Steering: hydraulic power assist system
Risk. An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2014 Toyota Sequoia, most often about the structure. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-311 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 9, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: Navigator84, CC BY-SA 4.0.
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Sequoia median. How we score
2014 Toyota Sequoia SUV 2WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Toyota Sequoia, and the recalls they led to.
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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