2025 Toyota Tundra: Problems & Reliability
NOT FLAGGED2025 Toyota Tundra: NOT FLAGGED — 143 owner complaints, outside the three heaviest complaint-and-bulletin records for this model; top issue: engine (47 complaints).
The Toyota Tundra isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2025 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 6th of 12 model years from 2015 to 2026.
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
143
NHTSA complaints
12
Model years compared
48
Service bulletins
5
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2025 Toyota Tundra problems
Engine is the clear leader, named in 33% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2025 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 47 | 33% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 37 | 26% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 27 | 19% |
| Speed control / throttle | 21 | 15% |
| Unknown or other | 17 | 12% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2025 Toyota Tundra recalls
5 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2025, reported between May 15, 2025 and Sep 2, 2026.
| NHTSA campaign | Reported | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 26V571000 | Sep 2, 2026 | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| 26V179000 | Mar 24, 2026 | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| 26V038000 | Jan 23, 2026 | Backup camera / back-over prevention › Software |
| 25V657000 | Oct 1, 2025 | Backup camera / back-over prevention › Software |
| 25V322000 | May 15, 2025 | Exterior lighting › Back up lights |
2025 Toyota Tundra service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 48 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2025 — fewer than the 175 of the median Tundra year from 2015 to 2026. Coded bulletins most often cover structure (13), electrical system (8), engine & cooling (3). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2025 vs. the year before and after
From the 2024 to the 2025, owner complaints fell by more than half (354 → 143) — an improvement. The 2026 that followed fell by more than half (143 → 0), so the 2026 has the lighter record so far. The 2026 is still new, so its count will keep growing.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Tundra | AVOID | 354 | 143 | 10 | — |
| 2025 (this page) | — | 143 | 48 | 5 | $66,327 |
| 2026 Tundra | — | 0 | 22 | 1 | $57,494 |
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 2025 Toyota Tundra
Engine (47 complaints on the 2025): 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 (37 complaints on the 2025): 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 (27 complaints on the 2025): smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
Speed control / throttle (21 complaints on the 2025): check for surging, hesitation or a reduced-power warning, and test cruise control.
Electrical system (14 complaints on the 2025): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Recalls: confirm all 5 campaigns above were completed on this VIN.
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Toyota Tundra reliable?
2025 Toyota Tundra: NOT FLAGGED — 143 owner complaints, outside the three heaviest complaint-and-bulletin records for this model; top issue: engine (47 complaints). The Toyota Tundra isn't scored by the verdict engine yet, so the 2025 is ranked on volume — owner complaints plus a quarter weight for service bulletins. It ranks 6th of 12 model years from 2015 to 2026.
What are the most common 2025 Toyota Tundra problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2025 Toyota Tundra are engine (47, 33%), powertrain / transmission (37, 26%), fuel / propulsion system (27, 19%). The manufacturer has 48 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota Tundra have?
5 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2025 Toyota Tundra, most recently 26V571000 (Sep 2, 2026, equipment); 26V179000 (Mar 24, 2026, equipment); 26V038000 (Jan 23, 2026, backup camera / back-over prevention). Recall completion is VIN-specific, so check the exact car.
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2025 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.