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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-TOYOTA-SEQUOIA
2007 · toyota

toyota Sequoia problems

3 safety recalls. 136 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
32 reports · avg $1,100
moderate
body
21 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
13 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
10 reports · avg $850
severe
cruise control
9 reports · avg $600
moderate
steering
9 reports · avg $700
severe
suspension
9 reports · avg $900
severe
brakes
4 reports · avg $450
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Sequoia · steering
Turned into a laundromat parking lot and my balljoint snapped and my truck was sitting on the ground on the driver side front. Bent my fender and door also.
12/29/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11707612.0
2007 Sequoia · electrical
WITH THE CAR ENGINE ON CLEAN SMOKE STARTED TO COME FROM THE DRIVERS SEAT HEATING SWITCH AREA, THE SMOKE DISSIPATED AFTER ABOUT 30 SECONDS WHEN I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF. THERE HAVE NOT BEEN ANY MALFUNCTIONS SINCE THEN.
12/26/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10816252.0
2007 Sequoia · other
WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA WITH MY FOOT ON THE GAS, ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE ENGINE REVVED UP FROM UNDER 2 RPM TO ALMOST 5 RPM. I PRESSED THE GAS TO SEE IF I COULD FREE UP THE PEDAL AND THE BRAKE. NOTHING WORKED, FINALLY AFTER A COUPLE OF SECONDS THE CAR BEGAN…
12/23/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10372289.0
2007 Sequoia · other
VSC ACTIVATES FREQUENTLY ON LOW SPEED, 90 DEG TURNS, UNDER COMPLETELY DRY DRIVING CONDITIONS, CAUSING A BRIEF (SEVERAL SECONDS) LOSS OF POWER TO WHEELS. SEEMS TO PRIMARILY OCCUR ON RIGHT TURNS. THIS OCCURS EVERY TIME ON CERTAIN TURNS, WHICH LEADS ME TO BELIEVE THAT IT MAY HAVE…
12/13/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10809913.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 07E023000 29/03/2007

CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
severe NHTSA 22E002000 14/01/2022

Tenneco Automotive (DRiV) is recalling certain aftermarket ball joints for 2004-2007 Toyota Sequoia and 2004-2006 Toyota Tundra vehicles, MOOG part number K80521, K80522, NAPA part number NCP2601633, NCP2601634, ACDelco part number 45D2344, and 45D2345

A ball joint failure may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: DRiV will work with distributors to return unsold parts. Dealers will inspect and replace the ball joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 17, 2022. Owners may contact DRiV customer service at 1-877-489-6659 or at RECALL.SUPPORT@DRIV.COM.
moderate NHTSA 07V013000 19/01/2007

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND MINI VANS, DUE TO POSSIBLE IMPROPER FINISHING OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINT, SOME BALL JOINTS MAY EXPERIENCE AN INCIDENTAL DETERIORATION OF THE INTERNAL LUBRICATION

IN EXTREME CASES, IF THE VEHICLE IS CONTINUOUSLY OPERATED IN THIS CONDITION, THE LOWER BALL JOINT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE KNUCKLE AND COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 28, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Toyota Sequoia reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Toyota Sequoia is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Toyota Sequoia?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 32 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota Sequoia has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Toyota Sequoia?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 136 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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