Most common 2013 Toyota Sequoia problems
Share of the 12 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Toyota Sequoia complaints by model year
Best Sequoia years: 2009, 2015, 2017. Years to avoid: 2004, 2005, 2007, 2006, 2008. Compare all years →
2013 Toyota Sequoia recalls (2)
Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2013 Toyota Sequoia:
Electrical overstress
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events.
What 2013 Toyota Sequoia owners say
Engine & cooling
I began having trouble with the dashboard safety lights ( airbag assy ) I took my vehicle back to the dealer for repairs on: 1st attempt.- 2/18/15 diagnostic starter cranks for an extended period of time and then sputters after it does start. Excessive fuel smell. 2nd attempt.- 6/29/16 safety light for air gag. Diagnostic short in driver's side knee airbag assy. 3rd attempt.- 6/29/16 safety light for air gag. Diagnostic short in driver's side knee airbag assy. 4th attempt.- 6/1/16 safety light for air gag. Diagnostics sop ordered part light is on gest to return for repair 7/2 5th attempt.- 7/12-16 safety light for air gag. Diagnostic sop air bag center censor assy per code 1836. 6th attempt.- 7/16/16 safety light for air gag. Diagnostic loose fin fit causing code 7th attempt.- 7/29/16 safety light for air bag. …
Flex fuel models of the Toyota Sequoia with 5.7 engines have an issue where the engine's computer thinks there is e85 fuel (or an alcohol concentration that is much higher than actual) in the system when there is normal 10% or less gasoline actually present. This can cause rough cold starts/idle, power loss, sudden RPM/power dropout, missing, and lessened fuel economy, etc. (different symptoms for different trucks). My Sequoia has now been in the shop twice for the same issue related to the engine needing re-calibration and there is no assurance it won't happen again. ,my Sequoia will not start, when it does it runs very rough and sends out a blue cloud of exhaust. Ii consistently use regular gas purchased from shell or conoco and have never put in the e85 fuel. Just went in again for the same problem again on November 12,2014 - 9 months after the first issue.
2013 Toyota Sequoia engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 13 / 18 / 15 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 13 / 17 / 15 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Toyota Sequoia a good car?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Sequoia rates better than average: 64% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Sequoia at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Toyota Sequoia?
The engine & cooling — 3 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the wheels & tires (2) and body & structure (2).
How many recalls does the 2013 Toyota Sequoia have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2013 Toyota Sequoia, the most recent from November 23, 2021 (hydraulic power assist system). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Toyota Sequoia?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2009, 2015 and 2017. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2004, 2005, 2007, 2006 and 2008. See the full Toyota Sequoia years comparison.
At what mileage do 2013 Toyota Sequoia problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 50,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.