2001 Toyota Sequoia problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (98) · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (43) · Traction Control System (36)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
423 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (164)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0039-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. if these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0038-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
to prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. the purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
Structure:body 2024-12-06 · T-SB-0035-24 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. if these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfa
Structure:body 2024-12-05 · T-SB-0061-23 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
toyota vehicles are currently protected with rapgardtm protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. this material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. follow the removal procedure in this bulletin to remove the rapgardtm protective film wi
Structure:body 2024-12-03 · T-SB-0062-23 Rev2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. this type of contamination can be identified by the presence of small, red or brown particles on the paint surfa
Structure:body 2024-07-12 · T-SB-0039-24 Rev1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. if these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,
Showing the 6 most recent of 164 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-08-24 · Structure:body“there is a hole in the frame because of the rust. …”
2025-04-08 · Unknown Or Other“took my toyota in for repair at they deemed it not safe to drive…”
2025-01-25 · Structure:body“i own a 2001 toyota sequoia sr5, which i purchased new in colorado and moved to virginia in 2004. i received a toyota limited service campaign program notice in 2013 about excessive corrosion on the frame. alexandria toyota inspected the vehicle and applied a corrosion-resistant compound to the frame. they also replaced the spare tire carrier asse…”
2024-06-14 · Engine · 181,000 mi“the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. the contact stated while driving at various speeds, he became aware of a cranking sound and the vehicle suddenly started jerking and shaking. an unknown warning light was illuminated. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired, and the front wheel speed sensor was replaced; however, the failure persiste…”
2024-03-25 · Structure:frame And Members“the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. the contact stated that the vehicle was at the dealer for a diagnostic test; however, the dealer declined to perform the diagnostic test, stating that the sub frame was unstable, and an unknown recall campaign had expired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the contact stated the dealer informed …”
2024-02-27 · Unknown Or Other“no accident. just frame issues. if you can. can i please get a voucher for frame repair. i really like this suv. thank you! …”
2024-01-09 · Structure:body“rear axle is rusted to the point where differential fluid is leaking out of the body. there is extreme rust in general which has led to the failure of multiple components such as the oil pressure sending unit. check engine light is on. this hasn't been verified by a shop or agency, only by me. these issues were discovered shortly after purchase thi…”
2023-08-08 · Vehicle Speed Control“while driving my 2001 sequoia sr5 with only 74,750 miles on freeways at speeds between 55 and 65 mph, the suv's braking system activates unexpectedly and without cause. the vsc check engine lighting and warning sound illuminate. my suv veered to the right, the steering wheel vibrated, and it went into a skid when the brakes were abruptly engaged, c…”
2023-06-26 · Unknown Or Other“no incident. frame is getting a little rusted. can you please send me a voucher for a recall. …”
2023-01-17 · Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint“complete failure and separation of the lower ball joint. caused the wheel to fall off, damaging the front fender and jamming the front door making the door stuck closed. fortunate we did not crash into anything and kill anyone. a very close call. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.