CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Toyota Sequoia has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 565 complaints with NHTSA, including 16 crashes, 1 fire, 21 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (158 reports).
2003 Toyota Sequoia recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture during a crash that requires the airbag to deploy.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys, causing the inflator to rupture.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in crash
The front passenger airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2003 Toyota Sequoia problems
Problem areas named in the 565 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 158 |
| Structure | 98 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 91 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 89 |
| Electrical System | 67 |
| Service Brakes | 55 |
| Traction Control System | 51 |
| Suspension | 41 |
| Air Bags | 41 |
| Unknown Or Other | 30 |
What owners report
I was on the highway going 45 to And T-bone somebody who pulled out onto the highway the driver airbag did not deploy the seatbelt is the only thing that caught me and cause severe trauma to my chest neck and back for The car is totaled and it is being held at my insurerâs State Farm lot here in Southern Arizona I assume it can be inspected There was a police report filed at the scene.
My 2003 Sequoia was in the garage for a check on the brakes. I also asked them to check the frame for any rust issues, because I had previously been concerned about it earlier. They reported to me that the car should be off the road because the rust in the frame was so severe. They said they would not put it up on the lift anymore because it could break in half. The stabilizer was barely connected at one end. There were holes completely through the frame at several places. I know from my research that Toyota issued safety recalls for 2003 Sequoia and Tundra vehicles. This an issue that Toyota should repair.
Front end in rolled shacking. Tires wearing extremely fast and uneven image. Unable to drive
Can not get BSC, TRC engine lights off traction control kicks in and locks steering and brakes . Unsafe can not smog after spending thousands replacing parts
Can not acsess the failed charcoal canister due to rear door failing and am unable to open . So I can not drop the spare tire and acsess the canister
2003 Toyota Sequoia questions
Does the 2003 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2003 Toyota Sequoia: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal shards; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in crash; Electronic Stability Control (Esc); Traction Control System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Toyota Sequoia?
Based on 565 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (158), Structure (98), Vehicle Speed Control (91).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Toyota Sequoia has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.