2007-2021 Tundra buyers guide (2nd Gen Common Problems, Specifications, Options, Engines)

Used Toyota Tundra Buying Guide. 2nd Gen Tundra buying advice.

Used truck buying advice for the 2nd Gen Toyota Tundra. This is most comprehensive and complete buyer's guide on the XK50 2007-2020 Toyota Tundra. Introduced in the 2007 model year, the 2nd gen Tundra was much bigger than its predecessor, was available with a massive 5.7L V8 producing 381 horsepower, and finally had the specifications and hardware to compete with the big 3 American trucks, the F-150, Ram, and Silverado / Sierra.

This video begins by discussing why Toyota decided to finally build a true Full-Size Tundra to replace the smaller 1st gen Tundra, its history and development. Next, we cover the exterior and interior styling, the 1gr v6 and 2UZ / 2UR and 3UR v8 engines available, a quick overview of the transmissions available, the options and trim levels available, common problems, and finally the aftermarket support. The video provides in-depth knowledge that covers everything you've ever wanted to know about the 2nd gen Toyota Tundra from 2007 to 2020.

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[mleindek]

This is literally the most reliable truck on the road today.

[Peccs]

Every brand builds a truck that is really nice and will serve most people well up to 100k miles with minimal headaches. Where Toyota shines brighter than anyone is after 100k miles. The amount of r&d they put into all of their components is just unmatched and they don't try to reinvent the wheel, thats why this model has been in production for 14 years.

[tjp]

Owned pickups for nearly 30s years.
Family was loyal to Fords, primarily, with the occasional Dodge mixed in.
I have personally owned all the brands, except for Honda (Ridgeline) and ran gassers and diesel.
Purchased my first Tundra last year, and I really don't know if the others will offer something comparable to steal my business away from Toy.
Am purchasing another Tundra soon for a side hustle I'm starting, and there wasn't even a second considering other rigs. Overbuilt and they just work. That 5.7 is legit.

[Kana]

Would u rather get a truck named the best selling truck 43 years straight or the most dependable for 5 years straight? I'd go toyota.

[davidgold]

2:47 I understand why marketplace pressure caused Toyota to make the grill wider and more angry looking, but I still prefer the 2007 to 2013 look better. This is usually the case with vehicles - the first generation has the most pure design language.

[YoutubeYouTube-hpmt]

I have a silver 07 SR5, double cab 4WD 5.7. An absolute dream.

[montefiveforty]

Love my 2010 RCSB TRD 5.7 with only 40k miles and has never seen a winter still looks new.

[HerbTheSneakerBear]

That’s crazy how I you just dropped this vid And I’m in the process of buying a 2010 crew cab right now love the vid

[youtubejunkie]

I just bought one brand new in September 2021 limited trd off road. For the money you can't find a better truck. Truly satisfied.

[battleshipnewjerseysailor]

If anyone has an issue with the brake lights staying on, before running to the dealership, look under the dash, with a mirror if needed, I found that it's possible to misalign the switch by inadvertantly hitting it with my foot, give the switch a nudge back into alignment to solve the problem

[davidd]

My only complaint about my 2017 crew max 4x4 Tundra is the seats! Every small drop of water leaves a stain. I constantly clean them but if that’s my only issue, than I’m doing great. Had it about 4 months and love it! First Toyota purchase and no regrets!

[andrewvillanueva]

The Toyota tundra 4x4 platinum is my next vehicle. I love the tundra.

[pablosilva]

I keep my 2005 Tundra three hundred thousand miles on it with no problems the best truck

[kennethwalker]

Your vids helped me decide on the truck I wanted. Just got a 2016 tundra and its like new....i love it

[trdjody]

Cant wait to have 1 million miles on my baby 😍




Side note. I've hauled 10, 000 LB loads with zero issues.

[kevinyoungMEBR]

I've been driving my 2002 V8 Tundra since 2003, and I've been driving my 2007 5.7L V8 Tundra since 2017. My 2nd gen Tundra was purchased without any maintenance history when it already had 270, 000 hard miles on it, I am the 4th owner and I discovered that the transmission had been replaced a few years before I bought the truck. Maintenance is key and the previous owners ran the engine when it was low on oil, and they failed to flush the cooling system as often as they should have... the head gasket failed at 316, 000 miles. The tear down for repairs revealed scored cylinder walls, so the engine was replace by a low mileage 1 owner engine. I love the truck and I wish Toyota had followed the philosophy Mazda applied to their Miata MX5 - stick with the original concept and don't load the vehicle up with gimmicks. I prefer the 2007 to 2013 Tundra, and my 2wd RCSB SR5 is a lot of fun to drive.

[davidgold]

3:59 As a hot rod project I would like to buy a 2013 with the standard bed, and then purchase the short bed from the crew max, shorten the frame, and then put the really short bed on the regular cab truck. It would look like a giant Matchbox car and it would be a hit at cars and coffee.

[brandonpayne]

My 2008 5.7l tundra has been the most reliable truck ive ever owned. I would highly recommend getting one

[Swampkings]

217k in my 15’ Platinum Tundra. Runs like a dream