# Toyota Sienna power steering warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 5 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (3) - **Related recalls:** 1 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 5 owner complaints about the power steering warning light on the Toyota Sienna (2015-2026 models), most for the **2015** model year (3). There is **1 recall** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. ## Toyota Sienna power steering warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the power steering light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 3 | 233 | 1% | | 2017 | 1 | 159 | 1% | | 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 power steering warning light **[19V532000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V532000)** (2017-2020 models, reported 2019-07-16): If the steering shaft extension completely fractures, it can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Braun has notified owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft extensions, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. 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 while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering assist. Additionally, the "Check Vehicle Stability Control System", "Pre-Collision System Malfunction", and "Lane Departure Alert" messages were displayed. The vehicle was initially taken to an independent mechanic where the rack and..." -- owner of a 2020 Toyota Sienna, complaint filed 2023 - "The engine stopped running, all instrumentation turned off, no power steering and no brakes. The car became uncontrollable until it coasted to a stop." -- owner of a 2017 Toyota Sienna, complaint filed 2024 - "The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering failed and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a toyota dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000." -- owner of a 2015 Toyota Sienna, complaint filed 2019 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the power steering warning light means The power steering light means the car has detected a fault in the steering assist system, and steering may feel much heavier, especially at low speed and when parking. On most newer cars with electric power steering, a low battery or charging voltage is a common cause. On older cars with hydraulic steering, low fluid or a slipping belt is more likely. You can still steer without assist, but it takes much more effort. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Low battery or charging voltage** (common) 2. **Electric power steering motor or module fault** (common) 3. **Low power steering fluid (hydraulic systems)** (common) 4. **Steering torque or angle sensor fault** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Power steering warning light](/warning-lights/power-steering). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Toyota Sienna power steering light? Yes. NHTSA lists 1 related recall (19V532000) covering 2017-2020 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 power steering light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2017 and 2020 Sienna model years have the most complaints mentioning the power steering warning light, with 3 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 power steering light on? Drive to a shop this week. If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. If steering becomes heavy, jerky or locks up, or the light is red, pull over and stop driving; have the car towed, because sudden loss of assist at speed or in a tight turn can cause a crash. ### 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 - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/toyota-sienna): 5 complaints - [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 - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/toyota-sienna): 19 complaints ## Power steering warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ram-1500): 1061 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-colorado): 810 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ford-explorer): 498 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-silverado): 389 complaints - [Honda Civic](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-civic): 387 complaints - [Honda CR-V](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-cr-v): 362 complaints - [Chrysler Pacifica](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chrysler-pacifica): 252 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-wrangler): 248 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-grand-cherokee): 231 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-accord): 220 complaints ## Toyota Sienna - [Toyota Sienna specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-sienna) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/toyota-sienna Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.