2022 Toyota Sequoia Problems And Complaints

2022 Toyota Sequoia User Complaints and Problems

The 2nd generation Sequoia is an SUV beset with problems and users complaints. Most Toyota Sequoia problems link with the mechanical assembly and electrical systems. Fuel pump failure, oil leakage, and sunroof explosions are the common issues with the 2nd generation Sequoia. Over the years, the unavailability of recalled parts has troubled the customers. A list of the problems and complaints with the Toyota Sequoia.

Mechanical Complaints

• Fuel pump failure - Fuel pump failure is the single most common problem with the Toyota Sequoia. This problem persists with all 2nd generation Sequoia dating back from 2008 MY to 2022 MY. As per user complaints, a fuel pump failure results in loss of drive and speed followed by engine stalling. The solution for the issue requires replacing the fuel pump.
• Oil leakage - Oil leakage is the next big flaw with the Toyota Sequoia. This is again a problem that persists with all the 2nd generation Sequoia model years. Oil leakage in the Toyota Sequoia results in loss of power steering assists which makes it difficult to handle the vehicle.
• Engine stalling - This is a known issue to the Sequoia dating back to 2014 and beyond. Users reported an unexpected loss of the vehicle drive power. An abrupt loss of speed and driving power can cause rear-end crashes. 
• Warping of brake rotors - This has been a known complaint from Sequoia users. As per the user complaints, the SUV experiences heavy vibrations on the application of brakes. The warped brake rotors either need resurfacing or need a replacement to fix the issue.

Electrical Complaints

• Driver aid malfunction - Driver aid malfunctions are common to the Sequoia lineup. Reported user complaints mention driver aid systems malfunctions of the rear-cross passing, lane departure assist, forward collision avoidance, and backup camera. Although there are rare crash cases recorded, the malfunctions risk the safety of the vehicle and the user.
• Door actuator malfunction - Malfunctioning door actuators have troubled Toyota Sequoia users over the years. Failure of a door actuator renders the specific door inoperable. The fix to this problem requires replacing the door actuator.

Structural complaints

• Sunroof explosions - A loud sound resulting from a shattered sunroof is a common problem for Sequoia users. Toyota pins the issue to temperature and pressure differences as the cause. An explosion of the sunroof can distract the operator or injure the occupants in the vehicle. 

Category	Number of complaints
Electrical Systems	30
Powertrain	11
Wheels	4
Brakes	19

2022 Toyota Sequoia Recalls

The Toyota Sequoia is a lineup that is used to recalls. This is backed up by the history of 71 recalls for the 2nd generation Sequoia lineup. Most recall cases across the generation share a common base of problems. The problem of oil leakage has been a prominent cause of recall for all the 2nd generation model years. The issue of fuel pump failure has led to major recalls for 2018, 2019, and 2020 iterations. Lug nut defects have led to recalls of vehicles dating from 2013 to 2017. In most cases, Toyota customers have complained about the dealerships failing to procure the recalled parts which result in delaying the vehicle recall. 

S. No	Date	NHTSA ID	Issues Noticed	Additional Remarks
1	December 23, 2021	21E103000	The power steering gear assembly may leak oil.	A sudden oil leak can cause a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
2	November 4, 2020	20V682000	The fuel pump may fail.	A fuel pump failure causes engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
3	January 13, 2020	20V012000	The fuel pump may fail.	If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
4	March 27, 2019	19V244000	Non-permanent text on load capacity label.	If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
5	October 4, 2018	18V685000	The airbags may not deploy as intended.	If the airbags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of an injury in a crash.
6	February 20, 2018	18V122000	Electronic stability control deactivates./FMVSS 126.	Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system can increase the risk of a crash under certain conditions.
7	May 11, 2017.	17V311000	Defective lugnuts may crack or detach.	Lugnuts that can crash or detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
8	June 2, 2016	16V396000	Seat heater electrical wiring may melt.	A damaged copper strand heating element may short circuit increasing the risk of a fire.
9	October 22, 2015	15V689000	The power window master switch may melt.	Due to debris and moisture, the switch may cause a short circuit which increases the risk of a fire.
10	November 19, 2014	14V743000	Seat heater electrical wiring.	Damage to seat heater electrical wiring can cause wires to short increasing the risk of fire and injury.
11	April 9, 2013	13V123000	Inaccurate load carrying capacity labels.	An inaccurate label can lead the owners to overload their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in tire failure increasing the risk of a crash, injury, or property damage.
12	January 16, 2013	13V014000	Occupant sensing calibration.	If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front airbags may not deploy or deploy inappropriately for the passenger’s presence. This increases the risk of personal injury in an event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment.
13	March 4, 2011	11V148000	Tire pressure monitoring system./ FMVSS 138	A failure to detect tire deflation is a non-compliance with FMV 138 and can lead to tire failure increasing the risk of a crash
14	February 3, 2010	10V036000	Load carrying capacity modification labels.	An operator may overload the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
15	February 3, 2010	10V035000	Load carrying capacity modification labels.	Load carrying capacity labels do not meet the standard requirements.
16	January 21, 2010	10V017000	Sticking accelerator pedal.	The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position. Increasing the risk of a crash.

When compared to the 2022 Nissan Armada, the 2022 Ford Expedition, and the 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, the competing 2022 Toyota Sequoia shows the highest count of recalls with 2 cases. The other entries display a clean record with 0 registered recalls. For the 2021 iterations, the competing lineups all show a history of recalls. The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe tops the chart with 11 recalls.

Component Affected	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Safety	0	0	0	1	1	0	0
Exterior	0	0	0	0	0	1	1
Electric	0	0	0	1	1	0	0
Interior	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Drive System	2	2	1	2	2	2	2
Fuel System	0	0	1	2	1	0	0
Engine	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

Which Toyota Sequoia model year should you avoid?

The Toyota Sequoia is an SUV plagued by problems. Some iterations exhibit a better record than others but problems persist with all the iterations. Accounting for the number of complaints, problems, and recalls it is best to avoid the model years from 2008 to 2011 (25 recalls, 105 complaints).

Should you buy a used Toyota Sequoia?

The Toyota Sequoia is a tough SUV suited for touring but the recurring problems raise reliability questions. Even car rentals do not prefer the Toyota SUV due to its flawed reputation. The problems with Sequoia display the vulnerable nature of the aging platform. CarHp suggests buying a used Toyota Sequoia from recent years but not dating beyond 2013.