Toyota Tundra Complaints

6,958 consumer complaints on file.

#11765245September 18, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V767000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for the recall repair and was diagnosed with engine failure. In addition, the contact stated that the local dealer had not released the vehicle and the vehicle remained at the local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 39,660.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11765291September 18, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V767000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted by phone and was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experience a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764907September 17, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
As a result of a class action lawsuit Toyota settled on frame replacement or spraying a rust inhibitor depending on the severity of frame rust. The sprayed on rust inhibitor, used in my case, was sprayed over mud and pack rust at the dealership - Williams Toyota, Big Flats NY. I took the truck to a local shop to have the brakes replaced and nys inspection completed. The repair shop called and said that the truck was not road worthy due to frame rust.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764683September 16, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES
I purchased a new 2026 Toyota Tundra on February 25, 2026. Almost immediately after purchase, I noticed a squealing noise coming from the brakes whenever the vehicle was placed in reverse. I brought the vehicle to my selling dealer, who confirmed the noise is caused by a known defect in the brake system, for which Toyota has issued an internal service notice. The dealer told me this defect has not been made the subject of a formal safety recall. The dealer informed me that the repair requires parts that Toyota Motor Manufacturing has been unable to reliably supply. I was told Toyota limited parts distribution to one package per week across all dealerships, and has since suspended distribution entirely after losing its parts supplier, with no confirmed timeline for a new supplier or for parts to become available again. As of this complaint, my vehicle has gone approximately six (6) months without an effective repair, and I have been told the wait could extend beyond one additional year. I have also been told that approximately 75 other customers at my dealership alone are on a waiting list for the same repair, and that this defect affects all 2026 Toyota Tundra vehicles as well as several other Toyota models currently in production. It is my understanding that Toyota has continued to manufacture and sell new vehicles containing this same defective brake component during this period as they don't have an adequate supplier to provide the replacement parts. I am concerned this represents a widespread brake defect that has not been properly disclosed or remedied, affecting a large population of current-production vehicles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764809September 16, 2026
ENGINE
I was attempting to enter traffic from a steep driveway. I removed from foot from the brake and pressed on the accelerator, there was no power and the vehicle would not increase speed. This lasted about 2 seconds. It was a 50 mph roadway and the approaching vehicles had to slow quickly to avoid a collision
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764850September 16, 2026
ENGINE
My 2026 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro developed a sudden, loud knocking noise from the engine at approximately 15,000 miles while I was driving. The engine began running very rough, the vehicle started shaking, and the engine was losing power as I pulled over. The knocking was most noticeable at low RPM and followed engine RPM. There were no warning lights or warning messages before the problem occurred. I was able to safely pull the vehicle off the road, but the sudden loss of engine power and severe shaking created a safety concern. If the failure had occurred in heavier traffic or at highway speed, the loss of propulsion could have created a significant risk to me, my passengers, and other motorists. I stopped driving the vehicle because I was concerned about a complete engine failure. The vehicle was taken to an authorized Toyota dealership and is currently available for inspection. The dealer has confirmed the abnormal engine noise, but as of the date of this complaint the engine has not yet been disassembled and the exact internal cause of the failure is UNKNOWN. The vehicle has approximately 15,000 miles and is covered by the manufacturer's warranty. I am filing this complaint because the engine problem occurred suddenly at very low mileage and resulted in severe shaking and loss of engine power while driving. I am concerned that this condition could result in a complete loss of propulsion. I will provide additional information when Toyota completes its diagnosis.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764374September 15, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications for NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V322000 (Exterior Lighting) and 25V767000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to perform the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and vibrated abnormally and lost motive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to the dealer for diagnosis; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the torque converter, transmission, and rear differential were previously replaced to stop the shuddering and vibration while accelerating; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the manufacturer failed to repair the vehicle within a reasonable amount of time. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764487September 15, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
On XXX6, while driving on the highway at approximately 89 mph and 36,714 miles, the engine misfired and the vehicle began shaking. The check engine light started flashing and a "reduced power, visit dealer" message appeared, along with a loss of motive power. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on XXX at 37,032 miles. The dealer's repair order documents stored diagnostic trouble codes for random misfires, and states that freeze frame data confirmed misfires on cylinders 3, 4 and 5 at 89 mph and 2700 rpm in direct injection mode. Despite this, the repair order was closed as "no issue found." No repair and no further diagnosis was performed. The dealer stated the condition could not be duplicated after driving the vehicle and idling it for about an hour. The vehicle is subject to an open safety recall for machining debris in the engine (NHTSA 25V767, manufacturer 25TB14), for which no remedy is available. The recall summary lists engine knocking, rough running, no-start and loss of motive power as symptoms, and instructs owners experiencing symptoms to contact their dealer. When contacted, the dealer stated the manufacturer is still developing a remedy and that the vehicle can either wait indefinitely or be picked up as is. The defect remains undiagnosed and unrepaired. The vehicle is available for inspection. The safety concern is a sudden loss of motive power at highway speed, which is the same risk identified in the manufacturer's own recall filing. No remedy has been made available more than ten months after the recall was filed. Video of the failure as it occurred, showing the check engine light flashing and the loss of power: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764490September 15, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I purchased a used vehicle from Tajer Auto LLC (listed as previous owner on my Texas Certificate of Title) with an odometer reading of approximately 138,000 miles. A CARFAX vehicle history report shows the same VIN recorded at 359,812 miles on 03/13/2024, roughly one year before the sale. The vehicle was listed for sale online on 03/10/2025. By the time of an emissions inspection on 04/24/2025 — shortly before my purchase — the recorded mileage had dropped to 138,895 miles, a decrease of over 220,000 miles. CARFAX's own report flags this specific entry as a 'Potential Odometer Rollback.' The seller did not disclose this discrepancy to me at the time of sale. I believe the odometer was tampered with prior to the vehicle being sold to me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763995September 14, 2026
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the radio started blinking, and the vehicle lost power and stopped in the middle of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle; however, there was a burning odor, and white smoke was coming from the HVAC system and the engine compartment. The contact turned off and exited the vehicle and the smoking stopped. The contact called the local Police to assist with directing traffic while waiting for towing assistance. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer attempted to return the vehicle to the contact after 3 weeks without confirmation of the diagnostic results or any repairs. The contact stated that the vehicle had been taken to the dealer before the failure had occurred to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V767000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), 25V322000 (Exterior Lighting), 26V038000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the dealer failed to complete the recall repair because there was not enough mechanics to perform the repairs. The manufacturer was informed of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 26,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764040September 14, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
turbo's have to be replaced because of a wastegate failure. This is a well known issue. My vehicle is at 66700 miles and Toyota has denied a good will claim. Though they admit there is nothing I could have done differently because its a defective part. My safety is put at risk because the truck goes into limp mode and a "reduced power" message is displayed. The dealership has confirmed the issue but because its 7k outside of warranty they are unwilling to do anything even though its a defect. Vehicle has only been inspected by dealership. they also have a diagnostic test for the total engine recall and its very subjective. I don't believe they are keeping safety in mind. I think they are trying to deny as many of those claims as possible.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763906September 13, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Awaiting 13 months for safety remedy for NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 25V322. NO INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER NOR CAR DEALER. NO ONE HAS ANY INFORMATION REGARDING TIMETABLE FOR SAFETY REPAIRS.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763966September 13, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The component that is failed/malfunctioning is the mode function of the HVAC blower system. After thorough online research this appears to be related to either the gear door actuator or the blend door being stuck or broken (gears, etc.). This prevents air from blowing out of any vents other than the defrost and feet modes. While it appears to be a common issue online the two Toyota dealerships will not provide any helpful information unless I agree to a minimum $250 diagnostic fee. I've replaced all the gear door actuators thus I believe it has to do with the blend door. The dealerships default response is "that's just how they are". There were no warnings, messages, etc. prior to failure. Failure was noticed upon start and longer than usual startup of the HVAC system, it now takes 30-60 seconds to attempt to calibrate before any air starts moving. And as stated earlier it just blows out of the defrost and foot functions, nothing out of the face vents.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763527September 11, 2026
ENGINE
* 2024 Toyota Tundra Limited non hybrid TRD Off Road with 43k miles with catastrophic engine failure with no warning. Started as a very slight ticking sound while doing about 60 mph level to slightly downhill. * I could only hear it with very light throttle input (between 2 and 5%). Past 5% and at 0 pedal there was nothing. This went on for about 1 minute then it started to get significantly louder and more noticeable with throttle input and while starting to go uphill. * Shortly after it started catastrophically knocking with dash saying loss of power and oil pressure. * I get it stopped and it immediately shut down on its own. Due to very little warning I was forced to pull over on a right curve of a highway potentially putting my family and as well as passing traffic in danger. * Engine leaking oil. Couldn’t find anything obvious where the oil was coming from. After doing some research it seems like the front and main crank seals started leaking. More noticeable on the rear seal. This was a dangerous situation because oil was leaking on the hot exhaust and could have cased a fire on the side of a highway. * The Toyota dealer has possession of the vehicle for repairs. They have not stated if it is possible to be available for inspection. * The dealer has inspected the vehicle and is in the process of ordering a replacement engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763533September 11, 2026
ENGINE
Engine stalls or hesitates when taking off from a stop. When taking off from a stop the Truck will hesitate after the accelerator is pushed and not move forward. This hesitation causes me to push the accelerator more trying to get the Truck to move. When the truck does move it then lunges forward I assume because I continue to push the accelerator more trying to get the Truck to move. The engine in this Truck is also being recalled in Non Hybrid Models because they are seizing up. This is the exact same engine in the Hybrid and should be under the same recall for the engine seize defect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763727September 11, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN
My radiator leaked engine coolant fluid while driving. The fan shroud warped from heat and rubbed against the radiator and punctured a hole in the radiator causing a slow leak. My vehicle became inoperable and had to pull over. It's been confirmed by the dealership and has a report No warnings prior to failure, though the leak look to have been a slow leak that was in the engine bay and on driveway just faintly so it had been an issue that had been progressing over time. The warnings first appeared for high temp when the coolant was totally out and mentioned the vehicle was overheating and to pull over.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763370September 10, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Tundra. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 93,000. While attempting to trade the vehicle to a dealer, it was discovered in a Carfax Report that the mileage was over 300,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763374September 10, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, POWER TRAIN
On September 1, 2026, my 2022 Toyota Tundra experienced a serious loss of accelerator response while I was leaving a gas station and entering traffic. I pressed the accelerator, but the truck provided effectively no acceleration, leaving me partially in the roadway. An approaching vehicle had to swerve into the opposing traffic lane to avoid a collision. I had experienced a similar low-speed loss of accelerator response within the prior two weeks. On September 2, while traveling on I-70 at approximately 70 mph, the truck experienced a separate loss-of-power event. Engine RPM dropped considerably and the vehicle felt as though it were coasting. I pressed the accelerator firmly, but it did not respond normally for approximately 5-10 seconds before power returned. Radar/adaptive cruise control was not engaged. I immediately took the truck to Western Slope Toyota. Technicians checked for codes, performed multiple road tests and recorded vehicle data but could not reproduce the intermittent failure. The issue was escalated to Toyota technical assistance under TAS Case 262460664. This problem has been documented by Western Slope Toyota since 2023. Toyota's applicable TSB repairs were performed on prior occasions in an attempt to correct the throttle/hesitation problem, but they did not resolve it. In 2025, the dealer again documented the condition after the earlier TSB had already been performed. According to the September 2026 repair documentation and my discussion with the Western Slope Toyota service manager, Toyota's specialist technical team is aware that the condition can remain despite the TSB work. The repair order states that Toyota identified a known hesitation concern that remains under investigation and that there was no repair to be made at that time. The condition is intermittent and unpredictable and can cause loss of accelerator response or motive power at low and highway speeds. I believe it creates a serious crash risk. Current mileage: 58,735.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763394September 10, 2026
POWER TRAIN
On XXX my 2023 Toyota Tundra Limited’s check engine light came on and after consulting with my service center, Jones Toyota in Bel Air, MD, via phone I brought the truck into Jones to be assessed. Jones diagnosed the problem and determined a physical failure of the passenger-side turbocharger. The vehicle is currently disabled and located at Jones Toyota in Bel Air, MD, undergoing service for the turbo failure. My vehicle is also subject to active safety Recall Campaign 25TA14 for manufacturing debris in the V35A engine block, but the dealership and manufacturer are treating the turbo failure as a separate repair item and have not linked it to the recall in writing. Operating a twin-turbo V6 platform experiencing sudden propulsion and turbo loss—while an open, un-remedied main bearing engine recall remains pending on the same vehicle—presents a severe underlying safety and mechanical failure pattern putting anyone in the vehicle or on the road with the vehicle when its being operated at risk
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11762960September 9, 2026
POWER TRAIN
When breaking towards a stop and deciding that you can now instead accelerate, you’ll press the gas pedal and the vehicle will occasionally feel like there’s a delay in registering that you want to accelerate instead of continuing to break
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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