Its Recall Mondays: Toyota Minivans Are In The Hot Seat

AUTOMAKER: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

NO. OF IMPACTED CUSTOMERS: 744,437

SUMMARY:Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Toyota Sienna minivans manufactured January 4, 2010, to August 12, 2016. If the power sliding door is unable to be opened when commanded, such as if the door is frozen shut, the door may subsequently open unexpectedly, possibly while the vehicle is moving.

CONSEQUENCE: If door opens while the vehicle is moving, there would be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.

REMEDY:The remedy for this recall is still under development. Interim notices are expected to be mailed to owners by January 21, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G04.