I am considering getting a 2021 Sienna and came across one particularly good deal with only 20k miles and a rare color that we like a lot. BUT, it has a rebranded title due to being a lemon buyback. The issue noted was a "popping noise" from the front of the car. Looking into it further, I've found a number of these reports and not really sure what to make of it. Anyone ever hear of this? Can it be fixed? Am I setting myself up for bad things buying a "lemon" on purpose?
The gas mileage of these hybrid Siennas is the big draw here, so definitely narrowed to them.....but are they all susceptible to this?
I would not consider buying a lemon buyback vehicle. What I see is a little bit of a gamble going on. Look at something else.
I think my gut says the same. That's a bummer. The buyback sheet also mentioned "brakes" and "struts". No idea if this was ever rectified and Toyota only guarantees their repair for 12 months.........ugh
Were you in the market for a vehicle with 3rd row seating?
I am, but also trying to achieve a big swing in the mpg department, too. Which narrows the options considerably.
If you looking for good fuel economy then look at regular hybrid sedans. If you need a vehicle with 3rd row seating, avoid the new Sienna and look at something else.
I saw it mentioned elsewhere here about the new SIennas are to be avoided, mainly on the newness of the hybrid platform. Are there other known issues like this? Can't do a sedan. Need passenger + cargo room.
To my knowledge about the Sienna's- not that I know of. If need a minivan with 3rd row seating and cargo room, the only option is the Chrysler Pacifica. The Kia Carnival is going to be a nightmare and the Honda Odyssey's 10-speed transmission has issues. I've driven the newer Pacifica's and they have made some improvements. Don't look at the hybrid option- only look at the ones with the naturally aspirated Pentastar V6.
Dealerships don't buy back lemons for nothing. It was deemed unfixable. There must be something VERY wrong with it.
