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.

[mugshock]

Bought my 2016 with 79K on it back in 2021. Super smooth and quiet engine, no leaks, no issues, runs like a new truck even now at 147K. Love my Tundra!

[JBSmoke]

Bought my 20 Pro new in 20. Four years in - ZERO issues. Great truck!

[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.

[dougsmith]

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.

[waynemthacker]

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

[DanielCastillo-ywih]

Started with a 2003 Tundra -no issues other than the suspension bushings changed out by the dealer for free. Then bought the 2007 4.7 new and ran it to 185k miles no major issues other than reg maintenance items. The biggest issue I had was the air intake pumps changed twice; I figured out how to reset the Derated limp mode to circumvent the problem.
Now I have the 2018 4.6 with 65k miles. Love it and no issues whatsoever other than being heavy and thirsty- but if you want fuel efficiency get a Prius. Installed the Pedal Commander for greater throttle control and fuel efficiency.

[kirkleaman]

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!!

[robingerdes]

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.

[mohamedsakka]

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

[eliasperez]

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

[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.

[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.

[hujek]

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.

[trucklt]

2010 Tundra double cab. 175k miles. Would still pull my old Silverado around backwards and laugh about it. My Silverado motor blew up at 130k. Which initiated my change from Chevy to Toyota. I have little doubt I’ll see 300k out of the truck. Runs great.

[johannesvanhoek]

I bought a new 2016 Toyota tundra SR5 - TRD 4x4 in October 2015, now in 2025 it has 70, 000 miles on it, I know it doesn't have a lot of miles on it, but it's basically 10 years old and I have not had one problem,
My friend has a 2014 has 267, 000 miles on it, no problems
A man that I hired to take a large boat from Florida to Rhode Island, had a 2014 that he used, it had 900, 000 miles on it !

If you buy a Toyota tundra in my opinion, make sure that it's a no older than a 2021

PS. The key to these trucks is maintenance. One of the most important is to change your coolant at about 60, 000 miles.
Change your oil regularly at 5000 miles using a premium oil
And it's also important to change your gear lube in your front and rear differential and also the gearbox
If you do these things, it's rare that you will ever have a problem within a reasonable time
Oh one last thing in my opinion again stay away from the 22 and up tundras that have the 3.5 engine. They are having problems.

[hf]

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.

[Gdwin]

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.

[edwardellis]

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.

[ivann]

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 😎

[Xris]

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