NHTSA Complaint #11698003 — 2017 TOYOTA SIENNA
POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11698003 |
| Vehicle | 2017 TOYOTA SIENNA |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 136,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | TN |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-40 MPH and releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle made an abnormal whining sound that progressively became louder. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and denied assistance in covering the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000
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