Toyota Sequoia 2018 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Sequoia 2018 and 20 complaints filed by owners. It has 41% more complaints than the average Toyota Sequoia from 2016–2025 (14 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Toyota Sequoia 2018? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Toyota Sequoia 2018
Steering
NHTSA campaign 21V920000 · 2021-11-23
What happens
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.
Consequence
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 20V012000 · 2020-01-13
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 18V685000 · 2018-10-04
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may erroneously detect a fault during the vehicle start-up self check. If this occurs, the ECU may not deploy the airbags as intended, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence
If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0X. Note: 18V-122 was superseded by this recall. The software remedy also includes the updates to the software for 18V-122.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Stability control
NHTSA campaign 18V122000 · 2018-02-20
What happens
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles. Electrical interference within the power supply circuit may cause the vehicle's electronic stability control system to be deactivated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Consequence
Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system can increase the risk of a crash in certain conditions.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0H. Note: This recall has been superseded by 18V-685. The software remedy for 18V-685 includes the updates to the software for this recall.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
There is also 1 recall on aftermarket replacement parts (headlights, pedals, etc.) that only apply if the car has that part installed.
Complaints from other owners
20 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
Most reported problems on the Toyota Sequoia 2018
- Electrical system: 7 (35% of complaints)
- Stability control: 4 (20% of complaints)
- Throttle and cruise control: 4 (20% of complaints)
- Fuel and propulsion: 2 (10% of complaints)
- Lane departure assist: 2 (10% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Toyota Sequoia 2018
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- The ESC light should not stay on.
- Test cruise control and smooth throttle response.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Toyota Sequoia SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| 2018 Toyota Sequoia SUV 2WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★☆ |
Toyota Sequoia recalls by year
- 2016 : 2 recalls · 11 complaints
- 2017 : 2 recalls · 7 complaints
- 2018 : 4 recalls · 20 complaints
- 2019 : 5 recalls · 7 complaints
- 2020 : 1 recall · 4 complaints
- 2021 : 1 recall · 4 complaints
- 2022 : 1 recall · 1 complaint
- 2023 : 5 recalls · 39 complaints
- 2024 : 5 recalls · 38 complaints
- 2025 : 2 recalls · 11 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Toyota Sequoia 2018 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Toyota Sequoia 2018. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Toyota Sequoia 2018?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (7 of 20 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 26, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).