2002 Toyota Sequoia Wheels Problems
5 owner-reported wheels complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Wheels Recalls (1)
WHEELS
ON CERTAIN 4X2 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN ALLOY WHEEL TIRE UPGRADE (OPTIONS WM4, WM8, ZL1-ZL4, DH4, OR DH5) INSTALLED BY THE PROCESSING CENTERS IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA OR COMMERCE, GEORGIA, A LABEL IDENTIFYING THE SPARE TIRE AS A TEMPORARY USE SPARE TIRE WAS NOT INSTALLED. THE UPGRADE INCLUDES 4 LARGER SIZE TIRES WITH ALLOY WHEELS. THE ORIGINAL SPARE TIRE/STEEL WHEEL IS NOT PART OF THE UPGRADE AND WAS NOT CHANGED.
Fix: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CAUTION LABEL AND AN INSERT FOR THEIR OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
Owner Complaints (5)
Your vehicle randomly flashes VBS, ABS, and traction control warning lights. When turning or braking, you may hear beeping and grinding sounds with a pulsing sensation in the brake pedal that makes it harder to brake effectively. In one instance at low speed, your steering wheel drifted and your tires felt like they were floating when you applied the brakes. The issue likely involves inspection and possible replacement of ABS sensors, brake components, or wheel bearings that may be affecting your braking and stability systems.
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I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY IN MY TOYOTA WHEN I HERD A LOUD SOUND SO I PULLED THECAR OVER AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK I BELIVE THE LUGNUT MIGHT BE FAULTY OR WORN DOWNTO BRING MY CAR TO MY GRAND PAWS HOUSE . THE WHEEL WAS BROKE LAYING FLAT ON THE GROYND
SINCE THE DATE INDICATED (NOV.29,2013) THE TRACK OFF LIGHTS AND SYSTEM IN MY SEQUOIA GETS ACTIVATED WITHOUT ROAD CONDITIONS WHICH JUSTIFY IT.I FELT A STRONG NOISE AND LOST POWER AND HAD A DANGEROUS SITUATION BECAUSE OF THE SUDDEN STOP OR LOSS OF ACCELERATION. TOOK IT TO TOYOTA AND TOLD SENSORS AND COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT GREAT COST , BUT WITH NO GUARANTEE OF DEFINITE SOLUTION.I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE INVOLVING ANTI- SKID AND TRACK SYSTEM WHICH NEED TO BE ATTENDED TO PROMPTLY.CAN YOU HELP? *TR
DT: NEEDS TO CHANGE THE TIRES ON HIS CAR AND CAN NOT GET THE WHEELS OFF. CALL TOYOTA THEY SAID THAT KEEP TRING AND GO TO DEALER WILL ADISE OR TAKE CARE OF PROBLEM. TOOK OFF LUGS AND SERCURTY LOCK OFF AND STILL CANT GET THE TIRE OFF. TRIED FRONT AND REAR TIERS. THIS IS A WHEEL PROBLEM ON MY TOYOTA 4 RUNNER SR5. *AK
WHILE DRIVING, THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THERE WAS SOME TYPE OF POLE STICKING OUT. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. TOYOTA TOLD THE CONSUMER THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB