The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 179 of 352 complaints (51%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 415 in 2023 to 352 in 2024.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 352
- Recall campaigns
- 10
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,850–$4,050
- Combined MPG
- 19–22
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–3,300 | 2,850–3,300 | 2,850–4,050 | 2,850–3,300 | 2,850–4,050 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–22 | 19–22 | 19–22 | 19–22 | 19–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 410–461 | 408–461 | 408–461 | 409–468 | 407–468 | |
| Complaints filed | 433 | 415 | 352 | 142 | 37 | |
| Recalls issued | 13 | 13 | 10 | 5 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 7 |
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 2024 Toyota Tundra have?
10 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Toyota Tundra?
Engine: 179 of 352 NHTSA complaints (51%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA rates it 19–22 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Toyota Tundra?
EPA estimates $2,850–$4,050 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (13)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 449 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 442 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 20 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $2,850 (low) | 408 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg (low) | 23 mpg | 19 mpg (low) | $3,300 | 459 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | 19 mpg (low) | $3,300 | 460 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 439 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 18 mpg | 20 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $3,300 | 461 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,850 | 449 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,850 | 442 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 20 mpg (high) | 24 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $3,500 | 408 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 11 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg (low) | 23 mpg | 19 mpg (low) | $4,050 (high) | 459 g/mi |
| Configuration 13 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 18 mpg | 20 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $4,050 (high) | 461 g/mi (high) |
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| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 12 | Automatic (S10) | 6 | 3.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,850 | 439 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 179 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 85 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 48 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 38 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 53 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 39 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 38 | 0 | 0 | 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 (10)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Tundra vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause a main bearing 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 perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 23, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB14 and 25TA14. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall numbers 24V381 and 25V767.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. 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
- Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the parking assist ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB02 and 26TA02.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX 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 perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB14 and 25TA14. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB07 and 25LA07. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V381.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023-2025 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview image not to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the multimedia display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB10 and 25TA10.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the reverse light assemblies and cause a light failure.
- Consequence
- Reverse light failure may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both reverse light assemblies and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 23, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.
TIRES:SIDEWALL
- Defect
- 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 were mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TA12.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- 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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Lexus LX600, and 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. Unexpected vehicle movement may occur when the vehicle is in neutral and the brakes are not applied.
- Consequence
- Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA02 and 24LA02.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- SET will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23B.