2002 toyota sequoia has been operating since @ 62,000 miles with a non-functioning vsc/ABS system. See that this has not yet been officially recalled, but can find all kinds of info and complaints on the web about this issue. Dashboard lit up with all relative warning lights & vehicle has no ABS nor vsc functionality. How could this important safety features well documented, chronic failure not be recalled? It is not exclusive to the 2002 model year either. This is very inappropriate. How many people have to die or get injured before this well documented safety equipment failure is responsibly addressed with a recall. I hope my complaint helps the tally towards this recall. Consumers of this vehicle have bought it with a critical safety system that fails. Toyota must be made to rectify this product safety and quality issue!
2002 Toyota Sequoia driver assistance complaints
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All brake related lights (vsc, brake, skid control etc.) on the dash of my 2002 toyota sequoia just came on. Two mechanics weren't sure what the cause was, the local toyota dealer today said the cost to repair the ecu skid control computer (or chip) would be $2400. No braking problems as yet. Many comments on chat rooms have stated that this is a common complaint, very expensive to repair, that toyota has knowledge of this defect, and that it can have dangerous consequences.
The vsc/trac light on my 2002 toyota sequoia comes on at very random times. Sometimes it is within seconds of starting the vehicle, other times it isn't until it has been driven for 30 minutes or longer. When this occurs the vehicle goes into anti lock mode, making a severe grinding noise, and pulling significantly to the side. Once the vsc warning lights come on the vehicle drives normally, but the lights do stay on until the vehicle is restarted.
2002 toyota sequoia vsc (traction control) system randomly fails along with brake lights coming on the dash. This happens often is and completely random. The car has been into the dealer on several instances and the dealer has been unable to correct the issue. When the vsc system fails the car looses all traction control and makes it very difficult to manager the massive rear wheel drive car in bad weather. The brake light also comes on randomly -- often scares the driver and has the potential to cause a very serious accident. Again, this happens often and then manages to re-set itself. Sometime is only lasts minutes and other times it last days. This is a very serious issue and will cause serious accidents. The is a known issue and this problem is being experienced by many sequoia owners. Normal driving will lead up to this failure --- again it is random and not linked to any one event. When it happens the operator looses all traction control along with several lights (inclusive of the brake light) being displayed on the dash. The car is near impossible to control in the snow or rain given the rear wheels start to slip immediately. As stated, this has been into the toyota dealer several times and they have not been able to fix the issue. Note -- this has been happening ever since the car was purchased brand new from the dealer and lately the occurrences have increased significantly.
Failure of the ABS skid control ecu system on a 2002 toyota sequoia.
The vsc/ trac light will remain on, turn off by itself, not respond to pressing of the vsc/ trac button.
2002 sequoia failure of ABS brake system - I have read ad nauseum on this subject on your site as well as others - when is the government going to force toyota to deal with this - are you waiting for a family to die
This has been occurring for quite a while now. The vsc/trac light on my 2002 toyota sequoia comes on after driving for a few minutes. When this occurs it feels like the vehicle looses power and goes into "anti lock" mode. It's a scary feeling when driving at highway speeds. Once the vsc warning lights come on the vehicle drives normally, but the lights do stay on until the vehicle is restarted.
I have taken my truck to multiple toyota dealerships to identify why the vsc trac,trac lights, brake and ABS lights are on. They continue to give me the run around. The latest dealership wants to add and remove parts at will with no certain what the problem is. Originally they told me that it would be $1921 and now they are coming back saying it will be an additional $2500.
While driving a 2002 toyota sequoia sr5 2 wheel drive SUV near the end of march 2009, the trac off, vsc trac, brake and ABS warning lights simultaneously came on. I was traveling approximately 55 MPH on a dry road at night in heavy traffic. I moved off the highway to check the manual which emphasized the possible seriousness of each light. It said to contact a toyota dealer. I called earnhardt toyota in mesa arizona who finally worked on the vehicle several days later for the vsc/trac/brake/ABS problem, and a front brake vibration/pulsation. No help on the pulsation problem since I was told I needed to turn the rotors again. On the vehicle stability control/traction control/anti-lock braking system/brake warning lights, the service associate offered that it was a "common" problem, could be caused by a loose gas cap or an expensive computer (in the thousands of dollars). He sated that no "codes" were set other than a "low voltage" which could be caused by a bad battery or corroded connection. I cleaned the battery terminals completely, checked the battery, and made sure the gas cap was tight. The warning lights now come on at some point every time I drive the sequoia. Earnhardt toyota told me it should not affect the actual braking systems. How do they know that? Being told of a false continuous or intermittent safety warning light can lull one into a questionable sense of safety. These lights and safety systems need to work reliably without having toyota just say they know about this common problem. Does it affect actual vehicle stability control and emergency braking? On numerous internet sites, I find this same problem is mentioned frequently. Also a large number of complaints are on file now with the federal safety agency. I rely on the warning lights and their underlying systems to work as advertised, but toyota now makes me doubt that reliance. Does there have to be a large "body count" for the federal safety agency to order a recall to fix this well known safety problem?
When turning and accelerating to enter a roadway, the vehicle loses power due to the vsc system engaging. This defect poses a serious hazard when attempting to enter traffic. This issue is widespread and has been ongoing for several years with no resolution by the manufacturer.
Check engine, vsc control and vsc lights come on when the weather is in the low 30's or colder. Usually combined with a slow accelerator pedal. Truck works okay, but pedal has to be pushed down all the way to make it go. The problem disappears when the temperature goes up to 40 degrees or above outside, and the truck has been turned off, and restarted.
My vsc and vsc trac off lights in dash panel lit up. I looked in owner's manual and it said to take the vehicle to the dealer if that happens. Dealer said I had a bad ecu computer and it needed to be replaced at $2500. After this was fixed and I went to pick vehicle up I noticed the light was still on. The dealer said that another code came up and the steering angle sensor needed to be replaced at $614. I think that is crap and that these systems are related and go together and both should be covered by extended warranty.
Toyota sequoia 2002 vsc off and vsc trac lights are on continuously. Internet forums indicate that this is a problem across other models like the tundra and 4runner irrespective of model year, and that the problem is due to defective sensors shipped with the vehicles.
Driving a 2002 toyota sequoia and suddenly the truck rattles and shakes violently and vehicle almost stops in the middle of the road and had to drive to the shoulder to avoid accident. The vehicle stability control, ABS, and traction control lights on the dash board lit up and vehicle had to stop. Turned off engine, removed key, waited and restarted truck again. Lights went off and after a short drive from incident , it happened again narrowly avoiding an accident. Vehicle violently shakes and slowed down. I had to turn off the engine again and restart. I took the truck to a local toyota dealership to have it diagnosed and problem could not be replicated. This is not the first time this happened on this vehicle. Had history of at least 3-5 separate incidents far apart in occurrence but resolves or hides itself. No parts replaced as of yet, but aware of other owner's having same problems with vsc/ABS /trac on this toyota model.
Translate/ skid control ecu failing notice when weather is cold/wet. Once car is warmed computers work. When car was newer skid control warning lights would come light. Would reset once car was turned off/on. Research on the internet has shown that same car model and year tends to have the same problem.
Vsc, traction control, anti-lock brake, and parking brake lights on the dash illuminated while driving. So, our vehicle has no antilock braking capability, traction control or skid control. Mechanic reports that the skid control ecu needs to be replaced--at a cost of $2200. Seems to be a common issue with this vehicle and toyota needs to remedy it.
The vsc system malfunctioned causing the brakes to suddenly apply while driving. This nearly sent me into another lane of traffic. I took the car to the dealer and was told the vsc computer was bad. After some research I discovered that there are numerous people with the same issue.
Vsc trac, vsc off, all on at once. Obd ii codes point to speed sensor, brake pedal switch and ABS computer malfunction. Dealer recommends changing brake booster and ABS computer system. From the available information on the internet this is a very common problem for first generation toyota sequoia's. The ABS and vsc malfunction can cause longer stopping distance, and swerving under emergency circumstances and should be a safety concern.
Vsc (vehicle stability control) and trac (traction control) lights come on and stay on. Both systems are not working. This is a major safety issue. Took to a dealer and was told it would cost $1000's of dollars to replace a computer or two. I just bought this vehicle used and has no warranty and no recourse from toyota to fix it. Read on many message boards that this is a problem with lots of owners on 2001 and 02, even as late as the 03 and 04 too. This needs to be recalled and fixed. They know of this problem but will not do anything to fix it. You need to make them since they won't do it for the safety of their vehicle owners... Thanks
Vsc lights on 2002 toyota sequoia code # dlc3 steering angle sensor bad.
I just replaced the steering angle sensor at cost of $600 & now skid control computer not working & repair cost is $2300. The vehicle skid control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti-lock brake system, traction control, engine control, etc. Automatically controls the brakes and engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road or surface or operating steering wheel abruptly.
(1) the dashboard lights for ABS, vsc, & traction control flickered, and then remained on permanently. (2) the ABS and vsc have malfunctioned which seriously affects the braking & stability control of the vehicle in emergency handling situations, endangering person(s) in vehicle. (3) technician at marin toyota in san rafael, ca stated this was a common failure of the 2002 sequoia. (4) searching online forums and the federal safety agency complaint database also show this a common problem. (5) our family needs to be safe in this car. I hope something can be done.
My vsc/ABS/skid light up on my dash, stay lit, go off come back on. Sometimes for a few hours sometimes for a few days. I have to replace front brake pads about twice a year. I have had to replace front rotors twice. Traction control kicks in at random times. Rear window motor stopped working. Rear hatch handle broke internally. Tires wear unevenly, even after several alignments. Lh power mirror motor stopped working, motor makes clicking sound and will not adjust. Factory dvd player stopped working. The fuel gauge is erratic. Sometimes it works, sometimes not.
(1)the dashboard lights for ABS, vsc, & traction control flickered, and then remained on permanently. (2)the ABS and vsc have malfunctioned which seriously affects the braking & stability control of the vehicle in emergency handling situations, endangering person(s) in vehicle. (3)right toyota in az could not determine problem, although technician stated this was a common failure of the 2002 sequoia.
I have two problems with my 2002 toyota sequoia with 27k miles on it. 1. The vsc light will sometimes comes on and stay on during normal driving conditions. It will only turn off if the engine is turn off and back on. 2. The AC does not work, the AC LED will flashes but no cold air.
I bought a "toyota certified" 2002 toyota sequoia in late '04. Roughly 6 months into ownership - my vsc (traction control) system began having intermittent issues - 2 full-day trips to the dealership made no results - the dealership was unable to recreate the problem. Another 4-6 months later, the vsc failed completely, and after investigation, I find the issue is very common and very expensive to fix. The failure leaves me without ABS and without vsc (two of the reasons I bought the car I did) and at an increased risk of having an accident, as without functional ABS the brakes lock quite easily. Calls to my dealership have left me with the impression the fix will be in the $2000 neighborhood, and I haven't yet come up with that. The incident date is approximate to the start of the issues.
1)took my 2002 toyota sequoia to the dealer to perform 50,000 mile service. They performed the service and replaced the battery. When picking up the car I noticed vehicle skid control (vsc) and ABS lights were off. *jb 2) I asked the dealer to check this problem and they said that the ecu (computer) that controls these safety systems had failed itself and disabled the above mentioned safety features. 3) the dealer wants $2300 from me to fix this problem.
Driving at 70 MPH. On the express way all of a sudden the asc and traction control light started to flicker and anti-locking brake engaged by itself severely. Brought the car to about 30 MPH. In matter of seconds. The truck started to swerve to the right and had to cross 3 lanes to the shoulder. Very fortunate did not get in an accident with 4 passengers in the truck. The toyota dealer ship identified he problem of "yaw sensor" failure. I believe this is a safety issue and this failure could have caused an accident with potentially at least some sever injuries.
While driving 20 MPH on a icy road consumer lost control of the vehicle and rolled into a ditch. Consumer felt that t stability of the vehicle was at fault. The were no injuries.
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