2016 Toyota Tundra problems
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Common 2016 Toyota Tundra problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2016 Toyota Tundra, several common problems have been reported:
- Excessive Vibrations: Some owners have experienced excessive vibrations, typically within the first 10,000 miles. The main cause is improper alignment, which can be fixed for around $120. Additionally, transmission mounts may need to be changed, costing approximately $200.
- Trailer Brake Controller Issues: Owners have reported problems with the trailer brake controller around 25,000 miles. Both hydraulic and electric trailer brake functions may be affected. Reprogramming the controller usually resolves the issue, with a cost of around $150.
- Stereo System Restarting: At around 30,000 miles, some 2016 Tundra models have faced issues with the stereo system restarting. Software updates are available to enhance reliability, which can be installed by Toyota dealerships for about $50.
- Recalls: There are 6 recalls on the 2016 Tundra, including a serious one related to a steering gear leak that can lead to a loss of power steering assistance. Toyota will replace the power steering gear assembly for free on affected models. Other recalls cover airbags and other safety features.
- Fuel Pump Failure: The fuel pump is a critical component that, if faulty, can lead to poor performance, stalling, or jittering. While not extremely frequent, fuel pump failures have been reported across various model years of the Tundra.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System Issues: Both older and newer generations of the Toyota Tundra have experienced problems with the tire pressure monitoring system. Recalibrating the system has helped some owners resolve issues with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System light.
- Seat Issues: Over time, seats in the Toyota Tundra may develop problems like scuffing, punctures, or deterioration. Owners of different model years have reported issues with seat frames, brackets, and parts burning through the seats.
These problems highlight some of the common issues that owners of the 2016 Toyota Tundra have faced. Regular maintenance and prompt attention to these issues can help ensure the longevity and performance of this vehicle.
What problems does the 2016 Toyota Tundra have?
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Was 2016 a good year for Tundra?
Overall Rating 9/10 – 2016 is an excellent year for the Toyota Tundra offering outstanding reliability paired with a comfortable cabin giving it a very high overall score. Owner reviews praise the larger V8 engine's power, the 4WD system, as well as the luxurious interior.
What is the most common problem with Toyota Tundra?
The 2018. And 2019 Tundra were produced with bad fuel pumps which can cause the engine to run rough stall. Or stop running. Completely. This can be dangerous. If you're driving on the highway or in
How many miles will a 2016 Tundra last?
Many reputable automotive sources have reported on the lifespan of a Toyota Tundra, and from the overall analysis, you can expect a Tundra to last between 150,000 to 250,000 miles on average. Reaching 300,000 miles is not out of the norm, if the truck is well-maintained.
What are the common issues with 2016 Toyota Tundra?
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
What is the most common problem with Toyota Tundra?
The 2018. And 2019 Tundra were produced with bad fuel pumps which can cause the engine to run rough stall. Or stop running. Completely. This can be dangerous. If you're driving on the highway or in
How many miles will a 2016 Tundra last?
Many reputable automotive sources have reported on the lifespan of a Toyota Tundra, and from the overall analysis, you can expect a Tundra to last between 150,000 to 250,000 miles on average. Reaching 300,000 miles is not out of the norm, if the truck is well-maintained.
What year Tundra has transmission problems?
The affected models include certain 2022-2024 model year Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, 2023-2024 model year Sequoia and 2022-2024 model year Lexus LX 600 vehicles in the U.S., according to the company.
2016 Toyota Tundra car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota Tundra problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Exterior lighting problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Toyota Tundra vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2016 Toyota Tundra
The NHTSA has received 106 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Toyota Tundra. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2016 Toyota Tundra vehicles.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-04
- VIN: 5TFDY5F1XGX
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: 1)Over 60 MPH with new tires the vehicle pulses & shakes on front end, checked alignment everything OK per Mechanic. Just started to occur 2)Bluetooth when on iPhone will at any time cut out guaranteed to occur when using at any time been occurring for 2 + years. 3)Trailer brake warning light (Idiot light) comes on dashboard does not recommend trailering due to electrical issue. occurring for 2+ years Bought vehicle used in 2017 with 13k on Truck now 2024 has 91K on truck love the truck but zero recalls for any of the above?
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-15
- VIN: 5TFBY5F19GX
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle ran off the road during a thunderstorm, causing the driver's and passenger's side curtain air bags to deploy. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that the headliner needed to be replaced; however, the part to complete the repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-06
- VIN: 5TFHW5F1XGX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Seat heater stopped working. Turns out there is a burnt connector leading to part number 87501-0C020, which appears to be a seat heater amp. One pin of the connector is completely melted. I've purchased this truck brand new from Toyota. Nobody has ever touched this part. Scared that it could have caught fire.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-07
- VIN: 5TFUY5F1XGX
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I was stopped at a turn light to merge left onto freeway and the truck steering went out when trying to turn, it led me into oncoming traffic that was just coming to a stop light, I was able to crank my wheel with all my strength to get to the side of the uphill freeway merge ramp. There were no warning signs. It was so scary and thank goodness I hadn't merged onto the freeway. The component that failed was the power steering assembly, rack and pinion with inner and outer tie rods. I don't believe the parts will be available for inspection since the truck was towed to repair shop. Overall, I was lucky to be alive. My safety was put at risk being unable to properly steer, if I had been going any faster, or even on the freeway there would be no way to control the vehicle. Initially, I was put into oncoming traffic that was coming to a stop. It put myself and everyone around me in danger. The problem has been confirmed by an independent repair shop that truck was towed to. They immediately saw the problem and took several days to fix. Even questioned what I was doing at the time of this event, because something like this just doesn't typically happen. It concerned them so much, that United Wheels and Tires suggested I reach out to Toyota. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone but the dealer and the tow truck services. Insurance was notified of situation and services dispatched, since the truck was not drivable. There were NO warming lamps, messages or anything on truck. Truck is in perfect condition and drove only on roads (no off-roading or towing, etc.).
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-03
- VIN: 5TFUY5F19GX
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The integrated brake controller does not apply enough power to the trailer brakes.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-01
- VIN: 5TFBW5F16GX
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Gas tank no longer fills completely in a single squeeze. Each squeeze of the pump only fills up maybe a .25 gallon at a squeeze if I am lucky, but typically less. This results in a complete fill up taking close to a half hour. There are numerous posts on forums such as https://www.tundras.com/threads/gas-filling-problem.38449/, https://www.tundras.com/threads/gas-tank-roll-over-valve-stuck-causes-hard-fuelling-anyone-else.42535/, and many others regarding this issue, with no response from dealers other than sorry. This sounds like a pure manufacturing issue if so many people have issues with their tanks, in a similar fashion.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-25
- VIN: 5TFBW5F17GX
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel gauge provides false inaccurate reading, resulting in stranded situation when fuel runs out. Toyota is aware is issue and has only issued a TSB for limited years when the problem is more wide spread. My daughter has been stranded several times.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-05
- VIN: 5TFRW5F14GX
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the oil change warning light was illuminated. The contact changed the oil however, after changing the oil, the vehicle would not shift into the intended gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 73,400.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-11
- VIN: 5TFEW5F12GX
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while doing a routine check that it was discovered that the power steering assembly was leaking. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic, and he stated that the power steering assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted, and they stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21E103000(Steering). The failure mileage was 53,437.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-04
- VIN: 5TFDY5F13GX
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Bought a used 2016 Tundra, unaware of the massive problem they have with their intergrated brake controller, i feel they need to do something about this or reimburse the buyer for buying a aftermarket one to replace the factory unit. Its a very unsafe problem when pulling a trailer, I love the truck otherwise but this issue needs fixed.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-12
- VIN: 5TFFW5F17GX
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer - Front and rear wheel bearings. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Answer - wheels could have locked up while driving. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Answer - Yes. Milton Martin Toyota in Oakwood, GA has confirmed that 3 wheel bearings are bad and need to be replaced. 1x front left wheel bearing replaced on 12/06/21 and both rear wheel bearings are being replaced on 12/14/21. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Answer - Yes, if a dealership qualifies as the manufacturer. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Answer - Yes, noise from the wheels while driving. No warning lamps or messages. I noticed the "roaring" noise around 11/12/2021.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-01
- VIN: 5TFUY5F16GX
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My truck is shutting off while driving,can be very dangerous.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-02
- VIN: 5TFHW5F11GX
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: Under acceleration the truck hesitates during shifting. Took to dealership and they can’t find anything however it continues intermittently. During speeds on highway it does the same. No codes so the dealership said it would just have to continue until something triggered or became more frequent. To date this continues. Started seeing the random issue around Feb 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-30
- VIN: 5TFFW5F10GX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FRONT DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER DOOR LOCK INTERMITTENTLY DO NOT WORK. THERE ARE NO SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE DAY, TIME, WEATHER CONDITIONS. IT WILL WORK FINE AND THEN EITHER ONE FAILS OR THE OTHER, OR BOTH. THEN ITS STARTS TO WORK AGAIN WITHOUT ANY ISSUES. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR AT LEAST 12-18 MONTHS.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-27
- VIN: 5TFAY5F11GX
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS IN THE ON OR AUTO POSITION RANDOMLY GO OUT WHEN BLINKER RETURNS TO NEUTRAL POSITION AFTER BEING ENGAGED. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE IN MOTION AT LOW AND HIGHSPEEDS ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS AND COMING OUT OF A COMPLETED STOP. CANNOT DETERMINE IF THIS IS A SHORT IN WIRING HARNESS OR IF TRIGGERED BY FAULTY COMPONENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-30
- VIN: 5TFAW5F14GX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: MY HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF WHEN USING MY TURN SIGNAL
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-15
- VIN: 5TFAW5F14GX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: MY 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA 1794 CREWMAX, DURING WINTER MONTHS IN MIDWEST - THE HEADLIGHTS AND AND INTERNAL INSTRUMENTATION WILL TURN OFF WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT WITH TURN SIGNAL ENGAGED. THE AUTOMATIC LIGHTS ARE ENGAGED ON COLUMN STALK AND THE ISSUE OCCURS AT NIGHT. THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION
POWER TRAIN,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-12
- VIN: 5TFUM5F17GX
- Components: POWER TRAIN,WHEELS
- Summary: REAR WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED (BUT STILL FUNCTIONAL) AT 17000 MILES. WHEELS STILL ROTATE BUT THERE IS A VERY LOUD DRONING NOISE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WITH A SLIGHT SQUEAL AT LOWER SPEEDS. NON-TOYOTA MECHANICS HAVE EXPRESSED CONCERNS ABOUT DRIVING THE VEHICLE AS BEARINGS CAN FAIL ALTOGETHER AND SEIZE THE WHEELS.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-22
- VIN: 5TFAW5F17GX
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, AND DASHLIGHTS ALL GO OFF WHEN USING THE TURN SIGNAL. THIS HAS HAPPENED HALF A DOZEN TIMES AT NIGHT WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS IN THE 30'S, BOTH WHEN TURNING ON NARROW UNLIT RURAL ROADS, AND ON THE INTERSTATE AT 75MPH WHEN CHANGING LANES. IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE 1794 EDITION OF THE TUNDRA WITH THE AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS. YOU CAN FIND DOZENS OF OTHER TUNDRA OWNERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM, INCLUDING A VIDEO ON THE TUNDRA.COM WEBSITE. SEE LINK BELOW: HTTPS://WWW.TUNDRAS.COM/THREADS/AUTO-HEADLIGHTS-SHUT-OFF-WITH-TURN-SIGNAL.22968/ THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT HAS HAPPEND TO ME, AND IT IS SCARY DANGEROUS. I REPORTED THIS TO NHTSA BACK IN DECEMBER, AND TOYOTA HAS YET TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THEY HAVE NOT EVEN ISSUED A SERVICE BULLETIN. PLEASE GET THEM TO FIX THIS! EVEN MY TOYOTA SERVICE AGREEMENT WON'T FIX MY TUNDRA, BECAUSE THE DEALER CAN'T REPLICATE THE PROBLEM (IT'S NOT COLD, AND THEY CLOSE AT 6 WHEN IT'S NOT DARK!), AND THERE IS NO SERVICE BULLETIN OR ANYTHING FROM TOYOTA ACKNOWLEDGING THIS IS EVEN A PROBLEM. I'M BEGGING YOU, AT LEAST GET TOYOTA TO ACKNOWLEDGE THERE IS A PROBEM AND FIGURE OUT HOW TO FIX IT!!
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-29
- VIN: 5TFBW5F15GX
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RACK AND PINION FAILED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS FLUID FROM THE RACK AND PINION UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE RACK AND PINION SEAL FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SECOND INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. PITTS TOYOTA (210 N. JEFFERSON ST, DUBLIN, GA 31021, (478)272-3244, WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 35,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-11
- VIN: 5TFAW5F13GX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL IS USED AND THE HEADLIGHTS SWITCH IS IN AUTO MORE. DEALERSHIP CAN'T/WON'T REPLICATE THE ISSUE SO THEY WILL NOT TROUBLESHOOT FURTHER. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT A LOT OF PLATINUM AND 1794 EDITION TOYOTA TUNDRAS ARE HAVING AND IT IS BEING IGNORED BY TOYOTA; HTTPS://WWW.TUNDRAS.COM/THREADS/AUTO-HEADLIGHTS-SHUT-OFF-WITH-TURN-SIGNAL.22968/ HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=2TZRPLQ9WP4 I'VE HAD IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP TO CHECK AND THEY SAY THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. PICKUP ONLY HAS ABOUT 26K MILES ON IT. FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED WAS ON A FREEWAY CLOVERLEAF IN THE RAIN AND LUCKILY THERE WERE STREET LIGHTS BECAUSE I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF A MERGE. OTHER TIMES IT HAS BEEN SIGNALING TO TURN LEFT AND ENTERING THE CENTER TURN LANE ON MULTI-LANE ROADS. ALWAYS HAPPENS WHILE IT IS DARK OUTSIDE BECAUSE THAT'S WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS ARE IN AUTO WHICH MAKES IT MORE DANGEROUS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-05
- VIN: 5TFUW5F15GX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE POWER LOCKS FOR THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE FAIL TO WORK AS EXPECTED. IT IS NOT CONSISTENT. WHEN DRIVING, IT IS SUPPOSED TO LOCK AUTOMATICALLY FOR SAFETY BUT DOES NOT ALWAYS LOCK (OR UNLOCK WITH THE KEY FOB WHEN NEEDING TO GET INTO THE VEHICLE. PROBLEM OCCURS WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY OR MOVING.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-25
- VIN: 5TFAW5F13GX
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE HEADLIGHTS AND INTERIOR DASH LIGHTS RANDOMLY TURN OFF WHEN USING THE BLINKER. I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK FOR 3 MONTHS NOW AND IT HAS HAPPENED ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. I CANNOT REPLICATE THIS ISSUE ON MY OWN.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-16
- VIN: 5TFFY5F1XGX
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE CONTROLLER DOESN'T WORK AS IT DESIGNED.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-11
- VIN: 5TFAY5F17GX
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE ACTIVATION OF TURN SIGNAL INTERMITTENTLY SHUTS OFF HEADLIGHTS. TO RE-ENERGIZE HEADLIGHTS I HAVE TO MANUALLY SWITCH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FROM AUTO TO ON. THIS IS VERY DISTURBING AND DANGEROUS WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT IN RURAL AREAS. I AM HOPING SOMEONE ADDRESSES THIS WITH TOYOTA, SINCE IF THEY CAN'T REPLICATE THE ISSUE THEY SEND YOU HOME!
2016 Toyota Tundra recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2016 Toyota Tundra.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
- Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
- Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Tundra vehicles. The affected vehicles have a passenger knee air bag module that was attached to the instrument panel mounting brackets with incorrect bolts.
- Consequence: The incorrect bolts may cause the air bag module to loosen over time, affecting the performance of the knee airbag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy: All of the affected vehicles have been inspected and any incorrect knee air bag mounting bolts have been replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0K.
- Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
- Components: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
- Summary: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
- Consequence: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
- Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tundra vehicles equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets (vehicles with chrome step bumpers are not affected). In the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket may be damaged but not be noticed.
- Consequence: If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0C.
- Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
- Consequence: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Negative 2016 Toyota Tundra car reviews
Positive 2016 Toyota Tundra car reviews
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I have been a loyal Toyota customer since 1981 and this is my sixth consecutive Toyota truck. I am writing this review to share my experience with the integrated brake controller (IBC) in the 2016 Tundra. While towing my 5,000 lbs. loaded camper, I noticed that even when set on the highest gain setting, I did not feel any braking from the camper when I pressed on the brake pedal. I have been towing for the past 13 years and I know how to set up and test my equipment. I took my truck and camper in for service, but they said that the IBC was working correctly. However, I was concerned about my safety and the safety of others on the road. As a result, I decided to install an after-market brake controller to ensure that I can safely go camping. Thank you for taking the time to read my review.
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After 18 years of driving nothing but Dodge, I finally broke ranks and bought a Platinum CrewMax. This is without a doubt the most luxurious thing I have ever owned…or been in. Seriously. This thing is on par with my wife’s Range Rover. Actually, with the air-conditioned seats (which the RR doesn’t have), it is, in my opinion, more luxurious. With the CM cab, it is like having a small apartment in the rear, and we find ourselves opting to take the Tundra on trips rather than the RR. If you are interested in the Tundra CrewMax, I would recommend shopping the used market from 2013 and under. Don't worry about getting a used truck, these things last forever (my parents both have 200K+ on the odometer). In 2014, for some stupid reason, Toyota did away with the slide and recline rear seats in the CrewMax, which negates the plethora of behind-the-seat storage in the back. From 2014 forward, all the rear seats do is fold from the floor up, which is slightly less than useless. Without going into detail, this truck has every option besides remote start. The interior is amazing, quiet, comfortable, well thought out, and just plain works. The parking assist sonar and camera are awesome. The Sat Nav/infotainment is very easy to set up, pair the phone (up to 4), and other Bluetooth players (up to 2). The ventilated seats are a Godsend in Texas. And the power…my God, you could jump-start the Earth with the pulling power this thing has. And to the people moaning over mileage, you bought a 5.7 Liter V8…what were you expecting? When not towing, this package rides like a Cadillac. It is so quiet and comfortable it is almost criminal for a pickup truck. Bottom line, some magazines say other trucks have passed the Tundra, but I think they are still catching up…big time. 5 Stars. All the way.
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When considering a vehicle, the first question to ask yourself is, 'what do I want it to do?' I previously owned a 2008 Tundra and it was a great truck. It had power, comfort, reliability, and good looks. However, when my job changed and I needed to transport passengers more often, I sold it and got a Honda Pilot. While I loved the Pilot and still have it (now my wife's car), I found that I wasn't hauling passengers as often as I thought and was hauling/towing things more often than I planned. So, I went truck shopping and considered Chevrolet, GMC, Dodge, Ford, Nissan, and Toyota. Once I got over the initial shock of how much prices have risen, I realized that the price for comparably equipped trucks was essentially the same. That favored Toyota, as even the Chevy salesman conceded that the Tundra has the highest resale value. When all was said and done, Toyota made the best deal on the truck I wanted: a Blazing Blue Pearl Platinum edition CrewMax. After spending some time with it, I can say that I love the truck every bit as much as I expected. The ride is plush, the electronics are great (much improved from 2008), the complete back window raise/lower feature is cool, the leather is slick, the seats are heated AND cooled (my wife loved that one), and it is beautiful inside and out. The mileage is the same as my old Tundra and about the same as any big V8 in any brand, but it is more powerful and torquey than most. My only real gripe is the lack of interior storage, with no storage under or behind the rear seat. That's a serious faux pas on Toyota's part and needs attention. I have read some trailer brake complaints, but I haven't been able to test it with a trailer with brakes (I normally pull smaller trailers without brakes) so I can't comment on that. Despite the lack of storage being a single negative, the Tundra is still an easy 5 stars. I am VERY glad to be back in a Tundra.To sum up, I absolutely love this truck! It has everything I could want in terms of power, comfort, electronics, space, looks, towing ability, and resale value. The only downside is the limited back seat storage, which is a shame considering the size of the truck. However, after two years of ownership, I am still extremely happy with my purchase. The truck is as mechanically sound as the day I bought it, and the electronics are still working perfectly. While the navigation system is good, I have found that Google Maps or Waze are much more capable. It would be great if Toyota could catch up in this area. The truck pulls trailers like a dream, and I have had no issues with the electric braking system. The only thing that regularly annoys me is the lack of storage behind the rear seats. Despite this, the truck is still amazing and I can't recommend it enough! The gas mileage has improved slightly over time, but it's still not the most economical option out there. In the city, I get around 14-15 mpg, and on the highway, I can get up to 20 mpg, but it's usually around 17-19 mpg. If I'm traveling at higher speeds, it's around 15-16 mpg.Definitely big truck-ish mileage, but not terrible for a 5.7 engine that pulls like this does. Overall, I would buy it again. While I was also considering the Chevy Z71, I am glad I chose this truck. It is built like a real truck and does everything a truck should do. It has its ups and downs, but I didn't want to give up strength for comfort, and I didn't have to. I got a good balance of both in this nice truck. I can imagine reviewing it here for many more years. I am a satisfied customer, and my Toyota dealer has taken great care of me and my truck.
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Awesome truck! I'm so glad to hear that you felt safe and comfortable in it. If you're not very tall, you might want to consider buying steps or running boards - I'm only 5'6
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I've leased 3 Tundras before, but this time I decided to buy one. I am absolutely certain that it will take care of me for many years to come. These trucks are truly bulletproof.
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Are you having problems with your 2016 Toyota Tundra?
Karson Ruecker 2024-11-03
Hey there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to let you know that I've noticed some issues with the IBC on my truck, and it seems like a lot of other people have had similar experiences. It's definitely something to be aware of, as it could potentially be a safety concern. Have you had any issues with it yourself?
Leonard Gottlieb 2024-08-06
I understand your frustration with the 2016 Tundra. It appears that some of the standard options that were available in previous years have been removed, such as the electric sliding rear window, rear door storage pockets, dual heating/cooling system, and storage areas in the upper console. Additionally, the center divider storage box in the floor console is no longer available. It can be disappointing when features you have come to appreciate are no longer included. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Arturo Mertz 2024-04-12
You've got a great drive train, but the interior trim could use some improvement. There's a lot of plastic used throughout the cabin, which can be quite noisy, especially the trim around the touch screen. I'm not sure if I would purchase this truck again.