2004 Toyota Sequoia anti skid electronic component sensor light comes on then engine shuts down in turns when not needed and on dry roads. Extremely dangerous!

- Londonderry , NH, USA

2004 Toyota Sequoia failed skid control ECU. Toyota is not willing to repair as part of a warranty and it should be a recalled part by Toyota motors.

- Snoqualmie, WA, USA

Problem with ECU unit, vsc trac and trac off light coming on in vehicle. The brakes were recently changed and it is now making a screeching noise. Something is not right. When I purchased this vehicle and took it to Toyota for some other recall they told me that my ECU unit needed to be changed. The ECU unit is now on recall but they are restricting it to only 2003 model. I have a 2004 & it has the same problem the 2003 has. I feel sorry for all the money they had to pay out with other defects but I feel if there is a problem then they should own up to it and fix it. My vehicle is also losing power on turns and I think it is from this same issue based on the forums I have read. This can be dangerous especially when making turns in oncoming traffic. I would feel really bad for Toyota if I were to get in an accident for something they can own up to and just repair in good faith. Very frustrated consumer.

- Margate, FL, USA

The vsc and trac lights come on intermittently.the vehicle will also dramatically de-accelerate. There is also a smell like smoke. After shutting the vehicle off and later restarting all was ok. Toyota is very aware of this problem. Such a problem occurring especially at higher speeds could result in loss of control of vehicle leading to a serious accident with potential for numerous fatalities. Toyota had a recall for exactly the same problem on it"S 2003 model, but nothing for the 2004. Considering their most recent problems with acceleration I certainly would have expected by now that the NHTSA would have investigated and mandated that Toyota correct this problem before a serious accident...not after the fact. Again, this is a well documented fact on Toyota own website. Numerous complaints have been filed to no avail. Their refusal to recall and rectify the situation should be a wake up call to the NHTSA. If I hear nothing more on this matter, I will assume neither Toyota nor the NHTSA is concerned about this potentially disastrous defect.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

The vsc warning light and sometimes brake warning light will come one in 2004 Toyota Sequoia. There appears to be nothing wrong with the vehicle but it looses power when this happens and hesitates when you are making a turn. Toyota has come out with a recall for Sequoia 2003 and have a technical bulletin discussing 2003 - 2005, however Toyota refuses to do anything since my vehicle is not included in the current recall.

- Tempe, AZ, USA

On Friday, July 30, 2010, my 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5 suddenly disengaged in the middle of oncoming traffic with loss of power; dashboard lights vsc, brake, and trac lights, illuminating, loud metal skidding noise coming from underneath, and subtle burning smell all happening simultaneously as it cruised in fatigue-mode the rest of the way. Scared the life out of me as all I could do was pray that a tractor trailer was not behind me in full speed as they so often do on major roadways. As the truck continued to glide and drivers honking for me to clear the way, I proceeded to nearest Toyota dealership. I reached closest Toyota dealership service dept. For them to examine root cause of issue. Rather than them explaining to me why issue occurred, they quickly concluded need for ABS skid control computer, part# 89541-0C062, with diagnostic test results dtc1223 ABS control, C1247 stroke sensor, and C1310 active booster solenoid and wanted to charge $$$$ number of thousand dollars. I called Toyota corporate not satisfied with results and Corp suggested I get data from dealership's diagnostic for further analysis by my selling/home dealership. I asked servicing dealership for data and they admitted they had erased it and it was no longer available; and said they cannot look into black-box unless mandated by law or by corporate tech support. I then wrote Toyota president Mr. Steve St. Angelo and he forwarded it to exec. Customer relations. Customer rel vowed to pay repairs on reimbursement terms if I find Toyota dealer who is willing to repair the truck. I called servicing dealer and they refuse to fix without same-day payment by Toyota corporate. I asked my selling/ dealership who at first agreed to repair the truck then rengaged stating that since former dealership "erased the code" they have no way of confirming issue and if changed ABS box and truck's further issues later, they would be held liable. In meantime, I am urgent need of my truck; please help.

- Norcross, GA, USA

2004 Toyota Sequoia. Emergency brake, traction control system, and traction control system off dashboard lights come on randomly during vehicle operation leading the operator to believe the emergency brake is activated and/or the traction control system is malfunctioning. Problem occurs randomly (every few minutes) during vehicle operation. No repair completed. Numerous reports of same failure are cited on several internet websites.

- Leesburg, VA, USA

Noticed trac defect light on, vsc light on, engine light on. The Toyota service people stated it needed a vsc control ECM that will cost over $1600 and so we are waiting to hear if there will be a recall as there are many, may complaints listed with you and on other websites.

- Gilbert, AZ, USA

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while driving the vsc service light illuminated on the dashboard and the vehicle began to decelerate. The vehicle lost power and would not begin to accelerate again until the vehicle slowed down to a lower unknown speed. The failure recurred intermittently and was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that there was a failure within the computer that controls the vehicle stabilization control system. The vehicle was in the process of having the ECU replaced. The failure and current mileages were 70,000.

- Candia, NH, USA

I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia VIN number [xxx]. on 6/15/10 I experienced loss of vehicle control related to the vehicle stabilization and braking system computer. Three lights lit up on the dash (vsc, trac, and brake) and then upon braking there was a grab release sensation that I was unable to control. I was driving approximately 30 mph when this occurred. I was forced to pull over and shut the vehicle down to reset the computer. This has happened 5 times in the last year, but none as severe as on 6/15/10. Other experiences were at lower speeds. I have reported the incident to Toyota ( conf# [xxx]) but am dissatisfied that this is not a recall. This is a true safety concern for me as I have a newborn child that rides in this car often. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Tallahassee, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that the vehicle stablility control (vsc) lights would turn on and off. The vehicle stability control (vsc) system would activate at low speeds for a few seconds during acceleration from a stopped position. The contact called the local dealership was informed that he would have to pay for a diagnostic test or $2000 in repair costs. The contact called the manufacturer who also stated that there were no recalls or warranties and that he had to pay for the repairs. The failure and current mileages were approximately 53,000.

- Holtsville, NY, USA

Brake light had been coming on when starting the car and while driving for at least the last 6 months. This last week the check engine light along with vsc trac and trac off lights came on. I had the dealership check the SUV and was told there was failure in the skid control computer which needed to be replaced. Also told the dealership that 4 wheel drive was hard to engage, but they were not able to duplicate the problem.

- Franklin, TN, USA

I was traversing a driveway covered with about 6 inches of snow. The drive slopped slightly to the right. My speed was less than 10mph. Suddenly the Sequoia started to slide sideways to the right. I stepped on the accelerator to regain control. The stability control activated and prevented any acceleration. I slid sideways down the hill and was stopped when I slid into a pine tree.

- Mission Viejo, CA, USA

Battery in 2004 Toyota Sequoia went dead. Put the battery on charge. After charging was complete I put the key in the ignition to start the car. I started the car and smoke poured out from under the hood. I immediately turned the ignition off and opened the hood to find the ABS computer smoking with flames. I quickly put out the flame with a thick blanket and noticed smoke shooting through a hole burned in the computer. I am still researching this issue...thank god my family was not in this car when this happened.

- Cumming, GA, USA

2004 Toyota Sequoia front wheel and rear differential bearing failure at 29,606 miles while on vacation from northern to southern California. Dealership and Toyota would not cover under warranty even with such low miles. I had to pay $1,342.59 plus 3 nights of hotel bills before returning to northern California. Refer to complaint confirmation number (ODI) 10285663. Old parts were not returned to me as requested upon paying for repairs as calif. Bar requirement. Also have the problem with cornering/accelerating, which original dealership said was "no"T a problem, as described on 4/28/10 recall. This vehicle was built in 2003. Waiting for Toyota's may letter of recall for action.

- San Leandro, CA, USA

I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia, the vsc off, vsc on, brake light goes on time after time. The brakes sometimes feel like they will not work. There are so many complaints on this issue, hopefully Toyota will do something about this. This problem can cause life injuries and even death. I have stayed dedicated to Toyota and hoping for there honest mistake.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

Stability controls.

- Cumberland, RI, USA

I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia with 60K miles and the electronic vehicle stability control computer needs to be replaced. Toyota has dismissed this as an issue for the past year I have complained to them. After doing research on the internet, seems like it's a known issue to many owners of this car. More lies and deception from Toyota. Seems to be a common practice. They should recall the truck, I'm not paying $2,000 to fix the problem. I've spent a fortune repairing this truck!

- Merrick, NY, USA

My wife was exiting the highway in our 2004 Toyota Sequoia when she heard beeping coming from the instrument panel and noticed the vsc/stability light on. She applied the vehicle brakes on the exit ramp and heard a grinding noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The weather conditions at the time of this event were dry and sunny. She was far enough away from other vehicles that it is undetermined if any increased braking distance happened as a result of this. Right after the braking/grinding, the vsc light went out and normal operation resumed.

- San Angelo, TX, USA

I was driving my 2004 Toyota Sequoia SUV and had to proceed with a sudden stop and the braking system suffered a malfunction which resulted in last of braking preassure and some kind of strange sound. This was almost an accident, I was lucky not to hit the car in front. I changed the brakes, and had my SUV inspected in the Toyota dealer just to find out that there is a big problem with Tundra, Sequoias, and land cruisers from 2003 to 2005 with the electronic stability control module which affect the brake system and the traction control system, aprox when car reach 45,000 miles and no recall have been made. The repair part cost 1,500 up to 2,300 dollars. I found hundred of customer complains with brake and control system in www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint//2004.

- Trujillo Alto, PR, USA