2017 Toyota Sequoia recalls and problems

The 2017 Toyota Sequoia has 2 safety recalls and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

1 / 0

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2017 Toyota Sequoia vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 Toyota Sequoia recalls

Recall 21V-920: Steering

Reported Nov 23, 2021 · 22,462 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: 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.

Risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 17V-311: Wheels

Reported May 11, 2017 · 1,325 vehicles affected · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

Problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.

Risk: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.

2017 Toyota Sequoia problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Electrical System	1
Engine	1
Structure	1

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Wiring — 1
Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 31,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2017 Toyota Sequoia complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 55,000 miles · reported Mar 22, 2021

Car shook at 50 miles per hour and above, check engine and 4 lo lights flashed. Took to mechanic and was told fuel pump needs replacing. Toyota advised that my VIN was not part of their current recall.

Structure · at 17,450 miles · reported Mar 5, 2020

When traveling on the freeway at 65-70mph there is a whistling or metal to metal sound that happens on the left side of the car. I can't tell if it's in the windshield or the frame area. Also there is a constant squeak on the right corner of the windshield at the dashboard

Unknown or Other · at 30,500 miles · reported Nov 17, 2018

On july 12, 2017, I had backed up my 2017 toyota sequoia to a family member's house and then put the vehicle in park, but left it running. My three children remained inside the vehicle, seated and buckled. I exited the vehicle to walk to the back and put a box in the back and when I turned around, the vehicle had suddenly accelerated and was speeding away. The vehicle struck a small section of trees on the right side, which popped the front passenger door open. The vehicle then continued on until it ran through two fences and into the woods behind the neighbor's house, where it struck other…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Toyota Sequoia: 21V-920 (steering), 17V-311 (wheels). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Toyota Sequoia?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 31,000 miles.

Are Toyota recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.