2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid: 5 recalls, 38 owner complaints.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Tires Vehicle recall #23V468000 · 2023 · 1,398 vehicles
What's wrong: The steel chain used to secure the spare tire to the underside of the vehicle May have been insufficiently welded.
Why it matters: Chains that are not welded sufficiently can break and allow the spare tire to detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 14, 2023.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #24V125000 · 2024 · 280,663 vehicles
What's wrong: Unexpected vehicle movement May occur when the vehicle is in neutral and the brakes are not applied.
Why it matters: Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024.
Equipment Vehicle recall #24V548000 · 2024 · 33,848 vehicles
What's wrong: Gulf states Toyota, Inc. (gst) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 gr supra, 2024 4 runner, corolla, grand highlander, grand highlander hybrid, land cruiser hybrid, tacoma, tacoma hybrid, 2023-2024 bz4x, corolla cross hybrid, gr corolla, gr86, highlander, highlander hybrid, prius, prius prime, sequoia hybrid, tundra, tundra hybrid, venza hybrid, 2023-2025 crown, and 2025 camry hybrid vehicles equipped with gst…
Why it matters: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value May be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gst will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024.
Trailer hitch, Body & structure Vehicle recall #24V640000 · 2024 · 43,395 vehicles
What's wrong: The tow hitch cover May come loose from the bumper and detach from the vehicle.
Why it matters: A tow hitch cover that detaches can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the tow hitch cover and modify the rear bumper, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 7, 2025.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V657000 · 2025 · 393,838 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview image not to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the multimedia display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (6): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Other / unknown (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Body & structure (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are door / lock issues (3).
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid has 38 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 4 Sequoia Hybrid model years for complaints (1.6× the average Sequoia Hybrid year). Complaints peaked in 2024 (14 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 21,463 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (37 complaints, 5 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid problems?
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (6), other / unknown (6), body & structure (6).
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