Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota sienna. While driving approximately 45 MPH, an abnormal squeaking sound emitted from the rear of the vehicle. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where it was diagnosed that spare tire carrier assembly cable was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v160000 (structure); however, the recall part needed was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.
2003 Toyota Sienna: grinding or squealing brakes
9 of the 105 complaints about the 2003 Toyota Sienna describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 5 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
While applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. A loud squeaking noise was heard coming from the front. Vehicle shook uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both front brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced.
When braking vehicle rolled forward. Driver depressed the brake pedal and the brakes squeaked. It felt like vehicle continued to accelerate. *ak the consumer stated that the vehicle crept forward while stopped at an intersection with the brake applied.
Consumer was informed that the loud/squeaking grinding noise in the rear axle was normal and that it's a harmonic distortion on the rear axle. *ph
Brakes squeak when applied at low speed. Dealer fixed it three times, but it is back again. The van was purchased new and is still under 3 year/36,000 miles warranty.
When applying the brakes at any speed they squealed. Vehicle was taken to dealer to get the problem repaired, but after the repairs the squealing diminished but persisted. The manufacturer was informed of the problem.
When braking or accelerating there was a loud grinding noise, took vehicle to dealer, dealer said that rotors and brakes needed replacing.
When applying brakes vehicle will squeal and moan. Dealer has inspected vehicle and could not duplicate or correct the problem.
There was a loud squeaking noise coming from the wheel when the consumer applied the brakes.
Service bulletins that may apply
- TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a...
- TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a...
- A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to...
- Rear brake drum squeal noise
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2003 Toyota Sienna grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 2003 Toyota Sienna?
9 of 105 owner complaints about the 2003 Toyota Sienna (9%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Toyota Sienna?
There are 0 recalls and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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