2008 Toyota Tundra Reliability
The 2008 Toyota Tundra has 327 owner complaints and 13 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about speed control / throttle and body structure. Compared with nearby Tundra model years (2006–2010), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Tundra's typical year, while the 2009 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
327
NHTSA owner complaints
13
Recall campaigns
24
Complaints citing a crash
2
Complaints citing a fire
2008 Toyota Tundra complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 model year, filed between 2007 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Speed control / throttle | 77 | 24% |
| Body structure | 56 | 17% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 46 | 14% |
| Electrical system | 38 | 12% |
| Engine | 36 | 11% |
| Suspension | 29 | 9% |
| Service brakes | 28 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 21 | 6% |
2008 Toyota Tundra recalls
13 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2008 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09V223000 | Jun 15, 2009 | Equipment — other / labels | Toyota is recalling 27,080 model year 2005 through 2010 passenger cars built from September 1, 2005 to May 4, 2009. These vehicles were not equipped with load carrying capacity modification labels which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor… |
| 09V388000 | Oct 5, 2009 | Speed control / throttle — accelerator pedal | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat. |
| 10V017000 | Jan 21, 2010 | Speed control / throttle — accelerator pedal | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010 Tundra vehicles. Due to the manner in… |
| 10V035000 | Feb 3, 2010 | Equipment — other / labels | Gulf states Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between September 1, 2005 and June 2, 2008… |
| 10V036000 | Feb 3, 2010 | Equipment — other / labels | Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold without the requisite load carrying… |
| 11V148000 | Mar 4, 2011 | Tires — pressure monitoring and regulating systems | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 fj cruiser, land cruiser, tacoma, sequoia and Tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring system (tpms)." when… |
| 11V278000 | May 12, 2011 | Tires — pressure monitoring and regulating systems | Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "tire pressure monitoring systems." the tpms on some vehicles may not have been properly… |
| 12V491000 | Oct 10, 2012 | Visibility / wipers — power window devices and controls | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of… |
| 13V123000 | Apr 9, 2013 | Equipment — other / labels | Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ… |
| 14V743000 | Nov 19, 2014 | Seats — front assembly / seat heater/cooler | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4,… |
| 16V396000 | Jun 2, 2016 | Seats — front assembly / seat heater/cooler | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011… |
| 21V920000 | Nov 23, 2021 | Steering — hydraulic power assist system | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak. |
| 21E103000 | Dec 23, 2021 | Steering — hydraulic power assist system | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear… |
How the 2008 compares with nearby Tundra years
Verdicts compare these Tundra model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 545 | 13 | Body structure | Avoid |
| 2007 | 390 | 14 | Powertrain / transmission | Avoid |
| 2008 (this page) | 327 | 13 | Speed control / throttle | Caution |
| 2009 | 38 | 13 | Powertrain / transmission | Better year |
| 2010 | 163 | 16 | Suspension | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
The 2008 Toyota Tundra on the used market
- 119 of 364 2008 Toyota Tundra listings in CarWhere's lifespan study showed 200,000 miles or more.
What to check on a used 2008 Toyota Tundra
- Throttle and speed control: check for surging, hesitation or a reduced-power warning, and test cruise control.
- Body: look under the car for rust or damaged subframe and rocker areas, and check panel gaps for signs of repair.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 13 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
Check this exact car
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2008 Toyota Tundra reliability FAQ
Is the 2008 Toyota Tundra reliable?
The 2008 Toyota Tundra has 327 owner complaints and 13 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about speed control / throttle and body structure. Compared with nearby Tundra model years (2006–2010), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Tundra's typical year, while the 2009 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2008 Toyota Tundra problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Toyota Tundra are speed control / throttle (77), body structure (56), powertrain / transmission (46), electrical system (38). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2008 Toyota Tundra have recalls?
NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2008 Toyota Tundra, including 09V223000 (equipment — other / labels) and 09V388000 (speed control / throttle — accelerator pedal). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2008 Toyota Tundra compare with the 2007 and 2009 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2007 has 390 complaints and 14 recalls (avoid); the 2009 has 38 complaints and 13 recalls (better year). The 2008 has 327 complaints and 13 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2008 Toyota Tundra?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2008 Tundra, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.