

The Toyota Sienna model years with the most transmission complaints are 2004 (89 complaints), 2000 (67 complaints) and 2005 (48 complaints).

Other 2000 Toyota Sienna problems

Engine 68Body 52Tires 41Brakes 39Locks 36Seat belts 21Acceleration 20Electrical 17Visibility 15Suspension 14Airbags 6Seats 6Steering 6Wheels 6Fuel system 5Lights 4

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