2006 Toyota Sequoia: grinding or squealing brakes

7 of the 202 complaints about the 2006 Toyota Sequoia describe grinding or squealing brakes.

owner complaints: 7
of this car's complaints: 3%
typical mileage: 125,100
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 5 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Grinding or squealing brakes by model year

2021
1
2020
1
2017
1
2011
1
2007
2
2006
7
2005
34
2004
24
2003
32
2002
114
2001
60

What owners say

Filed Nov 6, 2017 · Acceleration, Brakes · 150,100 miles · TX

The vehicle vsc trac system goes on for no reason when the car is in motion (roads are straight, and dry). As a result, the brakes go into a loud grind mode and do not engage, a loud blaring beeping sounds, the vehicle starts to vibrates horribly, I can not accelerate and the steering is difficult. It is not safe, as I was on a country road going 55 MPH on a straight 2 way road with traffic! It has happened twice and as far as I can see it has happened to many other 2006 sequoias owners yet only the 2003 were recalled for this issue. Unacceptable!

Filed Aug 16, 2017 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 185,000 miles · VA

Vsc trac on/off brake indicator lights appear while driving in the 35-45mph range. If you attempt to stop the vehicle (firm or light brake pressure), there is a loud grinding noise, as if it is activating the ABS, which takes a little longer to come to a complete stop. It would've been nice if toyota created a vsc trac on/off switch (at this rate, I may have to create my own). Some websites mention dirty sensors (speed sensors), some mention possible faulty yaw rate sensor (level warning switch, located in the center console), steering angle sensor may need adjusting. Who knows, but this would be a definite accident waiting to happen. I'm surprised this hasn't been considered a recall? Http://ww2.justanswer.com/uploads/ts/tsmodie/2012-10-29_191900_1.gif

Filed Sep 16, 2016 · Driver assistance · 83,900 miles · CO

I have a 2006 toyota sequoia with 83,900 miles on it. The vehicle vsc trac system goes on and off for no reason when the car is in motion. As a result, the brakes go into grind mode and do not engage. I have narrowly missed hitting other vehicles and pedestrians as a result of not being able to brake. I contacted toyota to file a complaint. However, I was told that this issue is known, but not under recall or covered by warranty. I have to pay out of pocket to fix this. This is not an acceptable answer as this is a public safety and liability issue. I need help resolving this with toyota.

Filed Jun 9, 2015 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 100,000 miles · CA

Multiple incidents and multiple trips to dealership with nothing resolved. Abs activates with vsc lights at low speeds when reversing out of driveway, driving slowly down road, etc... No reason I can think of for it to engage. Vehicle makes a loud grinding sound and feels like it won't stop. Very common issue from what I see already reported. Yaw sensor replaced to fix another vsc issue when making left u-turns...almost got in accident when the brakes kept me from completing a u-turn with traffic coming...luckily I continued into driveway without incident. This happened after the above but the above still continue to this day so it was not the cause.

Filed Jul 21, 2014 · Acceleration, Brakes · 50,175 miles · CA

Warning indicator trac off , vsc off, and brake are on with grinding brake noise occurred.

Filed Jul 16, 2014 · Acceleration, Brakes · 125,100 miles · CA

While driving at low speeds the vehicle experienced a momentary loss of power and a grinding/vibrating of the brakes while in motion. The trac off and vsc trac warning lights came on along with the brake light. The warning lights and vibrating of the brakes could only be reset by turning the ignition off and restarting the vehicle. It happened twice in the last 12 hours.

Filed Mar 4, 2011 · Body, Electrical · CA

2006 toyota sequoia. Consumer states mats would constantly move under the pedals interfering with gas and brake pedals, there was a loud noise while driving high speeds and when it rains water would leak inside *tgw the consumer stated the dealer assured her, they had rectified the problem by replacing the mats and making sure the lining around the windows were tight. However, the leak continued as well as the noise while driving. Also, the navigation/radio,cd player wasn't working properly. The dealer was finally able to stop the water from leaking in the vehicle. The consumer then stated the vehicle began to stall/ hesitate while turning and then it would jerk fast at times. A diagnosis revealed the transmission pan gasket was leaking. Also the power outlets were no longer working, the vehicle began to ride rough, the seat would grind and vibrate, the tire pressure monitoring light illuminated, the brake hardware kit was falling apart, the engine was leaking oil and the dealer replaced the gaskets, the trunk wouldn't open. The consumer stated while driving on the highway, the vehicle suddenly stopped. The dealer stated the transmission needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the consumer the drain plug was missing.