2005 Toyota Sequoia Toyota Sequoia 2005

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2005 Toyota Sequoia repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (17%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (8%)

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2005 Toyota Sequoia brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Toyota Sequoia 4dr SUV

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

122000 mi Brake light is occasionally lighting up for no reason. There does't seem to be any problem but when I pulled the codes they seem unrelated to brakes. This problem is occurring every few weeks, and I'm beginning to ignore it. 
231000 mi

US $1005
The brake booster developed a vacuum leak that prevented me from having power brakes. 

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2005 Toyota Sequoia 4dr SUV

282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

127700 mi

US $575
Right front caliper seals failed, causing pads to drag and erratic braking. Shop replaced both front calipers. 
142000 mi

US $500
Car was making grinding noises under braking. Shop diagnosed as failed left rear caliper. Shop replaced both rear calipers, as well as pads and rotors. 
170300 mi

US $390
Toyota should have better VSC equipment installed; truck goes into limp mode when a brake/traction control fails. Toyota should have recalled these items, or repaired at no costs. 
200000 mi

US $350
Leaking brake line after dealer replaced rusty frame on recall. Also the front rotors were replaced. 

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2005 Toyota Sequoia Brake Problems

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