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Common Toyota Tundra problems
The Toyota Tundra is a popular pickup truck known for its reliability and durability, but like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues based on the search results:
- Engine Problems: According to CarComplaints.com, engine problems are the worst category of issues for the Toyota Tundra. The 2012 model year is rated as the worst due to higher repair costs and problems occurring at lower mileage.
- Transmission Failure: Premature transmission failure has been reported in some Toyota Tundra models, particularly the 2012 model year. This issue can result in significant repair costs and requires attention from the dealer or a professional mechanic.
These common problems with the Toyota Tundra are based on complaints from owners and should be considered when purchasing, maintaining, or repairing this vehicle.
What year is the most reliable Tundra?
FAQs: Most Reliable Toyota Tundra Years
A: The most reliable years for the Toyota Tundra are generally considered to be the first generation, particularly 2000, 2002, and 2006. The second generation, 2007, 2010, and 2014, are also good for reliability.
What year of Toyota Tundra had the most problems?
Q: What are the Toyota Tundra years to avoid? A: The 2007 and 2012 Toyota Tundra models are the years you should avoid. The 2007 Tundra had numerous complaints about engine problems, including complete engine failure, air injection pump failure, and knocking pistons.
Is the Toyota Tundra reliable?
The 2024 Toyota Tundra has a predicted reliability score of 78 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
What are the complaints about Toyota Tundra?
Top Toyota Tundra Problems
- Ticking Noise From Failed Exhaust Manifold. ...
- Toyota Recall For Lower Ball Joint Issue. ...
- AIR injection Pump failure. ...
- Oxygen Sensor May Fail. ...
- Loud Vacuum Cleaner Noise on Cold Start. ...
- Pink Coolant in Reservoir and Transmission Slipping. ...
- Rear Frame Crossmember Corrosion.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Toyota Tundra years
We have researched Toyota problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Toyota Tundra cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Toyota Tundra model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Toyota Tundra model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Toyota Tundra years
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Toyota Tundra car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Toyota Tundra , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Structure problems
- Service brakes problems
- Suspension problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Tundra vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Tundra model years
A total of 324 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Tundra model years
There were a total of 33 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Tundra model years
There were a total of 240 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Tundra model years
There were a total of 12 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 5649 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Tundra . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Tundra vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Toyota Tundra 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-24
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 5TFJA5AB6NX
- Components: LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: LTA feature engaged out of nowhere and my dashboard lit up with red, green and yellow warnings all at once and made my truck swerve back and forth and prevented me from having any control and steered me directly into oncoming traffic almost causing me to have a head on collision. Also the brakes automatically come on out of nowhere for no reason and has almost given me whiplash. I just had major neck surgery with plates and screws put in my cervical spine and if this keeps happening I'm going to need another surgery.
Toyota Tundra 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-24
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-24
- VIN: 5TFUW5F15CX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS
- Summary: Temperature Seat switches are not working, fire hazard does to malfunctioning.
Toyota Tundra 2022
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 5TFJA5BCXNX
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V381000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Toyota Tundra 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-21
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-22
- VIN: 5TFNC5DB6RX
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Note came on display Loss of power
Toyota Tundra 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-11
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-21
- VIN: 5TFMA5DB9PX
- Components: STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: My son was driving our 2023 Toyota Tundra (non-hybrid) at approximately 25-30 miles an hour when the engine shut down. He had difficulty steering but was able to safely brake to a stop in the middle of the road. Cars were forced to pass him on the shoulder. He was unable to restart the engine for what he estimates was approximately one minute. He was finally able to restart the engine and drive home. The next day I drove it to the Toyota dealer. The engine stalled on me one block from the dealer on a busy intersection. I was able to get it restarted, out of traffic and into the dealership where it sits today. There were no apparent symptoms with the vehicle prior to it stalling on my son. I received an engine failure warning message when the vehicle stalled on me. The dealership looked at the engine and stated that there is lose debris in the engine. The dealership has stated that they are unable to give me a diagnoses letter or a repair order at this time. Once they repair is made, they can give me something in writing. This issue appears to be similar Safety Recall 24TA07. However, Toyota is stating that my vehicle does not fall under 24TA07. It appears have a vehicle with an engine stall safety issue that is not attached to a recall.
Toyota Tundra 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-15
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-21
- VIN: 5TFLA5DB8PX
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge failed to properly display the accurate amount of fuel in the tank. In addition, the contact stated that occasionally while driving at various speeds, the fuel gauge indicated that there was more fuel in the tank than the actual fuel level. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that the local dealer was contacted several times in the past; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 11,000.
Toyota Tundra 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-10
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-21
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5TFRM5F1XKX
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving on a service road at approximately 45 MPH, an oncoming vehicle did not obey a stop sign pertaining to them and proceeded to crash into the rear drivers side of the contacts vehicle, which resulted in the contact losing control of their vehicle and crashing into the platform of an 18 wheeler. The contact stated that no airbags were deployed. The contacts vehicle was towed to his residence. No warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed. The Contacts vehicle was destroyed, the vehicle that crashed into him did not incur any damage. There were three people injured, seated amongst the drivers, front passenger, and rear passenger seat. The contact stated that they had strong back pain and left knee pain, the contact is waiting for his appointment with a clinic next week. The individual in the passenger seat of the vehicle suffered bruises on their left arm and rear back pain, the passenger seated in the rear passenger seat suffered bruising on their right arm and rear back pain as well. Nobody else outside of the vehicle was injured. Medical treatment was only needed for the contact. The contacts vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or a local dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
Toyota Tundra 2021
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-23
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-21
- VIN: 5TFDY5F10MX
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that after inserting the fuel nozzle into the vehicle, fuel spilled back out of the vehicle onto the leg of the contact. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate or determine the cause of the failure. The failure reoccurred approximately one year later, and the dealer was unable to duplicate or determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that during the failures the fuel tank had approximately a quarter tank of fuel and the vehicle had been driven for approximately six hours on an extremely hot day while the air temperature was above 105 degrees. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 18,000.
Toyota Tundra 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-20
- VIN: 5TFMC5DB5PX
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: 265/60R20 112H ALL 4 TIRES HAVE EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE EDGES, Lewis Toyota serviced the vehicle on 10/16/24 and recommended new tires, the vehicle has 16920 miles. Truck was in to dealer for 5000, 10000, and now 16000 mile service. Vehicle has been maintained to factory recommendations.
Toyota Tundra 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 5TFNA5DB3PX
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Vehicle stereo volume does not mute when a text message is received and being read out loud.
Toyota Tundra 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 5TFWA5DB1RX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The gauge fails to display the correct fuel level, especially when the fuel is below a certain threshold, which raises concerns about the accuracy of the reading and the overall safety of the vehicle. It will show full when really fuel is 1/2 tank
Toyota Tundra 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-16
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-17
- VIN: 5TBDT44126S
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The truck as a whole is in immaculate condition with absolutely no other issues other than the frame is completely rotting away. Holes on multiple pieces of the frame well above the six of a quarter.
Toyota Tundra 2024
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
- VIN: 5TFMC5DB6RX
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Radio volume knob broke within few months with light use due to manufacturing quality
Toyota Tundra 2023
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-15
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-15
- VIN: 5TFJA5DB5PX
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving at highways speeds then engine suddenly shuts off, had lost of power steering. This happens around 11pm luckily Not many cars were around and was able to pull over safely. Also the battery is bad it didn’t turn on randomly one day then I jumpstarted it and it kept happening, same day I took it into Toyota service under warranty and they said it was supposedly “good” according to their test. Left to a trip next day and again it not turn on. I purchased a new one thru autozone.
Toyota Tundra 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-13
- VIN: 5TBDV581X7S
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Undercoating of vehicle was not properly installed causing the frame to rust out creating a serious safety concern as the fuel tank can fall from the vehicle due to extensive rust. Toyota is aware of this situation however refuses to repair the problem.
Latest 5 recalls Toyota Tundra
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 219 recalls for different components of the Toyota Tundra.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Toyota Tundra 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-10-15
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: TIRES:SIDEWALL
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. The passenger-side front and rear tires may have inner sidewall damage, which can cause a sudden loss of tire pressure.
- Consequence: A sudden loss of tire pressure can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TA12.
- Model: Toyota Tundra 2024
- Report Received Date: 2024-07-23
- Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
- Model: Toyota Tundra 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-07-23
- Manufacturer: Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
- Model: Toyota Tundra 2023
- Report Received Date: 2024-05-30
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Lexus LX600 vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
- Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 29, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available. The remedy will be launched in four phases beginning in December 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB07/24TA07 and 24LB04/24LA04.
- Model: Toyota Tundra 2022
- Report Received Date: 2024-05-30
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Lexus LX600 vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
- Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 29, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available. The remedy will be launched in four phases beginning in December 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB07/24TA07 and 24LB04/24LA04.
Latest negative Toyota Tundra car reviews
Latest positive Toyota Tundra car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2006
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with my truck. I bought it new and it's been a great ride so far. It has 87K miles on it and I've only ever needed to do oil service. It's a very dependable and sharp truck. The only downside is that it doesn't get great fuel mileage and the turning radius isn't the best. But overall, it looks great and I've never had any issues with it breaking down.
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Vehicle year: 2008
This truck is fantastic for the price! They offer a wide range of colors and models. I have a Toyota Tundra double cab with runners on the side and a Tundra mat in the bed. I recently traded in my 2008 Toyota Tacoma for this truck and I must say, the Tundra is far superior. It has much more room and is incredibly comfortable.
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Vehicle year: 2010
I'm glad to hear that you chose the Tundra! It sounds like you made a great choice based on its looks, style, ride, and quality. The 5.7L engine also seems to be performing well for you with a decent 16.5 mpg around town. It's great to hear that you haven't experienced any issues with the cam sensor so far. With so many options available for the same price as a standard F-150, it's no wonder you love it! I would definitely recommend picking one up.
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Vehicle year: 2009
Your truck sounds amazing! With 185k miles and towing 4k-7k lbs trailers its entire life, it's impressive that you've only had to replace the rear wheel bearing and valve cover gasket on one side in the last 12 years. The seats sound extremely comfortable, and it's great to hear that you've been able to take long trips without any issues. While the gas mileage may be low, it's definitely worth it for the size and power of the truck. It's no wonder you have no desire to sell it!
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Vehicle year: 2006
I recently purchased a 2006 Tundra 4x4 TRD and I'm really enjoying it so far. While I haven't had it for very long, everything seems to be going well. I know that many people have concerns about its fuel efficiency, but I've heard that installing a K&N filter and a better exhaust can help improve mileage. I plan on doing this soon and will keep you updated. In the past, I owned a 2000 Ford F250 4x4 V-10 which was quite thirsty, which is why I no longer have it. However, I loved it while I had it. Currently, my Toyota gets between 17 to 19 miles per gallon, but it's still in the break-in period. Overall, I'm really happy with the truck as it rides really nicely.
Are you having problems with your Toyota Tundra?
Trystan Leffler 2025-07-12
Vehicle year: 2023
Although I have purchased quite a few Tundras from Toyota over the years, I have decided not to buy anything else from them after experiencing an issue with the air bank system in my Toyota Tundra XSP. Unfortunately, moisture was able to enter the air bank system, causing corrosion to the air bank system pump and sensor. While Toyota knew about the problem and subsequently redesigned the air intake flukes that were the root cause, they did not recall the trucks that were manufactured with the bad design flukes. Instead, they sent a notification to their consumers stating that the check engine light must come on and indicate a code for the air bank system failure before a certain mileage limit. Although my check engine light came on while driving on the interstate, the dealership would not do the repair for free because I was 500 miles over the mileage limit for them to do the repair for free. While I believe that the malfunction of the air bank system was due to bad engineering design and definitely a safety issue, I understand that Toyota has its own policies and procedures. I hope that Toyota will take responsibility for their products and improve their customer service in the future.
Adan Bosco 2025-07-11
Vehicle year: 2024
Although I have purchased quite a few Tundras from Toyota over the years, I have decided not to buy anything else from them after experiencing an issue with the air bank system in my Toyota Tundra XSP. Unfortunately, moisture was able to enter the air bank system, causing corrosion to the air bank system pump and sensor. While Toyota knew about the problem and subsequently redesigned the air intake flukes that were the root cause, they did not recall the trucks that were manufactured with the bad design flukes. Instead, they sent a notification to their consumers stating that the check engine light must come on and indicate a code for the air bank system failure before a certain mileage limit. Although my check engine light did come on, it was after the mileage limit and caused a safety issue while driving on the interstate. Despite this, the dealership would not do the repair for free because the corporation denied them the $2,800.00 repair fee, stating that it was my responsibility. While I understand that Toyota has had some issues with their products in the past, I hope that they will take responsibility for their mistakes and work to improve their products in the future.
Randal Grady 2025-07-06
Vehicle year: 2023
The 2023 Tundra TRD Pro's electrical issues can be resolved with confidence. Although accessing the harness may require some level of intrusion, our team of experts will ensure that the vehicle is restored to its original state with precision and care.
Noel Daugherty 2025-07-03
Vehicle year: 2015
I chose the tundra over the GM products I would usually buy due to Toyota's reputation for quality. When you get in it, you realize this truck is a Toyota in name only. However, the 5.7 liter V8 engine is the best part of this truck, with huge torque that never feels like it doesn't have enough power when towing a heavy trailer. The seats are also very comfortable and large enough for bigger people. Although the HVAC control panel has a cheap look and feel to it, the air comes from the panel vents at all times and cannot be shut off, which is normal operation. Overall, this truck seems very capable of doing what it was built for, and its resale value seems above average for its segment. However, the interior materials and many of the mechanical bits are the same as its American counterparts, and the engine seems mechanically noisy with a knocking sound that permeates the cab at idle. Additionally, the transmission works well but is inconsistent in when and how it shifts, and there is no auto transfer case available. Fuel economy is also not great, with only 12 mpg combined, 17 low speed highway, and 15 high speed highway. Only time will tell if it holds up to Toyota's reputation.
Paolo Feil 2025-07-02
Vehicle year: 2018
The 2018 Tundra Limited did not meet my expectations. The pedestrian sensors were overly sensitive and activated unnecessarily on numerous occasions. Additionally, Toyota removed the driver's access handles, which was problematic for me as a disabled individual and could not be resolved with modifications. The navigation system was also inaccurate, even after installing the latest update from Toyota, causing me to miss an appointment by directing me to a location 8 miles away. The cruise control would turn off without any other traffic in the area. Furthermore, the seat comfort did not compare to that of the 2013 Tundra. As a result, I lost 7K when I traded for a 2013 Tundra. In my experience, the 2013 Tundra is the best truck I have ever owned. I highly recommend considering it. After all, I have owned four Tundras.