2019 TOYOTA Tundra Problems & Complaints
Real owner complaints and problems reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). View common issues by component.
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
9 complaints
I bought this car in January 2019, and even though it had 210 miles, they sold it to me as new. I think they did something illegal because I have the purchase contract and they didn't put that information there. They put 10 miles and I didn't notice at the time. Also, I have the window sticker and it says the car comes standard with a remote key for entry, and the dealer removed it to make it without one. I'm ashamed I didn't report this sooner. It must be a form of consumer theft, something they only do to protect themselves.
Dec 18, 2025
The built-in navigation system in my 2019 Toyota Tundra is dangerously outdated and cannot be updated over-the-air (OTA). Recently, it misrouted me into a remote, unfamiliar area with no cell service and incorrect road data. If I hadn’t had enough fuel, I could have been stranded in potentially life-threatening conditions. Toyota continues to install these systems with outdated maps and no OTA functionality, while presenting them as part of a reliable, intelligent driving experience. This is not a minor tech issue—it is a safety failure. Drivers are led to trust a system that cannot be trusted. I want to be clear: this experience has completely changed how I view Toyota as a brand. What seemed like a small, fixable flaw turned into a moment of genuine danger. That moment told me everything I needed to know about Toyota’s priorities—and Toyota is no longer in my future because of it. I urge NHTSA to investigate this as a potential recall-level issue. A navigation system that actively misleads the driver and offers no timely updates is not just broken—it’s hazardous.
Jun 07, 2025
We were driving down an unpaved road at 8 mph in 4WDh in our 2019 Toyota Tundra when I heard a couple popping sounds from inside the car. Then it stopped. I opened the passenger side door to get out and check on the truck, and flames were pouring out under the engine. There were 3 of us in the car. We immediately got out and tried to pour water and throw sand on the fire. It grew very quickly, so we ran away. The car was immediately engulfed in flames like something out of a movie with black smoke going high into the air. Within 5-10 minutes, the truck was totally gone. There were no warning signs/lights other than the 2 pops and then fire/explosion. We are very lucky we did not die. We bought it brand new. It was the first new car we’ve ever owned. It was impeccably cared for. We always brought it to the Toyota dealership in Eugene, OR for service. It was there about a month prior to the explosion. During that visit, they replaced the battery as well as dealt with the halogen light recall. Other things were more routine maintenance. We are in shock and do not want this to happen to others. We also do not know what our next steps are, but we wanted your agency to be aware of this issue. The local dealership said it must have been a car defect or bad workmanship at our last service. Either way, it was terrifying.
Dec 06, 2022
A technical safety bulletin was issue for this issue (T-SB-0036-19). On a recent trip in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park, my wife and I were pulling a travel trailer with LED lights and noticed that the trailer disconnected warning come on. We thought it was a loose cable and pulled over to check the plug. We started home after our trip and had this occur several times on step grades. The scary issue is the lights continue to work indicating that it’s still connected, however when I checked the manual brake controller there were no brakes! There were no areas to pull over. Once we were able to pullover safely, we checked the connection again and it was still secure. This occurred again on I-40 as we approached and accident scene with sudden braking. Then it disappeared again. We made it safely home and I started researching the issue and found the bulletin. I took it to Toyota to complete but it’s still an optional bulletin. This is an enormous safety issue considering a 5400 pound truck capable of towing a 9200 pound trailer at highway speeds with no braking or access to the first step to stop trailer sway.
Jun 14, 2022
I OWN A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. MY HANDS FREE BLUETOOTH BEGAN DISCONNECTING AND RESTARTING MY RADIO. I THOUGHT IT WAS MY IPHONE 8 SO I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW PHONE IPHONE XR. STILL DISCONNECTING FROM HANDSFREE. I TOOK MY TRUCK TO MY LOCAL DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME ITS A KNOWN ISSUE AND TO BUY AN ANDROID PHONE. I HAVE ALSO CONTACTED TOYOTA'S 1-800-331-4331 CUSTOMER SERVICE (CASE NUMBERS [XXX] & [XXX]) THEY TOO TELL ME ITS A KNOWN ISSUE AND THEY ARE PUTTING IT OFF ON APPLE. I LIVE IN A HANDS FREE STATE AND CANNOT USE MY MY BLUETOOTH. TOYOTA NEEDS TO FIX THIS FOR SAFETY PURPOSES AND TICKETING PURPOSES! I'VE FOUND MANY OTHER TOYOTA OWNERS REPORTING THE SAME THING ON TOYOTA FORUMS. MY TRUCK IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY AT THE LEAST THEY NEED TO INSTALL AN UP TO DATE STEREO TO MAKE IT WORK ON MY BLUETOOTH. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Jul 09, 2020
+ 4 more complaints for this component
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
9 complaints
Truck shut off while driving fuel pump connector in the tank was melted and could have started a fire. Was told my tundra doesn’t fall under the recall but is having the same problem
Mar 20, 2025
When refueling this vehicle, gasoline will flow out of the filler tank onto the ground and will shoot out onto the person filling the truck up. Have had the charcoal canister replaced twice and this has not fixed the problem for any length of time. Dealer claims that vent tubes are getting clogged up but cannot explain how or why they are plugged up. Last repair lasted one week before fueling issues showed up again. The gas shooting out of the filler hose onto people standing nearby and onto the ground is an extreme fire and explosion issue and is an environmental issue. This problem seems to be a common issue based on internet search for Toyota Tundra refueling issues. There has been a service bulletin published by Toyota on this issue. I have been having this problem for over 2 years.
Dec 05, 2024
Fuel pump is losing prime and difficult to start when cold. Various websites indicate Toyota issued a recall for 2018 and 2019 Tundra fuel pumps in 2020, but no recall appeared on our recent search when we began having issues. Did Toyota end the recall?
May 06, 2024
One morning, I tried to start my truck, and it would not start. After taking it to Lipton Toyota in Fort Lauderdale, they determined the fuel pump was faulty. Unfortunately, they’ve had my truck for over two weeks and have informed me of a national shortage for Toyota fuel pumps. I have spoken to other dealerships in the area, including those in Kentucky, they are also on back order for these fuel pumps.
Feb 10, 2024
The vehicle is vibrating while accelerating and bogging down when the accelerator is depress, causing the car to slow down drastically. Doing research it similar to the issues that the fuel pump were having in the 2019 Toyota tundra recalls. Also at the start of the engine it seems that is bogging and causing the rpm to fluctuate, in some cases car will crank and will not start. I have vídeo prove of this issue and audio when the car is starting
Dec 05, 2023
+ 4 more complaints for this component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
4 complaints
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle at the residence, the contact stated that the engine was shaking abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced, and that the electrical fuel module needed to be reset. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was 117,000.
Feb 07, 2025
The contact's husband owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that on various occasions while starting the vehicle, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was then taken to a local dealer and was diagnosed, and it was determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact referenced the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Dec 28, 2022
The contact's husband owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that after her husband had refueled the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as needed without warning. The contact pushed the vehicle into the gas station's repair garage where the mechanic informed him that the fuel pump was defective. The contact's husband then called the dealer where they informed him of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V682000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) which the dealer related to the failure; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 36,348.
May 05, 2022
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V682000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Dec 28, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
3 complaints
Keep getting the messages "Trailer brake error, if towing come to a stop with manual controls" And "Pre-collision system malfunction" The messages go away usually after restarting the vehicle but eventually comes back on
Jul 24, 2025
The electrical system malfunctioned, causing all warning lamps on the dashboard to light up. Because this happened while I was driving, I do believe that this electrical issue caused safety concerns for others on the road. The taillights went out first, seconds later, all remaining electrical failed at once, including airbags, windows, headlights at one point, pre collision warning lights, lane departure, and the breaking system failed as well. This caused safety concerns for myself, my passenger, as well as the public because all safety warning sensors failed at once while on the road. The problem has been confirmed by Roseville Toyota, who is a manufacturer, and who currently has the vehicle now, they said that there is definitely an electrical issue and most likely a short of some sort. The warning lamps and messages on the dash lit up one at a time, seconds apart from each other, until the entire dash was lit up completely while I was driving on March 24, 2023.
Mar 29, 2023
Intermit message "Trailer disconnect " message causing the trailer braking system to fail when attached to truck. Truck brakes are used to stop trailer at unsafe distances. Several trailers were used to verify. I have attached the fix but Toyota says its warranty issue. This is a "safety" issue. I had my 3 year old son in the truck when i had to apply the brakes and couldn't stop in enough time. The truck brakes could not handle the weight of the trailer hence why the trailer brakes were needed. Please prevent a death.
Jun 04, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
3 complaints
Factory installed OEM LED HEADLIGHTS: While driving in WET SNOW and SNOW conditions, headlights get covered in snow and visibility is greatly reduced to almost zero.
Nov 23, 2024
THE #4157 INCANDESCENT TURN SIGNAL BULBS ON THE FRONT OF THE TRUCK ARE FAR TOO DIM AND GET DROWNED OUT BY THE LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS AND LED HEADLIGHTS. THEY ARE ALSO TOO FAR BACK IN THE HEAD LIGHT HOUSING TO BE SEEN FROM THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THESE ARE THE ONLY FRONT TURN SIGNALS SINCE THERE ARE NONE IN THE MIRRORS. ALL TURN SIGNAL BULBS AND BRAKE LIGHT BULBS SHOULD BE LEDS. HTTPS://YOUTU.BE/HUAOTOB6C_S
Oct 01, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHEN THE CONTACT DIMMED THE HEADLIGHTS, THERE WAS LIMITED VISIBILITY. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE MUCH FURTHER BEYOND THE HOOD. THE CONTACT DESCRIBED THE CONDITION AS BEING SIMILAR TO HAVING A BRICK WALL IN FRONT OF HIS VEHICLE, BLOCKING THE HEADLIGHTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DICK DYER TOYOTA (240 KILLIAN COMMONS PARKWAY, COLUMBIA, SC 29203, (803) 786-4111) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE IN THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR PARTS. THE DEALER ONLY TESTED THE VEHICLE DURING THE MORNING RATHER THAN AT NIGHT WHEN THE TESTING WAS NEEDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND PROVIDED A CASE NUMBER. THE MANUFACTURER CALLED THE DEALER AND CONFIRMED THAT EVERYTHING WAS OK. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,500.
Aug 07, 2019
AIR BAGS
3 complaints
The contact owned a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, an oncoming vehicle did not obey a stop sign and proceeded to crash into the rear driver's side of the contact's vehicle. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the platform of an 18-wheeler. No air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to his residence. A police report was filed. The vehicle was deemed destroyed by the insurance company. The contact who was the driver sustained severe back pain and an injured left knee pending further treatment at a clinic. The front passenger sustained bruising to the left arm and back pain but did not seek medical attention. The rear passenger sustained bruising to the right arm and back pain but did not seek medical attention. The other vehicle occupants did not sustain injuries. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
Oct 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 mph, a 2008 Lincoln struck the rear passenger side of her vehicle which caused her vehicle to tail spin and crash into the guardrail. The vehicle continued to tailspin. The air bags did not deploy. All the warning indicator lights were flashing after the crash. The contact sustained a laceration on the neck, a bruised hip, and leg pain and was provided medical attention at the hospital. A police report was filed. There were no reported fires. The vehicle was towed to a towing lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Apr 28, 2023
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ON THE FREEWAY WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT WAS 75 MPH. WHILE DRIVING MY PASSENGER SAID I PASSED OUT, FLOORED THE GAS PEDAL AND JERKED THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT. I THEN DROVE THROUGH THE MEDIAN AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC REACHING 90 PLUS MPH, MISSING TWO CARS, AND JUMPING A 4 FOOT BARBED WIRE FENCE WITHOUT TOUCHING THE FENCE. I CONTINUED INTO THE DESERT UNTIL MY PASSENGER WAS ABLE TO PUT THE TRUCK IN PARK HITTING A FEW TREES AND BUSHES ALONG THE WAY. I THEN WOKE UP WHEN PARAMEDICS AND FIRST RESPONDERS WERE ALREADY THERE. ME AND THE PASSENGER WERE BOTH WEARING OUR SEATBELTS AND MY PASSENGER DID NOT AQUIRE ANY INJURIES. I HAD A SIEZURE TO CAUSE THE ACCIDENT AND HAVE HAD MULTIPLE ONES SINCE THEN A MONTH AGO. THE FRONT OF MY TRUCK WAS MANGLED AND THE FRAME WAS BENT IN TWO PLACES. THE ISSUE IS I SUFFERED 4 FRACTURES IN MY SPINE TOP OF THE LUMBAR AND BOTTOM 3 OF MY THORASIC. I AM CURIOUS AFTER TALKING TO THE MECHANIC WHO LOOKED OVER MY TRUCK AS TO WHY MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING THE ACCIDENT. IN SUMMARY I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT THAT TOTALED MY TRUCK, AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND I SUFFERED MULTIPLE SPINAL FRACTURES.
Oct 20, 2020
STRUCTURE
3 complaints
Sunroof shattered while driving on highway. Noise similar to a gun being fired, caused momentary disorientation; however, was able to keep vehicle on the road. No warning, no other vehicles around that could have kicked up a rock, debris, etc. Smooth conditions on the road (no potholes, bumps, etc.). Sunroof was in the tilt up position, side windows down, and rear window down - even temperature outside and inside (74 degrees F). Small glass "shards" in eyes and hair; however, most of it went up/out. Vehicle gets inspected tomorrow (09-21) for insurance purposes.
Sep 20, 2022
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS LOADING WOOD INTO THE VEHICLE, THE BED CAVED IN ON THE VEHICLE. SHORTLY AFTER, THE TAILGATE FRACTURED. THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE COULD BE PUSHED IN BY HAND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO L AND S TOYOTA (248 AUTO PLAZA DRIVE, BECKLEY, WV 25801, (304) 252-8548) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A NEW BED LINER NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
Jun 04, 2019
2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO POOR CRASH TEST RATING. *LD *JS
May 14, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES
3 complaints
Integrated break controller won’t detect the trailer and it won’t engage the breaks on the trailer.
Apr 15, 2022
2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MISSISING BRAKE SENSOR.
Apr 01, 2022
DRIVING AT 55 MPH ON A DARK ROAD WITH NO SHOULDER WHEN THE TRUCK BEGAN SHAKING VIOLENTLY IN THE MIDDLE OF A BANKER LEFT TURN. HAD DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 2 MILES FROM HOME WHEN PROBLEM SUDDENLY OCCURRED. OVERWHELMING SMELL OF BURNING BRAKES OUTSIDE WHEN I OPENED THE DOOR AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS HOT. TRUCK TOWED TO DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY FOR DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR. DEALER DETERMINED PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT PERFORMED AT 5,000 MILE SERVICE WAS IMPROPERLY DONE. THEY ADJUSTED PARKING BRAKE AND RELEASED VEHICLE. DROVE APPROXIMATELY 5 MILES DOWN FREEWAY AND SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED AFTER EXITING FREEWAY (AFTER A BANKED RIGHT TURN), BUT I COULD HEAR BRAKES SCREECHING THIS TIME. SMELLED BURNING BRAKES AND REAR PASSENGER WHEEL WAS HOT. RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP FOR FURTHER SERVICE AND TRUCK DRIVE NORMALLY EXCEPT FOR PERSISTENT BRAKE SQUEAK. DEALER REPLACED BRAKES AND RESURFACED ROTORS LAST WEEK. ISSUE HAS NOT OCCURRED AGAIN AS OF THIS DATE.
Feb 15, 2020
STEERING
2 complaints
I had to have the steering rack assembly replaced in my vehicle due to a leak. This is one of the complaints and a recall but I never got a notification.
Jul 22, 2025
My son was driving to Mineral Wells to get something to eat on Wednesday 11/17/21 at 8:00 at night on FM 52 South. All of a sudden the steering wheel falls in his lap. He picked it up and shoved it onto the column and was able to steer the truck onto the side of the road without hitting anything. He looked underneath the steering wheel assembly and 2 of the 4 ubolts where missing. Where did they go - if they were ever there in the first place. The steering wheel has had some vibration and we have had the truck front end aligned and the wheels balanced. I had it in not long ago for an inspection/oil change/tire rotation. After I left the dealership the wheel felt a little loose and there was some vibration but I thought it was the road and it did stop vibrating. I also drive a Prius and I thought maybe I'm just not used to the way the truck feels. I told my son when I got home that it felt loose and he said he would keep an eye on it. Then Wednesday night the steering wheel falls off and the whole column falls out. What is this? I also drive the truck and I do not think I would have had #1 - the strength to pick the wheel up and force it back onto the column or #2 - the sense to even do that. I would have had an accident. The Shottenkirk dealership does not want to deal with the problem even though I have an extended warranty so today Freeman Toyota calls me and they are picking up the truck and will be doing the repair work. Bottom line - my son could have been killed or injured, I drove the truck Monday in Ft. Worth going 70+mph and I could have been killed or injured. How does a steering wheel/steering column loose ubolts and falls off/collapses?
Nov 19, 2021
TIRES
2 complaints
275/55r20. only have around 10,000 miles. just rotate the tire at Walmart in Texas . on my way to Georgia my rear tire exploded without any warning at 75 mph . I almost lost control over the vechle .
Sep 04, 2024
VIBRATION IN TIRES COULD NOT BE BALANCED. THREE COMPLETE SETS(4) AND TWO REPLACED RECENTLY. I KEPT THE TIRES
Aug 10, 2020
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2 complaints
TRUCK STALLING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME THIS HAPPENED BUT WHAT SCARED ME THIS TIME IT SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. VERY HAZARDOUS AND ALMOST CAUSED A BAD ACCIDENT.
Feb 05, 2021
I DO NOT HAVE ANY ISSUES BUT I CONCERN IN REGARDS TO THE TOYOTA MOTOR RECALLED OF VEHICLES' FUEL PUMPS ISSUE THAT MY 2019 TUNDRA IS ON THE RECALLED.
Mar 05, 2020
VISIBILITY
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, AN EXPLOSION WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT CALLED OAKBROOK TOYOTA AT 630-789-9600 (LOCATED AT 550 E OGDEN AVE, WESTMONT, IL 60559) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE HAD TO BE CAUSED BY SOMETHING STRIKING THE SUN ROOF. THE DEALER DENIED ALL RESPONSIBILITY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CALLED, BUT THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 4,800. *LN
Oct 31, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BIG TWO TOYOTA OF CHANDLER (1250 S GILBERT RD, CHANDLER, AZ 85286) AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THEY WOULD REPLACE THE SUN ROOF. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,142.
Mar 20, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
Intermittent message displaying "Trailer Brakes Disconnected" while towing. Trailer lights continued to operate even while message was displayed. On average trailer connected and disconnected every 2-3 minutes
Aug 18, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while replacing the shocks, the contact noticed that the shocks were oily. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for warranty repair, and the contact was informed that the brake pads on the rear axle were soaked with oil. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
May 01, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed on several occasions, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer on two occasions. The dealer diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the fuel pump part #770200C170 was on backorder. The dealer reprogrammed the fuel pump system twice as temporary repairs; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence, where it was diagnosed by a mobile mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that that the fuel pump was burned, causing the electrical connector part #9098010844 to burn and melt. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the electrical connector part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under the factory warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.
Apr 02, 2025
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
Having fuel pump issue. Car stalls very badly and pre collision light and engine lights start flashing. Severe jumping by car driving down the road. When accelerating the car has no acceleration and hesitates very badly.
Jan 25, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
There was three warning light showing malfunction collision warning and i tried to to dealership and they said nothing is wrong
Jun 28, 2024
STRUCTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
This is the second chrome hood bulge that I've put on it and it keep breaking with the wind and just flys off. Also the collision light will come on by itself.
Apr 18, 2024
SEATS
1 complaint
I was on a camping trip in Wyoming, and I started my Tundra up on a chilly morning. It was running for about 5 minutes before I came back to it and entered the cab. Immediately upon entering I noticed a strange smell. I also noticed at that time that the driver’s seat was extremely warm. I quickly shut off the heat warmer (original equipment on the truck). Inspecting the seat, I could see where the leather was just starting to melt. Luckily, I caught this in time, for if I would have left it longer, the vehicle could have caught fire. An online search discovered previous problems with Toyota seat warmers. My contact with Toyota was not helpful, for they simply told me that it was out of warranty, despite being a safety issue.
Oct 26, 2023
STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS
1 complaint
I took my vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. During the safety inspection the Toyota authorized tech advised me about a serious safety issue with rust on the undercarriage of my vehicle. He advised that the control arms as well as sway bars and suspension , shocks, struts had heavy rust on them. He advised that this is a safety issue as if something breaks I could lose control. I have enclosed the video. I then contacted First Team Toyota and they initially wanted me to bring the truck in for inspection. The next day they called and told me that since I was no longer under warranty , That they could not help me. I was also told that the undercoating I paid extra for does not cover the parts that are rusted. I contacted Toyota corporate and they opened a case #[XXX]. After several days they decided that there was nothing they could do for me. I have my vehicle serviced routinely and have never been advised of any rust problems on my truck. Then after the warranty runs out, I’m advised of this problem. I take extreme care of my truck and spray the under carriage with fresh water whenever I drive thru rain or puddles. I am extremely concerned regarding the safety of this vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Jul 29, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
IBC errors while towing. Serious safety issue.
Jul 08, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS
1 complaint
The seat heater control module has failed causing the plastic to burn and melt, nearly starting a fire. Toyota knows about this but refuses to issue a safety recall.
Feb 26, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
2019 Tundra: for no reason or indication the vehicle displayed a “Trailer Break Error” and “Pre-collision System malfunction” warning asking me to pull over if towing anything (nothing was being towed) and to contact the dealership. Vehicle still operational however the menus can’t be seen as the warning is consistent.
Jan 22, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
PCS ABS 4LO 4HI Brake ABS BSM Traction Control RCTA Warning Triangle christmas tree started. Along with the Precollision System Malfunction, Drive Start Control Malfunction, Blind Spot Monitor Malfuntion, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Trailer Brake Error massages
Aug 25, 2022
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
Pre collison warning system has turned itself off in the rain and states visit dealer for service. Never logs data and on when you get to dealer. Same system has also flash "Brake" on the highway at 65 mph when a dry sunny day and no cars around. I am worried it may actually brake by accident causing loss of control. Went to dealer on both occasions and because it doesn't log the data there was nothing they could do. Did my own research and there was a technical service bulletin for certain VINS (not mine) to "repair" this module behind the grill. It was done to my truck but not by my dealership before I took ownership. It should not have been done and Route 44 toyota just did nothing. I asked for a replacement and they wouldn't because there wasn't any codes listed to warrant it because the TSB wasn't for my truck even though someone did it. On their TSB it recommends replacement for my current issues but they wouldn't do it.
Dec 11, 2021
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
3 times in the last few mos the BRAKE! warning came on. Nothing was causing this warning to engage. This happened again today. Another issue is when the Valdosta Toyota (GA) dealer attempted to fix the fuel pump recall on 22 JUL 2020 it was assembled incorrectly. I called the dealership and told them to come and get my Tundra because gas was dripping onto my driveway. They sent a tow truck and it was supposedly fixed and they brought it back to me in about 2 hrs. It really does run the way it did before they “re-fixed” it. Very often now when it is driving I feel something like a failing fuel pump. It fades away but it is not comfortable taking it long distances. It feels like there is a clog in the fuel system or something, although there is not. I have 33,400 miles on it today and I can’t help but wonder if Valdosta Toyota didn’t just exchange the original fuel pump with a different used one?
Sep 08, 2021
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE
1 complaint
Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) malfunctions sporadically while driving. Warning lights illuminate and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) disengages when activated while driving. The Pre-Collision System (PCS) is turned off and flashes with the following error messages. - Pre-Collision System Malfunction - Visit Your Dealer - Auto Headlight System Malfunction - Visit Your Dealer - LDA Malfunction - Visit Your Dealer This has happened twice, first right after purchasing the vehicle brand new in 2019 and most recently last week on 5/22/2021. I took the vehicle into the dealer on 5/25/2021 and they seemed aware of this issue, but stated they could not reproduce it and there were no error codes logged. I showed them the video of this happening (link below) while driving through Nevada. I was told the errors will not disable the vehicle or put it into limp mode, but my concern is when this happens while using DRCC, which almost made me drive into the back of a tractor trailer on Interstate 80. The speed limit on I-80 in Nevada is 80 MPH. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WrxgM8SJeB02eO4a6E9tbyCeAr6gRRHs/view?usp=sharing
May 26, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaint
FLASHING FRONT AMBER TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS ARE NOT ADEQUATELY VISIBLE TO OTHER DRIVERS WHEN DRL OR HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. DUE TO THIS OTHER DRIVERS OFTEN DON'T SEE TURN SIGNAL FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.
Jan 29, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
DRIVING WITH CRUISE CONTROL AT 30 MPH, THE ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON , AND SUDDENLY THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN, NO BRAKES AND NO POWER STEERING. I WENT TO TURN RIGHT AT THE NEAREST AVAILABLE SIDE STREET SO I WOULD GET OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. AS I WAS TRYING TO TURN RIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS VERY HARD TO TURN AND I ENDED UP ON THE WRONG SIDE OF ROAD AND IMPEDING TRAFFIC. LUCKILY THE ROAD WAS SLIGHTLY UPHILL AND THE TRUCK WAS ABLE TO COME TO A STOP. I THEN APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND TURNED THE KEY TO THE OFF POSITION. I TRIED RESTARTING THE TRUCK TO GET IT OUT OF THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND AT THAT TIME IT CRANKED AND IT HAD A STALLED RUBBLE SOUND FOR ABOUT 3 SECONDS AND THEN SHUT DOWN AGAIN. AT SOME POINT THE TRANSMISSION BECAME LOCKED AND THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER HAD TO USE THE SHIFT LOCK RELEASE TO GET IT ON THE FLATBED.
Oct 12, 2019
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH THE WARNING LIGHT 'ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDALS DEPRESSED SIMULTANEOUSLY ' CAME ON AND THE TRUCK SLOWED DOWN SIGNIFICANTLY, WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS NOT BEING USED WHILE DRIVING.
Sep 10, 2019
POWER TRAIN
1 complaint
VEHICLE PARKED ON BOAT LAUNCHING RAMP 25-30% SLOPE CONCRETE SURFACE WITH 24 FOOT ALUMINUM TRAILER IN TOW; BOAT OFF TRAILER, TRUCK FACING AWAY FROM WATER, TRAILER CLOSEST TO WATER. SUNNY, RAMP WAS DAMP, WITH SOME WOOD AND AQUATIC VEGETATION ON RAMP. VEHICLE WAS IN 2 WHEEL DRIVE. AFTER UNLOADING BOAT USING A LAUNCH CORD AND PULLING BOAT ONTO RAMP, DEPRESSED BRAKE AND MOVED SHIFTER FROM DRIVE TO PARK. PARK ENGAGED AND STEPPED FROM VEHICLE WHEN TRUCK BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARD. LUNGED INTO CAB, SAW SHIFTER WAS NOW IN NEUTRAL! WAS ABLE TO REACH SHIFTER AND ATTEMPTED TO PUT INTO PARK. GEAR SHIFT MOVED TO PARK BUT VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ROLL AND I HEARD AN AUDIBLE CLICKING FROM TRANSMISSION AREA. TRUCK (AND ME) CONTINUED BACKWARD INTO LAKE, ALMOST DROWNED BUT FOR HELP OF A GOOD SAMARITAN ON SHORE. WHEN TRUCK RECOVERED IT WAS IN PARK, WRECKER OPERATOR HAD TO MANUALLY BYPASS THIS TO LOAD ON FLATBED. MY PRIOR 2019 TUNDRA CREW CAB DID SAME THING I CANNOT BELIEVE THIS HAPPENED. IN 2007 ON YOUR SITE SOMEONE REPORTED SAME TUNDRA ISSUE UNDER CONTROLLED CONDITIONS. SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THIS TRUCK'S TRANSMISSION. NEVER HAPPENED UNDER ANY OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES BUT I ASSURE YOU IT IS GOING TO RESULT IN SOMEONE DYING I ALMOST DID. BOTH CLAIMS HANDLED BY USAA INSURANCE, DATE OF ACCIDENT MONDAY, 5 AUG,
Aug 07, 2019
SUSPENSION
1 complaint
REAR AXLES AREN'T THE PROPER FIT, CAUSING THEM TO SHAKE WHICH CAUSES THE ROTORS TO VIBRATE THAT PRODUCES AN SQUEAKY/STRETCHING NOISE WHEN BRAKING. WAS ORIGINALLY TOLD IT WAS NORMAL UNTIL I CONTACTED TOYOTA CUSTOMER CARE. SERVICE TECHS STATES THAT 'IT'S SAFE TO DRIVE' BUT I DIDN'T TRUST IT. MY TRUCK ISN'T THE ONLY TRUCK, THERE ARE SERVAL MORE THAT MAKING THIS SAME EXACT NOISE. ABOUT TO TURN MY TRUCK BACK IN TO TOYOTA UNDER THE LEMON LAW.
Jul 24, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
LESS THAN 3000 MILES WHEN INCIDENT HAPPENED. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH ON A HIGHWAY THE DASH SCREEN SAID BRAKE AND A CHIME WAS HEARD. IT WAS LATE EVENING 3 DAYS AGO AND THEIR WAS ABSOLUTELY NO OTHER VEHICLES AROUND ME. MY INITIAL REACTION WAS TO BRAKE HOWEVER I DID NOT. IT ALSO HAPPENED TWO ADDITIONAL TIMES AT ABOUT 45 MPH ON THE FINAL FEW MILES FROM MY HOME. THE INDICATOR DID NOT STAY ON LONG ENOUGH TO GET A PHOTO OF IT. WHEN I RETURNED HOME I FILED A CASE WITH TOYOTA USA. I THEN CALLED THEM THE NEXT DAY. TODAY I CONTACTED THE DEALER ABOUT TAKING IT IN FOR THE TO CHECK. AT THAT TIME THE SERVICE REP ADVISED ME THERE IS A RECALL ON THE PART SENSOR ON THE ANTI COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM. I RECEIVED AN EMAIL REPLY FROM TOYOTA USA HOWEVER THE REPLY DID NOT PROVIDE ME WITH ANY INFORMATION , OTHER THAN THE CASE WAS GOING TO BE ENTERED INTO THEIR DATABASE. THEY WILL PLACE A FOAMY TAPE ON THE BACK OF THE SENSOR AFTER RUNNING A DIAGNOSTIC ON IT. THIS SEEMS A BIT UNDER DONE AND A BAND AID FOR WHAT COULD BE A SAFETY HAZARD. IF IT IS A WATER ISSUE (NO RAIN ON THE DAY IT HAPPENED AND DIDN'T HAPPEN ON THE WAY TO MY DESTINATION) I RESEARCHED THE VIN FOR THE RECALL AND I RECEIVED "THERE IS NO RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH MY VIN, ANSWER. HOPEFULLY THE NHTSA WILL DO A SIMPLE WEBSITE SEARCH AND SEE THE NUMBERS OF PEOPLE HAVING THIS ISSUE. I PREFER NOT TO HAVE ANY SAFETY ISSUES WHILE TRANSPORTING MY FAMILY IN THE VEHICLE.
Apr 11, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVING WITH THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SET A MESSAGE WILL APPEAR "RADAR CRUISE CONTROL UNAVAILABLE CLEAN SENSOR". THIS MESSAGE WILL APPEAR WITH NO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. DUE TO THIS ERROR THE CRUISE CONTROL NO LONGER WORKS AND THE PRE-COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM NO LONGER WORKS. ALSO RANDOMLY A "BRAKE!" MESSAGE WILL APPEAR AND THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY SLAMS ON THE BRAKES WHEN NO EMERGENCY EXISTS CREATING A HAZARD FOR VEHICLES BEHIND.
Feb 09, 2019
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How many problems does the 2019 TOYOTA Tundra have?
The 2019 TOYOTA Tundra currently has 67 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.
What are the most common problems with 2019 TOYOTA Tundra?
The most common problems reported for the 2019 TOYOTA Tundra are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.
Where does this 2019 TOYOTA Tundra problem data come from?
All problem and complaint data for the 2019 TOYOTA Tundra comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.
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