2023 Toyota Sequoia recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia and 39 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are structure (7), unknown or other (6), power train (6). EPA-rated fuel economy is 20–22 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2023 has the most owner complaints of any Sequoia model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 3.4 per model year.
Recalls 5
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Back over prevention · software
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023-2025 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview image not to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the multimedia display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB10 and 25TA10.
Structure · body · bumpers
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles equipped with a tow hitch cover attached to the rear bumper. The tow hitch cover may come loose from the bumper and detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A tow hitch cover that detaches can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tow hitch cover and modify the rear bumper, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB10 and 24TA10.
Equipment · other · labels
Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
Power train · automatic transmission
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Lexus LX600, and 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. Unexpected vehicle movement may occur when the vehicle is in neutral and the brakes are not applied.
Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA02 and 24LA02.
Tires · temporary/emergency spare tire
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. The steel chain used to secure the spare tire to the underside of the vehicle may have been insufficiently welded.
Risk: Chains that are not welded sufficiently can break and allow the spare tire to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 14, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB06/23TA06.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Toyota factory manufactured passenger side roof rail broken under normal driving conditions.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid. The contact stated that the key fob failed to unlock and lock the front driver’s side door. Due to the failure, the contact was forced to manually lock the front driver’s side door upon exiting and crawl through the front passenger’s side door to unlock the front driver's side door. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and an…
The roof rail is detaching from front to back due to weak clips or tabs, which can easily break and cause the rails to fall off while driving, posing a safety risk. Toyota attributes this issue to external factors and advises owners to avoid tunnel car washes, as they can also cause the tabs to break, resulting in the roof rails falling off during driving. Additionally, water c…
Safety ratings
2023 Toyota SEQUOIA HYBRID SUV 4WD
2023 Toyota SEQUOIA HYBRID SUV 2WD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2023 Toyota Sequoia.
Sequoia 2WD
Auto (S10) · 6 cyl · 3.4 L · Turbo
Regular
Sequoia 4WD
Auto (S10) · 6 cyl · 3.4 L · Turbo
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota Sequoia have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia, most recently for back over prevention · software (10/01/2025). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Sequoia?
Based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are structure (7), unknown or other (6), power train (6).
Is the 2023 Toyota Sequoia safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia.
Is the 2023 a good year for the Toyota Sequoia?
The 2023 has the most owner complaints of any Sequoia model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 3.4 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Toyota Sequoia get?
EPA ratings for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia range from 20 to 22 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: SEQUOIA HYBRID, Sequoia.