Problems with 2001 Toyota Sequoia SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

I have a 2001 toyota sequioa that has a vibration that comes through the entire front dash especially during downhill braking. the tsb is supposedly for cars under factory warranty only. however, mine was out of warranty when they issued the tsb. i also have been experiencing the the vsc trac lights coming on for no reason at all. also, the foglight in the front bumper has moisture inside of it that cannot be removed. the last thing is the feeling that someone has just bumped you from behind while sitting at a traffic light. *ak

I have a 2001 toyota sequoia that i have replace the brakes on 3 times in 3 years because of a vibration problem when braking on hills and at freeway speeds. this is dangerous for my wife to drive as she feels like she might lose control of the vehicle when the vibrations are strong enough.*ak

Vsc light illumination/failures initially appeared at 42,000 miles, very intermittent and seemingly random. frequency increased after 75,000 miles; abs light appeared later. 1. vsc off light illuminated (variable speed control) initially at intermittent time while driving, now illuminated full-time. 2. vsc trac light illuminated (variable speed control) initially at intermittent time while driving, now illuminated full-time. 3. abs light illuminated (anti lock brakes) initially at intermittent time while driving, now illuminated full-time. abs now inoperable. tested to validate inoperable status - full brake lockup, no abs operation. variable speed control now inoperable. spun out twice recently in slow speed right hand off-camber turn on wet pavement.

2001 toyota sequoia, v-8, 2wd. vehicle vibrates when braking due to warped front rotors. rotors have been turned, but warp soon after due to heat buildup. the problem has been recognized by toyota and included in tsb-br000r-02, tsb-br001-03). new rotors and calipers are needed, but dealer will only replace for a fee as my vehicle is out of warranty. *jb

When the brake pedal was applied, there was a strong vibration in the steering wheel. there is a tsb br005-02 for this issue. *jb

Abnormal wear of brake pads. *nlm

2001 toyota sequoia has brake problems since we purchased it. we have the brakes replaced once and they need to be replaced again. the rotors have been replaced a few times. the vehicle shakes and vibrates when braking. we have been told that there is a problem with the size of the rotors which is causing this. we now have had the rotors shaved down to help with the problem. it is a quick fix for the problem, but always returns after a few weeks. *la

When backing the vehicle out of the driveway anti lock brakes would not lock, causing extended stopping distance. *ak

Front disc brakes wear out prematurely, and dealer did not inform the consumer that there was a service campaign for the front brake actuator upgrade at the time of repair. now several months later, dealer tells the consumer that the repair must be done by 36,000 miles. this service bulletin is a "product improvement campaign" which means that the front brakes do not work correctly, and newer, improved components will solve the brake problem. the brakes wear out prematurely, now viberate violently, and it is now difficult to stop the vehicle from rates of speed of 50 mph. this must be a safety issue!*ak

Bought a 2001 sequoia from dealer in march 01. started having brake problems within 5000 miles. took it to the dealer who claimed nothing was wrong, and proceeded to charge us over $500.00 for brake pad replacement. the truck now has about 50k on it and is not driven hard at all. front brake pads have had to be replaced about every 10k miles. now, the front end vibrates all over the place when coming to a slow stop. it does not vibrate as badly when stopping more suddenly.*ak

Brake pedal goes all the way down to the floor and the vehicle vibrates while driving on an incline . *ak

Brake pedal goes all the way down to the floor and vibration is present while driving on an incline. the driver is concerned that the brake light will stay on until the vehicle shuts off. *ak

While driving at any speed and when the brakes were applied the vehicle surged forward. dealer has tried to find the cause of the problem on six different occasions. also, when vehicle was at a stop light it trembled violently.*ak

2001 sequoia brakes shudder and worn out at 25,000 mi. rotors warped. dealer initially did not agree to install toyota's rotor upgrade per service bulletin (br005-02).*ak

I own a 2001 sequoia and have had several problems with the brakes and rotors. the car started shaking when braking at 7,000 miles. took it to the dealer and they fixed it. again at 20,000 it did the same thing. after much negotiating they fixed it again and this time they replaced some known problem parts. now at 30,000 it is doing the same thing and they are adamant that they will not cover the work. they have given me a # for the head toyota office but i know this will be useless. this is not what i expected from a $40,000 vehicle. *jb

1 month after repair of brake system, i continue to have severe brake vibration which is caused by undersized rotors and calipers on my 2001 toyota sequoia. i have been advised that further repair of existing setup will only result in similar failures

Purchased a toyota sequoia 7/01. been in and out of service ever since. we are currently on our 3rd set of brakes, 3rd trip computer, and 3rd set of tires, 2nd battery, 2nd amplifier. car only has 33,000 miles many other problems including some electrical. currently waiting for word from dealership on problems with transmission and fuel system. everything up to this point (except tires #3) has been covered by warranty. dealership got a case # with toyota so these problems will be covered if they persist. feel like we are on the path to a lemon. don't know how else to proceed. sent toyota a letter detailing problems, asking to possibly help us get into another vehicle. we are at the point where it is a new concern everyday with this car. help!!!!!!*ak

I am taking my 2001 toyota sequoia for the 4th time to have the rotors worked on. the first two times, they just turned them. the third time, they replaced them. this time they are replacing them. the truck only has 28,000 miles on it and i believe this is excessive for a new vehicle that i drive very carefully.

2001 toyota sequoia front caliber siezed, resulting in warping rotors by overheating creates front end braking vibration and less than normal stopping ability while towing

We have a toyota sequoia, the problems are the 4 wheel drive is not operating all the time. it does not engage sometimes and does not stay in 4 wheel drive. one example is my wife had six friends in the vehicle the 4 wheel drive did not stay engaged and the vehicle skid control made the engine loose power so she slid backwards down a hill. no one would ride in our 4wheel drive again. the vehicle skid control makes the engine loose power while in traffic. there is also a hesitation in the engine when accelerating from a complete stop. another problem is the braking system is not adequate for the vehicle. the entire front brakes had to be replaced. the vehicle has been in for the same repairs at least 10 times and is still not working the way it should. we have all the documentation for service on our sequoia. we have done internet research through nhtsa and have found the same problem with other toyota sequoia's. there was also a problem with the air conditioner having a bad oder from bacteria growing, the exhaust manifold was loose and the power window motors made a loud noise. we have filed a complaint on all the same problems with nhtsa, comsumer affairs of california and you. we want to pursue the lemon law and get our money back. we are currently working with toyota arbritration but are getting nowhere. we have had toyota's previously and had no problems with them. this vehicle is a lemon.

Warped rotors. *nlm

Vehicle skid control light, abs, and vsc off lights come on. get grinding noise from right front wheel as the abs applies the brake and steering wheel and vehicle pulls extremely to the right. almost loose control of vehicle if your not expecting it. this happens on dry pavement. *tr

Brake rotor vibration

Problems began at 14,647 miles on brand new vehicle. extreme pull to the right, shimmie, vibration while driving and braking, loss of vsc abilities. repeatedly have had to replace tires and brakes because of malfunction. tires are wearing to the metal in unconventional manner. toyota repeatedly disregarded and dismissed my concerns, telling me "the roads in az slant to the right, hence your vehicle will pull to the right". after two years of fighting with them regarding this, they now admit to caliper/drum problem but maintain i have to pay to correct it because now i am out of warranty. even though problems began at 14k miles, they contend this is my problem and not theirs. these are only a few of the problems i have had with this vehicle. this form requests a # of failures; i do not have a number to give you, as this has been a constant, chronic problem that has not ceased. i have had 4 sets of tires and replaced the brakes 4 times.*ak

We have a toyota sequoia, the problems are the 4 wheel drive is not operating all the time. it does not engage, when it does sometimes it does not stay in 4 wheel drive. one example is when my wife had six friends in the vehicle the 4 wheel drive did not stay engaged and the vehicle skid control made the engine loose power so she slid backwards down a hill. no one would ride in our 4 wheel drive again. the vehicle skid control activates at radom on dry pavement. the skid control makes the engine loose power while in traffic. there is also a hesitation in the engine when accelerating from a complete stop. another problem is the braking system is anot adequate for the vehicle. the entire front brakes had to be replaced. the vehicle has been in for the same reairs at least five times and is still not working the way it should. we have all the documentation for service on our sequoia. we have done internet research through the nhtsa and have found the same problem with other toyota sequoia's.

Brake problem presented itself by the vehicle vibrating when braking from high speed. all brakes required servicing and then replacement. emergency brake required adjusting three times within 20,000 miles. when only one window is open at speeds greater than 30 mph, causes severe pressure vibrations inside the vehicle interior. pressure vibrations extremely distracting and annoying.*ak

I bought a new 2001 toyota sequoia. the brake pads and rotors had to be replaced at 5,000. i now have 15,000 mi and both again have to be replaced because the car shivers when braking on a hill or suddenly. i have the extra care warranty (6 years, 100,000 miles), but the toyota dealer is saying it will occur again and that they cannot do anything about it, nor cover it again under warranty. i drive this car very carefully. i have kids and cannot afford to be braking hard all the time. brake problems in a busy, trafficky city like l.a. can be dangeroous. this is also a new car and seems like a manufacturing defect. i just wanted you to be aware of the problem in case other sequoia owners are experiencing the same problems. thank you.*ak

Anti- skid control system mode solenoid sensor/ abs brakes can activate at any random time. contacted dealer, and dealer stated there was nothing wrong with vehicle.*ak the skid control system activated five times during the first week of puchase, but had not occured since. however, the consumer does not feel confortable because of possibility of reoccurence. *yh