10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 17,733 miles
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ABS pump motor failure. Almost lost control on wet surface. ABS panel light was on since Aug. 20006, Toyota dealer inspection stated code #14,51 (ABS pump motor failure) it is unusual but not cover by warranty.
- Milpitas, CA, USA
2000 Toyota Sienna with approx. 64,000 miles: Antilock brake system (ABS) computer failed. Dealer said replacement cost would be $2000 and blamed failure on "dirty brake fluid" which seems extremely unlikely since vehicle was purchased as a certified used vehicle at 36,000 miles less than 2 years prior to failure. Failed ABS computer is still installed on vehicle since we cannot afford to replace it.
- Pittsburgh, PA, USA
At approximately 40,000 miles anti-lock brake warning light started turning off and on. Eventually ABS light stayed on and the ABS system stopped functioning. The ABS system has not been repaired due to the very high cost of the ABS actuator part. The lack of a functioning ABS system makes the car unsafe in situations where the anti-lock braking feature is needed (such as wet roads).
- San Antonio, TX, USA
I took my 2000 Toyota Sienna into a dealer because the "ABS" light went on approximately 2-3 days ago. Although phoenix has had a wet winter, there has been no significant rain for a number of days. The dealer said the ABS "ECU" was "dripping wet" and the ABS computer was "fried". the cost to replace with materials and labor was $1,800. Do these units typically fail" why would the ECU be so exposed to the elements as to make it "dripping wet"" he did not identify any defect in any protective cover (if there is such a thing).
- Phoenix, AZ, USA
The ABS check light remained on, which the consumer was informed by the owner's manual that brakes may not operate properly. Manufacturer will notified by owner.
- North Merrick, NY, USA
The ABS system failed and caused the ABS light to illuminate.
- Pendergrass, GA, USA
Consumer states that the ABS light came on and stayed on, had vehicle diagnosis. The ABS system had failed. Nlm
- Hilliard, OH, USA
Consumer states while driving the ABS brake light illuminated. Took to dealer and they stated the ABS pump had locked up and needed replacing.
- Orland Park, IL, USA
Air pressure gauge light came on. Dealer examined vehicle, and found nothing wrong. When braking brakes squeak. Dealer replaced ABS actuator. At this time, air pressure gauge light is on again. Please provide additional information.
- Edison, NJ, USA
I bought this 2000 Sienna new. I have had three major problems in two years. The latest failure is on transmission. Toyota replaced it with a rebuilt and it is giving me all sorts of problems that Toyota is refusing to acknowledge and unwilling to replace the substandard transmission with a new part. The transmission is noisey. I have experienced slips in gears, hesitation in shifting, underpower when accelerating beyond 60-65 mph or driving on hills. I have difficulties changing in and out of fast lanes, it is dangeours and Toyota insisted that it meets the standard. The same arrogance that they have displayed when I presented them with the power door porblem. Now they revealed to me that they acknowledged the door problem but why aren't them issuing a recall. There was also problem with the antilock brakes. I nned you assistance to resolve my transmission problem as well as bring the safety issue on Sienna to the public awareness!
- Edison, NJ, USA
ABS pump light illuminated. Took vehicle to dealer, and they stated that ABS pump failed.
- Ocean Side, CA, USA
Location-parking lot, raining, tires lost traction and accelerator stuck on full, brakes would not function. The vehicle propelled forward glancing off the back of a full sized pickup and deflected into a Suburban where it finally stopped. No one was hurt but this situation could have been very serious if anyone had been near because I had very little control(steering only).
- Cypress, TX, USA
Intermittently when the brakes are applied the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer has inspected and repaired the vehicle several times.
- Inglis, FL, USA
- San Jose, CA, USA