Recall 13V429 covers 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 Toyota Sienna vehicles with a shift lock defect. Free repair at a Toyota dealer once available.
Toyota is recalling 614,722 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 Sienna minivans because a shift lock solenoid problem can let the shift lever move out of Park without the brake pedal pressed. If that happens, the transmission can engage a drive gear or Neutral and raise the risk of a backover or rollaway crash; the Toyota dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The shift lock solenoid is an electrical latch inside the automatic transmission shifter. On the 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, and 2009 Toyota Sienna, its normal job is to keep the shift lever locked in Park until the brake pedal is pressed. That brake-pedal step is the safeguard that keeps the van from being shifted by an accidental touch.
In affected Sienna minivans, the problem is inside the shift lock solenoid. The latch does not hold the lever the way it is designed to hold it. As a result, the shift lever can move out of Park without the driver pressing the brake pedal first, which removes the normal brake interlock protection.
There is no warning sign before failure. The shifter, brake pedal, and dashboard can seem normal until the lever moves out of Park without the brake pedal being pressed.
Who's affected?
Spans 5 Sienna model years, all tied to the automatic transmission.
| 2004 Toyota Sienna | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | automatic transmission |
| 2007 Toyota Sienna | automatic transmission |
| 2008 Toyota Sienna | automatic transmission |
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 614,722 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific minivan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A shift lever that moves out of Park without the brake applied can let the transmission engage a drive gear or Neutral, increasing the risk of a backover or roll away crash. Before moving the shifter, press the brake firmly and keep people clear of the vehicle's path. Repair will be free at any franchised Toyota dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 Toyota Sienna is included in this recall.
- Use Toyota's owner notice, dated February 27, 2014, before scheduling recall service.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer to ask whether the free shift-lock solenoid replacement is open for your van.
- Reference recall number 13V429 when you call so the service desk can find the correct repair.
- Keep the brake pedal pressed before shifting out of Park until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Toyota's recall instructions describe interim owner notices first. Once parts are available, Toyota sends a follow-up notice, and a Toyota technician replaces the shift lock solenoid at no charge. That solenoid is part of the shift-lock system that helps keep the lever in Park until the brake pedal is pressed. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 13V429.
Timeline
| September 26, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 27, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V429?
Recall 13V429 covers 614,722 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 Toyota Sienna minivans with a shift lock solenoid problem. The shift lever can move out of Park without the brake pedal pressed, which can lead to a backover or rollaway crash.
What should I do if my 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 Toyota Sienna is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Sienna is included in recall 13V429. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer and ask about the shift lock solenoid replacement. Reference recall number 13V429 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the Toyota Sienna recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Toyota to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 13V429, Toyota dealers will replace the shift lock solenoid free of charge once the repair is available for your included Sienna.
Is it safe to drive my Toyota Sienna before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. Still, treat the Park position carefully until the repair is complete. Always press the brake pedal before shifting, set the parking brake when parked, and keep children away from the driver controls.
What if I bought my Toyota Sienna used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Sienna is included, then call a franchised Toyota dealer with recall number 13V429.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V429000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V429 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V429000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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