12 problems related to power steering fluid have been reported for the 2006 Toyota Sienna. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Toyota Sienna based on all problems reported for the 2006 Sienna.
Took my Sienna 2006 for a check up and was told that the power steering fluid is leaking, requiring the installation of a new rack and pinion unit. Toyota recalled 2006 Toyota Sienna in 2011 for this very problem. I called the manufacturer but they are unwilling to fix my Toyota. They claim that my VIN number was not part of the 2011 recall. Instead, Toyota did offer a $ 1000 towards the purchase of a certified Toyota vehicle. I felt I should report this issue because it is a safety concern and other drivers might be experiencing the same problem. In addition, ever since I bought this car back in 2012, I noticed that the alignment was never quite right even though did the alignment two times. I now think I know why: the rack and pinion already had an issue back then.
At 90k miles, power steering fluid leakage at rack and pinion. Passenger side boot torn.
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that the metal tube on the return line for the pressure line was rubbing on the engine and oil pan. As a result, the oil pan fractured and caused the power steering fluid to leak. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was awaiting a diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.
Steering oil leak on passenger side found during routine oil change, the steering rack inner seals had disintegrated causing fluid leakage that was not evident until the boot had been affected and broken.
The steering rack inner seals had disintegrated causing fluid leakage that was not evident until the boot had been affected and broken. Concerned by part failure with such low mileage. Complaints seen on Toyota forums - Toyota issued technical service bulletins in July 2012 but no information sent to consumers TSB-0097-12 . Consider this to be a manufacturers defect.
2006 Toyota Sienna's steering rack and pinion had suddenly developed a leak in a side seal which caused a total loss in power steering assist when the fluid drained out. Dealer has noted the problem but says the failures they've seen are not to be concerned over? Toyota does seem to have a TSB addressing the early failures by issuing a repair or replacement of the rack and pinions for cars under their 3/36k factory warranty, but nothing addressing any kind of compensation to customers who experience the failure who are outside of warranty.
During the 65k service at I was told that the power steering fluid is leaking this require replacement of steering gear and replacing the tie rod end each side. The cost will be around $1225. 00. The mechanic told me that this is a common problem. I believe the quality of Toyota vehicle is getting decreased compare to some earlier models.
Steering has handled fine since I bought new March 2006 from Toyota capital dealer; 1st reported on 2/16/13 at 43,123 miles Sienna power steering rack & pinion leaking--cost to repair $1,542. 38 (with alignment). Have not repaired yet as fluid level has not changed. Power steering fluid was reported dirty on 3/1/09 at 22,321 miles. Online research shows leaking problem is common & has occurred with other 2006 Sienna's--please recall all the 2006 Sienna's. Attached is current mechanic with picture of problem at end of report.
During a safety inspection the mechanics have said the steering fluid is leaking. They will have to replace the entire rack and pinion steering assembly. The cost averages $1100. This is reported as a common problem for this vehicle and a safety problem for driving.
I have had problems with my 2006 Toyota Sienna with most recently the power passenger sliding door that is broken and does not open or close. The dealer ft. Myers Toyota said the parts were on national back order and may take months to get the parts to fix. They did say they would cover under warranty. Secondly, my steering assembly needed replacement at 80,000 miles because of leaking fluid and I had to pay the labor to fix. Lastly, all 4 of the tire rims on the car have peeling, bubbling and chipping paint that is exposing the metal rim. It may cause further corrosion to the rims and cause a safety problem to the wheels. Germain Toyota in naples, fla where I bought the car would not help with the rims. Ft. Myers Toyota where I get the car serviced told me about the national back order problem and also charged me for the defective steering assembly which I thought should have been covered under their lifetime power train warranty. They said it did not.
1) airbags: blinking airbag light. Toyota service bulletin - $1200 repair. Unsure of safety implications. 2) suspension, steering rack. Leaking power steering fluid. Needs replacement of entire rack. $1200 repair. 3) electrical: power sliding rear door will only function in manual mode. Toyota customer service informs me of a customer support program for problem. Dealer failed to tell me about it. $1400 for repair. Dealer estimated trade in value for van: $6000.
During state vehicle inspection tech found power steering rack leaking (passenger side seal). All fluid was inside boot - no external leak. We have been Toyota customers for 25 plus years and have never had a major failure even with 100,000 plus miles. Guess I expected more from Toyota. Seems to me 60,000 miles is a little soon for a major failure of this type. Dealership does a fine job and I am grateful they found and fixed defect. Just wanted to get this information on database in case there is a high frequency of this type of repair in 2006 Toyota Siennas.