2017 Toyota Sienna

2017 Toyota Sienna

The 2017 Toyota Sienna is a minivan offered with three engine and transmission options:

• 3.5L V6 engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission (296 hp, 263 lb-ft torque)
• 2.7L 4-cylinder engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission (187 hp, 186 lb-ft torque)
• 2.5L 4-cylinder hybrid engine with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (CVT) (194 hp combined)

The Sienna is praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and impressive fuel economy for its size, but it also has some shortcomings such as its outdated infotainment system and lack of advanced safety features as standard.

Engine

3.5L V6

• Valve Cover Leaking
  • Description/Symptoms: Oil leaking from the valve cover, visible on the engine as a dark, greasy residue
  • Solution: Replace the valve cover gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Engine Ticking Noise
  • Description/Symptoms: A ticking noise coming from the engine, typically when the engine is cold
  • Solution: Replace the timing belt tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found

2.7L 4-cylinder

• No Issues Found

2.5L 4-cylinder Hybrid

• Battery Pack Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The hybrid battery pack fails, causing loss of power or difficulty starting the vehicle
  • Solution: Replace the hybrid battery pack
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $3,000 - $5,000+
  • Recalls: Toyota Safety Recall C1805

Transmission

8-speed Automatic

• Transmission Shuddering
  • Description/Symptoms: The transmission shudders or hesitates during gear changes
  • Solution: Update the transmission software or replace the transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Transmission Slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: The transmission slips out of gear, causing the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate unexpectedly
  • Solution: Replace the transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

6-speed Automatic

• No Issues Found

CVT

• Vibration During Acceleration
  • Description/Symptoms: A vibration occurs during acceleration, typically at low speeds
  • Solution: Replace the CVT control module
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The strut mount fails, causing a clunking or rattling noise while driving
  • Solution: Replace the strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Electrical Failures
  • Description/Symptoms: Various electrical components may fail, such as the power windows, door locks, or lights
  • Solution: Replace the faulty components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rear Bumper Cover Peeling
  • Description/Symptoms: The paint or chrome trim on the rear bumper cover peels or flakes off
  • Solution: Replace the rear bumper cover
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Third-Row Seat Release Cable Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The third-row seat release cable fails, preventing the third-row seat from being folded down
  • Solution: Replace the third-row seat release cable
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Seat Heater Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: The seat heaters do not heat properly or turn off prematurely
  • Solution: Replace the seat heater element
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2017 Toyota Sienna is a reliable minivan with a spacious interior and good fuel economy, but it has some potential issues to be aware of, such as engine and transmission issues. The severity and cost of these issues vary, but some can be quite costly to repair.