Dear Sir, On April 2026, I need to do the semiannual smog check. Right now, I face DTC P0420 error code and I can't pass the smog check inspection. Note that I don't have the engine light on indicating the a/m error code. Only my OBD2 shows the error DTC Code P0420. I did some searhing and noticed that the ECM for Sienna should be updated to erase the a/m DTC code. I would appreciated to help me how the resolve this issue ASAP. It will enable me to renew my registration.You may contact on my cell phone 747 217 7254 or my email at [email protected]. Regards, Massey
The worst 2002 Toyota Sienna problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Body42
- Locks27
- Brakes24
- Electrical24
- Engine19
- Tires15
- Transmission13
- Acceleration10
- Steering10
- Airbags7
- Seat belts7
- Fuel system5
- Suspension4
- Visibility3
- Lights2
- Wheels2
- Driver assistance1
- Seats1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Toyota Sienna
Door locks 24Grinding brakes 14Check engine light 9Engine failure 7Tire blowout 6Sudden acceleration 5
Recalls 1
Structure
- What is wrong
- 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, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, washington district of columbia, virginia, west virginia, and wisconsin. The subject vehicles are equipped with the spare tire stowed under the vehicle. If the vehicle is operated in the cold climate regions of the united states where road salt is frequently used, water splashed backwards with high concentrations of road salt can reach the spare tire carrier and corrode the spare tire carrier assembly cable.
- Risk
- The cable may break due to excessive corrosion and the spare tire may separate from the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners with an interim letter initially instructing them to bring their vehicle to authorized dealers to inspect for corrosion. A second notice will be sent when the permanent remedy is available. For more information, please see toyota's amended recall report of july 19, 2010. The safety recall is expected to begin on october 12, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 10V160000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 2002 Toyota Sienna
Defect investigations
Engine compartment fire
PE01036
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Toyota Sienna 109
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life...
- Obsolete notice
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master...
2002 Toyota Sienna fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 19 |
What 2002 Toyota Sienna owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Checking engine light on and off slide door not working properly
The lower rear mount for the passenger-side rear shock absorber was found when the vehicle was stationary to have become partially fractured over time. It is made of thin hollow metal with internal threads. There is no replacement for this except to purchase a large multi-functional unit costing $1,688.00
Brakes make a noise when the car is about to stop. There is a squeal and thump that can be heard. Have taken this in several times to be fixed. They say the brakes are safe. I am 74 years old and have had many cars over the years and the only times other cars have made this kind of noise it was time to change the brakes. In this case the brake pads seem to have plenty of life left. Funny that when the rear drums are removed and the brake and drums are thoroughly cleaned the noise does not happen for a while. The first complaint was made at 15,523 miles and continues too this day. At 31,842 miles the rear drums were replaced per tsb br003-04. Took the car in again at 125,559 miles and we were told we needed new rear drums. They had been replaced. They have a problem with brakes and need to fix the problem.
Steering gets stiff hard to turn steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota sienna. While the vehicle was parked with the engine turned off and the emergency brake engaged, the vehicle suddenly rolled backwards down a small incline and crashed into a fence post. A small child was present inside the vehicle, but there were no injuries. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to maita toyota (2500 auburn blvd, sacramento, ca). The dealer indicated that the transmission experienced a mechanism failure, but the exact cause was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 136,200.
Incident #1 (6/3/2017) - took foot off accelerator pedal when turning on city street. Car proceeded to accelerate on its own went up to 35 MPH for several blocks incident #2 (6/4/2017) - while parking car in driveway, applied foot on brake pedal. Engine roared and thrusted forward.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota sienna. The contact stated the vehicle leaked water from the air conditioning system and the SRS air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000. ...updated 09/12/16 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired under an extended warranty.
The cable for the passenger power door snapped and door would not fully shut. I was stopped, getting ready to turn left, when it snapped.
The electric sliding door mechanism broke down . It open but it doesn't close. It gets stock.
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Questions about the 2002 Toyota Sienna
Is the 2002 Toyota Sienna reliable?
Owners have filed 181 complaints about the 2002 Toyota Sienna, close to a typical Sienna model year.
What is the 2002 Toyota Sienna year score?
The 2002 Toyota Sienna scores 72 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Toyota Sienna: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Toyota Sienna?
Body and structure, with 42 complaints, typically around 75,000 miles. Next is locks (27).
How many recalls does the 2002 Toyota Sienna have?
1 recall, covering structure.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Toyota Sienna body?
Yes, 1 recall: 10V160000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Toyota Sienna have the most body problems?
The Toyota Sienna model years with the most body complaints are 2004 (962 complaints), 2005 (499 complaints) and 2006 (261 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Toyota Sienna get?
Official estimates for the 2002 Toyota Sienna range from 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 17 city and 23 highway.
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