Table 1 shows one common structure related problems of the 2023 Toyota Sequoia.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems |
Upon purchasing my 2023 Toyota Sequoia, I noticed that the rear hitch cover had a tendency to come loose while driving and eventually fall off. I promptly addressed this issue with the dealership, and they replaced it with a new one. However, the problem persisted, and the replacement cover also failed after just a few days. This occurred when the vehicle had been driven for approximately 2,000 miles. The hitch cover continues to fall off.
Rear plastic hitch cover piece flew off at interstate speed endangering other drivers on the road.
A water leak was identified in the front left pillar from the support handle. It was sent in to olympia Toyota who believed that body work was needed. The vehicle was then transferred to titus Toyota in tacoma. The assessment in tacoma was very different than that in olympia, and the vehicle was sent in to repair without first making contact with the owner. The assumption is that water is leaking in through a defect in the roof railing system. Multiple alerts have deployed: air bag warning, pre-collision system warning, lighting warning. The extent of the water leak has not been identified, and has likely compromised these systems including the electrical system. Toyota USA also has a class action law-suit regarding their rav-4's, where there are consistent leaks due to the roof-rails, and this vehicle has a similar (but as yet unproven) design. I have attempted to contact Toyota USA and they have not replied.