Toyota Tundra years to avoid and best years
Newer Toyota Tundra years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2024 has the most complaints per year, at 111 (334 complaints). 2022 through 2024 are in that same range. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 4 (from 24 complaints), 2015 at 5 (from 48 complaints), and 2013 at 7 (from 85 complaints). The Toyota Tundra 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2024 Toyota Tundra, 74 of 334 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
2021
2015
2013
2025–26
Toyota Tundra reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Toyota Tundra. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 19.9 |
| 2025 → Too early | 65 | 130 | 5 | Engine | 19.9 |
| 2024 → Most | 111 | 334 | 10 | Engine | 19.9 |
| 2023 → | 95 | 403 | 13 | Engine | 19.9 |
| 2022 → | 69 | 428 | 13 | Engine | 19.9 |
| 2021 → Fewest | 4 | 24 | 3 | Seats | 14.5 |
| 2020 → | 9 | 45 | 5 | Fuel and propulsion system | 14.5 |
| 2019 → | 10 | 72 | 10 | Fuel and propulsion system | 15.2 |
| 2018 → | 16 | 99 | 9 | Fuel and propulsion system | 15.2 |
| 2017 → | 9 | 78 | 6 | Electrical system, Exterior lighting | 15.3 |
| 2016 → | 23 | 119 | 6 | Service brakes | 15.5 |
| 2015 → Fewest | 5 | 48 | 5 | Fuel and propulsion system | 15.6 |
| 2014 → | 11 | 93 | 5 | Structure | 15.8 |
| 2013 → Fewest | 7 | 85 | 6 | Engine | 15.8 |
| 2012 → | 7 | 155 | 4 | Engine | 16 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Regular Cab, Double Cab, CrewMax
- Oil
- 0W-20 (4.6L and 5.7L V8; 2021 is 5.7L only) · 8.5 qt capacity
- Tire size
- P255/70R18 to P275/55R20 (275/65R18 on TRD Pro and many SR5/Limited trims)
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 21V920 (Toyota 21TB10 and 21TA10) covers certain 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra and 2008-2022 Toyota Sequoia vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak. An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge.
- Body styles
- Double Cab, CrewMax
- Oil
- 0W-20 (3.4L i-FORCE and i-FORCE MAX) · 7.7 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 255/70R18 to 285/65R18 (265/50R22 on some Limited/Platinum/Capstone trims)
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA campaign 25V767 covers certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra vehicles equipped with a V35A engine, along with certain Lexus LX and Lexus GX vehicles. 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. Dealers perform an inspection using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary replace the engine, free of charge. NHTSA campaign 22V445 (Toyota 22TA05) covers certain 2022 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles: flange nuts on the axle shaft sub-assemblies can loosen over time and potentially cause one or both axle shaft sub-assemblies to separate from the axle housing. Dealers inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle flange nuts, and replace damaged axle-related components if necessary, free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Tundra years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 4 (from 24 complaints), 2015 at 5 (from 48 complaints), and 2013 at 7 (from 85 complaints).
Which Toyota Tundra year has the most owner complaints?
2024 has the most complaints per year, at 111 (334 complaints). 2022 through 2024 are in that same range. On the 2024 Toyota Tundra, 74 of 334 complaints name Engine.
How do Toyota Tundra owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Toyota Tundra years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones.
Which Toyota Tundra years are too early to compare?
The Toyota Tundra 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What oil does a Toyota Tundra take?
2nd-gen US V8 (2012-2021): 0W-20 (~8.5 qt with filter). 3rd-gen 3.4L i-FORCE (2022+): 0W-20 (~7.7 qt with filter).
Does NHTSA campaign 21V920 cover the Toyota Tundra?
It covers certain 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia vehicles (Toyota 21TB10/21TA10): the power steering gear may have been manufactured incorrectly; dealers inspect and replace as directed.
What generation is the 2020 Toyota Tundra?
2nd generation (2012-2021 in this catalog). The 3rd generation starts in 2022.