Body problems of the 2002 Toyota Sequoia

Component/system failed: the frame of my 2002 Toyota Sequoia has severely rusted, resulting in a gaping hole. It is available for inspection upon request. Safety risk: the rusted frame jeopardizes my safety and renders the vehicle unsafe for use. Confirmation: a mechanic has confirmed the rust issue. Manufacturer inspection: Toyota has not inspected my Sequoia’s frame. Warning signs: there were no warning lamps or messages related to frame rust prior to the failure; it became evident during my recent inspection. The gaping hole in my Sequoia’s frame is not due to normal wear and tear but rather Toyota’s poor manufacturing practices. Shockingly, Toyota issued a “limited service campaign” for similar rust issues in other vehicles, but I was never informed. This lack of transparency is unacceptable. It is clear that Toyota’s decision to implement a limited service campaign, rather than a comprehensive recall, reflects a blatant disregard for the safety and satisfaction of its customers. By prioritizing cost-cutting measures over ethical responsibility, Toyota has failed to uphold its duty to consumers and the people who sustain its business. Toyota’s actions have revealed a disturbing trend of prioritizing profits over people. The company’s failure to adequately address known issues with rusted frames speaks volumes about its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Despite numerous complaints and documented cases of frame rust, Toyota’s response has been inadequate. I urge Toyota to take immediate action. Inspect and replace my Sequoia’s frame promptly. Prioritize consumers over profits. Restore my faith in the brand that I once trusted.

Advance rust on car frame.

The frame and attached components of the 2002 Sequoia are rusting at alarming rates. Seemingly surface quickly turned into structurally penetrating rust (I. E. Holes in the frame rails). Additionally rocker panels and wheel arches show signs of significant penetrating rust. Pieces of rusted metal were found under the car on my driveway recently.

To whom it may concern, I recently purchased a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. I brought the truck to a local shop for a (overall assessment of the vehicle) since I just purchased it. The shop owner ( I have their name address if needed). The chassis is rusty and has holes sue to rust. If someone can get back to me it’s much appreciated.

On parkway 50 to 55 mph driver side ball joint broke. Truck could of flipped or hit another vehicle. Could of caused damage to my body or death. No warning of impending breakage. I do have pics of broken balljoint and it did cause damage to driverside fender. Frame is rusting. Worried about frame unsafe could brake at any time. Toyota refuses to check and replace.

My vehicle frame was cracked and very unsafe to drive. My inspection cannot passed until I fixed the crack developed on the frame. Inside the car the weather strip is cracked all side.

The vehicle was raised to perform an oil change, and the technician noticed the frame had holes in it from rust. He explained that the entire body and suspension was connected to this, and if a component came loose the vehicle could crash. Toyota was notified about the issue, but did not take action.

Well I took that to a shop to get the stereo working which the owner told me after two hours it won't be ready until tomorrow so I left it there with the deposit went back the next day after work just to pick it up until I got home start observing that my anti security alarm wasn't working well while observing I noticed that the doors weren't the same color as the truck then I noticed my sunroof was in it then started noticing that the VIN number was in places I've never seen before and now I went to the dmv logged in check my VIN number and plates it sees that it's been put up for sale.

Vehicle body (underside) which only has 130000 miles is totally rusting out. Car has been well maintained. Toyota replaced the undercarriage in the past due to rust issues but they have returned and corrosion is excessive.

Sunroof glass flew off my vehicle on highway speed 65-70 mph. I have a 2002 Toyota Sequoia sr5. I purchased a glass and which was much larger than the vehicle had reordered another glass and received the same thing. When doing a bit of research found out that Toyota sr5 don't come with a sunroof (bought vehicle 2011) I was unaware since it worked perfectly fine. When I found the product manufacturer and search online found that hollandia 700 by webasto company have a recall for that model. Since my vehicle was modified will I be helped or assisted in any way? thank you.

Tl the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion on the entire frame, cross member, and subframe. There was also the presence of holes and warping of the components. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the frame, subframe, and cross member needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. While performing maintenance on the vehicle, the contact noticed that the frame had holes and was rusted underneath. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 170,607.

Takata recall we have owned our sequioa since 12/13/2001, we bought it brand new. When we 1st bought it the airbag light came on immediately and bill dube of dover nh replaced something and fixed it. I have had many complaints with my vehicle and returned to the dealership many times thru out the years. I have had multiple issues with vsc traction control starting in 2002 lights would come on and go out, air bag light comes on when there is high humidity and when using air conditioning, my alloy wheels have been disgusting since 2004. I have a extensive repair history with bill dube dealership they never addressed issues as once lights on dash turn off there is no history. In 2006 my lights on dash came on I brought it to Toyota of portsmouth nh as I was almost at 100000. Miles. They could not look at vehicle due to warranty. I drove to bill dube and they refused to see me that day or document that lights were on so they could fix it. Once my odometer hit 100000 warranty was null and void. I was extremely upset called multiple times to Toyota corporation and appeared to get same jerk who refused to help and gave me the run around. We have owned our sequioa for 18 1/2 years. I love my car it has approx 445000 miles and would appreciate assistance. My vsc is constantly on now along with the abs light. The air bag only comes on when there is high humidity and I am driving. When we bought the sequioa the salesman actually stated the sequioa had a hard drive to retain light history. I also have been concerned with my frame which was replaced in 2012. I have return to portsmouth Toyota where work was down a few times. My vehicle appears crooked and not aligned they think I am crazy. I practically live in my vehicle I work in hospice so I am very aware of my vehicles look and condition. I would appreciate your assistance with my vehicle, I would like make it to 500000.

In July, '17 I was told the frame of the vehicle has penetrating rust. This was not supposed to happen since Toyota put corrosion resistant compound on it during the service campaign. The vehicle was inspected for rust in early June/ late may and I was told there were no penetrating rust areas. In June and July I put over $2,000 in repairs into this vehicle as I planned to drive it for several more years. I have since learned that applying the crc is a band-aid and will not stop rust once it has started. I believe Toyota did not address this limited service campaign properly. I believe all vehicles in this campaign should have had total frame replacement rather than relying on visual inspection and using a "band-aid" approach.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the vehicle's suspension detached from the vehicle due to severe rust on the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the Toyota of grand rapids dealer who stated that they previously repaired the vehicle by replacing the frame. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was previously included in an unknown recall regarding the same failure and had already been repaired. The manufacturer opened case number: 1707172761. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that prior to pu(purchasing the vehicle in 2013, the contact called the manufacturer to inquire about an unknown recall (about frame corrosion) the contact was told that an unknown recall repair was performed on the vehicle earlier. The contact stated that two years after purchasing the vehicle, it was noticed underneath the vehicle that the frame rotted out. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that an unknown recall expired in July, 2014. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000. Fe.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced severe corrosion on the frame. The vehicle was taken to a dealer under a manufacturer warranty, which the lower front ball joints, wheel tire carrier, and an under coating of anti corrosive adhesive was applied to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,586.

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated when the vehicle was taken in for a state inspection the technician stated that the frame was severely corroded. The contact was advised by the technician that the vehicle was not safe to drive and to get the frame replaced. The vehicle had previously been taken in for a recall repair two years prior however the dealer had coated the frame with anti-corrosive lubricant. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The vehicle approximate failure mileage was 129,000. Kh.

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated unknown fluids were leaking from the rear differential. The vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed the rear differential needed to be replaced. No repairs were made. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000. The VIN was unavailable. Sr.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the frame on the rear of the vehicle had corroded. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the contact stated that two weeks later, the tie rods fractured from the rear of the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 165,000. Djr.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while driving varies speeds, there was an abnormal sound that came from the rear of vehicle. The contact observed corrosion of the vehicle frame. The contact also stated the hood and tail door latches had unable to open. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer nor independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000. Lb.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair and they noticed that the entire frame was completely covered with rust. There was a limited service campaign issued by the manufacturer related to rust corrosion to the frame. The vehicle was not repaired because additional parts were required at the owner's expense in order to perform the remedy repair. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

In 2002, I complained of rust rapidly accumulating on the vehicle. I was told by the dealer that rustproofing came on the vehicle and they would reach out to Toyota directly to get an exclamation. They inform me that Toyota confirmed that statement the rustproofing was provided. In 2013, I received what was called the �limited service campaign� stating that the incorrect rustproofing was applied to the vehicle for cold weather states that use salt in the winter. At that time was severe corrosion in the body that was separating from the frame. I wrote a letter to Toyota ceo and the us office intercepted the letter to communicate with me. I requested the replacement of my vehicle from Toyota. In 2017, I wrote a letter to the ceo's office in japan and the matter was sent back down to the same office in the us. There is severe corrosion all over the body rust breaking through corroding all components. Toyota then requested all records related to repairs associated with vehicle. I was sent a denial to my request for another vehicle with a suggestion to communicate to national center for dispute settlement but was not return the document copy highlighting the determination of damage as a result. I'm very dissatisfied and concerned with the way this was handled because I informed Toyota during the first-year ownership of the problem, told 11 years later that I was correct, and then treated as if I'm trying to get something out of the company after I have been a customer of Toyota for over 25 years. Every component exposed to the air outside of the replaced frame rotting away and has caused significant repair bills in damage. The file(s) that I'm going to upload does not include all repair bills because of the file size limitation by your site. I'm available for discussion and will submit additional records if requested.

Just purchased my 2002 Sequoia with 144,000 miles on the vehicle; noticed there was a bit of rust in the rear door jams next to the portion of the wheel well, not too terribly concerned as it seems to be just under the paint and in very small amounts. I have been reading on various forums of the tundra rust issue and how this exists on the Sequoias as well without any recourse being available, so I took a look under my fresh purchase to find that I indeed had an alarming amount of rust on the undercarriage of the truck on the rear differential, weld seams and major portions of the frame; more than I would expect even for a Toyota. I don't quite know the details of exactly how similar this frame is to tundra's but I would certainly like to think that there would be some sort of provision in place by now to sort this out as it is very similar to what tundra owners are experiencing and judging by the amount of complaints I've been able to dig up thus far (9 for '03 my, 6 for '02 my and 12 for '01 my Sequoia) this really cannot be a coincidence. I bought this thing because my dad has had two 4runners that ran forever (his '97 is still going strong with almost 300,000 on it) but now I worry I'll barely be able to pay it off before it rots out from under me. What gives Toyota?.

I have had to replace the rear latch on my door 5 times. The body shop says that the rear door is so rusted out this time, that it cannot be fixed. This is a known problem to Toyota and they ignore it. I have seen many websites with the same complaint. It is a poor design and the door is rusting from the inside!.

5th/rear door flew open sometime between coming to a normal stop at 40 mph emptying all the contents of the rear. The door would not open for two days or so prior to the incident, (for the second time in about a month).

The front brake rotors needed replacing the mechanic called me indicating the calipers also needed replacing due to rust. Also the entire frame of the vehicle is rusted he indicated other Toyota customers had the same problem frame corrosion. I called Toyota and filed a complaint, I found out Toyota had replaced tundra frames (same frame as the Sequoia) but they would not take responsibility for my problem. The vehicle has only 89,000 miles and is very well maintained. The frame is in very bad shape I feel it is unsafe to drive. I understand other Toyota Sequoia owners have the same problem. I am very disappointed in a very expensive vehicle. Another reason to buy american!.

My traction lights have been on and have remained on for several years now. My husband says my panel looks like a christmas tree. I have contacted the dealership to see if there was a recall but was advised there is not. I haven't had any issues,until this past weekend, other than not realizing I had engaged my emergency brake since the light constantly stays on. I nearly wrecked this weekend. It was dark and raining. I had to apply the brakes to miss another car, the brakes locked up and started sliding out of control. Luckily I was able to get it stopped in time to avoid another accident. My traction control doesn't work either, I guess it went out when all the other control lights went out. I just wonder if the airbags work, hope I don't have to find out the hard way. I keep reading numerous complaints on the 2002 model but haven't seen a recall. Appears there was a recall on the 2003 model for the same issues. My steering column is broken. I had it checked out several years ago. Apparently the main metal component is broken and therefore my gears engagement doesn't light up when I am in drive. If someone else drives my car, they don't know what gear it's in. I ready many complaints about the same but no recall. My rear hatch handle has broken 2 times now within a year of the other which costs me $100 to repair each time. It appears to be cheaply made and plastic and it can't be repaired without a lot of labor to dismantle the rear door plate on the inside to install a new handle. My main concern is the electronic stability control system.

There are two issues that I would like to report to you. First is the abs braking/vsc system. Second is the excessive rust through out the vehicle under carriage/chassis. First, I have a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. At 38,620 miles, the brake, abs, vsc on, ans vsc off lights come on when the engine started and while driving. I took it the dealer, thompson Toyota, 122 w swamp road, doylestown, PA 18901, tel 215 245 9460. They stated that it is the rear brake pads that being worn out and required replacement. The dealer replaced the rear brake pads. After approximately 40 miles on the road (at 38660 miles), the identical situation occurred again: the brake, abs, vsc on, ans vsc off lights come on when the engine started and while driving. I took the car back to the dealer and they said that the vehicle needs abs ecu replacement. Furthermore, the dealer said that there is no guarantee that the same warning lights won't take place in the near future based on the abs ecu repair. The cost of the repair is quoted at $2100. 00. However, the most disturbing safety factor the dealer stated is that when the abs and vsc light are on there is no abs and vsc functions while the vehicle is in operational status. Second. I have owned three Toyota in the past. The Sequoia is the only vehicle exhibits excessive rust through out the chassis despite regular under the carriage washes after exposure to salt due to snowstorms. A search on the internet disclosed that these are common issues with the Sequoia. For safety and financial reasons, NHTSA should encourage Toyota to address/recall the abs/vsc defect(s) and excessive chassis rust in all the Sequoia(s) on the road today. Thank you very much for your attention in advance. Keep up the good work, folks!.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the entire vehicle was covered in rust. She constantly has to replace different parts of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the repair would cost over $3,000. She was also informed that the vehicle was out of warranty. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 95,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the rear plastic door handle failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure and the latch was replaced each time, but the failure always recurred. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 174,941.

Headlight relay goes out causing headlights to shutoff while driving. For the 2nd time in a year. Part was replaced with a new part. Rear door will not latch and rattles. Rear latch assembly was replaced. It does not shut or seal so carbon monoxide enters the cabin. This has happened 3 times. Brake calipers seize up front driver and passenger side, rear driver side.

Consumer states while driving and reach 55-60mph the vehicle shakes violently. Please add any additional information. Ts.