AI Damage2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid: common problems
Owners of the 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid filed 39 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure and powertrain. The maker issued 111 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 39
- involving a crash
- 1
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 111
What fails most often
- 1 Structure 18% of all complaints
- 2 Powertrain 15% of all complaints
- 3 Electrical system 13% of all complaints
- 4 Engine 13% of all complaints
- 5 Service brakes 13% of all complaints
- 6 Visibility 10% of all complaints
- 7 Lane departure 5% of all complaints
- 8 Forward collision avoidance 5% of all complaints
- Structure: 7 complaints (18% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 40.
- Powertrain: 6 complaints (15% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 9.
- Electrical system: 5 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 37.
- Engine: 5 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 9.
- Service brakes: 5 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 8.
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 39 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 7 | 0 | 40 |
| Powertrain | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 | 37 |
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 9 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 | 8 |
| Visibility | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Backover prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The contact stated that while in reverse (R), during inclement weather at his residence, the vehicle's reverse screen went black, and the reverse notification system failed to detect any structures.
Due to the failure, the contact was forced to manually lock the front driverâs side door upon exiting and crawl through the front passengerâs side door to unlock the front driver's side door. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and an appointment was scheduled to repair the vehicle.
The motor in our 2023 Toyota Sequoia with around 32,000 miles failed and left me stranded on the side of a two lane highway in the middle of the night. Toyota only wants to replace the engine block and will not extend the warranty on the motor after it is repaired.
Sent to toyota on 1 June, engine blown. It has been 19 days and Toyota still hasn't made a decision on "good will" coverage. My wife calls every other day and it car has went thru 2 different teams worth neither of them calling the dealer for information.
I would like to create a complaint because my 2023 Toyota Sequoia is not included in the NHTSA recall #25V767 for the V35A 3.4L i Force Max twin turbo V6 hybrid. My Sequoia was manufactured on the same production line as engines that have been recalled for engine debris in the Tundra trucks and Sequoia's.
The factory (OEM) roof rails on my 2023 Toyota Sequoia have become loose at the front and are popping up, no longer sitting flush or appearing securely attached to the roof. This issue occurs during normal driving and is visible without removing any trim or components.
My brakes started squealing shortly after I purchased the vehicle. I reported this to my toyota dealership. They told me about the service bulletins, but said the parts are on back order. I have been waiting for almost 2 years, and the dealership still hasnât fixed it.
The car seat platic keeps breaking and ripping. It has sharp edges. Dealer says its a know issue. Already replaced once and broke again.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 6,011 of 36,659 model years in the NHTSA data (top 16% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Sequoia Hybrid has 25 complaints (4 years in the data). This year has 39, above average.
What to check before buying
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra Hybrid, 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid, 2024 –2025 Land Cruiser…
Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra Hybrid, 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid, 2024 –2025 Land Cruiser and Tacoma Hybrid, and 2025 4Runner Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a whine noise from the transmission when in…
- Some 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2026 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may…
Some 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2026 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse
- TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 26TC02 REPROGRAMMING FOR PARKING ASSIST ECU CERTAIN…
- OBSOLETE NOTICE March 31, 2026
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0022-26.
- Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles…
Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistling noise coming from one or both outer rear-view mirrors while driving 65 – 85…
- SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 26TC02 Certain 2023-2024 Model Year Sequoia HV Certain 2022 – 2023 Model Year…
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 26TC02 Certain 2023-2024 Model Year Sequoia HV Certain 2022 – 2023 Model Year Tundra & Tundra HV Trailer Back Up Guide Feature Inoperative Frequently Asked Questions
- After calibrating a trailer and using the Trailer Backup Guide feature, subsequent use of this feature may…
After calibrating a trailer and using the Trailer Backup Guide feature, subsequent use of this feature may result in a “Trailer not detected” message or a blank multimedia display that prevents the display of features…
- Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a…
Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition…
- Some 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2026 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may…
Some 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2026 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse.
- A new head unit software update is available for 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra, and Tundra Hybrid; 2023 –…
A new head unit software update is available for 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra, and Tundra Hybrid; 2023 – 2025 model year Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Mirai, and Sequoia Hybrid…
- Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles…
Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistling noise coming from one or both outer rear-view mirrors while driving 65 – 85…
- Customers may experience the front seat side shield cracking on the lower portion
The lower clip attachment point may not be seated due to mispositioning during shield installation. If not properly aligned during installation clip will shift up and sit on top of attachment point
NHTSA lists 111 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: structure, powertrain, electrical system. Total complaints: 39. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (15%), vibration (10%), rear-view camera (5%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid?
NHTSA lists 111 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-06.