Sold My 2023 Toyota Tundra | Engine Recall | Will Miss This Truck!

[@alexmseu]

"I don't have a sky is falling mentality." Proceeds to sell the truck. What's funny is that it took this massive engine recall for people wake up to how crappy this truck is, even though the truck is riddled with quality control issues, poor assemly, and flawed design elements. I get it, it's hard to swallow your pride when you spend over $60k on a POS.

[@guggyp]

When the value is the least. He could have waited for the motor replacement and extended warranty but no

[@zelenizub2036]

When ship is sinking who leaves first?🤔

[@Wellh0wrya]

That’s just it, people want the latest and greatest even when it stacks up poorly to the previous gen… unreliable engine, marginally better fuel economy, marginally better power, but loses reliability, ergonomics (turn radius, tow hooks, outward visibility, no bench seat option, no way to step into the bed with tailgate open, and on and on and on)

[@agentstevehaines9164]

The reason the internet is blowing up over this is because reliability/durability is really the only thing Toyota gives you. Buying a Toyota means getting old tech, underpowered low efficiency engines, middle of the road materials and build, with very little flare. Very much the opposite of modern or luxury, but they Just. Keep. Going. If customers wanted a bunch of cutting edge stuff that is basically useless, in a vehicle with constant breakdowns and recalls, they would buy an f150😂

[@ThomperBeThompin]

I know there are complaints of fit and finish, but mine was honestly rock solid through and through. It was efficient and powerful too. If they can fix this main bearing issue, they should be back on track. But, this definitely hurts their reputation. There is no way people are going to forget about this issue and even if this engine is proven reliable years from now, people will be hesitant about it.

[@zelenizub2036]

This is exactly what I think of Toyota. I wouldn't even dream to buy this generation of Toyotas turbo engines, 4 or 6 cylinder.... They're lying about debris in the block, this is in my opinion bad design...

[@Wellh0wrya]

@@ThomperBeThompin as a person who could honestly afford the new one and was waiting for it to come out, u can’t honestly say to urself it’s worth the premium price tag over the 2.5 gen … ungrade the 2.5 gen head unit and u have instantly a better “truck”…. If ur going for an suv type vehicle that is not meant for abuse and u have to worry about getting ur nicely painted corner bumper scratched in the parking lot then new gen is for u… everybody just likes the newest model, but if you don’t think like an emotional woman and you consider things objectively the new model is a worse truck

[@ThomperBeThompin]

@@Wellh0wrya lol, feel better? Let it all out!

[@Wellh0wrya]

@@ThomperBeThompin they are pure crap that only low iq consumers would buy !!! Ahhhhh I wish I could post an Alex jones gif!!!

[@TheZiggZaggShow]

Not getting rid of mine. 2022 Limited and PAID FOR! Had it now over 2 years and 0 issues. Recalls don’t scare me at all, big or small. Mine…, I love it. I don’t complain much anyway🤷🏾‍♂️..Toyota will work it out eventually 👍🏽

[@Wellh0wrya]

Well good luck to you but I certainly wouldn’t be bragging about this truck at all

[@seinundzeiten]

yes just drive it slowly down the road

[@juniors4118]

Mine is 2023 assembled 6/23. No issued. And paid off. I'm keeping mine also

[@Wellh0wrya]

@@juniors4118 ur a fool

[@Wellh0wrya]

@@juniors4118 how a person would sink 50k into this vehicle 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jerad4336]

2024 Nissan Titan is a good truck with 0% for 60 months.

[@zelenizub2036]

I just hope that people start buying Titans so that nissan changes it's mind. Love my 21xd. I would like in the few years to get another one, while keeping this one. I do not get it what people think when they see this truck and buy it over Nissan. Save $20k and get 100k warranty. But everyone says NO I'm going to get most complicated setup mony can buy...

[@Fishsaurus]

Just traded my 2022 Tundra for a 2024 Titan Pro 4X. Happy with my decision!

[@zelenizub2036]

@@Fishsaurus i do not care about the sound, but sound that Titan makes, just brings smile to my face.

[@skvirk2669]

“Problem with the engine but rest of the things are pretty good”.

[@prtube1]

Got rid of my 2023 on memorial weekend for a 4Runner, just a week before they dropped the bomb. I’ve never been more stressed out owning a vehicle in my life. But that part of my life is over. Won’t get near one, unless they fix all their issues, but again how can you trust Toyota with the Tundra fiasco. 22,23,24 will forever loose their value. Heard dealers are not accepting new tundras as a trade in, and that is bad.

[@Baebon6259]

even GM was like nope when someone was trying to trade-in the new Tundra for the Sierra.

[@salehalrashdan]

The engine problem costs 30k to fix if it happen after warranty has expired. The cab has to be removed to get access

[@abw121]

Take a look at the used car dealerships? There are large amounts of Tundras being dropped and then there are dealerships that will not take the Tundra in as a trade in?

[@luckyguy600]

Then what? On average, in Canada, they cost over $100,000 CND dollars plus all the different taxes/prices of insurance, and gasoline. No, definitely not worth it.

[@CalvAnon]

So glad I kept my 2014 Tundra V8 5.7L. I’m betting this latest 24’ Tundra fiasco will only increase the V8 value.

[@kt5924-c9r]

So if you're so positive about Toyota, why did you sell yours bro. You should have kept it and be hopeful that one day Toyota will fix the recall. 😅

[@Baebon6259]

Toyota will fix the recall alright...except I don't trust monkeys at the dealership to take the engine apart and put it back correctly. Especially the damn manufacturer is struggling to build engines correctly

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Got a great deal on another truck! I'm a big Toyota fan, but it doesn't mean there aren't other great trucks out there.

[@dragonstepper]

My still runs great. 30k. There's cheap plastic on bumpers and all but I'm gonna stick with it for now. Hasn't been flagged for the recall even though production dates match the time period. Either way I have power train warranty so I'm feeling ok

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Yeah, I think most of these Tundras will run just fine for many years. I hope yours does too. I just so happened to come across a deal I couldn't refuse, so I went with it. Future vid out on that truck in the next couple of weeks, hopefully!

[@OdysseyOffroad]

I think your decision is valid. the whole reason i waited and did not get the 22 model was to not be a guinea pig. The fact that in 2024 is still problems is disappointing. I am with you i think they will make some manufacturing changes and fix whatever the issues are or at least I hope they do. Looking forward to seeing the new rig.

[@DUNEATV]

👀

[@OdysseyOffroad]

@@DUNEATV stalker 🫣

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Thanks brother. Sort of is what it is at this point, just a truck at the end of the day. I'm enjoying the new rig! Will make a vid after some time in the saddle.

[@4rr44E]

Suggest you talk to those who have been without a truck for months after their engines or rear diffs blew. I’m sure they have every right to say it’s more than “hubbub!”

[@davidsmith2517]

Your tundra is ok bud. You jumped the gun.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

I agree it was probably going to be fine, but I got a great deal on another truck. I'll post up a vid on it in a couple weeks. Financially it was basically a wash.

[@opensourcedev22]

I love pickups because they're useful. They're a purpose made , niche tool. Manufacturers are going through such a messy transition to re-engineer for these bs enviro incentives and penalties that they break the main reason these trucks exist. I fear that once my 2 pickups fall apart, there will only be these overcomplicated machines to choose from

[@BnMProductions11]

Sorry, but vehicles not spewing huge amounts of C02 and getting 4 MPG is important. Hate to say it. Change is inevitable and its good.

[@opensourcedev22]

@@BnMProductions11 Wheel base restrictions prove you're wrong. Trucks got much bigger than needed. To counteract, they added turbos to smaller engines. The new Tacoma with Turbo has awful MPG. Literally moot on gas usage. EVs are garbage for long distance, cold weather and towing. Your points would be valid if i could get a 500k distance, 6k lbs tow limit truck for cold weather under $45k that i can rely on. Until then, the market is siphoning money away from people via assinine rules

[@BnMProductions11]

@@opensourcedev22 My F150 gets three times the fuel economy it got 30 years ago. End of story. The fact of the matter is light trucks and SUVs are some of the world's largest contributors to global warming and regulations limiting their emissions is important. If anything, more strict regulations eliminating the loopholes needs to be demanded

[@davidbrieske]

Thanks for your input! I got the 2024 Limited TRD OR just twelve days before the recall. I’m SO PISSED at myself. I knew better. At least I leased it this time. Do I love the truck no, I like it. If I could dump it tomorrow I would. Anyway , I do like those running boards! If I may ask, where did you get those??

[@ThomperBeThompin]

I actually got these on Amazon. Very happy with them the whole time: APS Running Boards 5 inches Matte Black Compatible with Toyota Tundra 2022-2024 CrewMax Stainless Steel (Nerf Bars Side Steps Side Bars) a.co/d/1dVjUmF

[@G7130]

Got rid of mine. Lost about 10k in it, but the hybrid trans ticking, whining at above 45, random grinding over 65, AC whistle, low quality seals, plastic door handles flex, shitty remote start that is not free, windows rattle when going down, paint pealing on interior -I could go on. I was going to ride it out into my warranty was up but saw a good deal on an F-150. But yes, many dealers are either not taking them or it’s a low num for trade in. These lose a lot of money, the Tundra was at the dealer 3 times in 2 months.

[@alfonsocarnucci3982]

Glad you have the peace of mind with the sell. I know you love that beast. Looking forward to see what's next!!

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Thanks brother! They're just trucks at the end of the day.

[@Rhinopuddles44]

Got rid of mine too, I had quite a few issues with it unfortunately. Once the engine problems popped up I just didn’t want to worry about it.

[@RFJersey]

What issues?

[@Rhinopuddles44]

@@RFJersey Windows rattled, wind noise, interior fit and finish, gas gauge randomly quit working, and hesitation after accelerating from a stop. The latter almost got me in 2 accidents. My local dealer said the windows/interior were traits of the vehicle and couldn’t duplicate the gas gauge and hesitation while they had the truck. It never threw any codes.

[@davidlucas598]

Should have kept the v8 don’t like turbos

[@seinundzeiten]

yes every mechanic tells me 'turbos are problematic"

[@markf8256]

In my area dealership’s trade in on these are more than 10k less than the Blue Book just a month ago. If GM, Ford, or Ram, are giving you that much to make that trade it should tell you a lot about what you are buying. Honestly, I looked at a GMC Sierra Denali w/ LZ0 diesel before I bought the 22 Tundra 1794 but those GMC seats were awful. I will continue to do 5K oil changes with oil analysis to keep an eye on it. So far so good, no unusual wear based on analysis.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

I actually got $500 above blue book, and that was on June 12th. There are still some dealerships willing to buy these. I think it's a smart idea to do the routine oil changes. Hopefully your truck lasts for a long time.

[@1FiftyOverland]

Everything you love about this tundra, Ford f150 had in 2015.

[@beeslandscaping]

If you hold the driver handle for 3 more seconds all doors will open

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Good to know! Thanks

[@1FiftyOverland]

What you call "safety features" I call annoyances. I'm glad manufacturers don't automatically put that in all vehicles.

[@tomglpn]

It's a twin turbo so legendary status is harder to achieve, but still possible

[@ThomperBeThompin]

I think they will get there for sure. I still LOVE this 3rd gen truck.

[@beeslandscaping]

I have say model 2023 limited zero problems drives like a Lexus so smooth with the engine problems. Toyota is a problem solving company that’s their motto. They want to know why it’s failed to make it better. They don’t scrap the engine and start over. Like those two other companies out there there what engine problems and what did they do? They scrap the engine and start with another type of engine and they’re still having failure engines. That’s the difference difference with a Japanese company. They fix problems their problem, solving company.

[@williamsmiley16]

1 out of 100 vehicle could be affected. 99 out 100 people freaking out over nothing is whats wrong with the world today.

[@danoconnell5592]

I'm sticking it out. I have a 2023. What ever happens, happens. Maybe I'll get a brand new motor and get 200,000 miles out of it. Maybe not. I haven't lost one hour sleepover and if it breaks down on me 300 miles away from home I'll just call a tow truck and get it towed to the nearest dealer. Until then i drive it like I stole it

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Hell yeah

[@ThomperBeThompin]

I really do think most of these will be fine

[@DUNEATV]

You made the right decision in my opinion…

[@punkchaz]

The recall says the affected engines are like nov22 to feb23. Mine says it was built Aug23. I am a bit stressed. My state has a 1 month lemon law. SO if it did happen and they had the truck in the shop for a month; one day over I would invoke the lemon law.

[@corradettimotorsports360]

Social Media can really amplify issues that rear their ugly head and, yes lots of people will jump on the bandwagon looking at the worst, its like that with everything, food, politics, weather, etc. I got my 2023 which has a lot of interior issues that make it feel cheap, I have yet to get the recall notification, and if and when I do, I will have to deal with it. Ford me trucks represents basic workhorses, so with that I am kicking the can at thinking of trading it in on a 5.0L F-150! and speaking of dirt bikes, my 2023 Husqvarna needs more trail lovin'!

[@randallbabb5849]

Just traded 22 Tundra for F150 STX 5 L. No looking back.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

I totally agree. I hear great things about Ford's 5.0 - solid engine. Heck yeah!-Get that Husky dirty!

[@joeblack1052]

Toyota will get it right by including an audible warning that engine failure is imminent with a future software flash😅

[@markf8256]

Let us know what you replaced it with. My use case is similar to yours so it would be worth knowing.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Video out in a week or two once I've gotten a bit of seat time.

[@ricklp1861]

Rip tundra and tacoma

[@lrcreamer]

Right decision it has a flawed powertrain so nothing else matters I have a 21 Tundra what a great tow vehicle..plus great turning radius

[@OnlyMeee-ie3dw]

The Tundra wasn't the only Toyota product with problems in the past few years. The Camry since 2018. The third gen Tacoma. Toyota lying about crash results. It seems like Toyota is dropping the ball a lot lately. The first gen Tundra had minor problems that were cheap to fix. For the price of a engine in the new Tundra you could have bought a fully loaded first gen truck with extra bling. You could also fix the rest of them. Then there's the price.

[@MikeMason-j4b]

It's not that a small percentage fail , its the damage to resale value that owners will take it in the shorts over . Who wants to lose 50% of the value in a few years ? I have already seen $60k 22s with 30k miles for under $35k.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Weird. Mine was 59k brand new, bought in Dec 2022. Traded it in with 21,000 miles and I got 48k for in just a week ago. I suppose it's just like the news, searching for confirmation bias.

[@ronkaye1957]

Traded my 2024 1794 TRD bought in October 3800 miles on it. Was annoyed with the quality and the recall pushed me out. No regrets. But very disappointed in the lack of quality and abundance of cheap plastic. Drivers seat not operating since day one, dealer says there is no fix yet!!

[@G7130]

Me too brother. I had so many smallish issues it adds up to “why the hell do I have this” and I cut my losses. I gambled on Toyota and lost. Lost about 10k on it between taxes and trade-in equity, but the hybrid trans ticking, whining at above 45, random grinding over 65, AC whistle, low quality seals, headliner falling down, plastic door handles flex, shitty remote start that is not free, windows rattle when going down, paint pealing on interior -I could go on. I was going to ride it out into my warranty was up but saw a good deal on an F-150. But yes, many dealers are either not taking them or it’s a low num for trade in. These lose a lot of money, the Tundra was at the dealer 3 times in 2 months.

[@southtxroughneck113]

what is the small screen holdier called

[@ThomperBeThompin]

Scangauge III. Excellent little display device that plugs into the OBDII connection and gives you all sorts of real time data.

[@luckyguy600]

That means some Schmuck is going to end up buying it. Running is never a wrong thing if a monster is chasing you!

[@SpicyRok7482]

More like ASSEMBLE an engine than REBUILD an engine. Dealer's Service Departments don't really REBUILD ANYTHING ANYMORE. Labor costs, spare parts availability & down-time preclude that. We used to "rebuild" starter motors & generators/alternators. Now, you canNOT buy a starter motor drive, or brush set, or alternator rectifier bridge separately...just not available. Plus the labor costs...I retired in 2007, flat-rate labor per hour back then was $155. No way, no how.

[@jimmurphy4959]

5.7 iforce had minor recalls, not a major engine failure recall. But I’m still a Toyota guy , 2015 1794 tundra 94k / miles

[@gmrtg1414]

Guessing as this recall drags on there will be more dealers that won’t take them on trade.

[@mr.mr.3301]

I Figured that there would be issues. However, I did not think you would be this severe.

[@mrluis9456]

Got rid of my 23 tundra last week

[@TRDTalk]

Good call!

[@Desertpear]

Love my 23’ think I’m gonna trade it tho :( so sad. Was epic/is epic. Good points u made on buying it later on down the rd. I think I found a 2010 Land Cruiser. Looks like a rav4 in ways 😂 but suppose to be epic vehicle.

[@randallbabb5849]

Got rid of my 22 Tundra last week.

[@FredFarple]

As a 2024 1794/TRD owner I can tell you this truck is a total disappointment, underpowered and over geared, struggles to hold highway speeds. It is the equivalent of a rolling Kotex.

[@OldmanSnake]

824 engines have had warranty work out of 300,000 trucks sold. Do the math. While it sucks, Toyota will fix everything

[@jerad4336]

I wouldn’t touch these ttv6 Toyotas for at least a few more years.

[@Travis_125]

Deleted my earlier comment bc I sounded like a dick. Sorry about that, honestly. Toyota shit in their bed on this one. I wanted one but they lost me to Ram if you can believe that. And my Ram has been rock solid so Toyota made me a convert. Sorry this impacted you and best of luck with the new rig.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

All good in the hood. Seriously, I think our back and forth was a good representation of both the ridiculous nature of this recall and the seriousness of it. For those impacted, it could potentially be a headache and it certainly reduces people's faith in the company. I took a chance on it and, even though my engine was fine, I decided to jump ship. It's complex. (loving my new truck so far, but it is just another hunk of metal - anything can happen). I hear great things about the Rams. Love them.

[@anthonyr5869]

Why can’t Toyota do the same thing ? Because they sell the damn things for 70-80k bud

[@seinundzeiten]

2011-2019 tundra were the best

[@ThomperBeThompin]

That 5.7 is a solid engine, no doubt.

[@nickanderson5825]

People blew it up..but you sold your truck cuz of it?

[@sherwinloyola4139]

If anybody getting rid of there trd pro. I know a guy looking for one. The engine is not good so get rid of it asap. 😂😂😂

[@raulbueno4284]

Do you know the funniest thing just change your oil?

[@RichardShirley-or5xt]

1% of the 100,000 vehicles have been affected,

[@ronwright4602]

Remember the sudden unintended acceleration problems when Toyota changed from a cable to an electronic signal. My 2007 Toyota Tundra was recalled for this issue in 2010 and the accelerator was replaced. The Toyota dealership assured me this was no longer an issue when the new accelerator was installed. They lied. This happened to my wife in our driveway in February, 2023. She had just started her trip when it happened. The truck went from 0 to 42.3 mph in less than five seconds. She was headed toward an electrical transformer and turned into our yard to keep from being electrocuted. Because she had just started her trip she had not yet buckled her seatbelt and suffered three fractured vertebrae when the truck crashed into a tree. The trucks black box along with photo evidence show the truck's rear wheels bounced up and about eight yards to the right of its original path. When I reported the accident to Toyota their engineers claimed my wife pressed the accelerator instead of the brake and was the cause of the accident. In order for their claim to be true my wife would have had to continue pressing on the accelerator after the crash as the rear wheels continued to spin and even dug into the ground after the truck's wheels touched the ground again after being completely stopped by the tree. My wife's injuries were caused by the base of the rear view mirror in the center of the front windshield and she sustained bruises on her right thigh from the center console and her right hand from hitting the shifter located in front of the console. In essence, the Toyota engineers are claiming a 74 year old woman has the strength to still be pressing on the truck's accelerator after coming to a complete stop at 42.3 MPH without a seatbelt. The airbag forcer her even further to the right because her seatbelt was not fastened. Even more disturbing is the fact that Toyota was fined $1.2 billion in 2014 for failing to repair this hazard by the DOJ. Our NHTSA refused to even investigate the crash when it was reported. I actually left the truck in my yard for ten months in hopes there would be an investigation. And worst of all, I attended a funeral for my first cousin who was killed in a one car accident in 2018. It just so happens he was driving a 2011 Toyota Tundra when he was killed. My family thought he must have suffered a medical emergency and I never dreamed it could have been sudden unintended acceleration as Toyota had assured me that this issue had been corrected in 2010. In hindsight, the fact that my cousin had been a police officer for over 25 years when he was killed makes it much more likely he was driving at 80+ MPH because of sudden unintended acceleration and not due to a medical emergency. Do what you want with your Toyota Tundra but rest assured if you or a family member are injured or killed by your truck Toyota will not take responsibility for their injuries or death. Plus, our own federal government is way more concerned with corporate profits than they are with the safety of the American public. I spent thirteen months in Vietnam as a combat Marine and it saddens me to see how corrupt our country has become.

[@adanescobedo6662]

worst toyota truck ever its Sad because I love Toyota

[@kennyx6796]

tundra is great, yet i dumped it.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

@@kennyx6796 same story with yo mama!

[@kennyx6796]

@@ThomperBeThompin best you got? “yo mama” jokes?

[@kennyx6796]

in all seriousness, i’m with you on this one. i work for toyota HQ in plano TX and staying away from these turbo engines on tundra, taco, 4Runner, land cruiser…basically any truck/SUV. i’m not convinced smaller displacement turbos on truck and SUVs a good thing long term. you not mad are you?

[@ThomperBeThompin]

@@kennyx6796 oh I'm not actually looking for an argument, but I guess you are? You're going to have to go somewhere else for that.

[@ThomperBeThompin]

@@kennyx6796 unless you got Dad jokes, then I'm back on board

[@DUNEATV]

You made the right decision in my opinion…