2025 Toyota Tundra Problems and Recalls (130 Complaints)

The most-reported problem on the 2025 Toyota Tundra is Transmission / driveline (15% of 130 owner reports). There are 4 safety recalls. Check the VIN and inspect Transmission / driveline — this is the NHTSA file, not a score.

NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation Snapshot 2026-09-07 130 complaints · 4 recalls

What problems show up on the 2025 Toyota Tundra?

20 of 130 filings named Transmission / driveline (15% of the file). That is what owners wrote, not a shop diagnosis of the vehicle in the driveway.

Second is Fuel system (19 reports).

There are 4 official safety recalls on this year. They were filed about Lights and Rear camera / backup safety. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov — a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific truck.

The 2024 has 328 reports on file; this year has 130. A smaller lifetime total is not a clean bill of health. If you need a fairer comparison, use the equal-time view.

What to check before you buy a 2025 Toyota Tundra

A useful visit to this page takes five minutes. YearTell does not score years and cannot see the vehicle in front of you.

  1. Look up the VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov. This year has 4 campaigns on file below.
  2. Transmission / driveline. Have a shop drive it and check the transmission: hard or delayed shifts, burnt-smelling fluid, and 4WD engagement if equipped.
  3. Fuel system. Check for fuel smell, leaks and whether it starts and idles cleanly.
  4. Engine. Have a shop check for oil consumption, coolant leaks, rough idle and unusual engine noise.
  5. Skim a few owner reports below for Transmission / driveline. Look for the same symptom repeating.
  6. Take that list to a mechanic. Do not turn the complaint total into a score.

What owners reported

System named most often: Transmission / driveline 20 complaints · 15.4% of the file
Crashes, fires, injuries and deaths in those filings:
  • Crashes 5
  • Fires 0
  • Injuries 11
  • Deaths 0
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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record Read our complete data methodology →

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

Which systems owners named

Share of owner complaints filed against each vehicle system. These shares are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.

Which systems owners named Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) appears in 20 of 130 owner complaints (15.4%) in this vehicle snapshot. Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN): 20 complaints, 15.4% of reports Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) 1 crash reports 20 · 15.4% Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM): 19 complaints, 14.6% of reports Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM) 1 crash reports 19 · 14.6% Engine (ENGINE): 18 complaints, 13.8% of reports Engine (ENGINE) 18 · 13.8% Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL): 14 complaints, 10.8% of reports Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) 14 · 10.8% Steering (STEERING): 7 complaints, 5.4% of reports Steering (STEERING) 1 crash reports 7 · 5.4% Lane keeping (LANE DEPARTURE): 6 complaints, 4.6% of reports Lane keeping (LANE DEPARTURE) 1 crash reports 6 · 4.6% Lights (EXTERIOR LIGHTING): 5 complaints, 3.9% of reports Lights (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) 5 · 3.9% Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES): 5 complaints, 3.9% of reports Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES) 5 · 3.9% Body / frame (STRUCTURE): 5 complaints, 3.9% of reports Body / frame (STRUCTURE) 5 · 3.9% Unclassified NHTSA leftover: 36 complaints, 27.7% of reports Unclassified NHTSA leftover 2 crash reports 36 · 27.7% 0% 25% 50% 75% 100%

“Unclassified NHTSA leftover” is not a car part. It is a filing bucket and always sits last.

View component data as a table
System / Component Complaints Share of Reports Safety Reports (Crashes / Fires)
Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN) 20 15.4% 1 crashes · 0 fires
Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM) 19 14.6% 1 crashes · 0 fires
Engine (ENGINE) 18 13.8% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) 14 10.8% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Steering (STEERING) 7 5.4% 1 crashes · 0 fires
Lane keeping (LANE DEPARTURE) 6 4.6% 1 crashes · 0 fires
Lights (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) 5 3.9% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES) 5 3.9% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Body / frame (STRUCTURE) 5 3.9% 0 crashes · 0 fires
Unclassified NHTSA leftover 36 27.7% 2 crashes · 0 fires
NHTSA Consumer Complaints, NHTSA Safety Recalls, and NHTSA Defect Investigations Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

When reports and recalls showed up

When owners filed reports, and when recall campaigns showed up.

When reports and recalls showed up Owner reports in this snapshot begin in Oct 2024; the first recall shown was reported in May 2025. 2024-Q4: 1 owner reports 1 2025-Q1: 5 owner reports 5 2025-Q2: 12 owner reports 12 2025-Q3: 13 owner reports 13 2025-Q4: 33 owner reports 33 2026-Q1: 34 owner reports 34 2026-Q2: 28 owner reports 28 2026-Q3: 4 owner reports 4 Owner reports Oct 2024 Jul 2026 Recall campaign 25V322000 ◆ Recall campaign 25V322000 Recall campaign 25V657000 ◆ Recall campaign 25V657000 Recall campaign 26V038000 ◆ Recall campaign 26V038000 Recall campaign 26V179000 ◆ Recall campaign 26V179000
  • Campaign 26V038000 was reported 57 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
  • Campaign 26V179000 was reported 403 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
View timeline records as a table
Date Record type Count Record identifier
2024-Q4 Owner reports 1
2025-Q1 Owner reports 5
2025-Q2 Owner reports 12
2025-Q3 Owner reports 13
2025-Q4 Owner reports 33
2026-Q1 Owner reports 34
2026-Q2 Owner reports 28
2026-Q3 Owner reports 4
Recall campaign 1 25V322000
Recall campaign 1 25V657000
Recall campaign 1 26V038000
Recall campaign 1 26V179000
NHTSA Safety Recalls Snapshot 2026-09-06 Open source record

Safety Recalls (4)

Official campaigns. Each one says what could go wrong and what the dealer was told to fix.

In short, these campaigns were filed about Lights and Rear camera / backup safety.

  1. Recall campaign 25V322000

    Lights

    Report date
    Component:
    Lights (EXTERIOR LIGHTING)
    Consequence:
    Reverse light failure may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace both reverse light assemblies and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 23, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →

  2. Recall campaign 25V657000

    Rear camera / backup safety

    Report date
    Component:
    Rear camera / backup safety (BACK OVER PREVENTION)
    Consequence:
    A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the multimedia display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB10 and 25TA10.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →

  3. Recall campaign 26V038000

    Rear camera / backup safety

    Report date
    Component:
    Rear camera / backup safety (BACK OVER PREVENTION)
    Consequence:
    A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the parking assist ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 23, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB02 and 26TA02.
    View authoritative NHTSA record →

  4. Recall campaign 26V179000

    Safety recall 26V179000

    Report date
    Component:
    Unclassified NHTSA leftover
    Consequence:
    A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.
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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

What owners actually wrote

Short excerpts from the public NHTSA file. Look for the same symptom repeating.

Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation · snapshot 2026-09-07
Safety incident filters
Showing 9 of 130 complaints · page 1 of 6
2026-09-01SUSPENSION
NHTSA ODI 11761232
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The alignment has consistently been an issue since I purchased the truck in March 2025. I've had the wheels aligned 3 times since I purchased it. I took it in for the 25000 mile service and it's out of alignment again. I've never had a vehicle go out of alignment let alone 4 times in 18 months.
2026-08-18Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN)
NHTSA ODI 11757741
CrashFireInjuryDeath
On July 20, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure resulting in a total engine seizure while operating. The failure caused an immediate, sudden loss of motive power, forcing the vehicle to become completely immobilized on the Interstate highway. This unexpected loss of propulsion created an immediate and severe highway crash hazard for myself and surrounding traffic. The vehicle was towed to an authorized Toyota dealership on July 20 under the 5-year/60,000-mile factory powertrain warranty. The vehicle has remained completely out of service since that date. The dealership has tentatively scheduled the engine repair and replacement to begin on August 24 or 25, meaning the vehicle will have been non-operational and out of service for over 35 consecutive days before repairs even commence.
2026-08-18VISIBILITYUnclassified NHTSA leftover
NHTSA ODI 11757664
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while attempting to defrost the windshield on several occasions during the winter months, the windshield defroster failed to operate properly. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on two separate occasions and remained there for weeks. However, the dealers were unable to determine the cause of the failure and were awaiting approval from the Corporate Office to proceed with the diagnostic test. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.
2026-07-22Unclassified NHTSA leftover
NHTSA ODI 11752259
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The plastic piece that is where the drivers power seat controls had cracked again for the 2nd time and it could pinch someone or poke them as it’s sharp
2026-06-23ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA ODI 11745978
CrashFireInjuryDeath
I am reporting a severe thermal and electrical safety hazard regarding the OEM wireless charging pad in a 2025 Toyota Tundra. During standard vehicle operation, the integrated charging pad overheats to extreme temperatures. On a recent drive, the heat generated by the vehicle's charging pad was so intense that it physically melted, blistered, and deformed a MagSafe-compatible protective case on a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. This safety issue has been brought to an authorized dealership, Toyota of Hollywood (Repair Order #[XXX]), for a second consecutive time. The dealership officially documented the property damage in writing on the invoice, stating: 'Phone got melted from how hot it gets.' However, they refused to perform repairs or disable the system, explicitly noting: 'Vehicle was compared to another and both doing the same.' By admitting that multiple new vehicles exhibit this exact overheating behavior, the manufacturer is confirming a systemic and unaddressed design or manufacturing defect. An in-dash electrical component capable of melting plastic poses an immediate cabin fire hazard, risks triggering thermal runaway in the mobile device's lithium-ion battery, and directly threatens occupant safety. Toyota Corporate has opened Case #[XXX], but no remedy or safety recall has been provided." INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2026-06-18Unclassified NHTSA leftover
NHTSA ODI 11745163
CrashFireInjuryDeath
Heads up display(HUD) and windshield incompatibility issues from factory making HUD display blurry. Very distracting while driving because you’re too busy trying to see clearly and it takes away time from playing attention to the road. Lots of reports online about blurry HUD with 3rd generation toyota tundra from the beginning model year all the way up to most recent model year- it seems like they’re not doing anything about it. People online have reported getting dizzy while driving when trying to focus on the HUD- possible cause of accidents? Please look into this!
2026-06-18Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL)
NHTSA ODI 11745030
CrashFireInjuryDeath
Toyota Tundra 2025 Limited stalled at highway speeds. The vehicle flashed "Parking Brake Support" message, but dealer says it has to do with an engine failure. Vehicle came to a grinding stop and would only advance in short spurts before dying on the side of the road. I was in the left lane of a major highway during rush hour. Luckily, traffic was behind me, and I was able to limp to the shoulder before traffic arrived. I noticed nothing prior. A loose gas cap may have prompted the system to send failure message. I haven't heard yet why it stalled. But my safety was definitely put at risk, and I was lucky to not be rearended
2026-06-17Steering (STEERING)
NHTSA ODI 11744904
CrashFireInjuryDeath
The truck has had three alignments and it still pulls to the right.
2026-06-16Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM)
NHTSA ODI 11744569
CrashFireInjuryDeath
Have owned the 2025 Toyota Tundra for about 18 months. Multiple instances of delayed acceleration when stopped or almost stopped, sometimes as much as 3 or 4 seconds. Last time was in early June, 2026. This is very dangerous because when I pull out into an intersection it will start to go but then lose all power for a few seconds with traffic coming behind me. This is something Toyota needs to look into.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems on the 2025 Toyota Tundra?

Owners named Transmission / driveline most often — 20 of 130 reports (15%). That is the NHTSA file, not a diagnosis of every vehicle.

Are there recalls for the 2025 Toyota Tundra?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns. They were filed about Lights and Rear camera / backup safety. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov; a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific vehicle.

What should I inspect before buying a 2025 Toyota Tundra?

Look up the VIN for open recalls. Have a shop drive it and check the transmission: hard or delayed shifts, burnt-smelling fluid, and 4WD engagement if equipped. Then skim owner filings for the same symptom and take that list to a mechanic.

Does a high complaint count mean I should skip this year?

No. Counts are reports people chose to file and they are not adjusted for sales volume. YearTell does not publish scores or a list of years to skip. Inspect the vehicle.

EPA Fuel Economy Database Snapshot 2026-08-21 Open source record

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EPA fuel economy ratings and annual operating cost estimates

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Supported range: $1.50–$10.00 per gallon
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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

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Source: NHTSA ODI / recalls, snapshot 2026-09-07. YearTell is not a government agency.

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