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2023 Toyota Tundra

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
417
+7 complaints in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
13
Latest Nov 6, 2025
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
13
3 injuries, 0 deaths reported

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.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

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.gov

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Nov 6, 2025
126,691 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Toyota Motor Engineering & ManufacturingManufacturer number See Part 573 ReportView on NHTSA.gov

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Oct 1, 2025
393,838 units potentially affected
The 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."
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Toyota Motor Engineering & ManufacturingManufacturer number 25TB10 / 25TA10View on NHTSA.gov

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

May 15, 2025
443,444 units potentially affected
The 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.
The risk: 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.
The 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.
Toyota Motor Engineering & ManufacturingManufacturer number 25TB06 / 25TA06View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Engine
Filed Nov 7, 2026

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
Engine
Filed Nov 6, 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
BrakesEngineSuspension
Filed Nov 3, 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
Driver assistance
Filed Nov 3, 2026
Crash reported

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
Engine
Filed 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
EnginePowertrain (other)
Filed Oct 22, 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
Engine
Filed Oct 17, 2026

While driving with out any warning engine started to shake really bad then shut down.

NHTSA ID
11771828
Incident
Oct 3, 2026
ElectricalEnginePowertrain (other)
Filed Oct 10, 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.

T-SB-0021-25 Rev1

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.

26TE04

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

26TE04

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

T-SB-0060-26

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.

T-SB-0111-22

POWER TRAIN

OBSOLETE NOTICE August 24, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-26

T-SB-0032-26 Rev1

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

Toyota Tundra by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027000—
2026371046.1
20251445057.4
202435810057.9
2023Viewing41713059.3
202243313056.3
2021243052.1
2020485058.1
20197410058.1
20181009056.8
2017786154.1
20161206156.5
2015515161.2
2014935154.6
2013856155.7
20121564155.6
201113511051.0
201016316052.4
20093813047.5
200832713054.4
200739014053.3
200654513360.4
200537714564.1
200446613662.9
200339910463.8
20024826360.8
20014155157.1
20001,0117155.6
1999110—

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.