2004 Toyota Sequoia Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 34about this part
- Share
- 9%of 380 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 73,615miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 34 complaints about the electrical system of the 2004 Toyota Sequoia, 9% of the 380 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,615 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Took 2004 Sequoia to kings Toyota for the airbag recall as well as diagnostic eval of vsc ABS lights issue. Received a phone call that the tech could not determine the electrical problem unless we paid an additional $360 for more time to diagnose and that the frame was rusted through with large holes. Wondered if we wanted to pursue the electrical issue with the larger safety issue with the frame. …”
NHTSA complaint #11302665, filed 2020-01, 187,000 miles“I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. The vsc, trac and emergency brake lights come on. If I turn the car off and then turn it back on then the lights will go off. This has been going on for one week now. I took it to the dealer and they want $2100 to fix the computer. Apparently, this is a widespread problem with the Toyota Sequoia.”
NHTSA complaint #10263703, filed 2009-03, 80,000 miles“Yes, we just purchased this used 04 Sequoia from a private party seller and everything was fine the first month we drove it then the vsc light and the trac off light came on. Now the check engine light is on and we had it tested at autozone for free. The testing showed a bad o2 sensor. The car still drives fine its just the lights are on. Its really irritating. I googled it and read a bunch of customer complaints about this same issue. I read that the 03 sequoias were recalled for these issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10597537, filed 2014-06, 93,243 miles“We purchased our Sequoia in july of 2004. On dec. 20, 2006 the vsc off and vsc trac lights came on. We took the car in to our Toyota dealer on jan. 3, 2007 (48,127 mi) to have them take a look at it. We were told the lights were on because of a charcoal canister that needed replacing. We replaced the canister on aug. 8, 2007 (58,184 mi.) at a cost of approx. $425. We believe this cost should have been covered under the emission system's warranty but the dealer said 'no' and we reluctantly paid it. On a trip to ca, the oil pressure gauge quit working. …”
NHTSA complaint #10577800, filed 2014-04, 48,000 miles“The liftgate handle broke and was replaced with an original equipment plastic part. According to other's complaints, I expect it to happen again very soon. Then the handle stopped opening the liftgate altogether. I finally got the gate open and replaced the pull cable but it did no good. Once while driving, the gate opened by itself and lifted up when I went over a small bump. I can't get the gate open in case of an emergency or to access the spare tire and sometimes it opens by itself. Certainly this is a major safety issue that Toyota should address.”
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Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 7 | 35% |
| 2017 | 1 | 14% |
| 2016 | 3 | 27% |
| 2015 | 2 | 22% |
| 2014 | 2 | 12% |
| 2013 | 1 | 8% |
| 2012 | 5 | 25% |
| 2011 | 2 | 12% |
| 2010 | 4 | 13% |
| 2009 | 1 | 17% |
| 2008 | 5 | 7% |
| 2007 | 12 | 9% |
| 2006 | 17 | 8% |
| 2005 | 34 | 10% |
| 2004 | 34 | 9% |
| 2003 | 66 | 12% |
| 2002 | 42 | 6% |
| 2001 | 31 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2004 Toyota Sequoia
101 complaintsBrakes
100 complaintsBody and structure
77 complaintsOther or unknown
60 complaintsVehicle speed control
53 complaintsSuspension
47 complaintsAir bags
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsWheels
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Toyota Sequoia
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology