YearToAvoid

2014 Toyota Sequoia Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2014 Toyota Sequoia has 17 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 35, and 2 recalls, earning a Good verdict — it ranks 12th of 18 model years, well below the worst years like 2005 (index 100).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
35/100
#12 of 18 Sequoia years
Verdict
Good
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
17
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
2
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
1
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
Structure & Body
Best nearby year
2015
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
15
13 city / 17 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2014 Toyota Sequoia problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other7 (41%)
  2. Structure & Body5 (29%)
  3. Electrical System2 (12%)
  4. Fuel System2 (12%)
  5. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (12%)
  6. Airbags1 (6%)
  7. Brakes1 (6%)
  8. Engine1 (6%)
  9. Steering1 (6%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Some owners report the vehicle stalling repeatedly at low speeds, with the engine taking several seconds to restart or respond after pressing the gas.
  • Owners describe the instrument panel being so dimly lit that it becomes hard to read during bright daylight.
  • Steering wheel vibration was reported starting from purchase and worsening over time, with dealers unable to identify the cause.
  • Fuel pump failures were reported, including cases where the vehicle would not start and dashboard warning lights stayed on.
  • A rear passenger door was reported to fly open unexpectedly due to a malfunctioning lock actuator.
  • Front seats were reported to break during normal use without any prior signs of looseness.
2014 Toyota Sequoia complaints: complaints filed per month2Mar 2014Jan 2016Mar 2017Apr 2019Feb 2020Jul 2021Dec 2023Dec 2024
17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2014 to Dec 2024; peak Mar 2014 (2).

2014 Toyota Sequoia recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 21V920000Nov 23, 2021Steering22,462 vehicles

    Steering:rack and pinion

    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.

    Risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

    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. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.

  2. NHTSA 17V311000May 11, 2017Suspension, Wheels & Tires1,325 vehicles

    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.

    Risk: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    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.

2014 Toyota Sequoia fuel economy and fuel cost

City
13 MPG
Highway
17 MPG
Combined
15 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,300
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2014 compared with other Sequoia years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012Caution7120315
2013Best1812215
2014Good3517215
2015Best129215
2016Best2411215

All Toyota Sequoia years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Toyota Sequoia reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 Sequoia rates Good, with a complaint index of 35 and only 17 complaints logged, ranking 12th out of 18 model years.
What problems does the 2014 Toyota Sequoia have?
Owners most often reported issues with structure and body components, making up 29% of complaints, followed by electrical system and fuel system issues at 12% each.
Does the 2014 Toyota Sequoia have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Sequoia: one for a power steering gear assembly that may leak oil, and one for replacement lugnuts on accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels.
How does the 2014 Sequoia compare to other Sequoia years?
The 2014 model has a complaint index of 35, far better than early years like 2005 (100) and 2006 (94), though it trails the Best-rated years of 2013, 2015, and 2016.
What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Toyota Sequoia?
The EPA rates the 2014 Sequoia at 15 mpg combined (13 city / 17 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,300.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.