2005 Toyota Sequoia body problems

Filed Oct 16, 2023 · Body · 198,000 miles · IL

The contact owned a 2005 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to the dealer on August 7th, 2023, where a protective chemical coating was sprayed on the sub frame. The contact stated that after driving, he noticed that power steering fluid was leaking from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact’s brother who is an independent mechanic, informed him about the source of the leak and noticed there was rust on the puncher frame. The vehicle was towed to the same local dealer, where it was placed on the lift, and it was diagnosed that the frame had rusted and was damaged beyond repair. The mechanic was able to peel and remove rust while using a screwdriver. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 198,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2023 · Body · NJ

The frame is damage by the weather.

Filed Aug 17, 2020 · Body · 240,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota sequoia. The contact stated that the rear driver's side frame corroded and the suspension arms that holds the frame springs were also corroded. The contact became aware of the failure while driving approximately 30 MPH, when the contact heard an abnormally loud sound. The contact drove the vehicle home. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection. The manufacturer informed the contact that the warranty had expired for the corrosion repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 240,000.

Filed Feb 13, 2020 · Body · 272,000 miles · MA

On 1/31/20 I took possession of 2005 toyota sequoia, VIN [xxx] and on 2/3/20 I registered the vehicle in the state of massachusetts. The previous owner [xxx] had originally purchased the vehicle on november 27, 2007 with 48,836 miles. [xxx]. Told me that toyota had inspected the frame and coated it. On 2/4/20 I visited toyota of dartmouth in north dartmouth, ma 02747 for set up an appointment to have two air bag recalls addressed. Upon their review of the vehicle's toyota service record they informed me that no record regarding the frame or frame coating exists. On 2/11/20 toyota dartmouth took the vehicle in for the two air bag recalls and during that time I had asked for an opinion of the frame. They completed the air bag recalls and told me that they were unable to lift the vehicle. Severe rot holes on the driver side rear of frame where drag link connects to frame. Vehicle is unsafe.? They recommended I call toyota because the frame program had expired but said that toyota might be able to help. I called toyota that afternoon and was told a customer experience agent would call me back the following day. On 2/12/20 a toyota agent called me and explained that because the frame program had expired in january 2019 that there was nothing that toyota could do. I asked to speak with someone higher up who could review the case. I was connected with [xxx], operations supervisor of customer experience at the toyota headquarters in plano, tx. [xxx] also explained that because the frame inspection/replacement program for my vehicle had expired that there was nothing toyota could do. I requested that he elevate the case higher to someone who could review the case on a stand alone basis. [xxx] told me that he was the highest this could go and that there would be no further action by toyota for this case # [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 22, 2019 · Body · 150,000 miles · OH

The recall warranty expired on this vehicle on january 31, 2017. I first received notice of this defect when I took my vehicle to the dealership for another issue I was experiencing. The dealership notified me that the recall was for rusting of the vehicle's chassis and is dangerous for me to continue driving my vehicle. I usually receive notices, as I did for the airbag recall, however, I never received any notice with regard to the recall for the vehicle chassis. I have kept the same address for the past 20 years. I attempted to call toyota and toyota told me I should have visually noticed the defect. The defect is the rust underneath my car, which is not open and obvious. This was also admitted by the agent/supervisor. Toyota failed to even offer 50% coverage on this recall. How can a car company allow its customers to continue driving a vehicle with such a dangerous defect that I never received notice of.

Filed Apr 15, 2018 · Body, Electrical · NY

Rust developed on rear driver side under fender.rear window glass malfunctioned and would not come down.

Filed Nov 7, 2017 · Body · 197,313 miles · NJ

I own a 2005 sequoia 4 wheel drive limited edition . I received a letter from toyota corporation regarding the rusting frame recall campaign on november 3,2017 and scheduled a service apt to have my frame inspected and was told the inspection takes approx. 2 hours . Within 30 minutes my truck was "ready " meaning the inspection was complete. I asked the service writer of the outcome and was told the frame was good. Nothing was written in my service order that was handed to me sign regarding findings, perforation or status of the inspection results, or that the inspection actually took place. The service writer told me verbally that another service writer would contact me in a few days to schedule a cleaning and spraying of the entire frame in a few weeks. I don't believe the tech removed my wheels to examine the frame or thoroughly inspected my vehicle . I am a 5 toyota vehicle owner and explained that to the service writer. My service location is lakewood toyota located in nj, my service writer was angel burgos. I have extensive rust on my frame in numerous areas especially before the rear axle and after , in the area of the hitch assembly as well as the rear axle . I understand the criteria for replacing the frame versus a temporary covering of sealant . I understand that the frame on this type of vehicle is rusting from the inside due construction methods of the dana corporation being faulty in drainage design or manufacture. My concern that this product was not inspected properly and hastily attempted to get me out the door. This is not acceptable business practice to me.

Filed Sep 10, 2017 · Body, Steering · 159,091 miles · VA

Va. State inspection failed due to left front sway bar link broken and steering rack leaking and caused bushings to come apart due to corrosion from rusting out frame. Previous work done on 04/02/17 revealed issue but no one informed us of any related recalls.

Filed Jun 13, 2017 · Body, Electrical · 60,000 miles · PA

My rear hatch quit 48 months after purchase. First the rear defrost/wiper/window quit soon followed by the hatch not opening at all. The issue lies with the inadequate 360 degree sealing of the rear hatch itself. Several issues have resulted from the inadequate seal: water coming in under the hatch and mold forming inside the vehicle. Dust comes in the vehicle while driving on dirt roads. Night driving is especially difficult due to the rear wiper and defrost not working. Every 03-05 owner I speak with has an issue with the rear hatch and the internet forums are endless.

Filed Mar 6, 2017 · Body · 212,000 miles · MA

Frame has rusted through and has caused the structural integrity of the vehicle to become unsafe