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2006 Chevrolet HHR vs 2006 Toyota Sequoia

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2006 Chevrolet HHR2006 Toyota Sequoia
NHTSA complaints1,006202
Recall campaigns58
Service bulletins (TSBs)758218
Investigations02
Crash reports477
Fire reports80
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)22–2314–15
Median reported incident mileage71,000 mi91,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet HHRToyota Sequoia
Steering4584
Electrical System22217
Structure11945
Air Bags6346
Power Train8213
Latches/locks/linkages706
Service Brakes, Hydraulic458
Engine3911

Symptoms owners describe

Steering problems880
Stalling708
Loss of power457
Vibration / shaking378
Rust / corrosion3238
Check engine light228
Clunking / rattling120
Water leaks110

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.