2023 Toyota Tundra: Problems & Reliability
AVOID2023 Toyota Tundra: AVOID — 415 owner complaints, 4.2× the Tundra median year by raw count; top issue: engine (169 complaints).
The Toyota Tundra isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2023 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 2nd of 12 model years from 2015 to 2026, above the model median and among the three heaviest records.
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2015–2026 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
415
NHTSA complaints
4.2×
vs. median Tundra year
177
Service bulletins
13
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2023 Toyota Tundra problems
Engine is the clear leader, named in 41% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2023 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 169 | 41% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 88 | 21% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 61 | 15% |
| Engine & cooling | 49 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 48 | 12% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2023 Toyota Tundra recalls
13 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2023, reported between Nov 18, 2022 and Nov 6, 2025.
| NHTSA campaign | Reported | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 25V767000 | Nov 6, 2025 | Engine & cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical |
| 25V657000 | Oct 1, 2025 | Backup camera / back-over prevention › Software |
| 25V322000 | May 15, 2025 | Exterior lighting › Back up lights |
| 24V548000 | Jul 23, 2024 | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| 24V381000 | May 30, 2024 | Engine & cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical |
| 24V125000 | Feb 21, 2024 | Powertrain / transmission › Automatic transmission |
| 23V757000 | Nov 9, 2023 | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| 23V633000 | Sep 13, 2023 | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| 23V566000 | Aug 10, 2023 | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings |
| 23V468000 | Jul 7, 2023 | Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire |
| 23V142000 | Mar 3, 2023 | Structure › Body |
| 23V111000 | Feb 22, 2023 | Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel |
+1 more campaigns on the NHTSA record.
2023 Toyota Tundra service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 177 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2023 — close to the 175 of the median Tundra year from 2015 to 2026. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (64), structure (42), engine (13). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2023 vs. the year before and after
From the 2022 to the 2023, owner complaints held roughly level (433 → 415). The 2024 that followed fell 15% (415 → 354), so the 2024 has the lighter record so far.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tundra | AVOID | 433 | 228 | 13 | — |
| 2023 (this page) | AVOID | 415 | 177 | 13 | — |
| 2024 Tundra | AVOID | 354 | 143 | 10 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Toyota Tundra years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2023 Toyota Tundra
Engine (169 complaints on the 2023): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Powertrain / transmission (88 complaints on the 2023): test-drive from cold through every gear and feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder; ask whether the transmission fluid has been serviced.
Fuel / propulsion system (61 complaints on the 2023): smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
Electrical system (41 complaints on the 2023): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Recalls: confirm all 13 campaigns above were completed on this VIN.
Know what to pay for the right 2023 Toyota Tundra — then negotiate it
Years-to-avoid tells you which year. Search live listings to see the target price and what verified buyers actually paid for it.
- Verified buyer-paid target price for your exact make, model & trim
- DealDrive AI negotiator reads any dealer quote and writes your counteroffer
- Comparable real deals near you, from verified transactions
Found a 2023 Toyota Tundra for sale? See what the seller isn't telling you.
The CarWhere Used Car Report checks salvage records, salvage-auction listings, stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail, and full market history for one VIN — $16.99, one time.
FAQ
Is the 2023 Toyota Tundra reliable?
2023 Toyota Tundra: AVOID — 415 owner complaints, 4.2× the Tundra median year by raw count; top issue: engine (169 complaints). The Toyota Tundra isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2023 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 2nd of 12 model years from 2015 to 2026, above the model median and among the three heaviest records.
What are the most common 2023 Toyota Tundra problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2023 Toyota Tundra are engine (169, 41%), powertrain / transmission (88, 21%), fuel / propulsion system (61, 15%). The manufacturer has 177 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2023 Toyota Tundra have?
13 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2023 Toyota Tundra, most recently 25V767000 (Nov 6, 2025, engine & cooling); 25V657000 (Oct 1, 2025, backup camera / back-over prevention); 25V322000 (May 15, 2025, exterior lighting). Recall completion is VIN-specific, so check the exact car.
How do I check a specific 2023 Toyota Tundra before buying?
Decode the VIN free at carwhere.com/tools/vin-decoder to confirm the build, then run the $9.99 CarWhere Full VIN Report for the exact VIN — recall, complaint, and service-bulletin record for this model year, the original window sticker where the manufacturer publishes one, and a market price check from verified buyers. One-time purchase, no subscription.
Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2023 Toyota Tundra come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the model is ranked on complaint and bulletin volume until the verdict engine scores it. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.