THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE DIFFERENTIAL ACTUATOR IS BAD AND CAR WILL NOT ENGAGE IN FOUR WHEEL DRIVE. *TR THE CONSUMER STATED THE NEXT DAY THE 4-WHEEL DRIVE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. UPDATED 02/13/09. *JB
2008 toyota Sequoia powertrain problems
severe 7 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
7
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
S10 DIRECT REPLY - LETTER ADDRESSED TO PRESIDENT TRUMP REQUESTING ASSISTANCE WITH DEFECTIVE TOYOTA SEQUOIA. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD RELEASE FROM PARK WITHOUT BEING STARTED OR WITHOUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION. THE CONSUMER'S 7 YEAR OLD GRANDSON PULLED THE GEAR SHIFT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL INTO THE GARAGE. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, WHILE EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE CONSUMER ACC…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TOYOTA SEQUOIA. AFTER THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED TO THE OFF POSITION AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE, THE GEAR SHIFT WAS ABLE TO BE SWITCHED INTO THE DRIVE POSITION. THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S GARAGE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT THE FAILURE AND REMEDY…
Tony Divino Toyota, a Toyota Motor Company dealership, sold me this vehicle sight unseen knowing I would immediately be towing a boat trailer 350 miles at highway speeds through construction zones on I-80 with children and our dog onboard. I was told it had passed a "160 point inspection" and was "in great condition". However, when delivered to me the dealership knew it was not road worthy and i…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2008 toyota Sequoia?
It's a meaningful issue. 7 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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