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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-TOYOTA-SEQUOIA NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2007 · Toyota

Toyota Sequoia problems

136 owner complaints and 3 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

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

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Should you avoid this 2007 Sequoia?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
32 reports · fails ~120,857 mi · avg $1,100
moderate
body
21 reports · fails ~99,248 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
13 reports · fails ~110,446 mi · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
10 reports · fails ~97,139 mi · avg $850
severe
cruise control
9 reports · fails ~37,925 mi · avg $600
moderate
steering
9 reports · fails ~108,252 mi · avg $700
severe
suspension
9 reports · fails ~97,405 mi · avg $900
severe
brakes
4 reports · fails ~57,858 mi · avg $450
moderate
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2007 Sequoia?
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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.
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.
2007 Sequoia · engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Toyota sequoia. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light flashing on the instrument panel. Due to the failure, excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle to the side of the road as the…
12/07/2020 · at 118,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11378365.0 · see engine pattern →
2007 Sequoia · airbags
My 2007 Toyota sequoia airbag light came on this morning. Called both corporate and local dealership and both advised me to drive vehicle for inspections assuming all risk. *tr
12/05/2014 · at 133,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10662353.0 · see airbags pattern →
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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 07E023000 March 29, 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 January 14, 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 January 19, 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.

Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened September 2021

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →

How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →

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.

Should you avoid the 2007 Toyota Sequoia?

The 2007 Toyota Sequoia is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.2/10 — around the segment average; 3 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

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. Typical failure occurs around 120,857 miles. 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. Typical failure occurs around 120,857 miles. 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 are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Toyota/Sequoia. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Toyota. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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