CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Toyota Sequoia has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (6 reports).
2012 Toyota Sequoia recalls
Power Steering Leak Can Cause Sudden Loss of Assist
The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can allow oil to leak from the system.
Most common 2012 Toyota Sequoia problems
Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
I am filing a formal complaint regarding a known paint defect on my 2012 Toyota Sequoia, painted in Blizzard Pearl (paint code 070). The paint is peeling and delaminating from multiple areas of the vehicle, including the roof, hood, and rear panels, down to the primer and in some cases bare metal. This is not a cosmetic or age-related issue â it is the result of a manufacturing defect that Toyota has already acknowledged in multiple models and years through Customer Support Program ZKG. This issue affects vehicles painted in Blizzard Pearl and Super White, due to poor adhesion between the basecoat and primer. It is a systemic defect that poses a long-term corrosion and safety concern, part
Toyota had a recall on fuel pumps in 2020 mine was not part of the recall even though mine went bad and had to be replaced in February 2020. Now with another fuel pump recall issued in January 2025 I am also told mine is not part if the recall however I am having issues related to the fuel pump once again causing my engine to stall. Can someone please look into this as I feel my car should be part of that recall for another failing fuel pump. I do have receipt of repair in 2020 by First Class HALT I can provide if needed. My engine is stalling, not cycling fuel properly and has left me stranded. Then other times fires up normally.
The rear door latch for the lift gate malfunctioned and wouldnât release. The power motor for the lift gate continued to work, trying to lift the rear gate. The result was bending the left gate hinge and hinge mounting area. The gate latch was corroded, but is supposed to be protected from the elements! The lift gate had to be taken apart from the inside with a number of parts having to be damaged/destroyed to open it as there was no other way to release the rear door latch (no manual release). The dealer didnât have the rear door latch in initially in stock when I needed it because theyâve never replaced one for corrosion until now. The damage occurred after I left the dealership, but
Lower ball joint on drivers side sheared off.
VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUSTING ONLY ON THE REAR HATCH SINCE 2019. IT'S RUSTING AROUND THE WIPER ASSEMBLY AND NEAR THE LATCH ASSEMBLY. WE HAD IT REPAIRED ONCE BUT IT'S WORSE NOW. I'VE NOTICED MANY OWNERS ON LINE COMPLAINING OF THIS
2012 Toyota Sequoia questions
Does the 2012 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Toyota Sequoia: Power Steering Leak Can Cause Sudden Loss of Assist; Equipment:Other:Labels; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Toyota Sequoia?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (6), Electrical System (5), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.