2024 Toyota Tundra
Common Problems
Ranked from 120 federal NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
20 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Engine Stall at Highways Speeds
28complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine suddenly stalls at highway speeds, causing loss of power and requiring immediate action.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
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Throttle Lag/Hesitation
24complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine experiences a noticeable delay in response when the gas pedal is pressed, leading to potential loss of control and near accidents.
Related recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
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Engine Hesitation Upon Acceleration
14complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine hesitates or loses power when attempting to accelerate, leading to delayed response and potential loss of control.
Related recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
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Engine Failure During Towing
12complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine fails while towing, leading to loss of power and potential accidents.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
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Fuel Gauge Malfunction
12complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel gauge frequently resets to full without refueling, creating uncertainty about the actual fuel level.
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Throttle Lag and Dead Spot
8complaintsMedium severityFuel systemWhen pressing the throttle, there is a noticeable lag or dead spot where the vehicle does not respond immediately, often causing close calls in traffic.
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Vehicle Speed Control Issues
8complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences delays in acceleration, leading to difficulty in controlling speed and merging into traffic.
Related recall: 24V125000
- 8
Engine Knocking and Rough Running
7complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine produces knocking sounds and runs roughly, often leading to no-start conditions.
Related recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
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Throttle Response Issues
6complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe throttle response is inconsistent, leading to hesitation and difficulty in accelerating, increasing the risk of accidents.
Related recall: 24V125000
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Brake Issues
5complaintsHigh severityBrakesBrakes squeak and fail intermittently, posing a safety risk due to sudden loss of braking ability.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
5complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls or experiences significant lag at idle, especially when transitioning from a rolling stop to moving forward.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
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Random Power Loss
5complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences random power loss, often leading to near collisions and difficulty in maintaining control.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V125000
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Vehicle Acceleration Issues
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe vehicle experiences significant lag or hesitation when accelerating from a stop, often causing the vehicle to not move for a few seconds before acceleration.
Related recall: 24V125000
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Brake Malfunction During Towing
4complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brakes fail or malfunction during towing, increasing the risk of accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Brake Pulsation During Descending
4complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe brakes pulse during high-speed descents, indicating potential rotor warping or other brake issues.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Engine Recall Issues
4complaintsMedium severityEngineMultiple engine recalls remain unresolved, causing ongoing issues and safety concerns.
Related recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
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Engine Stalling and No-Start Conditions
4complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine frequently stalls and fails to start, posing significant safety risks.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 25V767000, 26V320000
- 18
Exterior Lighting Issues
4complaintsLow severityElectricalThe exterior lighting, including brake lights and reverse lamps, intermittently fail or do not function properly, requiring recall repairs that are not yet available.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 19
Severe Tire Wear on Outer Edges
2complaintsMedium severityOtherPremature and uneven tire wear occurs on the outer edges, likely due to misalignment or other underlying issues.
Related recalls: 23V757000, 24V548000, 26V179000
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Transmission Delay in Shifting Gears
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThere is a noticeable delay in shifting gears, particularly from a rolling stop, causing the vehicle to not move for a few seconds before acceleration.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V125000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.