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2022 Toyota Sequoia: What to check before buying

Only 1 owner complaint is on file with NHTSA for this car, so this sheet is short. Problems reported on other Sequoia years with the same design are listed below the checklist.

Toyota Sequoia2022
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crashes reported
0
Reliability
Good
72/100 on Auto Reliability Index

Run the VIN before you go

A history report shows accidents, title brands, odometer readings, and open recalls for this 2022 Toyota Sequoia. Ask the seller for the VIN; it is also on the dash at the base of the windshield.

Your inspection sheet

Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.

These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.

Reported on other Sequoia years with the same design

Few owners have reported problems with this year yet. These years share the 2022's design and most of its parts, so their problems are the ones to look for on this car too.

2019 Sequoia

7 owner complaints

Worth adding to your 2022 checks

  • Inspect the moonroof glass closely for chips, cracks, or stress marks before buying.
  • Ask the seller whether the moonroof glass has ever been replaced, and request the repair records.
  • Open the fuel filler door fully by hand and confirm it swings open without binding.
Open the 2019 checklist

2018 Sequoia

20 owner complaints
  • Electrical 7
  • Fuel system 2

Worth adding to your 2022 checks

  • Drive at least 30 minutes and watch for blind spot, rear cross traffic, pre-collision or front camera malfunction messages.
  • On an open road with nothing ahead, watch for a "Brake, obstacle ahead" message or the truck braking on its own.
  • Ask for service records showing repeated driver-assist software updates, sensor realignment or forward camera replacement.
Open the 2018 checklist

Which Sequoia is it?

EPA figures for each version of the 2022 Toyota Sequoia. Use them to confirm you are looking at the version that was advertised, and as a yardstick on the test drive.

VersionDriveEPA rating
5.7L 8-cyl4WD, RWD14–15 mpg
  • Reset the trip computer at the start of the drive. A Sequoia that averages well under the EPA 14 mpg combined on a mixed route may have an engine or tire problem.

Where the 2022 fits in the Sequoia's history

Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.

The 2022 is the 15th model year of the Sequoia's second generation (2008–2022).

Recalls to confirm (2)

Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer, but the seller may never have had them done. Check each campaign number against the VIN.

  1. 21E103000SteeringDec 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.

    Risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers 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.

  2. 21V920000SteeringNov 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.

    Risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

    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.

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