2008 Toyota Sequoia body problems

Filed Jul 5, 2023 · Body · 30,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the independent mechanic for an oil change, the mechanic informed her husband that the chassis was severely rusted. The dealer and other unknown dealers were notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not repair the vehicle under Toyota Campaign Number: ZH7 because the campaign had expired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed the assessment from the dealers. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Apr 14, 2023 · Body · 168,000 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for routine service, the independent mechanic discovered that the rear subframe was severely damaged due to rust and corrosion. The contact was advised that holes were present in the subframe, and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed that the vehicle was no longer qualified under the Extended Warranty Coverage for the failure. The failure mileage was 168,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Feb 25, 2022 · Body · 125,000 miles · VT

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an unknown repair, the dealer informed the contact that the sub-frame was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2020 · Body, Seats · MA

The back cover of the middle seats are broken and removed.I tried to replace them but, I can not. The irons that hod the seat are uncorvered and not safe . When people ,if they have long legs I do not think it is safe safe for them. The car is not able to player neither radio nor cds. When trying to play either radio or cd, it makes a crazy noise. The vehicule is still in motion.

Filed Oct 1, 2019 · Body · 115,005 miles · MA

Toyota service said the rear sub-frame is rusting and eventually rear wheels could separate from vehicle. This was discovered while toyota was replacing the main frame under a class action suit.the sub-frame was not included in the suit' therefore toyota wants me to pay the entire cost of $2550

Filed Feb 9, 2019 · Body · 95,000 miles · CA

My vehicle involved in a recall in which there is excessive rust in the frame mainly in states where there is snow and uses salt in roads, michigan is one of these states where I use to live and my car is registered in, however I just relocated to ca few month ago, the dealership and toyota acknowledge that my vehicle is affected with this recall, however toyota refuse to do it in the state of california! But if I take my car back to michigan they will do it, its 3000 miles away and not planing to go back please help toyota case # 1902071493

Filed Oct 25, 2018 · Body, Electrical · 140,000 miles · MD

Rusty parts (rust extended warranty) the back window on my 2008 toyota sequoia fell down abruptly while traveling on the highway. The vehicle was in motion. Items flew from my back window and I was forced to slow down abruptly and prevent drivers in my rear from being in an accident. After pulling over, I had to retrieve those items on a busy roadway. I attempted to diagnose the issue by powering the window back up, but it wouldn't work. I attempted to push the window to the up position and it would not work. I had to secure my items and drive home slowly. Later that day, I conducted some research online and found out the 1st generation sequoia was issued a recall for the same exact problem. Apparently, the issue was due to a faulty window regulator from rust. Unfortunately, I do not see any recalls for the 2nd generation models. I took my vehicle to a local mechanic and once they examined the back door, they diagnosed that the cause for the window falling down abruptly was indeed from a rusty regulator and rusty parts. I conducted more research and found out that toyota has been infamous for installing parts that rust over time. Toyota issued an extended warranty for rust, but it doesn't state specifically what it covers. I contacted toyota and they instructed me to take it into a toyota dealership. I was told that the rust extended warranty recall pertains only to the undercarriage of the vehicle and not anything else. The notice is the mail did not specify the undercarriage. My rusty parts are not covered under the extended warranty for rust. It is not right that toyota is finding a way to remove themselves from any liability with their vehicles developing rust over a quick period of time. If a recall was issued for rust on the frame, that's an indicator that toyota uses poor quality parts.

Filed Mar 21, 2018 · Body · IL

The rear liftgate on our 2008 toyota sequoia started acting up late may 2016. The liftgate lock actuator began getting stuck and very difficult to open. Now it cannot be opened by neither the power liftgate button nor manually with the handle. We can see that there is evidence of excessive rust on the actuator. It has seized and are now very concerned that in case of an emergency we will not be able to escape through the rear of the vehicle should all other exits are blocked. Not even the rear window is working and believe that there is a defect affecting the components inside the liftgate itself. Upon researching the matter we have discovered that there are several similar complaints from owners of the same vehicle. We feel this warrants an investigation into this safety-related defect to find out what is causing the excessive rust/corrosion and mechanical failure.

Filed Dec 26, 2017 · Body · 136,345 miles · WA

I was driving on I-15 in utah when my passengers heard honking and looked around. Suddenly a white car swerved close to me and cut me off. The driver was looking down and continued to swerve around. Then slowed and put on her flashers. She continued to swerve and then followed us off the freeway. She stopped at the stop light and said we had hit her. I said that was a lie and she had been swerving into my lane and people were honking at her. We drove to ikea and she did not follow. Then I filed this complaint. I am concerned for the safety of me and my passengers. She was not friendly. I attached her license number.

Filed Nov 17, 2017 · Body · 60,000 miles · CA

The rear hatch switch pad melts rendering the handle inoperable. Toyota claims this is not a defect yet, many sequoia owners have same complaint. Toyota says over $400 to repair. Toyota denies the rear hatch is covered under warranty extension for doors 11/5/17