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At a glance
What can fail
Metal debris from improper engine manufacturing may damage crankshaft bearings, causing rough running, starting problems, or engine stall while driving.
This page covers 15 recalls, 351 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 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 2023 Toyota Tundra cluster most heavily around the engine and powertrain. The most frequently reported issue is a throttle response problem where the truck hesitates when accelerating from a stop or low speed, then surges forward, owners describe the delay as lasting one to two seconds before the vehicle lunges ahead. This pattern shows up across a large number of reports and appears to affect both hybrid and non-hybrid trims. Powertrain complaints include engine failures on hybrid models, with some owners reporting complete engine replacement was needed. The fuel and propulsion system rounds out the top three reported areas, with owners describing power delivery inconsistencies that overlap with the hesitation-and-surge pattern. The throttle lag at low speeds, particularly during rolling stops and slow-speed merging, is the single most consistent symptom owners describe across this model year.
351
Total Complaints
6
Crash-Related
5
Fire-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2023 Toyota Tundra has 15 recalls, the most serious being an engine defect on 3.4L twin-turbo models where bearing failure can stall the engine and cut drive power without warning. A separate but related powertrain concern involves unexpected vehicle movement when the transmission is in neutral and the brakes are not applied. On the fuel system side, a plastic fuel tube routed near the brake lines can chafe against them, wear through, and leak fuel near potential ignition sources. The steel chain securing the spare tire underneath the vehicle may have been poorly welded and can break, dropping the tire onto the road.
A loose tonneau cover attachment joint can allow the cover to detach at speed, creating a hazard for other drivers. On the visibility and electronics side, a software error can cause the instrument cluster display to go blank, taking the speedometer and warning lights with it, and a separate software fault can prevent the rearview camera from displaying when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. Moisture can also get into the reverse light assemblies and cause them to fail. Several recalls cover incorrectly printed load capacity labels on vehicles equipped with spray-on bed liners, where the stated weight limit does not reflect the actual reduced capacity, which can lead to unintentional overloading.
At a glance
What can fail
Metal debris from improper engine manufacturing may damage crankshaft bearings, causing rough running, starting problems, or engine stall while driving.
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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 the fix does
Owners will be notified by mail when corrective actions are finalized.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
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
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
The weight capacity label on certain Toyota vehicles with GST accessories shows incorrect added weight values, which doesn't meet federal tire and rim safety standards.
What the fix does
Toyota will mail corrected labels to owners at no cost. Contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074 for assistance.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
What can fail
The load carrying capacity label on the bed liner is incorrect, potentially allowing the truck to be overloaded beyond safe limits.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label at no cost.
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
The chain securing the spare tire to the carrier can break, causing the spare tire to fall off the vehicle.
What the fix does
Toyota will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will replace the spare tire carrier assembly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The steel chain securing the spare tire underneath the vehicle may not be properly welded, risking the spare tire detaching.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
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.
At a glance
What can fail
The weight capacity label on the truck bed may show a lower maximum weight than what the bed liner and other accessories actually weigh when installed, which means the label gives incorrect information.
What the fix does
The manufacturer will mail you a corrected weight capacity label to replace the incorrect one on your truck bed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
