2019 Toyota Tundra Owner Complaints

We had just exited the interstate when my Toyota Tundra stopped. We had it towed to the closest Toyota dealer. We had to have fuel pump replaced. They said the previous year Tundra was recalled for this issue, but ours was not. I just found out that some of the 2019 models had been recalled for this issue. They said my VIN was not recalled. That does not make sense. It was the same problem, same year, just at a different plant. Now we are having other fuel issues and the dealer says it all stems from the replacement of the pump, which we had to pay out of pocket. If we had not just exited the interstate it could have caused a major accident.

NHTSA ID

11753016

Incident

Dec 31, 1969

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while parked for 5-10 minutes, the contact noticed a burning plastic odor, and upon looking up moments later, the contact noticed flames coming from the driver's side headlight, and the flames were 6 inches above the headlight. The contact started extinguishing the fire with water bottles. The contact drove to a water hose, which the contact also used to extinguish the fire. The contact sustained minor smoke inhalation. No police report was filed. The contact was able to drive to the nearby residence. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V688000(Exterior Lighting, Electrical System), which included the VIN. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and sent a field inspector, who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the inspection report would be completed on the same day; however, the manufacturer would follow up with the contact within 45-60 days. The contact followed up with the manufacturer three days later and was provided with the same information. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,500.

NHTSA ID

11731104

Incident

Mar 15, 2026

Mileage

100,500 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine sounded rough. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was turned off and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the ECU was reset; however, the failure reoccurred. The mechanic referenced NHTSA ID Number: 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.

NHTSA ID

11719942

Incident

Feb 9, 2026

Mileage

104,000 mi

My toyota tundra is having issues with the fuel pump. It is saying I am using e85 fuel when that is not the case. As a result I am having issues with cold start. There are recalls however I am being told that my truck is listed among them despite having the same issue.

NHTSA ID

11712672

Incident

Dec 11, 2025

The contact owns 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond immediately. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle stalled, and approximately thirty seconds later the vehicle worked as intended. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced, and codes were in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 80,000.

NHTSA ID

11712354

Incident

Dec 19, 2025

Mileage

80,000 mi

I bought this car in January 2019, and even though it had 210 miles, they sold it to me as new. I think they did something illegal because I have the purchase contract and they didn't put that information there. They put 10 miles and I didn't notice at the time. Also, I have the window sticker and it says the car comes standard with a remote key for entry, and the dealer removed it to make it without one. I'm ashamed I didn't report this sooner. It must be a form of consumer theft, something they only do to protect themselves.

NHTSA ID

11705766

Incident

Dec 31, 1969

Intermittent message displaying "Trailer Brakes Disconnected" while towing. Trailer lights continued to operate even while message was displayed. On average trailer connected and disconnected every 2-3 minutes

NHTSA ID

11681433

Incident

Aug 18, 2025

Keep getting the messages "Trailer brake error, if towing come to a stop with manual controls" And "Pre-collision system malfunction" The messages go away usually after restarting the vehicle but eventually comes back on

NHTSA ID

11676036

Incident

Jul 24, 2025

I had to have the steering rack assembly replaced in my vehicle due to a leak. This is one of the complaints and a recall but I never got a notification.

NHTSA ID

11675485

Incident

Jul 17, 2025

The built-in navigation system in my 2019 Toyota Tundra is dangerously outdated and cannot be updated over-the-air (OTA). Recently, it misrouted me into a remote, unfamiliar area with no cell service and incorrect road data. If I hadn’t had enough fuel, I could have been stranded in potentially life-threatening conditions. Toyota continues to install these systems with outdated maps and no OTA functionality, while presenting them as part of a reliable, intelligent driving experience. This is not a minor tech issue—it is a safety failure. Drivers are led to trust a system that cannot be trusted. I want to be clear: this experience has completely changed how I view Toyota as a brand. What seemed like a small, fixable flaw turned into a moment of genuine danger. That moment told me everything I needed to know about Toyota’s priorities—and Toyota is no longer in my future because of it. I urge NHTSA to investigate this as a potential recall-level issue. A navigation system that actively misleads the driver and offers no timely updates is not just broken—it’s hazardous.

NHTSA ID

11665435

Incident

Jun 3, 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while replacing the shocks, the contact noticed that the shocks were oily. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for warranty repair, and the contact was informed that the brake pads on the rear axle were soaked with oil. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

NHTSA ID

11658206

Incident

Mar 1, 2020

Mileage

30,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed on several occasions, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer on two occasions. The dealer diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the fuel pump part #770200C170 was on backorder. The dealer reprogrammed the fuel pump system twice as temporary repairs; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence, where it was diagnosed by a mobile mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that that the fuel pump was burned, causing the electrical connector part #9098010844 to burn and melt. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the electrical connector part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under the factory warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

NHTSA ID

11652378

Incident

Jan 1, 2025

Mileage

102,000 mi

Truck shut off while driving fuel pump connector in the tank was melted and could have started a fire. Was told my tundra doesn’t fall under the recall but is having the same problem

NHTSA ID

11649561

Incident

Mar 14, 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle at the residence, the contact stated that the engine was shaking abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced, and that the electrical fuel module needed to be reset. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was 117,000.

NHTSA ID

11641325

Incident

Jan 15, 2023

Mileage

117,000 mi

Having fuel pump issue. Car stalls very badly and pre collision light and engine lights start flashing. Severe jumping by car driving down the road. When accelerating the car has no acceleration and hesitates very badly.

NHTSA ID

11638468

Incident

Jan 15, 2025

When refueling this vehicle, gasoline will flow out of the filler tank onto the ground and will shoot out onto the person filling the truck up. Have had the charcoal canister replaced twice and this has not fixed the problem for any length of time. Dealer claims that vent tubes are getting clogged up but cannot explain how or why they are plugged up. Last repair lasted one week before fueling issues showed up again. The gas shooting out of the filler hose onto people standing nearby and onto the ground is an extreme fire and explosion issue and is an environmental issue. This problem seems to be a common issue based on internet search for Toyota Tundra refueling issues. There has been a service bulletin published by Toyota on this issue. I have been having this problem for over 2 years.

NHTSA ID

11629077

Incident

Dec 5, 2024

Factory installed OEM LED HEADLIGHTS: While driving in WET SNOW and SNOW conditions, headlights get covered in snow and visibility is greatly reduced to almost zero.

NHTSA ID

11627040

Incident

Nov 20, 2024

The contact owned a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, an oncoming vehicle did not obey a stop sign and proceeded to crash into the rear driver's side of the contact's vehicle. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the platform of an 18-wheeler. No air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to his residence. A police report was filed. The vehicle was deemed destroyed by the insurance company. The contact who was the driver sustained severe back pain and an injured left knee pending further treatment at a clinic. The front passenger sustained bruising to the left arm and back pain but did not seek medical attention. The rear passenger sustained bruising to the right arm and back pain but did not seek medical attention. The other vehicle occupants did not sustain injuries. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

NHTSA ID

11621063

Incident

Oct 10, 2024

Mileage

75,000 mi

275/55r20. only have around 10,000 miles. just rotate the tire at Walmart in Texas . on my way to Georgia my rear tire exploded without any warning at 75 mph . I almost lost control over the vechle .

NHTSA ID

11612538

Incident

Sep 3, 2024

There was three warning light showing malfunction collision warning and i tried to to dealership and they said nothing is wrong

NHTSA ID

11597425

Incident

Jun 27, 2024

Fuel pump is losing prime and difficult to start when cold. Various websites indicate Toyota issued a recall for 2018 and 2019 Tundra fuel pumps in 2020, but no recall appeared on our recent search when we began having issues. Did Toyota end the recall?

NHTSA ID

11587109

Incident

Jan 5, 2024

This is the second chrome hood bulge that I've put on it and it keep breaking with the wind and just flys off. Also the collision light will come on by itself.

NHTSA ID

11583918

Incident

Apr 18, 2024

One morning, I tried to start my truck, and it would not start. After taking it to Lipton Toyota in Fort Lauderdale, they determined the fuel pump was faulty. Unfortunately, they’ve had my truck for over two weeks and have informed me of a national shortage for Toyota fuel pumps. I have spoken to other dealerships in the area, including those in Kentucky, they are also on back order for these fuel pumps.

NHTSA ID

11571173

Incident

Jan 26, 2024

The vehicle is vibrating while accelerating and bogging down when the accelerator is depress, causing the car to slow down drastically. Doing research it similar to the issues that the fuel pump were having in the 2019 Toyota tundra recalls. Also at the start of the engine it seems that is bogging and causing the rpm to fluctuate, in some cases car will crank and will not start. I have vídeo prove of this issue and audio when the car is starting

NHTSA ID

11558625

Incident

Dec 5, 2023

I was on a camping trip in Wyoming, and I started my Tundra up on a chilly morning. It was running for about 5 minutes before I came back to it and entered the cab. Immediately upon entering I noticed a strange smell. I also noticed at that time that the driver’s seat was extremely warm. I quickly shut off the heat warmer (original equipment on the truck). Inspecting the seat, I could see where the leather was just starting to melt. Luckily, I caught this in time, for if I would have left it longer, the vehicle could have caught fire. An online search discovered previous problems with Toyota seat warmers. My contact with Toyota was not helpful, for they simply told me that it was out of warranty, despite being a safety issue.

NHTSA ID

11551960

Incident

Oct 1, 2023