Toyota Tundra Long Term Reliability Problems (Surprising)

Toyota Tundra Long Term Reliability Problems (Surprising)
If you’re considering a 2007 to 2021 Toyota Tundra, you’re going to benefit from the information in this video. The second generation Tundra was produced for the 2007 model year and the truck stayed relatively unchanged, at least mechanically until it was replaced with the 2022 model. The Toyota Tundra is an extremely dependable truck but there are some problems that you should be aware of before buying one as they can cost thousands of dollars to fix.

[@spookerr]

2012 5.7. Bought Feb 2023 at 135k miles. After 3 months and 137k miles, timing chain and tesioners needed replacing, also valve cover oil seepage, small coolant leak, frozen bolt in accessory belt tensioner. Truck dealer serviced since new, no rust, no accidents, was a CPO around 2018. Cost of repair w OEM parts, $3500 cash price.

[@Faazer6]

suprising to hear

[@mikevdh1985]

Last guy may have not been doing the proper maintenance. Not too bad of a price

[@neekopeeko9054]

@@mikevdh1985 Exactly my thoughts

[@dougsmith7195]

2017 was by far the best year. Still has the trans cooler, has the big fuel tank, less electronics like radar and lane departure, the fuel pump was simpler, the 2018 and up windshield is $2500 because of the radar.

[@MJ-fj9yv]

Yup, love my 2016

[@seaboardspastic]

14-21 tundras all had the big tank optional

[@LuisJimenez-mm9lz]

Is the 4.6L the same as the 5.7l interms of the trans cooler

[@user-kq7gi7eh1s]

whoo hooo I currently have a 2017🤗🤗

[@Luke8-17]

My 2017 is awesome just got new leather seats. No way will I buy another truck.

[@kirkleaman6863]

I have a 2017 limited and I love my tundra has 64k miles not one issue I have a lift with 35” tires the the rides Awesome I did upgrade the shocks and struts plus I con control arms best truck I’ve ever owed!!

[@aaroneckardt5514]

If you only have 64,000 miles on a almost 8 year old truck. It's cause you don't even drive it. I have a 2018 that will be 122,k miles tomorrow. Cause I drive mine. I don't let it sit alone like you.

[@robingerdes5888]

I have a 2015 1794 Tundra . I have had it for 9 1/2 years. I replaced the water pump and starter. The rotors seem to warp a little easier than I think they should. It has 287,000 miles on it now. It’s been a great truck . I am ready to get a new truck ,but looks like the newer ones are not built as well as my 2015.

[@waynemthacker3775]

Bought my 07 5.7 new 645,000 my daily driver not one oil leak.

[@eliasperez5168]

I have a 2014 and love my tundra 4.6 v8 tss off-road 103k still solid

[@dgracias12]

2014 sr5 TSS package with the 5.7L double cab. No issues and I'm at 108,000miles. Just changed the oil, trans fluid changed at 104,000miles. Complete brake job at 104,000 too. Still going strong and yes, I don't drive a lot anymore. Hopefully I don't have the issues listed.

[@mototraitor]

Was the trans fluid just 100k maintenance “precaution”? I got my 17 at 97k miles and thought about doing it. But at 107k now and haven’t noticed a reason why I should worry. But deep down I still wanna do it lol

[@dgracias12]

@@mototraitor Just decided to do it. Probably didn't have to. But it would go to 200,000 in the future and then I would really just say, it's a Toyota so screw it. I won't. Lol. If you plan on keeping it, I would. I don't tow so when I do get a trailer, it will help.

[@mrjimmcdaniels]

I bought a used 2008 w/5.7L and 64K. I'm at around 200K miles. I've replaced the secondary air injection, radiator, starter, and ignition switch. This has totaled about $5K (all in the last year) and I feel like I'm ready for another 200K miles. All common problems and if I would have gotten in on the extended warranty, I wouldn't have had to pay for the secondary air injection replacement, which was $2500.

[@PhillyB-hf1cr]

Just did the same thing and switched out Trans. Toyota in Kennesaw customer service sucks and wanted to charge $4500. I'm keeping her!

[@hujek111111]

We have 2011 tundra platinum with 275k on it. No issues whats so ever. Just regular maintenance and even after 10k oil change, the oil looks light brown. Love it and would never consider any other truck.

[@aaroneckardt5514]

Please don't go more than 5,000 miles on any brand of oil. TRUST ME on this.

[@mohamedsakka2338]

2015 taundra trd offroad, i replaced the calipers and rotors when I first bought it and that was the last thing I did other than normal service like fluids, filters, and pads. bought it at 80k miles now at a little over 200k miles, I do off road occasionally nothing too serious tho. i did change the transmission oil when i first bought it too

[@frankzahn4712]

Toyota 4 piston calipers are notorious for having 1 seize up and require replacement every year.

[@quadsatv]

I have a 2008 with 205k miles still running, I did just replace warped rotors that were the originals and the battery that died and was 6years old. I haul my snowmobile and atvs when riding.

[@accufab]

I own a 2008 since new and I have the same experience as you. Rock solid.

[@davidromero6335]

Yup got rid of my 2015 Pro due to Cam Tower leaks, alcohol density calculator issues, two failed transfer case actuators and 2 sets of warped rotors(even the Z36 Power Stop kit). My first 07 went through two radiators and two water pumps before 115k, and has Secondary Air Injection Pump failure. Engine in my 07 was way stronger than my 2015 too. Hoping for better luck with my 23 Limited Hybrid.

[@aaroneckardt5514]

Even power stop? I've never had bad luck with anything from that brand while everyone I know who doesn't use them have had trouble.

[@davidromero6335]

@@aaroneckardt5514 I just saw a post on one of the Tundra forums where a guy had a Powerstop rotor crack within 8000 miles, so must be some QC issues going on lately.

[@pjlederer5139]

Replaced my front rotors on my 2017 pretty early. No issues since then.

[@franko3227]

Have a 2020 tundra crewmax, not one problem! But the thing loves gas but you don't buy a truck to save on gas!

[@stevewhisperer6609]

My 2016 Crewmax w/ 5.7 has over 140k on it thus far. The fuel tank's rollover valve sticks, but a couple of long zip ties from Harbor Freight allow me to tap it back open prior to gassing up, ( versus about $3k for a new fuel tank 🤬 ) and the center console covering coming undone, which $26 for a new cover and $12 for industrial grade contact cement resolved that issue, ( versus $500 + for a whole new plastic cover. 😲) Some smaller issues like swollen lugnuts, ( a unheard of issue to me🤔 ) and a headlight that went out have been the only other issues. Otherwise, my Tundra has been relatively trouble-free so far.

[@edwardellis7611]

You are missing a few issues evaporator coil if it goes out the whole dash has to be removed the cost is anywhere from 2k to 3k depending on the shop about 12 to 16 hours of labor. Valve cover oil leaks not too bad to replace they are known to go out around the 215k to 230k mark. Starters and AC compressors and Alternators all are a PITA to replace. These are things to watch out for if you are buying and older one or own an older one. I have an 07 and its one of the best vehicles I've ever owned. One last thing Tundra's have some of the easiest brakes of any vehicle to replace also slotted rotors is one of the best investments I made truck can stop on a dime now.

[@TheXGrandXFinale]

That lotus Evora at 1:30 tho 👀

[@ivann8311]

Bought a used 2013 Toyota Tundra with the “Rock Warrior” package. It has 73k miles and I invested some money on regular maintenance work. Let’s see how she holds up im excited 😎

[@amurican35]

how's she been?

[@TheYoungerSemiOldMan]

I bought a 2013 with 214k. It has the knock cold start clacking but going to dig into that further. It didn't hace it when bought. Changed the oil and a few days later, bam. Some say they are finicky with oil brands. I'm going to put some mystery marvel innthe oil, run it 500mi, drain, do it again, drain. Then also using fuel treatment to break up carbon innthe fuel injection.

[@johnadams247]

I have a 2016...bought it in 2021 with 59k. Had a slight trans issue that i didn't recognize until about a month of owning it. I've had it serviced twice, once at 60k and again at 101k...the issues are worse and yet no codes. Rpms rev high while turning slow around corners and in parking lots, and it bumps when LIGHTLY picking up speed ( from having to slow down for traffic) at around 32/33mph. I'm looking at about $5,500 for a built one from the dealer. I've had it looked at by 2 separate shops and of course it drives perfectly fine with someone else in the truck.

[@chrisdrives8204]

How high does it rev in the first situation? I've noticed all tundras I've driven have done both of these things to some degree.

[@johnadams247]

@chrisdrives8204 just over 2k rpm...not crazy high but still seems like it shouldn't. I've had several full-sized trucks and this is the first one that's done this. Actually just got back last week from a cross country trip with it, where I towed my sons 13 Jetta on a uhaul transporter from South eastern NC out to Bremerton Washington and it towed like a champ. Super impressed with the torque and power but the moment we slow down and get into traffic it starts acting up.

[@sajidakh]

Covid truck. Wouldn't have bought the 2021

[@TheCortez714]

You're better off buying a new transmission straight from toyota. They cost around $3,000

[@johnadams247]

@TheCortez714 thanks for the advice and you're right...the transmission itself is around $3,700, but related seals, gaskets and fluid and labor push it up to $5,700. I checked with my local toyota dealer here where I live, about 5 months ago. I'm going to have it changed once I hit 200k...I'm at 125k now. Thanks again

[@ebglock]

Bought a new 2008 tundra and put 45k on before wife totaling. Got paid more by insurance company than I paid new. Took that and bought a 2010 that I still own. Only items that failed on both total were tire wore out and brake pads had to be replaced. Horrible track record don’t you think. That’s from 2008 to 2023. Go listen to the care care nut and learn grasshopper.

[@chrisdrives8204]

Are you saying that's bad????

[@dougsmith7195]

Sort of like my 2008 Tacoma, 10 years, tires, front brake pads, machined front rotors and oil changes. I did have a broken leaf that I was later reimbursed for when it was 8 years old.

[@hf6451]

I have a 2019 tundra and I can say I’m disappointed. My water pump gave out already and I only have 69k miles on it.

[@HarvLiz]

Sorry to hear that. There's a rumor going around that cars made around cov1d aren't great.

[@sajidakh]

​@HarvLiz a 2019 tundra would've been made in 2018

[@spookerr]

I am 4th owner. Accident free 2012 5.7L DC. 135k used when bought Feb 2023. 3rd owner replaced at the Toyota dealer less than 2 yrs ago, replaced water pump, radiator, thermostat, radiator cap, gaskets etc., on 3rd owner's dime. But once its done. You should be fine for a long time. I believe mine failed on previous owner around 115k miles.

[@sajidakh]

Should be covered under the extended powertrain warranty

[@haystephen]

I have a 2020 tundra limited and haven’t had an issue yet. My wife has a 2019 grand Cherokee she’s on her fourth water pump and it only has 43k miles on it.

[@williampowell2722]

if you have a head gasket leak you have a major problem. the vvt makes an issue with resurfacing the cylinder head or the block. major expense. the acidity in the antifreeze deteriorate the gasket.

[@frankzahn4712]

My 2011 tundra with 275k has the same rattle im fixing this weekend. Ive replaced the front wheel bearings 2x each. The muffler and one converter because it broke at a weld. The fuel pump computer had water get passed the weather tight connection and the fuel pump computer failed. Other than brakes and tires every year we are pleased.

[@grahammchendry7874]

I’m looking at a used tundra. You have to do the brakes and tires every year??

[@accufab]

2008 Dbl Cab 5.7 Limited bought new. 130k and not a single issue in over 15 years. Many of those miles towing. Most reliable vehicle I’ve ever owned. This truck is known to be extremely reliable unlike how this videos clickbait title pretends to report.

[@chrisdrives8204]

Interesting

[@TheTundraDude57]

I too have a 2008. Purchased it in September 2008 with 33 miles on the odometer. It right now has 133,488 trouble free super reliable miles. The 2008 Tundra was MotorTrends truck of the year for a reason.

[@keanudasco2274]

21 tundra crew max and only issue I’ve had was the rack and pinion went out which was later recalled.

[@zingobangee]

You’re preachin to the choir son. I’m fully aware of the Tundra Platinum Crewcabmax 5.7liter. WOW and the back window disappears!!! Hahaha……..

[@ruckus5391]

I have a 2008 Tundra limited at 155k miles. I spent $35.00 in needed repairs other than normal maintenance.

[@Xris18713]

I have a 2021 tundra.. im assuming this would be the perfect year for tundras

[@glennpiller9417]

Use Surface shield to protect your chassy.

[@kelvis1980]

Yup, I have only done water pump and starter on my 14. With 300k miles. And alternaror but that was to do the big 3.

[@kirkkramer2412]

By 2016, they worked out any problems, I never have had any problems with mine at 120,000 miles on it.

[@TheCortez714]

I'm looking at a 2015 tundra 1794 with 59k miles, one owner. The owner towed a camper with it and it weighed around 5,800 lbs. Do you think the transmission will still last a long time?

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@TheCortez714 Heavily towed? Then no, it will need replacement soon.

[@TheCortez714]

@@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806 is that amount considered heavily towed?

[@jamesvaldez4093]

​@TheCortez714 That amount is not excessive and at 59k you won't have to worry. These transmissions are built tuff and it should last you a long time. If you purchase it take it in and have the fluid changed. Other than that drive it.

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

@@jamesvaldez4093 Well if parts break on a Tundra for sure they are expensive to fix.

[@reddragon3787]

With all these problems and Toyota didn't recalled it. Damn Toyota

[@chrisdrives8204]

They're really not common problems

[@ismalife32]

Recalls are not based per issues but after a number of the same issues has been reached.

[@stephenbarabas6286]

😐 Toyota corporate policy is they don't do recalls unless forced to. That's why they have so few recalls.

[@IroncladTrading]

2012 with 75K, had to replace both air pumps.

[@mohamedsakka2338]

i lived in saudi arabia for around 13 years, i went to the desert with my friends a couple of times cars are almost exclusively toyotas and a little bit less commonly nissans, they don't produce the most power, they aren't the lightest and they aren't the best equipped with utilities almost all offroaders are completely stock and very rarely do you see a lifted car. the sole reason they buy toyotas is because they have to keep the tyres spinning very quickly always on sand because you really don't have grip at all it's almost like swimming you just can't stop pushing otherwise you will stop. they always say you won't find a car that will comfortable stay at it's redline for 100s of thousands of kilometers with that being said most owners make sure they do their services at their time without skipping

[@mikewade4102]

Please do not buy a 22,23 or 24 tundra because the seat panels on the driver side and passenger side are a engineering failure. They come off overtime getting in and out of the truck. They’re cheap plastic and just stepped onto the seat. it’s a piece of crap I’m trading my 2022 capstone, 25,000 miles for a 1500 ram limited elite

[@dannymiller3152]

Regardless of everything,they are the best truck

[@augustusgloop9330]

Buy an older truck. These Toyotas aren’t indestructible lol

[@glennpiller9417]

I believe the fuel pump issue is the chemicals in the formulation of the gas. Gasoline is chemicals and petroleum. Those fuel pumps were designed before Ethanol and other additives.

[@johntran3203]

I don't have any problem with Toyota trucks 2016 this it my 2nd trucks both ran over 250000& 120000 still running

[@George-on3zm]

Great year!

[@jorgemendez4413]

Don't forget to point out the fords and dodges poor qualitys.....and THEY'RE known to rust out much quicker than any other pick up..leaks after a certain amount of miles and engine begin to knock.....I had a 2010 tundra and now own a 2014 ...never had any problems with the neither tundras..love the 5.7s ...best vehicle I've ever owned...hands down...QUALITY..newer models tundra...not a big fan👎🏻..

[@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806]

You are lucky. Valve spring failures are an issue as well. Catastrophic if it ever happens.

[@OverlandUSAHD]

Do you air down the tires while in sand? Just curious

[@mooseoxtank]

V6 Tundra? Are you stranded? Need a tow? Let me know, I got a V8 SR5 TSS Offroad.

[@cookieboy7102]

Got about 165k on my 2017 and no issues what so ever

[@stephenbarabas6286]

😂🤣 the amount of comments here saying "I have 60-100 thousand miles" 🙄 thats not that many miles,not many at all. My last vehicle was a Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (KL) (the small Cherokee) and had 150,000 miles on it in almost 4 years and used A LOT off road like every chance i had i was off roading somewhere and never never had a problem. Not 1 failure of anything and it had a small spacer lift and bigger tires. It got USED and when sold i lost a total of $500 from new purchase price 😂

[@DUNEATV]

You’re going to piss off the Toyota fan boys! LOL

[@brutalbobbygump]

My new to me 2016 tundra is a tss sr5 is my pavement princess

[@Ryan_Easton]

Mine was still under warranty at 160k water pump just went out 200 dollar fix

[@dougsmith7195]

You didn’t mention the secondary air injection pumps. Easy to change. Drill a hole in them if you’re smart.

[@davemurphy7575]

Toyota Tundra Long Term Reliability Problems - Door Lock Actuators hit my 2015

[@mechmusicman]

I purchased genuine Toyota spark plugs from eBay. They were perfect reproductions of oem plugs in Toyota boxes. They were Chinese fakes. The electrodes melted and opened.

[@TontoBongRonto]

My 2018 DC has been pretty good so far. The damn fuel cap spring did rust out and the door wouldn't shut while driving. It was embarrassing but and easy and cheap fix.

[@TontoBongRonto]

Same haha but other than that good 👍 I love it.

[@gringoreno]

1st 05 06 are the best 4.7 bullet proof

[@chrisdrives8204]

You don't like the 5.7??

[@smms9697]

you forgot an important thing , tge 4WD must be switched on every two month the 4H and 4L otherwise it will be damaged

[@chrisdrives8204]

Maybe...mine has never been used except for once accidentally last month and it works for now

[@dougsmith7195]

@@chrisdrives8204When I bought my 17 with 20k I doubt 4x4 had ever been switched. It took many changes to get it freed but now it’s fine. Now I exercise it every month.

[@kwmulligan]

That should be done with most 4wd, so gears dont seize.

[@TheYoungerSemiOldMan]

That's ANY 4WD vehicle. Not toyota. He's talking about "Toyota".

[@HeIaI]

9:36 Land Cruiser LC100

[@ianjung1164]

I fixed door locks 3times…

[@George-on3zm]

What year??

[@valdezfam8694]

I have a 2010 with 233,000 miles Zero issues Literally nothing except oil, tires, brakes..

[@chrisdrives8204]

Great! Any fluid changes?