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2012 Toyota Sequoia

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 Sequoia.

Body SUV

The 2012 Toyota Sequoia is an SUV utilizing 7.9 quarts of 0W-20 or 5W-20 API engine oil. This model year recorded 20 total owner complaints and 4 recalls, with the electrical system identified as the primary area of concern. Within the broader model history spanning 2001 to 2022, the 2012 version sits well below the 2002 peak of 692 complaints, trending toward the 2022 low of a single complaint.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.9 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type0W-20 / 5W-20 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque97 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 27F · 710 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9672335028. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 27F · 710 CCAOEM · verified

Tail / brake / turnTURNOEM · verified

Tire sizeP275-65R18OEM · verified

Wheel / rim8-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	9672335028 alt 9030179006
Engine air filter	178010S010
Spark plug	9091901191
Front wiper blades	852220C030 alt 852120C030
Serpentine belt	90916A2033
Thermostat	1632670020 alt 160310S010
Cabin air filter	8713907010 alt 8713950100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	205.1 in
Overall width	79.9 in
Overall height	74.8 in
Wheelbase	122 in
Curb weight	5983 lb
Track (front / rear)	67.3 / 68.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	51/49

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Sequoia of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.2–7.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.20 sec — 2008 Limited

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2008	Limited 5.7L V8	6.20 sec	14.70 sec	381 hp	4x4
2008	SR5 5.7L 5.7L V8	6.50 sec	15.00 sec	381 hp	4x4
2008	Platinum 5.7L V8	6.60 sec	15.20 sec	381 hp	4x4
2016	Platinum 5.7L V8	6.70 sec	15.30 sec	381 hp	4x4
2017	Platinum 5.7L V8	6.60 sec	15.20 sec	381 hp	4x4
2018	TRD Sport 5.7L V8	6.80 sec	15.20 sec	381 hp	4x4
2020	TRD Pro 5.7L V8	7.00 sec	15.30 sec	381 hp	4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.9 qt of 0W-20 / 5W-20 API engine oil, 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 97 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	2.2
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	4.4 Pints
Engine Oil	0W-20 · API · 5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity	7.9 qt
Engine Oil	0W-20 · API · 5W-20

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	221 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	221 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	30.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	30.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	97 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	249 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	251 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Denso
Spark Plug Gap	0.039
Spark Plug Torque	15 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	.90-1.25 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	4.95 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	27F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	710 cca
Standard BCI Group Number	27F

Service checks

Pressure Test	17 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	176-183 °F
Pressure Test	17 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	176-183 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum	41.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum	42.0 psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle	73 ft-lbs / 70 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket	65 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.039 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.0019 in / 0.0059 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	1.26 in / 0.709 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	1.14 in / 0.63 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

30 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

30 ft. lbs

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

30 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

30 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

22 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

22 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi.

Every 5,000 mi	Brake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 10,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate)
Every 30,000 mi	Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
At 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 100,000 mi	Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 120,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record demonstrates a drastic long-term decline in consumer complaints across the provided timeline, falling from a high of 692 in 2002 to just 20 for the 2012 model year. Although complaints rose slightly from 17 in 2011 to 20 in 2012, the recall count dropped significantly to 4, improving upon the 10 and 7 recalls recorded in 2010 and 2011. The 2012 data includes 322 Technical Service Bulletins and one investigation, with top complaint areas restricted to single-digit counts in the electrical system, structure, and service brakes. There are zero reported crash or fire complaints for this year, and subsequent model years from 2013 onward generally maintain this low-volume complaint profile. Based on the reduced recall activity and absence of critical safety complaints compared to earlier years, the 2012 Sequoia appears to be a reliable year to purchase.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

322

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 20 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System4

Structure3

Service Brakes3

Fuel/Propulsion System1

Steering,Suspension,Wheels1

Engine1

Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1

Electronic Stability Control (Esc),Service Brakes1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

13V014000Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-InactiveReported 16/01/2013

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year… Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21…

13V123000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 09/04/2013

Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and… Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 322 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev2	2026-01-07	Unknown Or Other	Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…
T-SB-0061-23 Rev2	2024-12-05	Structure	Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 27F battery Vehicles taking 7.9 qt Engine oil filter 9672335028 Engine air filter 178010S010 Spark plug 9091901191 Front wiper blades 852220C030

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2012 Sequoia take?

7.9 qt of 0W-20 API, 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2012 Sequoia have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.