Is the Toyota Sequoia Reliable?
2001–2026 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other suvs — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Toyota Sequoia Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 60 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 60 | Good |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 60 | Good |
| 2019 | 6 | 3 | — | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2018 | 5 | 18 | — | — | 37 | Poor |
| 2017 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 60 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Sequoia Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Sequoia scores 19 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Toyota Sequoia Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 27 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Toyota Sequoia reliable?+
The Toyota Sequoia scores 50/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 20 recall campaigns and 27 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Sequoia is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Sequoia achieved the highest reliability score of 60/100 with 2 recalls and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a Sequoia last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Toyota Sequoia owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Sequoia will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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