Well, after 13 years my rear hatch handle finally quit on me..! I found this all metal replacement on Amazon for $17 bucks. Got it installed this weekend, solid as a rock!
TruBuilt 1 Automotive Toyota 69090-08010 Exterior ALL Metal Liftgate Handle | Replacement For: Toyota Sienna (98-03) Sequoia (01-06) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OL0F5PU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_OCb2ybKQVY661
TruBuilt 1 Automotive Toyota 69090-08010 Exterior ALL Metal Liftgate Handle | Replacement For: Toyota Sienna (98-03) Sequoia (01-06) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OL0F5PU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_OCb2ybKQVY661