2023 Toyota TUNDRA problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
396 owner complaints analyzed
13 distinct recall campaigns
30,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2023 model year. Data snapshot: . 52 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine is the most frequently named component, appearing in 162 of 396 complaints (40.9%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine operation | 47 | 11.9% |
| Braking behavior | 39 | 9.8% |
| Transmission and shifting | 29 | 7.3% |
| Steering behavior | 15 | 3.8% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 10 | 2.5% |
| Fuel system concerns | 9 | 2.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine | 162 |
| Power Train | 83 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 60 |
| Unknown Or Other | 45 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 44 |
| Electrical System | 37 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 |
| Service Brakes | 29 |
Engine: 162; Power Train: 83; Fuel/Propulsion System: 60; Unknown Or Other: 45; Engine And Engine Cooling: 44; Electrical System: 37; Vehicle Speed Control: 30; Service Brakes: 29
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 18 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 23 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 10 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 18; 25,000 to 49,999: 23; 50,000 to 74,999: 10; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (23). 344 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 90 |
| 2025 | 138 |
| 2026 | 112 |
2023: 56; 2024: 90; 2025: 138; 2026: 112
Pattern summary
Engine leads the component reports. Engine operation appears in 47 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 39 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 29 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11590454 · 2024-05-23 (May 23, 2024)
While driving on the freeway, going about 65 mph and attempting to accelerate, the check engine light starting alarming and came on, and the vehicle engine shut off. I was able to somehow safely navigate the vehicle across multiple lanes of traffic without causing an accident. I lost power steering and any ability to accelerate. After being able to navigate to the side of the freeway, it took multiple times to restart the vehicle, but it did finally restart. During the remainder of the drive the issue did not occur again. I called the dealershi…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11590454 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11591005 · 2024-05-28 (May 28, 2024)
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal after a traffic stop or a traffic sign, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The contact stated that several attempts were needed to restart the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 19,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11591005 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11523973 · 2023-05-26 (May 26, 2023)
Vehicle before 1200 miles had to have driveshaft, rear differential and transfer case replaced outright due to faulty parts from factory. Vehicle was cleared from lot multiple times with claims of "noisy" rear brakes despite consumer insistence vehicle had drivetrain issues. Vehicle ultimately received rebuild with factory OEM parts.
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Owner report 11525471 · 2023-06-05 (June 5, 2023)
While driving my new 2023 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro Hybrid, the car alerted of Hybrid System Malfunction, Secondary Collision Brake System Malfunction, Check Engine and Traction Control Turned Off. At this time, the system went in to some sort of Creep mode and wouldn't allow me to accelerate. The truck would barely move over 15 mph. I pulled over and shut the truck off, exited the vehicle, re-entered the vehicle and restarted the truck. The same alerts come back on. After a bit, the truck allowed me to start without the issues. I immediately…
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Owner report 11525414 · 2023-06-05 (June 5, 2023)
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving out of the driveway, the contact shifted into neutral the vehicle started rolling forward. The contact was able to stop the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed. The failure mileage was 1,600.
Owner-reported narrative. 1,600 miles reported. Look up ODI 11525414 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11526297 · 2023-06-09 (June 9, 2023)
Started Tundra pulled away from Garage concrete approach onto level stone driveway saw a large stone applied brake shifted into neutral vehicle stopped opened door released brake started to step out and Tundra began to move ahead stepped back and applied brake then put transmission into Park. On level driveway this truck will move forward in neutral.
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Owner report 11520827 · 2023-05-07 (May 7, 2023)
Cannot find the correct tire size in the drop-down. But these tires are Bridgestone Dueler H/T 265/60/20 685. These tires are extremely unstable on this vehicle going any rate of speed on the highway with rigid surface. The vehicle sways back-and-forth as if it was on ice and has a little to no control road conditions are clear when this happens. Even worse when it rains I want to take the vehicle on the highway. I believe due to the gap of the tread pattern. They are catching on the grooves and throw the vehicle back-and-forth dangerously. I h…
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Owner report 11552953 · 2023-11-01 (November 1, 2023)
My 2023 Toyota Tundra currently has a open recall for the fuel tube rubbing against another near component increasing the risk of fire. The life of my family/public and myself were put at risk every day as this can cause a fire which is life threating. This problem has been confirmed by Toyota however there is no safe remedy for it at the moment. There is also a problem with the suspension/ball joints. Every time I turn the steering wheel while driving forward or reverse there is a clicking noise coming from what appears to be the suspension or…
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Owner report 11531790 · 2023-07-12 (July 12, 2023)
The new Tundra most of the features are controlled by the 14-inch Infotainment screen. The screen has gone completely dark and irresponsive to touch, power on/off, and hard reset by the dealership. Given that so many of the truck's safety features are controlled in this system, the vehicle is unsafe to operate. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership for service and beyond the hard reset (disconnect and reconnect the battery) which they've done, they are unable to diagnose what the problem is or how to fix it.
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Owner report 11550473 · 2023-10-17 (October 17, 2023)
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, and at various speeds, the instrument cluster and the radio would stop functioning. The contact stated that the message on the screen stated that a PIN should be entered to be able to view the instrument cluster. The contact stated that the failure had become constant. The contact also stated that the emergency alert, or 911 alert feature, linked to the same system as the radio and instrument cluster also failed to function as designed. The contact …
Owner-reported narrative. 17,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11550473 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11559718 · 2023-12-12 (December 12, 2023)
Fuel Gauge is always showing incorrect levels. When fueld up to full at times the gauge will show 1/2 tank to 1/4. Then other times if I know I have 1/4 tank of fuel left the gauge will show as full tank. Very unreliable and concerned whether I have a fuel leak or what not
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Owner report 11582286 · 2024-04-11 (April 11, 2024)
This truck was sold even while it was under recall over 1 year ago. That recall, for fuel tank issues STILL cannot be repaired as there are STILL not enough parts being distributed to dealers to fix it. Since that time, 2 additional recalls have been issued and dealers have no indication when they will be able to fix it. This vehicle should be treated as a lemon and taken off the road at Toyota's expense.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11582286 at NHTSA ↗