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5TBBV54148S••••••2008 Toyota TUNDRA
This build draws 3.0× more complaints than the average 2008 Toyota TUNDRA build (6 vs 2).
6on this build
275on the model
138builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 2Vehicle Speed Control 2Visibility 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringOct 2022
I have multiple problems with the dash lights going on and off , have taken it to car repair when scanned and had replaced relays many times. I have read many stories of people having the same problem with toyota tundras and no one can figure it out. Toyota should have a recall…
Unknown Or OtherNov 2020
Received recall notice about frame rot problems. Had vehicle inspected at Prime Toyota Route 2, 700 Old Union Turnpike, Lancaster, MA in November 2018. They told us frame was okay and we have the documentation. 2 Years later (approx. 10,000 miles more), (when driving) frame…
SuspensionDec 2016
I'm writing regarding my 2008 toyota tundra and a recent rear axle wheel bearings failure. The truck itself is in meticulous condition and only has 58,000 miles on it. The reason for the note is that I've seen articles indicating there has been issues as well as located a…
StructureAug 2012
My tundra was making scraping noises when turning. Brought the truck to toyota for service to find out the rear bearings on both sides were rusting out and they had to be replaced. Service representative said he called toyota already even though my warranty had long passed. He…
VisibilityJan 2012
Temperature in utica, ny on jan 15 at 10 am was -10 degrees. A 5 hour ride back home in snow, dirt, and rain I tried to operate the windshield wiper fluid on the highway 90 west. It would not work because it was frozen. After trying a couple times more, the visibility got worse…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5TBBV54148S512081 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.