The Lemon Index2013 Toyota Tundra.
The 2013 Toyota Tundra is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 28 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 20, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 6 recalls, and it gets 15 to 17 mpg combined. The best Toyota Tundra year is 2015.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 85 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Toyota Tundra year. 2013 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 14K to 83K miles on the car (64 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 36K–89K miles
Recalls 6
- steering 2021
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- steering 2021
The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
- wheels 2017
The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
Show all 6 recalls
- wheels 2014
The coating on the lug nuts may give, causing the lug nuts to loosen or the wheel studs to fracture.
- equipment 2013
These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight ad.
- airbags 2013
If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk…
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Toyota told dealers about
Toyota sent dealers 331 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Accelerator pedal sensor assembly information regarding the inspection, removal, and…
- See document search button for owner letter
- Vibration/pulsation during light to hard braking
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedElectrical overstress2019–2024
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tundra PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/RC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/RC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/EC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–4300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Between 1600 and 2000 rpm steering wheel resonates enough to be distracting.
2013 Toyota Tundra owner · NHTSA complaint 10575564
Quick answers
Is the 2013 Toyota Tundra reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 5× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 20; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Toyota Tundra year by this measure is 2015.
What are the most common 2013 Toyota Tundra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (25%), steering (18%) and body structure (14%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2013 Toyota Tundra have?
6 safety recalls (latest: steering). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Toyota Tundra get?
15 to 17 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2013 Toyota Tundra safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2013 Toyota Tundra problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 14,300 and 83,900 miles. The middle report was at 53,200 miles, from 64 complaints.
Does the 2013 Toyota Tundra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2013 Toyota Tundra cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2013 Toyota Tundra have?
4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
What Toyota Tundra year is better than the 2013?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2015, 2011 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works