# Toyota Sienna airbag warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 5 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (1) - **Related recalls:** 2 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 5 owner complaints about the airbag warning light on the Toyota Sienna (2015-2026 models), most for the **2015** model year (1). There are **2 recalls** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: The car is mechanically safe to drive, but the airbags may not deploy in a crash, so get it diagnosed soon rather than ignoring it. ## Toyota Sienna airbag warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the airbag light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 1 | 233 | 0% | | 2016 | 1 | 76 | 1% | | 2018 | 1 | 72 | 1% | | 2019 | 1 | 47 | 2% | | 2020 | 1 | 38 | 3% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Toyota Sienna recalls related to the airbag warning light **[19V318000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V318000)** (2019 models, reported 2019-04-23): The incorrect air bag sensor readings could cause the affected air bags to unintentionally deploy or to not deploy when intended, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury. **Remedy:** Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side front door sub assembly with a new one, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2019. **[14V757000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V757000)** (2015 models, reported 2014-11-26): If the assist grip detaches due to CSA deployment, the grip may strike a vehicle occupant, increasing the risk of injury. **Remedy:** Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the headliner near the second row overhead assist grip, free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2015. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Toyota Sienna owners report - "The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the pre collision, lane assist, and air bag warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and a fuse in the ECU (Electronic Control Unit) was replaced; however, the contact stated that approximately 10..." -- owner of a 2020 Toyota Sienna, complaint filed 2024 - "The air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who stated the failure was due to the remote start feature that was installed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that she noticed the mirrors were fractured. While driving at an undisclosed speed, several..." -- owner of a 2019 Toyota Sienna, complaint filed 2022 - "When the airbags deployed, the coverings on the lights came off and the small lightbulb and silver casing projected out, scratching my son's arm. Nothing in the vehicle should break or become a projectile when the airbags deploy. I am not certain on the last few questions." -- owner of a 2018 Toyota Sienna, complaint filed 2021 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the airbag warning light means The airbag or SRS light means the airbag computer found a fault and may have turned off some or all airbags. The car drives normally, but you may not have airbag protection in a crash. Common causes include a loose connector under a seat, a worn clock spring in the steering wheel, and a seat belt buckle sensor. Have it diagnosed soon and check for open airbag recalls. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Loose or damaged connector under a seat** (common) 2. **Worn clock spring in the steering wheel** (common) 3. **Passenger occupant sensor fault** (less common) 4. **Seat belt buckle or pretensioner fault** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Airbag (SRS) warning light](/warning-lights/airbag). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Toyota Sienna airbag light? Yes. NHTSA lists 2 related recalls (19V318000, 14V757000) covering 2015-2019 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Toyota Sienna years have the most airbag light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2016 and 2018 Sienna model years have the most complaints mentioning the airbag warning light, with 1 for 2015. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Toyota Sienna with the airbag light on? Drive to a shop this week. The car is mechanically safe to drive, but the airbags may not deploy in a crash, so get it diagnosed soon rather than ignoring it. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself, because an accidental deployment can cause serious injury. ### How do I check if my Toyota Sienna has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Toyota dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Toyota Sienna warning lights - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/toyota-sienna): 6 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/toyota-sienna): 24 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/toyota-sienna): 5 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/toyota-sienna): 19 complaints ## Airbag (SRS) warning light on other models - [Subaru Forester](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/subaru-forester): 280 complaints - [Nissan Altima](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/nissan-altima): 250 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ford-explorer): 205 complaints - [Nissan Rogue](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/nissan-rogue): 163 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/honda-accord): 90 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-wrangler): 88 complaints - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ram-1500): 77 complaints - [Volkswagen Tiguan](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/volkswagen-tiguan): 75 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-cherokee): 71 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chevrolet-traverse): 69 complaints ## Toyota Sienna - [Toyota Sienna specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-sienna) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/toyota-sienna Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.