Does the 2013 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Toyota Sequoia, the most recent reported on November 23, 2021 (Steering: hydraulic power assist system, Steering: rack and pinion). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Sequoia?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (3 complaints), followed by unknown or other (3).

How many 2013 Toyota Sequoia complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2013 Toyota Sequoia recalls and problems

2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Toyota Sequoia.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2013 Toyota Sequoia recalls

Steering: hydraulic power assist system · Steering: rack and pinion

NHTSA campaign 21V920000 · reported November 23, 2021 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 22,462 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers 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.

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

NHTSA campaign 17V311000 · reported May 11, 2017 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC · 1,325 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: SET 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine3
Unknown or other3
Structure2
Air bags1
Electrical system1
Power train1
Service brakes1
Tires1
Vehicle speed control1
Visibility/wiper1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 19, 2026 · Unknown or other
I have 2013 Toyota, Sequoia blizzard pearl and my paint started chipping. I have reached out to corporate 3 separate times and they have refused to assist me in this matter. Based off the article listed below, I have a window up to 14 years which is quickly approaching and I have been denied by corporate twice and my…

Nov 5, 2023 · Structure
2013 Toyota Sequoia Limited (108,000 miles) Rear lift gate around latch was not designed correctly to allow moisture out. Our vehicle is in pristine shape other than the rear lift gate latch. By the time you notice it, it’s too late and unfixable. I’ve seen these get so bad from doing internet research some people…

Jan 15, 2022 · Wheels
Due to a latent defect, Toyota's chrome lug nuts swell such that the lug wrench no longer fits the nuts. Owners confronted with flat tires are stranded on roadsides, potentially out of cell phone range, because they are unable to change the tire. I personally was stranded at midnight due to this defect. I alerted my…

Jun 22, 2020 · Structure · 55,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA SEQUOIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DASHBOARD WAS STICKY, AND MELTED WHICH CAUSED A CHEMICAL ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RAY BRANDT TOYOTA LOCATED AT 2460 VETERANS BLVD, KENNER, LA…

Jan 21, 2020 · Air bags
AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AFTER 6 YEARS. REPAIR PART FOR AIRBAG SYSTEM $1627. WHY WOULD THIS PART BREAK? DOESN'T GET USED. JUST SIT'S IN THE CAR. SHOULD BE A FAULTY MANUFACTURED PART. NO ONE IN AREA HAS THE PART. SEEMS LIKE SOMETHING TOYOTA SHOULD BE COVERING.

Sequoia model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2010	9	31	1	2
2011	6	17	1	0
2012	3	20	0	0
2013	2	12	0	0
2014	2	17	1	0
2015	2	9	0	0
2016	2	11	0	0

Across all years, the 2002 Sequoia has the most complaints (666). All Toyota Sequoia years →

Questions

Does the 2013 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Toyota Sequoia, the most recent reported on November 23, 2021 (Steering: hydraulic power assist system, Steering: rack and pinion). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Sequoia?: Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (3 complaints), followed by unknown or other (3).
How many 2013 Toyota Sequoia complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 19, 2026.