Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2019 Toyota Sequoia
The 2019 Toyota Sequoia is a generally reliable SUV, though it has notable recalls concerning the power steering system and fuel pump. Buyers should be cautious about these components due to potential manufacturing defects. While complaints are relatively low, it remains crucial to inspect these aspects thoroughly before purchase.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 Toyota Sequoia has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 7 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21E103000 Power Steering Gear Assembly May Leak Oil NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V920000 Oil Leak May Cause a Loss of Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V682000 Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V012000 Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V244000 Non-Permanent Text on Load Capacity Label NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V685000 Air Bags May Not Deploy as Intended/FMVSS 208, 214 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
- Unknown or Other 2 complaints
- Seat Belts 1 complaint
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
- Suspension 1 complaint
Together, the 7 complaints on file report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Power steering oil leak
How to check: Inspect for oil leaks near steering gear assembly
Faulty fuel pump
How to check: Check for recent fuel pump replacement or issues
Airbags may not deploy
How to check: Verify airbag ECU recall status and repair
Airbag ECU software fault
How to check: Ensure ECU software is updated
Illegible load capacity label
How to check: Examine the legibility of load capacity label
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual noises or warnings
Red flag: Check engine light or odd noise
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Observe any steering oil leaks
Red flag: Visible oil under vehicle
- 03
Initial acceleration
What to check: Smooth fuel delivery and no stalling
Red flag: Hesitation or stalling persists
- 04
Low-speed maneuver
What to check: Power steering function without noise
Red flag: Steering noise or stiffness
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Airbag warning lights illuminate
Red flag: Airbag light stays on
- 06
Braking
What to check: Responsiveness and no excessive noise
Red flag: Brake noise or poor response
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the fuel pump been replaced?
- Is there any steering oil leak history?
- Are there any outstanding recalls?
- Has the airbag ECU been updated?
- Any issues with the load capacity label?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Service and repair records
- Recall completion proof
- Title and registration
- Vehicle history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Toyota Sequoia at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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