CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Toyota Sequoia has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 136 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (34 reports).
2007 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.
Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Certain vehicles were equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters that have a copper strand heating element.
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 2007 Toyota Sequoia problems
Problem areas named in the 136 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 34 |
| Structure | 27 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 |
| Unknown Or Other | 15 |
| Suspension | 13 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 12 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
What owners report
Tail gate handle broke (second time). dealer fixed the first time. If I have a flat tire, I can't get to the spare tire.
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.
The frame of the vehicle is rusting away despite being sprayed with rust inhibitor during the frame recall. The vehicle was considered unsafe to drive due to large holes in the frame just 3 years after being sprayed by Toyota.
The rear gate door or Deck lid will not open. with either key, or any other method. Every time this occurs, I have to take to the body shop to open and pay $200 for them to open it. They have to climb to the back, dismantle the rear door panels from the inside and undo some mechanisms to open it finally. The shop stated that they have had this problem with these Sequoias many times.
Rear hatch/latch. I purchased my 2007 Sequoia lightly used in 2013. Luckily I purchased a 3 year extended warranty also. Within a year my rear hatch broke for the 1st time, I was unable to open the rear gate, my warranty covered the parts & Labor, within a year it broke again, this time the door would not latch closed, it freely opened & would or could not be secured. This happened while out of town (Fairbanks, AK. In Feb. -40 degrees) luckily the dealership had the parts & was able to fix it quickly. Still covered by my extended warranty. That dealership told me about the consistent problem & I was told about the cheap parts, but also a poor design as far as weather & grime able to reach th
2007 Toyota Sequoia questions
Does the 2007 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2007 Toyota Sequoia: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in crash; Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Sequoia?
Based on 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (34), Structure (27), Engine (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.