Is the Toyota Tundra Reliable?
2000–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Toyota Tundra Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 8 | 2 | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 84 | 5 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2024 | 3 | 189 | — | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2023 | 6 | 261 | 2 | — | 39 | Poor |
| 2022 | 4 | 329 | 3 | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2021 | 2 | 8 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 5 | 29 | — | — | 46 | Fair |
| 2019 | 9 | 62 | 7 | — | 22 | Poor |
| 2018 | 7 | 60 | 6 | — | 32 | Poor |
| 2017 | 4 | 42 | 2 | — | 49 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Tundra Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Tundra scores 12 points below the average truck. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Toyota Tundra Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1072 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Toyota Tundra reliable?+
The Toyota Tundra scores 53/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 40 recall campaigns and 1072 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Tundra is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Tundra achieved the highest reliability score of 91/100 with 0 recalls and 8 complaints.
How many miles does a Tundra last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Toyota Tundra owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Tundra will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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