2021 Toyota Tundra
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Body, Seats & Latches
Body, Seats & Latches leads by volume: 6 of 24 complaints (25%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 45 in 2020 to 24 in 2021.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | vs. 2021 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900–4,450 | 4,150–4,450 | 4,150–4,450 | 2,850–3,300 | 2,850–3,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–16 | 14–15 | 14–15 | 19–22 | 19–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–15 / 17–19 | 13 / 17–18 | 13 / 17 | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 554–615 | 595–614 | 601–635 | 410–461 | 408–461 | |
| Complaints filed | 72 | 45 | 24 | 428 | 397 | |
| Recalls issued | 10 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 13 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Toyota Tundra?
Body, Seats & Latches: 6 of 24 NHTSA complaints (25%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA rates it 14–15 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Toyota Tundra?
EPA estimates $4,150–$4,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg (high) | $4,150 (low) | 601 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 8 | 5.7L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg (low) | $4,450 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; STEERING:RACK AND PINION · Campaign 21E103000 · Dec 28, 2021
Defect: 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.
STEERING:RACK AND PINION; STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · Campaign 21V920000 · Nov 23, 2021
Defect: 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · Campaign 21V688000 · Sep 3, 2021
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.
Consequence: An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.