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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5TDZT38A65S249422 · Checked Oct 24, 2026
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5TDZT38A65S•••••• 2005 Toyota SEQUOIA

This build is quieter than most: 3 complaints against 6 for the average 2005 Toyota SEQUOIA build.

3on this build
287on the model
52builds in total
Most reported Engine 2 Air Bags 2 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1

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Air Bags Aug 2016
Vsc vsc traction control lights comes on as well as the check engine light. The vehicle accelerates poorly. This makes for a very dangerous situation because the vehicle can slow dramatically at highway speeds. Lights go off for a little while when the battery is disconnected…
Engine Aug 2013
My sequoia will all of a sudden stop accelerating while driving. Trac light and vsc light and check engine light came on. I had to turn the ignition off and back on to get it moving again...I took it straight to the toyota dealership. They did several tests. All but one test…
Air Bags Aug 2016
Takata recall. Called a local toyota dealer months ago who told me they would call when parts are available. Still waiting for a call. This airbag situation is dangerous and greatly limits the use of this vehicle as spouse will no longer drive it and I am able to use it on a…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5TDZT38A65S249422 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.