The most-reported Tundra run is 5TBBT4410YS (2000 builds) with 46 complaints, 16.4× the typical run. Structure problems make up 26% of reports; 2006 is the worst model year at 5.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 83 recall campaigns for Tundra model years 1999–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Toyota Tundra has 2,172 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 4% of every Tundra complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5TBBT4410YS•••••• | 2000 | 2 | — | |
| 5TBBT441XYS•••••• | 2000 | 1 | — | |
| 5TBBT4419YS•••••• | 2000 | 3 | — | |
| 5TBBT4414YS•••••• | 2000 | 2 | 1 | |
| 5TBBT4413YS•••••• | 2000 | 1 | — | |
| 5TBBT4417YS•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 5TBBT4411YS•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 5TBBT4412YS•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 5TBBT4415YS•••••• | 2000 | 1 | — | |
| 5TBBT4416YS•••••• | 2000 | 1 | — | |
| 5TBBT4418YS•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 5TFNA5DB4NX•••••• | 2022 | — | — |
Each of the other 2,160 Tundra runs has 23 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 866 Tundra VINs so far, most often 2026, 2024, 2025 builds; 3 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Toyota Tundra the gap between build years is 4.7×: a 2006 car draws 5.2 complaints per run, a 2015 one 1.1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 21 | 20 | — | |
| 2025 | 139 | 82 | 5 | |
| 2024 | 342 | 134 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 407 | 151 | 7 | |
| 2022 | 428 | 159 | 5 | |
| 2021 | 24 | 18 | 1 | |
| 2020 | 45 | 31 | 4 | |
| 2019 | 72 | 57 | 4 | |
| 2018 | 96 | 71 | 4 | |
| 2017 | 76 | 65 | 2 | |
| 2016 | 115 | 90 | 1 | |
| 2015 | 43 | 38 | — | |
| 2014 | 85 | 66 | 2 | |
| 2013 | 80 | 54 | 4 | |
| 2012 | 148 | 77 | 5 | |
| 2011 | 121 | 76 | 6 | |
| 2009 | 33 | 27 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 275 | 138 | 22 | |
| 2007 | 330 | 173 | 24 | |
| 2006 | 494 | 95 | 29 |
Heaviest year here is 2006 at 5.2 complaints per run; lightest is 2015 at 1.1. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 26% of everything Toyota Tundra owners report: Structure, 1,544 of 6,107 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 24 | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 56 | 5 | |
| Engine | 9 | 9 | |
| Suspension | 41 | 2 | |
| Power Train | 30 | 2 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 77 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 26 | 3 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 83 recall campaigns on the Toyota Tundra; the 6 below cover build years 2005 to 2021. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 21V920000 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System | 2007–2021 |
| 21E103000 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System | 2007–2021 |
| 14V743000 | Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler | 2006–2011 |
| 16V396000 | Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler | 2005–2010 |
| 10V036000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2005–2010 |
| 10V035000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2005–2010 |
21V920000 was opened in 2021 on cars built from 2007: 14 years on the road before the recall.
The Tundra against its rivals
The Tundra draws 2.8 complaints per production run; the Chevrolet Silverado 3, the GMC Sierra 1.8 and the Ford F-250 1.9.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tundra | 6,107 | 2,172 | 4.5% | |
| Chevrolet Silverado | 12,784 | 4,198 | 6.6% | |
| GMC Sierra | 5,568 | 3,067 | 6.3% | |
| Ford F-250 | 3,208 | 1,685 | 5.8% |
How serious were they
Of the 6,107 reports on the Toyota Tundra, 4.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Toyota Tundra | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 6,107 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 275 (4.5%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 43 (0.7%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 211 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 9 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,116,631 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 299,142 production runs. The Toyota Tundra share of that is 6,107 complaints over 2,172 runs, 0.55% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Toyota Tundra VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 6,107 NHTSA complaints from 2,172 Tundra runs and 83 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Tundra production run has the most complaints?
5TBBT4410YS, a 2000 build, with 46 complaints, 2 of them after a crash. The typical Tundra run has 2.8.
Which Tundra years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2006 is heaviest at 5.2 complaints per run and 2015 lightest at 1.1.
Does the Tundra get more complaints than the Chevrolet Silverado?
No: 2.8 complaints per production run for the Tundra against 3 for the Chevrolet Silverado.
How many Tundra complaints involve a crash?
4.5% of 6,107 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 43 involved a fire.
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