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2016 Toyota Sequoia: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

3Safety recalls
10Owner complaints
NHTSA overall
Quick answer

The 2016 Toyota Sequoia has 3 open NHTSA safety recalls and 10 owner complaints on file. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether the work was done and to verify mileage and title.

Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2016 Toyota Sequoia has 3 open safety recalls and 10 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Below is the public safety record. To see whether a specific Sequoia had its recalls repaired and how its mileage and title check out, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Campaign 17V311000 · 11/05/2017

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.

RiskLugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedySET 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.
2

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Campaign 21V920000 · 23/11/2021

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.

RiskAn oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyDealers 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.
3

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Campaign 21E103000 · 23/12/2021

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.

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

What owners complain about

The systems 2016 Toyota Sequoia owners report most often to federal regulators:

Service Brakes4
Vehicle Speed Control2
Electrical System2
Wheels1
Unknown Or Other1
Seats1

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Rollover★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?

Yes. The 2016 Toyota Sequoia has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check your specific VIN to see whether the work was completed.

What problems do 2016 Toyota Sequoia owners report?

Owners have filed 10 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota Sequoia, most often about the service brakes, vehicle speed control, electrical system.

How do I check a specific Sequoia's history?

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