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This page covers 22 recalls, 404 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Toyota Tundra.
19–20 mpg combined
11.8–12.4 L/100km
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints about the 2022 Tundra center heavily on the engine and powertrain. The most widely reported issue involves throttle response, owners describe a pronounced hesitation or "dead pedal" moment when accelerating from a stop or during low-speed rolling maneuvers. A related pattern involves the gasoline engine cutting out briefly while the truck is still moving, particularly during slow merges, turns, or intersection crossings where the driver hasn't come to a complete stop. These behaviors appear tied to the hybrid powertrain's transition between electric and gasoline power. Powertrain complaints more broadly echo similar hesitation and engagement lag. A separate recurring complaint involves the driver-side seat shield, the plastic cover on the side of the front seat, cracking under normal use, with some owners noting concern about how that might affect side airbag deployment. Premature and uneven front tire wear shows up across multiple reports as well, persisting even after alignment corrections.
404
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Toyota Tundra has 22 recalls, the most serious involving axle shafts that can separate from the housing, engine bearing failure that can stall the truck, a fuel tube that can chafe against brake lines and leak fuel near ignition sources, and a transmission that can allow unexpected vehicle movement when in neutral.
On the brake and drivetrain side, the electronic parking brake can malfunction due to a software error and become unable to engage, and separately, the transmission can allow the vehicle to roll when left in neutral without the brakes applied. On models equipped with an optional Toyota genuine accessory tri-fold hard tonneau cover, the bed cover can detach while driving and become a hazard for other vehicles.
Several recalls affect visibility and displays. The instrument cluster display can go blank while driving, hiding the speedometer and warning lights. On trucks with the Panoramic View Monitor, the rearview camera can fail to display when reversing, or can show the front camera image instead. The reverse lamp assemblies can allow moisture inside and cause the backup lights to fail, reducing awareness for pedestrians and other drivers that the truck is backing up.
There is also a label recall affecting certain vehicles where the load carrying capacity sticker states an incorrect value, which can lead to an unknowingly overloaded truck.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 4 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What can fail
Manufacturing debris inside the engine may damage the main bearings, causing the engine to stall and lose drive power.
What the fix does
The repair is under development. Once available, dealers will perform the repair free of charge at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Under certain conditions, the rearview camera may fail to display its image or display it incorrectly on the 14-inch multimedia display when reversing.
What the fix does
Toyota will send you a letter. Take your vehicle to a dealership to have the multimedia display software updated.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software error prevents the rearview camera image from displaying when you shift into reverse, eliminating your rear visibility on the multimedia screen.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the multimedia display software at no cost to restore rearview camera functionality.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Moisture can enter the reverse light assemblies on certain 2022-2025 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles, causing the reverse lights to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both reverse light assemblies and repair wire harnesses as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Reverse lamp assemblies may not seal properly, allowing water to enter and damage the lamps over time, causing them to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealership will inspect and replace both reverse lamp assemblies if needed, and inspect and repair the reverse lamp wiring.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
Manufacturing debris may contaminate the engine and damage the main bearings, causing the engine to stall and lose drive power.
What the fix does
The engine assembly will be replaced at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The transmission control software can cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly when in neutral and brakes are not applied.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The load carrying capacity label on the vehicle states an incorrect weight limit, which could allow the vehicle to become overloaded beyond safe limits.
What the fix does
Toyota will mail a corrected load carrying capacity label at no charge to replace the incorrect one on your vehicle.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The plastic fuel tube routed near the metal brake lines can rub against them and crack, potentially causing fuel to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will add protective materials and a clamp to the fuel tube at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A plastic fuel tube on top of the fuel tank may not be properly secured, allowing it to contact brake lines and develop a fuel leak.
What the fix does
Dealership will perform an interim repair. When parts arrive, the fuel tube will be replaced with an improved version and additional clamps installed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The tonneau cover attachment joints may loosen, allowing the cover to detach from the truck bed.
What the fix does
Toyota will install new hardware (bolts, spacers, washers, nuts, rubber washers, and cotter pins) to secure the cover. If the cover is damaged at the mounting holes, it will be replaced with a new tonneau cover and hardware.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The tri-fold hard tonneau cover can loosen and detach from the truck bed while driving.
What the fix does
Remove the tonneau cover. Toyota will mail instructions and notify you when a permanent repair becomes available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software error in the instrument cluster's control unit may cause the dashboard display screen to go blank, making gauges and warnings invisible to the driver.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster's control unit software at no cost to restore normal display function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software issue may cause the instrument cluster display to go blank while driving, preventing you from seeing gauges, warning lights, and malfunction indicators.
What the fix does
Toyota will mail you instructions to take your vehicle to a dealership for a software update to the instrument cluster control unit.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The Skid Control computer may incorrectly detect an electrical overload in the electronic parking brake actuator and shut down, preventing the parking brake from engaging.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the Skid Control computer software at no cost to restore proper parking brake function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software error may prevent the parking brake from working properly. The warning light and message appear, and you might not be able to apply the brake, risking the vehicle rolling if not in park.
What the fix does
Your dealer will reprogram the skid control ECU to correct the software error.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The parking-assist camera system software is programmed incorrectly. When you shift into reverse, the front camera image displays instead of the rear camera image on your screen.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the parking-assist camera system software at no cost to restore proper rear-camera display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software issue may cause the front camera image to display instead of the rearview camera image when you shift into reverse gear, violating the requirement to show the rearview.
What the fix does
Toyota will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will update the parking assist ECU software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The nuts securing the axle shafts to the axle housing may loosen and fall off over time, causing the axle shafts to separate. This can result in noise, vibration, oil leaks, and reduced braking and stability.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect the rear axle assembly and retighten the axle flange nuts. Damaged axle components will be replaced as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The nuts securing the axle shafts can loosen over time, potentially causing one or both axle shafts to separate from the axle housing.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear axle, tighten the flange nuts, and replace any damaged axle components as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
In cold weather, the parking assist control unit software may block the rearview camera signal, preventing the rearview image from displaying on the Panoramic View Monitor system.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the parking assist control unit software at no charge to restore rearview camera signal transmission.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
A software issue may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the multimedia screen when the transmission is in reverse.
What the fix does
Toyota will mail you instructions to bring your truck to a dealership for a parking assist ECU software update.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
