2019 Toyota Sequoia Problems
Shopping for a used 2019 Toyota Sequoia? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 7 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Uncategorized Issues the most reported area.
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This 2019 Toyota Sequoia has 7 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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2019 Toyota Sequoia Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2019 Toyota Sequoia trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2019 Toyota Sequoia Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2019 Toyota Sequoia SUV 4WDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated18.5% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
18.5% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Toyota Sequoia has 7 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 6 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Toyota
- Model
- Sequoia
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 7
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 6
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 15
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 13 / 17
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2019 Toyota Sequoia problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Fuel/Propulsion System
Seat Belt Issues
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Fuel/Propulsion System, Seat Belt Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2019 Toyota Sequoia?
The 2019 Toyota Sequoia looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2019 Toyota Sequoia
Inspection Focus
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the 2019 Sequoia.
- Request service records for fuel system and brake system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the suspension and steering components before purchase.
- Check for any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
Before You Close the Deal
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the 2019 Sequoia.
- Request service records for fuel system and brake system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the suspension and steering components before purchase.
- Check for any uncategorized issues reported by previous owners.
Check the exact car
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2019 Toyota Sequoia, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 7 complaints for the 2019 Toyota Sequoia, issues are spread across multiple systems with no single dominant problem. The data is limited and confidence is low, so patterns should be interpreted cautiously.
- Complaints are concentrated in Uncategorized Issues and Fuel/Propulsion System, each with 2 reports.
- No crash-related complaints were reported.
- The vehicle has 6 recalls, which is relatively high for a single model year.
- Uncategorized Issues (2 complaints) – unspecified problems that may require dealer diagnosis.
- Fuel/Propulsion System (2 complaints) – potential fuel delivery or engine performance issues.
- Seat Belt Issues (1 complaint) – possible restraint system malfunction.
Full breakdown
All 2019 Toyota Sequoia complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota Sequoia. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Toyota Sequoia. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Third row seatbelts broke. They came undone from where they are bolted to the bottom of the car. My children were in their car seats anchored by the seatbelts when these broke when the vehicle was moving and they flew sideways. Looks like poor products were used to secure the sea…
Parking brake requires continual adjustment. Brake becomes non functional when brakes are hot and then park on a hill. Examples would include pulling our boat and going to the boat ramp off the highway. Parking brakes loses any ability to hold the vehicle.
Fuel filler door hinge and pin does not work properly. The hinge, door, and pin are bent. This prohibits 1) opening the door, 2) filling the gas tank, and 3) the door from closing properly. The spacing around the door is not equal and is askew, tilted to the bottom right and dips…
My 2019 Toyota Sequoia Platinum with air suspension is leaning to the left. The driver rear measured from the center of the tire hub to the bottom of the fender is 1and 1/8 inch lower than the passenger rear. There was a similar Toyota T-SB-0179-17 with a similar issue that was…
I took my 2019 Sequoia to Toyota of Knoxville for scheduled maintenance and was told the boots on my rack of my power steering has a leak and needs to be repaired for the cost of $2000. My Sequoia has 84,308 miles and I was told this was caused by "normal wear and tear." When I s…
ON FEBRUARY 23RD, 2021, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MILES PER HOUR ON I-40, THE MOON ROOF ON MY 2019 TOYOTA SEQUOIA INEXPLICABLY EXPLODED. IT WAS WELL BEFORE RUSH HOUR AND THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC TO SEND DEBRIS TOWARDS ME. NOTHING HIT ME. THE GLASS EXPLODED OUTWARD. THERE WAS NO …
THIS COMMUNICATION IS IN REFERENCE TO A KNOWN FUEL PUMP PROBLEM FOR WHICH WE RECEIVED AN INTERIM NOTICE OF RECALL SOME TIME PRIOR TO 5/7/2020 (EXACT DATE UNKNOWN DUE TO COVID SHUT DOWN DELAYS). THERE IS STILL NO REMEDY/REPLACEMENT PART AVAILABLE. TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE TIER 2 S…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Toyota Sequoia.
Safety recalls
2019 Toyota Sequoia recalls
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Toyota Sequoia. 6 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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Questions
2019 Toyota Sequoia buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Toyota Sequoia reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 7 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 6 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 Toyota Sequoia looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Toyota Sequoia?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (2 complaints). #2: Fuel/Propulsion System (2 complaints). #3: Seat Belt Issues (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Toyota Sequoia?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Toyota Sequoia?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Toyota Sequoia, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 7 total complaints. 2 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?▾
Yes. 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Toyota Sequoia. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 6 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2019 Toyota Sequoia?▾
The 2019 Toyota Sequoia looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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