Computer Failure problems of the 2003 Toyota Sequoia

Three problems related to computer failure have been reported for the 2003 Toyota Sequoia. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Toyota Sequoia based on all problems reported for the 2003 Sequoia.

1 Computer Failure problem

Failure Date: 01/21/2009

I have a 2003 Toyota Sequoia sr5 4wd. It has been giving me the same problem since I bought it in 2003 brand new. The vsc off light and engine check lights are on almost all the time. I brought it to the dealer several times and they told me that it was due to the sensors on the brakes or that I needed a new brake pad and rotor. I have been doing the replacement deals for the past three times already and it is still giving me the same problem. I found out that there are many car owners who have reported the same problem and that it is due to a computer malfunction. It becomes a greater problem because the computer disables the vehicle control mechanism resulting in loss of skid control. The brakes fail to engage and there is no traction during a skid. It is a potentially hazardous situation when driving during the winter or when it is raining and the roads are wet and slippery. I was told to unplug the battery and plug it back it to restart the computer but it does not keep the vsc off and engine light from coming on. I am bringing it to the dealer again and hope to get them to really fix the problem. Since this problem has been reported by many car owners, there should be a recall and the highway safety commission should require Toyota to fix this problem for all owners for free.

2 Computer Failure problem

Failure Date: 12/24/2006

Toyota Sequoia 2003 ecu computer failure (vsc/abs light on) after just 40k miles. This is integrated into the powertrain and should be covered under the powertrain warranty which is 60 months/60,000 miles. They want me to pay 2500 dollars.

3 Computer Failure problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2006

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the abs light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who stated that the computer system failed. The vehicle has not been repaired. The current mileage is 65,800 and failure mileage was 40,000.




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