2018 TOYOTA SEQUOIA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Toyota Sequoia. This model year has 20 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
Model-Year Complaints
20 owner reports
Recall Campaigns
5 NHTSA campaigns
Top Failure Area
Electrical Faults
Worst 2018 Toyota Sequoia Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
AI Interpretation — 2018 Toyota Sequoia
Low ConfidenceComplaints for the 2018 Toyota Sequoia are concentrated in electrical faults, with a recurring theme of electronic stability control and unintended acceleration issues. The data is based on a single model year with low complaint volume, limiting generalizability.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints among reported components.
- Electronic stability control and unintended acceleration each have 4 complaints, suggesting potential patterns.
- No crash-related complaints were reported, though this does not confirm safety.
- Electrical faults
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Unintended acceleration
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for ESC and unintended acceleration issues.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Toyota Sequoia. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota Sequoia. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I own a 2018 Toyota Sequoia experiencing fuel pump failure symptoms including extended crank and loss of power. This issue matches NHTSA Recall 20V012000, which affects similar vehicles with the same fuel pump defect. However, my VIN is not included in the recall despite identica…
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle started. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drove abnormally rough. No w…
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance at the local dealer, he was informed that the outer seals were leaking and full of fluid. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the rack and pinion seals had failed. T…
The sunroof exploded from the inside while driving at highway speeds
In the past few months the automatic braking feature was activated without any reason. No obstruction in front, no unusual weather or driving conditions. Fortunately nobody was close behind and no accident occurred. Today the blind spot and cross traffic indicators stopped w…
The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated while driving at 55 mph, the lane departure and rear cross passing warning light illuminated and the vehicle failed to turn off. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer to inspect the vehicle however, the mechani…
I TOOK MY 2018 TOYOTA SEQUOIA (VIN: [XXX]) ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 FOR THE SIX-MONTH TOYOTACARE SERVICE TO AMERICAN TOYOTA LOCATED AT 5995 ALAMEDA BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87113 WITH THE ASSUMPTION THAT THE SIX-MONTH TOYOTACARE SERVICE WILL INCLUDE FIXING ANY PENDING SAFETY RECALL.…
AUDIO MULTIMEDIA (INCLUDING HANDSFREE DRIVING DEVISE AND GPS) WITHOUT ANY REASON AND WHILE THEY ARE IN USE REBOOTING AND REBOOTING, AND CAN CAUSE DISTRACT THE DRIVER
SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY. I WAS DOING 65 MPH IN THE CARPOOL LANE. NO APPARENT DEBRIS FROM SURROUNDING VEHICLES. FRONT CAR WAS FAR AWAY, SIDE VEHICLES DRIVING SLOWER AND NO TRUCKS. ALL THE EDGES OF THE REMAINING GLASS ARE FACING OUTWARD AS IF THERE WAS TOO MUC…
PRE COLLISION SYSTEM(PCS) IS NOT WORKING. THE TWO PROBLEMS ARE 1. THE PCS OFF LIGHT COMES ON DASH WHEN THE PCS IS ON AS EVIDENCED BY THE PHOTOS. 2. THE PCS SYSTEM DOES NOT APPLY THE BRAKES IN A NEAR COLLISION. CAR WAS TAKEN INTO TOYOTA OF GREENVILLE AND WE WERE TOLD THAT THIS W…
RENTED VEHICLE FROM HERTZ IN OKLAHOMA CITY, OK ON 10/14/18. WHEN I RETURNED VEHICLE ON 10/18/18, THE RENTAL CAR ASSOCIATE WROTE "SAFETY" ON THE WINDOW. WHEN I ASKED WHAT THE "SAFETY" WAS FOR, HE SAID, "... THIS VEHICLE IS UNDER RECALL AND SHOULD HAVE NEVER BEEN RENTED TO YOU." …
I AM HAVING A RECURRENT PROBLEM WITH MY 2018 SEQUOIA IN THAT I AM CONSISTENTLY GETTING WARNING LIGHTS AND ALARMS GOING OFF FOR 'BRAKE WARNING,' REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT, 'BLIND SPOT MONITOR MALFUNCTION' AND 'FRONT CAMERA MALFUNCTION.' IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 5 TIMES AND THEY KEEP…
THE SEATS FROM 2 AND 3 ROW VIBRATES AND MAKES NOISE,SEAT BELTS GETS STUCK AND DOESN'T RETRACK BACK COMPLETELY INSIDE AND GET TWISTED EVERY SINGLE TIME.EVERY SINGLE TIME I HAVE TO PUT THE BELT INSIDE MANUALLY
RECEIVED TOYOTA RECALL NOTICE FOR MY VEHICLE; SPECIFICALLY BY VIN. CALLED A LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER WHO COULD NOT FIND THIS RECALL. CALLED TOYOTA WHO SAID IT WAS FIXED ON MY VEHICLE AT A TIME WHEN THEY DID NOT HAVE POSSESSION!! SO IS IT OK TO DRIVE??
BLIND SPOT MONITOR MALFUNCTION. REAR TRAFFIC ALERT MALFUNCTION. PRE COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE ODOMETER READING OF 312 MILES. TOLD BY TOYOTA THAT A RECALL WAS ISSUED AND A SOFTWARE UPDATE WOULD REMEDY THIS. WENT TODAY 3/21/18 TO HAVE UP…
EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS STARTED AND UPON INITIALLY MOVING FORWARD THE FIRST 50 FEET, A LOUD CLUNK IS HEARD AND IT CAN ALSO BE FELT IN THE FOOT PEDALS AND THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS ISSUE HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE CAR IS STARTED AND THE VEHICLE MOVES FORWARD THE FIRST 50 FEET OR SO. …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA SEQUOIA. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE ADAPTIVE COLLISION WARNING SENSOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND BACK ON, AND THE VEHICLE WOULD RESET ITSELF. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIME…
I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW FROM MARK MILLER TOYOTA ON FRI DEC 29TH, LEFT THE DEALERSHIP AT 12:10PM WITH 39 MILES ON IT. RAN A FEW ERRANDS AND SHOWED MY FRIENDS, WE WENT TO LEAVE AFTER EATING SOME FOOD AND AT 45 MILES IN MY ODO I GOT 2 ERROR MESSAGES. "BLIND SPOT MONITOR MALFUNC…
THE VEHICLE HAS A MALFUNCTION ON THE REAR CROSS TRAFFIC, BLIND SPOT MONITOR AND POSSIBLE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL - AT ONLY 30 MILES.
ISSUE: SAFETY FEATURES FAILING AT LESS THAN 500 MILES PROBLEM STATEMENT: AT LESS THAN 500 MILES THE SAFETY SENSORS ( COLLISION PREVENTION, CRUISE CONTROL ADAPTABLE SPEED, REAR CROSS TRAFFIC, BLIND SPOT MONITOR ) ARE FAILING REPEATEDLY. DEALER HAS CONTACTED TOYOTA FOR SUPPORT. …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Toyota Sequoia.
Recalls for 2018 Toyota Sequoia
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Toyota Sequoia. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2018 Toyota Sequoia — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2018 Toyota Sequoia reliable?▾
Good Record. The 2018 Toyota Sequoia has 20 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (7 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Sequoia?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (7 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (5 complaints). #3: Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Toyota Sequoia?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Toyota Sequoia?▾
The 2018 Toyota Sequoia has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 20 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 Toyota Sequoia. The largest issue: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2018 Toyota Sequoia?▾
The 2018 Toyota Sequoia has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Sequoia reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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