We have had ongoing problems with the air conditioning. It will cool off just enough so you know that it is blowing cool air, but not enough to cool off the car. We have had it replaced 3 times already and are going to take it in again. (very frustrating)
Over all, we love the SUV, but if we can't get the air conditioning problem worked out, we won't buy another Sequoia.
I have the exact same problem. I love it, but in Texas, the air con cycles and shuts off. It's got to be some computer snafu.
I have had problems with the AC in my Sequoia as well. I have had it in about 5-6 times and it still isn't right. At an idle it blows more like a fan than AC on days over 95. If the temp goes over 100 and you are stuck at a light or in traffic it's much worse. I also hear a whirring sound when the AC is turned on at an idle. I have been told that the unit is too small for the car and that there isn't anything that can be done. I am on my third summer with this vehicle and didn't have these problems the last two.
I've got a 2004 SR5 and after a hard rain, the air conditioner doesn't work at all. When it is on auto, the fan actually blows more cold air when I increase the temperature.
I also own a 2002 Toyota Sequoia. A/C worked great. Compressor went out in June04. Dealer replaced, but from that point on, A/C does not cool if temp is over about 87 degrees and up. In Texas this happens quite a bit.
Dealer has had it about 11 times now and still not right. We are running out of patience. I can't figure out why it worked good before. Toyota says they have service bull. on the compressor, but they sure messed something up.
I have a 2002 Sequoia with 56K on it. The air conditioner stopped working last week. The dealer said the compressor got metal in the system. Cost to me to fix $3600. Seems like Toyota should fix this!
I have a 2002 toyota sequoia with 44k miles on it. I recently went to the dealer and have my ac check. they diagnosed that the compressor is bad. I feel I don't have to pay this much money for the repair because the car is only 3 yrs old and it's a 40k plus suv. I have am more satisfied with my other car that only cost me 18k. I think toyota should fix this problem and there should be a recall on this problem.
Our Sequoia SR5 (2002, 80,000 miles) also has had the A/C compressor and clutch go out. The compressor froze after being used for three summers, which is hard to understand. Moreover, the compressor costs over $900, and the clutch is over $300, which an outrage. How on earth could a $900 compressor freeze up after three seasons?! Also, the auto parts stores don't have one -- I have to get it from Toyota. We purchased the Toyota to avoid repair charges like this -- I might be done with Toyotas now if this is the kind of thing that happens -- provide a lousy part on an astonishingly expensive vehicle and then charge a fortune to replace it when the part goes bad.
My A/C compressor went out too! I don't like using the A/C for myself I only use my A/C out of courtesy to guest in my vehicle. I went to my local dealer and told them that in the three and a half years I've had my Sequoia, it's been on no more than 15 times. The customer service representative is going to call headquarters on Monday to see if they will incur the cost. With what I've found in my Internet research it seems that Toyota has a defective compressor and they should do something to fix it.
Look into the recent recall by the NHTSA (Recall ID#05V225000) on the 2002 Sequoia. There's a problem with the Suspension:Front:Control Arm: Lower Ball Joint. You can lose steering control and crash. The recall is expected to begin July 15, 2005.
I own a 2002 Highlander. The air started blowing hot. Guess what? Yup bad compressor. I have had lots of toyotas and I have never had an air conditioner ever have an issue not even on very old models. I've done an Internet search and it looks like toyota has a definite problem with the air compressor on several of their models. I sure think a recall is in order.
2001 Sequoia SR5 - where do I start? Within the 1st year the rear main seal went, fortunately replaced under warranty.
In 2003 with approximately 43,000 miles the ABS/Anti Skid module failed, my dash is lit up like a Christmas Tree, cost to repair at minimum, $2000.00 Does not affect the brakes and Toyota won't compensate so it has not been repaired.
In 2004 with approximately 52,000 miles, the A/C compressor/clutch seized up. Purchased the "repair kit" from Toyota, cost for repair $2700. The compressor in the new repair kit seized immediately so the repair shop purchased another compressor. Prior to installation the shop was called by the Toyota dealership and was told not to install the compressor because the system was possibly contaminated with metal fragments. Guess what? It is! After 3 weeks of bickering with Toyota, repair shop was warranted for parts only and Toyota sent another kit... still awaiting repair.
If Toyota realizes the system is faulty (Technical Service Bulletin issued 2/2004) and they are manufacturing faulty replacement parts, why are they not assuming responsibility? We have been loyal Toyota owners for 20 years without complaint, but after the issues we've had with our Sequoia and Toyota we will not own another!
I have the 2002 Sequoia almost a year now. The AC works really well on nice days. When hot days, 80 degrees or higher, it wouldn't work at all or it takes about 30 minutes for it to start cooling down. This is the front only.
The AC on the back works perfectly all the time. My kids on the back were freezing cold. Weird huh?
I have 2002 sequoia and the compressor locked up on me. I should not have to fix this part so soon. toyota by my house said there wasnt a big prolem with the ac's in the sequoia. I beg to differ after reading these! something should be done!!!
Everyone has to call toyota corporate to enter there complaint. 1-800-331-4331 option 3 for operator.
I to own a sequoia with bad air 74000 miles called Toyota and their responds was it is not a safety issue there will be no recall the dealer wants 2600.00 to fix and the private repair places won't go near the car this is very wrong and something should be done about it.
3 Sep 05 I have had my toyota sequoia for 3 years with 83,000 miles. It seems my a/c was timed to go out like the other comments posted on this site. Lets get together and pray Toyota owns up to their reputable reputation and places a recall on their a/c units and replace them at no costs to the consumer. Good day!