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2014 Toyota Sequoia problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 25 complaints on file for the 2014 Toyota Sequoia — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

25

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other Sequoia years?

Sequoia NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted1,126 complaints2001: 857 complaints2002: 1,126 complaints2003: 875 complaints2004: 576 complaints2005: 558 complaints2006: 293 complaints2007: 194 complaints2008: 94 complaints2009: 9 complaints2010: 38 complaints2011: 21 complaints2012: 33 complaints2013: 16 complaints2014: 25 complaints2015: 15 complaints2016: 14 complaints2017: 8 complaints2018: 36 complaints2019: 8 complaints2020: 4 complaints2021: 4 complaints2022: 1 complaints
Sequoia NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Toyota Sequoia problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other728%
Body & Structure312%
Fuel System28%
Airbags28%
Electrical System28%
Tires & Wheels28%
Lighting14%
Engine14%
Seats14%
Steering14%
Brakes14%
Suspension14%
Latches & Locks14%

Does the 2014 Toyota Sequoia have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21E103000SteeringDecember 23, 2021 · 151 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

Consequence

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.

21V920000SteeringNovember 23, 2021 · 22,462 units

Defect

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

Consequence

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.

17V311000Tires & WheelsMay 11, 2017 · 1,325 units

Defect

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.

Consequence

Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“FRONT AND REAR PARKING ASSIST SONAR FAILED TO WORK. THE SONAR FAILED TO GO OFF BEFORE HITTING A 4 FOOT TALL PARKING POLE ON PASSENGER FRONT BUMPER. CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT BUMPER. TWO DAYS LATER A DIFFERENT DRIVER BACKED INTO A 5 FOOT TALL TRASH CAN ON BACK DRIVER BUMPER. AGAIN, THE SONAR DID…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 29, 2014 · crash

“1.THE WINDSCREEN CANNOT RESIST TINY PIECES OF STONE-LIKE DEBRIS OF ABOUT .001CM DIAMETERS THAT SOMETIMES FALL FROM BIGGER TRUCK AND TRAILER AHEAD OF YOU. I HAVE A PROBLEM OF THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE (MY WINDSCREEN HAS A TINY DEFORMATION AS A RESULT OF UNSUSPECTED CONTACT WITH SUCH ROAD HAZARDS) OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · November 25, 2015

“Airbag light on and needs spiral cable. safety is at risk because the mechanism to deploy air bag is not functioning confirmed by both dealer and outside mechanic Has been inspected by Toyota dealership there has been multiple airbag recalls for Toyota vehicles during the year my car came out. I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · July 8, 2021

“THE CAR DOESN'T WANT TO START. ALL LIGHTS ARE ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR RUNS TERRIBLY AND STALLS AT TIMES. THE CODE STATES THE FUEL PUMP NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN ON BACKORDER FOR 5 WEEKS. OVER 1300 REQUESTS FOR THE PART IN THIS AREA ALONE. OBVIOUSLY THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH OTHER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · February 13, 2020

“FRONT AND REAR PARKING ASSIST SONAR FAILED TO WORK. THE SONAR FAILED TO GO OFF BEFORE HITTING A 4 FOOT TALL PARKING POLE ON PASSENGER FRONT BUMPER. CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT BUMPER. TWO DAYS LATER A DIFFERENT DRIVER BACKED INTO A 5 FOOT TALL TRASH CAN ON BACK DRIVER BUMPER. AGAIN, THE SONAR DID…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 29, 2014 · crash

2014 Toyota Sequoia — common questions

Is the 2014 Toyota Sequoia reliable?

The record is thin — 25 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2014 Sequoia problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (7 complaints), body & structure (3 complaints), airbags (2 complaints).

Does the 2014 Toyota Sequoia have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Toyota Sequoia. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Toyota Sequoia under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Toyota Sequoia years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sequoia years to avoid are 2002, 2003, 2001, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008. The cleanest record among Sequoia years belongs to 2022.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.