ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
2023 Toyota Tundra
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 417 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Toyota Tundra, most frequently naming the engine, powertrain (other) and fuel system categories. 13 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 185 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2023 | 1 | 1 |
| Feb 2023 | 1 | 2 |
| Mar 2023 | 1 | 3 |
| Apr 2023 | 3 | 6 |
| May 2023 | 4 | 10 |
| Jun 2023 | 4 | 14 |
| Jul 2023 | 8 | 22 |
| Aug 2023 | 6 | 28 |
| Sep 2023 | 3 | 31 |
| Oct 2023 | 8 | 39 |
| Nov 2023 | 4 | 43 |
| Dec 2023 | 13 | 56 |
| Jan 2024 | 6 | 62 |
| Feb 2024 | 2 | 64 |
| Mar 2024 | 4 | 68 |
| Apr 2024 | 8 | 76 |
| May 2024 | 8 | 84 |
| Jun 2024 | 14 | 98 |
| Jul 2024 | 8 | 106 |
| Aug 2024 | 14 | 120 |
| Sep 2024 | 4 | 124 |
| Oct 2024 | 13 | 137 |
| Nov 2024 | 6 | 143 |
| Dec 2024 | 3 | 146 |
| Jan 2025 | 10 | 156 |
| Feb 2025 | 14 | 170 |
| Mar 2025 | 6 | 176 |
| Apr 2025 | 3 | 179 |
| May 2025 | 13 | 192 |
| Jun 2025 | 12 | 204 |
| Jul 2025 | 6 | 210 |
| Aug 2025 | 5 | 215 |
| Sep 2025 | 8 | 223 |
| Oct 2025 | 10 | 233 |
| Nov 2025 | 18 | 251 |
| Dec 2025 | 33 | 284 |
| Jan 2026 | 30 | 314 |
| Feb 2026 | 10 | 324 |
| Mar 2026 | 11 | 335 |
| Apr 2026 | 12 | 347 |
| May 2026 | 7 | 354 |
| Jun 2026 | 14 | 368 |
| Jul 2026 | 12 | 380 |
| Aug 2026 | 14 | 394 |
| Sep 2026 | 13 | 407 |
| Oct 2026 | 5 | 412 |
| Nov 2026 | 5 | 417 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Engine21937.0%
- Powertrain (other)8814.9%
- Fuel system7512.7%
- Driver assistance579.6%
- Electrical437.3%
- Brakes315.2%
- Exterior lighting203.4%
- Steering122.0%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
13 campaigns cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govBACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
VEHICLE IS AFFECTED BY TOYOTA ENGINE RECALLCAMPAIN 25TA14 REGARDING MANUFACTURING METAL DEBRIS (MACHING SWARF). THE ORIGINAL FACTORY INSTALLED OIL FILTER (PART #90915-100010 WAS REMOVED AND HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY RETAINED AS PHYSICAL EVEDENCE OF POTENTIAL EARLY ENGINE CONTAMINATION. THE ENGINE CURRENTLY HAS NO CURRENT FAILURE BUT SEVERE RISK OF CATRASTROPHIC SEIZURE WHILE DRIVING COULD HAVE A FUTURE OCCURENCE
- NHTSA ID
- 11776489
- Incident
- Nov 7, 2026
A dashboard warning message “Engine coolant temp too high” came on during normal driving in traffic. I pulled over and got the temp down and the light to go off but it came on again later. I immediately took it to the dealership. They diagnosed that the problem was due to a leaking radiator possibly caused by rubbing against the fan shroud and the remedy was to replace the radiator. The mechanic who diagnosed this issue on my truck stated that he’d seen this issue before. After calling around to other dealerships for pricing I learned that this problem has been seen by most of the dealerships and the consensus I’ve gathered is that the rubbing/contact between the fan shroud and radiator is a design flaw causing the failure of the radiator. In my case, this is a big problem as it left me with a disabled vehicle and put me in an unsafe position with the potential to be stranded. Furthermore my truck with only approximately 43,000 miles on the odometer was out of warranty and the cost to replace this part is about $3,000! This is unacceptable and Toyota needs to recall and remedy this design problem and prevent unsafe and potentially hazardous situations for their customers.
- NHTSA ID
- 11776343
- Incident
- Oct 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the vehicle turned off and on unexpectedly. While stopped at a traffic light, the engine stalled. While parking at the residence, the failure recurred. The driver was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts, which required depressing the brake pedal multiple times. An unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the rear brakes engaged unintentedly, and the suspension felt rigid while turning. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V767000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the engine required replacement, with an estimated repair timeframe of four days. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11775471
- Incident
- Nov 3, 2026
- Mileage
- 56,000 mi
PARKING WARNING: As I was parking the warning system started to work then went back to no warning. The camera came on and then went off. This caused me to hit a parked car next to the parking spot where I was trying to park. The slow speed front warning system does not work ever since the warning system was updated. I reported it to the dealership, and they said the front warning system does not work as well as it did prior to the update. The correction for this would be to let the cameras and front warning system come on at a speeds of 5 miles per hour and stay on while stopped. The damage was minor but if a child had been standing in that spot they would have been hit. No police report private parking lot.
- NHTSA ID
- 11775370
- Incident
- Nov 2, 2026
On 10/30/2026 I was driving the vehicle and the engine started vibrating. Then the engine died and would not restart. The dashboard lights up when trying to start, but the engine will not turn over. I had the vehicle towed to Auto Nation Toyota Gulf Freeway in Houston, TX.
- NHTSA ID
- 11775074
- Incident
- Oct 30, 2026
Recall was issued a year ago on my engine and toyota has yet to do anything about the recall. There is also a second recall for ym tailights , this has been over a year since the recall was issued. First they told me i was to get a new engine in june of 2026. Then in may of 2026 they told me a software test will be completed first to determine if my truck needs a engine. The dealer did state at that time , they are not equipped or trained to perform the service so they dont know when this will happen if ever.
- NHTSA ID
- 11773023
- Incident
- Nov 6, 2025
While driving with out any warning engine started to shake really bad then shut down.
- NHTSA ID
- 11771828
- Incident
- Oct 3, 2026
2023 Toyota Tundra. On July 20, 2026 and again on September 18, 2026, while driving, the truck suddenly lost power and went into limp mode. The dash showed 'Check Engine / Reduced Engine Power / Visit Your Dealer' at about 43,440 miles. The truck had to be towed to the dealer on a flatbed. Losing power without warning in traffic is a serious safety risk. Other ongoing problems: the brakes squeaked for over a year before they were fixed, the driver seat bolster plastic is broken (this would be the third repair), the radio volume knob has failed, and there is excessive wind noise. This VIN still shows open recall 25V767 (engine machining debris causing loss of motive power), which has not been performed despite two dealer visits for this exact failure.
- NHTSA ID
- 11770361
- Incident
- Sep 18, 2026
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
ENGINE
Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Global Techstream+ (GTS+) ECU flash reprogramming procedures and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard+ (CUW+). To ensure the correct ECU software is installed, ECUs will require a Security Signature before the ECU will initialize the flash reprogramming sequence. This bulletin also details the process for acquiring a Security Signature from TIS during the GTS+ ECU flash reprogramming process.
ENGINE
This Customer Support Program provides coverage as it applies to the engine turbocharger assemblies on certain 2022 – 2025 Model Year Tundra, 2022 – 2025 Model Year Tundra HV, and 2023 – 2025 Model Year Sequoia models. The specific condition covered by this program is for corrosion of the turbocharger assembly’s wastegate bushing and pin due to defects in materials or workmanship. If this occurs, the engine warning light will illuminate after engine start up and there could be a reduction in acceleration performance. When the engine warning light illuminates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTCs) P25B372, P25B473, P25B572, and/or P25B673 are set in the engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU). If the condition is verified, the vehicle will be repaired with improved turbos under the terms of this Customer Support Program
SERVICE BRAKES
This Customer Support Program provides coverage as it applies to the engine turbocharger assemblies on certain 2022 – 2025 Model Year Tundra, 2022 – 2025 Model Year Tundra HV, and 2023 – 2025 Model Year Sequoia models. The specific condition covered by this program is for corrosion of the turbocharger assembly’s wastegate bushing and pin due to defects in materials or workmanship. If this occurs, the engine warning light will illuminate after engine start up and there could be a reduction in acceleration performance. When the engine warning light illuminates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTCs) P25B372, P25B473, P25B572, and/or P25B673 are set in the engine Electronic Control Unit (ECU). If the condition is verified, the vehicle will be repaired with improved turbos under the terms of this Customer Support Program
ENGINE
Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid and 2023 – 2025 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): •P25B372 – Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate “A” Actuator Stuck Open •P25B473 – Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate “A” Actuator Stuck Closed •P25B572 – Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate “B” Actuator Stuck Open •P25B673 – Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate “B” Actuator Stuck Closed Visual inspection may reveal corrosion on the wastegate actuator linkage. The turbocharger assembly has been updated to prevent this condition from occurring.
POWER TRAIN
OBSOLETE NOTICE August 24, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-26
POWER TRAIN
Some customers of 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with specifically non-hybrid V35A-FTS engines may experience one or more of the following drivability related concerns: • Hesitation from a rolling stop. • Hesitation from a quick stop.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2026 | 37 | 1 | 0 | 46.1 |
| 2025 | 144 | 5 | 0 | 57.4 |
| 2024 | 358 | 10 | 0 | 57.9 |
| 2023Viewing | 417 | 13 | 0 | 59.3 |
| 2022 | 433 | 13 | 0 | 56.3 |
| 2021 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 52.1 |
| 2020 | 48 | 5 | 0 | 58.1 |
| 2019 | 74 | 10 | 0 | 58.1 |
| 2018 | 100 | 9 | 0 | 56.8 |
| 2017 | 78 | 6 | 1 | 54.1 |
| 2016 | 120 | 6 | 1 | 56.5 |
| 2015 | 51 | 5 | 1 | 61.2 |
| 2014 | 93 | 5 | 1 | 54.6 |
| 2013 | 85 | 6 | 1 | 55.7 |
| 2012 | 156 | 4 | 1 | 55.6 |
| 2011 | 135 | 11 | 0 | 51.0 |
| 2010 | 163 | 16 | 0 | 52.4 |
| 2009 | 38 | 13 | 0 | 47.5 |
| 2008 | 327 | 13 | 0 | 54.4 |
| 2007 | 390 | 14 | 0 | 53.3 |
| 2006 | 545 | 13 | 3 | 60.4 |
| 2005 | 377 | 14 | 5 | 64.1 |
| 2004 | 466 | 13 | 6 | 62.9 |
| 2003 | 399 | 10 | 4 | 63.8 |
| 2002 | 482 | 6 | 3 | 60.8 |
| 2001 | 415 | 5 | 1 | 57.1 |
| 2000 | 1,011 | 7 | 1 | 55.6 |
| 1999 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.