MYRModel Year Report

2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5

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2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:51:18.007Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
107
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Traction control system

35% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 107 complaints 2003 107
2003: 107 complaints 2003 107
2003: 107 complaints 2003 107

2003: 107 complaints

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YearComplaints
2003107

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Traction control system

35% · 37 reports

Electronic stability control (esc)

32% · 34 reports

Vehicle speed control

27% · 29 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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While driving down a familiar two lane road with many curves and not reaching a speed above 45 MPH, I came upon a curve, braked, and steered my sequoia appropriately.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-10

Also filed under Air bags and steering

Service brakes

26% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

FIRE

Electrical system

8% · 9 reports
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Tl*the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5. When pressure was applied to the brake pedal, the vsc/ABS/brake controller warning light illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel and the front end of the vehicle began shaking excessively.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-09-28

Also filed under Electronic stability control and service brakes, hydraulic

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Traction control system: 37 reports on file for this year.
  • Electronic stability control (esc): 34 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 29 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5?
The most-reported component is traction control system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Toyota Sequoia SR5 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.