What weaknesses does the Toyota Sequoia XK60 have?

	Weakness	Cost
✖	Secondary air injection pump failure — P2440/P2441/P2442 The 3UR-FE V8 in the Sequoia XK60 is notorious for secondary air injection pump failures. Moisture enters the system, blocking the switching valves and destroying the pump. Error codes P2440/P2441/P2442, limp mode possible. Toyota extended the warranty on 2008–2010 models to 10 years / 150,000 miles (TSB POL 11-05). Repair cost $1,600–$4,000. Symptoms: Check engine light, P2440/P2441/P2442 codes, VSC warning light, poor acceleration especially on cold start from 100,000 km Ad secondary air injection pump Sequoia 3UR-FE 17610-0S010 air switching valve Sequoia XK60 Hewitt bypass kit Toyota Sequoia air pump	High
✖	Recall: Denso low-pressure fuel pump (NHTSA 20V-012) 2018–2019 Sequoia XK60: the Denso low-pressure fuel pump can block and stall the engine. NHTSA campaign 20V-012 — free pump replacement at dealership. Symptoms: Engine stalls without warning, extended cranking, warning lights	Low

NHTSA Owner Complaints

Below average

108 complaints · 2008–2022

Engine & Cooling

Body & Paint

Brakes

9 ⚠ 2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine & Cooling (16 complaints)

⚠ Body & Paint (16 complaints)

⚠ Brakes (9 complaints)

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 12 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Sequoia XK60 (2008–2022) — 6 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. One problem engine: 3UR-FE (5.7L V8). Typical issues affect Other, Steering, Rust, HVAC.

Sequoia (3UR-FE, 2008–2022) — Stay Away!: Ventile im Emissionssystem korrodieren fest. Fahrzeug drosselt auf ~50 km/h. Besonders frühe 2nd Gen (2007-2010) in feuchtem Klima., Air Injection Pump Failure (THE 3UR-FE Issue), RTV-Dichtmasse zwischen Nockenwellenturm und Zylinderkopf altert und versagt. Öl tropft auf Abgaskrümmer — Brand- und Rauchrisiko. Toyota hat keinen Rückruf gestartet. 20 Arbeitsstunden beim Händler.. Power: 381 PS.

What to watch out for with the Toyota Sequoia? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Sequoia XK60 have? +

The Toyota Sequoia XK60 has 6 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.

What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Sequoia XK60? +

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Which engine is recommended? +

None of the available engines are rated 'Good Choice'. Stay away! The most fun to drive is the 3UR-FE (5.7L V8). Problem engine: 3UR-FE (5.7L V8) — stay away!

Which Toyota Sequoia XK60 engine is the most fun? +

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Sequoia XK60 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} The 3UR-FE turns the Sequoia XK60 into a serious machine for heavy hauling. 386 hp and a sonorous V8 rumble — when towing needs reach 8,500 lbs, this engine answers without complaint. Fuel economy is poor, but the driving experience is timeless.

Is the Toyota Sequoia XK60 worth buying used? +

Caution is advised with the Toyota Sequoia XK60 — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.

What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Sequoia XK60? +

The Toyota Sequoia XK60 is available with engine variants from 381 to 386 hp. Petrol: 3UR-FE (5.7L V8).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee