8.3

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
4,000 miles

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problem #1

Nov 012002

Sienna 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 4,000 miles
Leased vehicle new in April 2001. To date, have had 11 brake replacements in a period of 21 months. Brakes squealing immediately after being replaced, sounds like a semi coming to stop. Filed under Florida lemon law, which dealer said "could not duplicate concern-operating to design & intent". brakes grind metal to metal after a short period of time. Vibration & uneven, premature tire wear despite several alignments. Vehicle also makes clunking sound when breaking in reverse & initial acceleration.

- Stuart, FL, USA