Toyota Sequoia Vehicle Speed Control Problems
Owners have filed 527 complaints with NHTSA about vehicle speed control problems on the Toyota Sequoia across 17 model years. The 2002 model year has the most (135). The words owners use most often: “vsc trac” (38% of reports).
- 527vehicle speed control complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 21mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $2,800typical repair cost reported by owners
- 38%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Vsc trac: mentioned in 201 of 527 complaints (38%)
- Grinding noise: mentioned in 63 of 527 complaints (12%)
- Skid control: mentioned in 54 of 527 complaints (10%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical vehicle speed control repair on the Toyota Sequoia at $2,800, and half of them between $1,750 and $3,700.
Based on 13 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2007–2017), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do vehicle speed control problems happen?
Based on 467 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 527 complaints, 21 mention a crash, 7 an injury.
Toyota Sequoia vehicle speed control complaints by model year
| Model year | Vehicle Speed Control complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Sequoia | 4 | 20% | 240 |
| 2017 Sequoia | 1 | 14% | 6,200 |
| 2016 Sequoia | 2 | 18% | 13,983 |
| 2015 Sequoia | 2 | 22% | 2,265 |
| 2013 Sequoia | 1 | 8% | 15,000 |
| 2012 Sequoia | 2 | 10% | 90,000 |
| 2011 Sequoia | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2010 Sequoia | 3 | 10% | 80,000 |
| 2009 Sequoia | 1 | 17% | 106,000 |
| 2008 Sequoia | 9 | 13% | 45,000 |
| 2007 Sequoia | 15 | 11% | 55,000 |
| 2006 Sequoia | 21 | 10% | 91,000 |
| 2005 Sequoia | 85 | 24% | 92,075 |
| 2004 Sequoia | 53 | 14% | 92,122 |
| 2003 Sequoia | 91 | 16% | 85,000 |
| 2002 Sequoia | 135 | 20% | 125,400 |
| 2001 Sequoia | 101 | 19% | 125,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010 tundra vehicles. Due to the manner in which the friction lever interacts with the sliding surface of the accelerator pedal inside the pedal sensor assembly, the sliding surface of the lever may become smooth during vehicle operation. In this condition, if condensation occurs on the surface, as may occur from heater operation (without a/c) when the pedal assembly is cold, the friction when the accelerator pedal is operated may increase, which may result in the accelerator pedal becoming harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.
Risk: The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow the pedal to operate smoothly. Gm will notify owners for the pontiac vibe please see 10v-018. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on february 5, 2010 and will be completed on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
While accelerating to pass a vehicle that was signaling and operating well below the speed limit, my vehicle experienced sudden and continued unintended acceleration. I was able to bring the vehicle to a stop while fighting against the engine within an intersection but the engine continued building…
Front end in rolled shacking. Tires wearing extremely fast and uneven image. Unable to drive
After several years of fighting problems with, after braking to a brief stop, the loss of power/abs grinding when accelerating and turning right, now the ABS is completely dysfunctional. Both TRC lights will turn on and usually the parking brake, and when braking at speeds less than 10mph the abs…
While driving my 2001 Sequoia SR5 with only 74,750 miles on freeways at speeds between 55 and 65 mph, the SUV's braking system activates unexpectedly and without cause. The VSC check engine lighting and warning sound illuminate. My SUV veered to the right, the steering wheel vibrated, and it went…
the transmission seems to be slipping cs when taking off rpms goes up then vehicle takes off cs when going uphill around 40 vehicle struggles and does not shifts down..need replace transmission...
Frequently asked questions
Do all Toyota Sequoias have vehicle speed control problems?
No. NHTSA has 527 owner complaints about vehicle speed control for the Toyota Sequoia. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Toyota Sequoia vehicle speed control?
Yes: 1 safety recall list vehicle speed control. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix vehicle speed control problems on the Toyota Sequoia?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,800 (half paid between $1,750 and $3,700), from 13 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about vehicle speed control problems on the Toyota Sequoia?
The most frequent phrase is “vsc trac”, in 201 of 527 complaints, followed by “grinding noise” (63).
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