2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA
9 recalls — 9 complaints — 243 TSBs
21E103000 Dec 23, 2021
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorr... Read more
Consequence
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
21V920000 Nov 23, 2021
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
16V396000 Jun 2, 2016
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Defect Description
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Priu... Read more
Consequence
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
15V689000 Oct 22, 2015
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vib... Read more
Consequence
If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-... Read more
14V743000 Nov 19, 2014
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Defect Description
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affec... Read more
Consequence
Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
Remedy
SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
12V491000 Oct 10, 2012
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect Description
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less preci... Read more
Consequence
If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their T... Read more
11V148000 Mar 4, 2011
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Defect Description
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 FJ CRUISER, LAND CRUISER, TACOMA, SEQUOIA AND TUNDRA VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)." WHEN FACTORY-INSTALLED WHEELS AND TIRES WERE... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND COULD LEAD TO TIRE FAILURE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
FOR THE LAND CRUISER, SEQUOIA, TACOMA AND TUNDRA VEHICLES, THE DEALER WILL RE-CALIBRATE THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM ON AFFECTED VEHICLES AND INSTALL AN UPDATED TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL AT NO CHARGE. FOR THE FJ CRUISER VEHICLES, THE TPMS CANNOT BE RESET SO THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UN... Read more
10V035000 Feb 3, 2010
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPA... Read more
Consequence
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
10V017000 Jan 21, 2010
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect Description
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 CAMRY, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 COROLLA, COROLLA MATRIX, RAV4, MODEL YEAR 2010 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 SEQUOIA, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 TUNDRA VEHICLES. DUE TO THE MANNER IN WHICH THE FRICTION LEVER INTERACTS WITH T... Read more
Consequence
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY BECOME HARD TO DEPRESS, SLOW TO RETURN TO IDLE, OR, IN THE WORST CASE, MECHANICALLY STUCK IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT BAR IN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHICH WILL ALLOW THE PEDAL TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS FOR THE PONTIAC VIBE PLEASE SEE 10V-018. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2010 AND WILL BE CO... Read more
Complaint Statistics
9 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 1 |
ENGINE
Apr 7, 2021
Incident date: Jan 16, 2021
MY SEQUOIA IS SPUTERING AND NOT WANTING TO GO WHEN I PRESS PETAL, AT 40 MPH IT DOES REALLY FUNNY AND AGAIN ABOUT 60
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Apr 7, 2021
Incident date: Jan 16, 2021
MY SEQUOIA IS SPUTERING AND NOT WANTING TO GO WHEN I PRESS PETAL, AT 40 MPH IT DOES REALLY FUNNY AND AGAIN ABOUT 60
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 4, 2019
Incident date: May 23, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS RUST ON THE FRAME AND THE FRAME WAS ROTTED OUT FROM THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA. THE CONTACT NOTICED SPOTS WHERE HOLES MAY START TO DEVELOP THROUGHOUT THE FRAME. THE CONTACT CALLED TOYOTA OF KALAMAZOO (5... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 13, 2017
Incident date: Sep 11, 2017
FOR THE 2ND TIME IN 4 YEARS, THE AIR INTAKE PUMP/VALVES HAVE MALFUNCTIONED. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IT WAS COVERED UNDER TOYOTA'S EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT COVERED THIS FOR 10 YEARS/150,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. I JUST TURNED 156,000 MILES, AND TOYOTA DOESN'T WANT TO COVER IT- THEY ALSO SAID... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 10, 2015
Incident date: Sep 6, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK CAUSING AN INCREASE OF SPEED UP TO 80 MPH. THE BRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD TO BE DEPRESSED CONTIN... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 17, 2014
Incident date: Nov 17, 2014
MY CAR HAS RUN WELL UNTIL THIS PAST SPRING. I COULD DRIVE IT WITH NO PROBLEMS, BUT THEN GO TO GET IN IT AND IT WOULD NOT START. I HAVE HAD THE GAS TANK CLEANED, FUEL PUMP REPLACED, FUEL FILTER REPLACED, BACK IN A SECOND TIME AND THE "FUEL LINE WAS KINKED" FROM LAST REPAIR. HAPPENED AGAIN AND THEY ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jan 12, 2010
FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS, MY VSC, ABS, BRAKES AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON TWICE. THE FIRST TIME, THE CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE ON-BOARD COMPUTING UNIT (ABOUT $3000). THE SECOND TIME (LAST WEEK), THE DEALER REPLACE THE SAME UNIT AGAIN BUT I AM PAYING $1400 BECAUSE THE CAR IS ... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jan 12, 2010
FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS, MY VSC, ABS, BRAKES AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON TWICE. THE FIRST TIME, THE CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE ON-BOARD COMPUTING UNIT (ABOUT $3000). THE SECOND TIME (LAST WEEK), THE DEALER REPLACE THE SAME UNIT AGAIN BUT I AM PAYING $1400 BECAUSE THE CAR IS ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Jan 12, 2010
FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS, MY VSC, ABS, BRAKES AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON TWICE. THE FIRST TIME, THE CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE ON-BOARD COMPUTING UNIT (ABOUT $3000). THE SECOND TIME (LAST WEEK), THE DEALER REPLACE THE SAME UNIT AGAIN BUT I AM PAYING $1400 BECAUSE THE CAR IS ... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA
243 manufacturer communications from 129 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 32 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 16 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 14 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 12 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 11 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 10 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 10 |
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-SB-0043-14
Jan 22, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-SB-0057-18
May 30, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
T-SB-0057-18
May 30, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
T-SB-0094-21 Rev
Nov 23, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur
TSB009421Rev1
May 26, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
T-SB-0094-21
Nov 23, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio function
Toyota Safety Re
Mar 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-SB-0040-08 Obs
Mar 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0044-16.
T-SB-0032-20 Rev
Feb 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0628-20
Oct 21, 2020
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-SB-0103-20
Oct 16, 2020
062400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles.
T-SB-0103-20
Oct 16, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles.
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
T-TT-0578-19 Rev
Oct 12, 2020
010000 STEERING
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio functio
T-TT-0468-17 Rev
Jul 30, 2020
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-SB-0391-08 Obs
Jun 23, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0063-20.
T-SB-0063-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST005-01, SU001-08, and T-SB-0391-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure
T-SB-0304-17 Obs
Apr 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
T-SB-0032-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The a
T-SB-0142-13_Obs
Feb 12, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
OBSOLETE NOTICE February 12, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0010-20.
T-SB-0010-20
Feb 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some 2004 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bull
T-SB-0008-20
Jan 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should b
T-SB-0166-19_Rev
Jan 23, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 23, 2020 Rev1: G1439 The Parts Information, Calibration Information, and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No
T-SB-0166-19
Dec 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0058-13. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0058-13 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2009 ? 2018 model year Sequoi
T-SB-0166-19
Dec 6, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0058-13. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0058-13 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2009 ? 2018 model year Sequoi
T-TT-0578-19
Oct 21, 2019
010000 STEERING
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Feb 28, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Feb 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Feb 28, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0468-17-Rev
Feb 25, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Sep 12, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0414-16-Rev
Sep 12, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jul 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE
T-SB-0057-18
Jul 6, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14 is obso
ZH3_Toyota POL17
Jun 20, 2018
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding the outside door handles on certain 2008-2015 model year Sequoia vehicles and on certain 2007-2015 model year Tundra vehicles. In these reports, customers have indi
T-SB-0161-16_Rev
May 18, 2018
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: REVISION NOTICE May 18, 2018 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Tundra and 2017 - 2018 model year Sequoia vehicles. * The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin s
T-SB-0187-12_Rev
Feb 12, 2018
190000 TIRES
TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 12, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. January 23, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. Any previous print
T-SB-0187-12_Rev
Feb 12, 2018
190000 TIRES
TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 12, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. January 23, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. Any previous print
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jan 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89
T-SB-0229-12_Rev
Nov 22, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Toyota vehicle becomes submerg
T-SB-0144-08_Obs
Nov 21, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0134-16_Rev
Oct 30, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 30, 2017 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0012-13. Flash reprogramming allows the
T-SB-0304-17
Oct 27, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
T-SB-0202-17_Rev
Oct 6, 2017
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 6, 2017 Rev1: ? The Parts Information and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Some 2007 ? 2015 model year Tundra and 2008 ? 2015 model year Sequoia vehicles may exhibit an abnormal feeling, dragging, or
ZH3_Toyota POL17
Oct 5, 2017
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding the outside door handles on certain 2008-2015 model year Sequoia vehicles and on certain 2007-2015 model year Tundra vehicles. In these reports, customers have indi
ZH3_Toyota POL17
Oct 5, 2017
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding the outside door handles on certain 2008-2015 model year Sequoia vehicles and on certain 2007-2015 model year Tundra vehicles. In these reports, customers have indi
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Jul 20, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Jul 20, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
ZH3-Region Lette
Apr 26, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Region Letter: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding the outside door handles on certain 2008 ? 2015 model year Sequoia vehicles and on certain 2007 ? 2015 model year Tundra vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated t
ZH3-Dealer Email
Apr 26, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Dealer Email: Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the outside door handles on certain 2008 ? 2015 model year Sequoia Vehicles and certain 2007 ? 2015 model year Tundra vehicles.
ZH3-Dealer Email
Apr 26, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Email: Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the outside door handles on certain 2008 ? 2015 model year Sequoia Vehicles and certain 2007 ? 2015 model year Tundra vehicles.
ZH3-Dealer Lette
Apr 26, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Dealer Letter: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding the outside door handles on certain 2008 ? 2015 model year Sequoia vehicles and on certain 2007 ? 2015 model year Tundra vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated t
ZH3-POL17-07-04.
Apr 26, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Warranty Policy Bulletin POL17-07: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding the outside door handles on certain 2008-2015 model year Sequoia vehicles and on certain 2007-2015 model year Tundra vehicles. In these reports, customers
ZH3-Dealer Daily
Apr 26, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Dealer Daily Message: ZH3 Warranty Enhancement Program ? Certain 2008 - 2015 Model Year Sequoia Vehicles and Certain 2007 - 2015 Model Year Tundra Vehicles Extension of Warranty Coverage for the Outside Door Handles.
ZH3-Region Email
Apr 26, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Region Email: Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the outside door handles on certain 2008 ? 2015 model year Sequoia Vehicles and certain 2007 ? 2015 model year Tundra vehicles.
T-SB-0202-17
Mar 21, 2017
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
TSB: Some 2007 ? 2015 Tundra and 2008 ? 2015 model year Sequoia vehicles may exhibit an abnormal feeling, dragging or sticking when using the outside door handle. Use the following procedure to address this condition.
HR1_Region Lette
Mar 8, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
HR1_Dealer Lette
Mar 8, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
TSB018217
Jan 6, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed
T-SB-0012-13 Rev
Nov 29, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: September 14, 2016: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0134-16.
T-SB-0142-13 Rev
Nov 10, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. ? Parts Information section has been updated. Some 2004 ? 2017 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odor
T-SB-0161-16
Oct 31, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: Some 2008 ? 2016 Sequoia and 2007 ? 2017 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit a loud popping noise when operating the front doors. Noise is due to a fracture/crack in the plastic over mold of the door check arm by the pivot area. Fo
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service
T-TT-0414-16
Aug 30, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: *Difficulty to pair the phone. *Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. *Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
T-TT-0414-16
Aug 30, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: *Difficulty to pair the phone. *Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. *Various Bluetooth? Audio functions a
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
T-SB-0047-16
May 25, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: The breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the
T-SB-0047-16
May 25, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: The breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the
T-SB-0047-16
May 25, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: The breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the
T-SB-0047-16
May 25, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: The breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the
T-SB-0047-16
May 25, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: THE BREATHER PLUG SHOULD BE REPLACED DURING ANY DIFFERENTIAL/TRANSFER CASE REPAIRS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE REPEAT FAILURES. THE SUBSEQUENT USE OF THE ORIGINAL BREATHER PLUG AFTER A REPAIR HAS BEEN FOUND TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE FAILURE OF THE
T-SB-0047-16
May 25, 2016
100000 HYBRID POWERTRAIN: INVERTER
TSB: THE BREATHER PLUG SHOULD BE REPLACED DURING ANY DIFFERENTIAL/TRANSFER CASE REPAIRS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE REPEAT FAILURES. THE SUBSEQUENT USE OF THE ORIGINAL BREATHER PLUG AFTER A REPAIR HAS BEEN FOUND TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE FAILURE OF THE
T-SB-0047-16
May 25, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: The breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the
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NHTSA Safety Investigations — TOYOTA SEQUOIA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE16006
Opened: Jun 14, 2016 — Closed: Dec 20, 2016
Yaw rate sensor malfunction
On June 14, 2016, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE16-006 to investigate 135 complaints alleging incidents of yaw rate sensor malfunctions resulting in unexpected Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) activations and steering pull while driving in model year (MY) 2... Read more
EA09006
Opened: Apr 8, 2009 — Closed: May 12, 2010
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
On April 28, 2010, Toyota Motor North America submitted a Defect Information Report (NHTSA Recall No. 10V-176) to NHTSA describing a problem in the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system in approximately 50,000 Model Year (MY) 2003 Toyota Sequoia vehicles.According to the report the centering positi... Read more
PE08072
Opened: Dec 16, 2008 — Closed: Apr 15, 2009
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL AND/OR TRAC
ODI HAS RECEIVED 64 CONSUMER REPORTS AND TOYOTA HAS RECEIVED 96 REPORTS THAT ALLEGE INCIDENTS OF INAPPROPRIATE ACTIVATION OF EITHER THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM [TOYOTA NOMENCLATURE: VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL (VSC)] AND/OR THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2003 TOYOTA SEQUOIA... Read more
EA06014
Opened: Aug 2, 2006 — Closed: Feb 28, 2007
LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE
IN A LETTER DATED JANUARY 18, 2007, TOYOTA NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A SAFETY DEFECT IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2004 THROUGH 2006 TOYOTA TUNDRA AND MY 2004 THROUGH 2007 TOYOTA SEQUOIA VEHICLES PRODUCED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 AND NOVEMBER 17, 2006 (NHTSA RECALL NO. 07V-013). ACCORDING TO TOYOTA, ?IN THE FRONT SU... Read more
TOYOTA SEQUOIA — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TOYOTA SEQUOIA across all model years (2001–2022).
128
Total Recalls
4,803
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
164
Reported Crashes
13
Reported Fires
6
Reported Deaths
TOYOTA SEQUOIA — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 2020 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 2019 | 6 | 8 | View |
| 2018 | 5 | 36 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 8 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 14 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 13 | View |
| 2014 | 3 | 25 | View |
| 2013 | 3 | 16 | View |
| 2012 | 4 | 33 | View |
| 2011 | 7 | 21 | View |
| 2010 | 10 | 38 | View |
| 2009 (current) | 9 | 9 | |
| 2008 | 9 | 94 | View |
| 2007 | 9 | 194 | View |
| 2006 | 10 | 293 | View |
| 2005 | 11 | 558 | View |
| 2004 | 9 | 576 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 875 | View |
| 2002 | 8 | 1,125 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 857 | View |