The Lemon Index2014 Toyota Tundra.
The 2014 Toyota Tundra is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 38 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 29, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 5 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 93 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Toyota Tundra year. 2014 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 5K to 81K miles on the car (66 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 5
- 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 5 recalls
- airbags 2014
Due to the possible misinstallation of the upper tab of the B-pillar interior trim, the Curtain-Shield Air Bags (CSA) may not deploy properly in the event of a crash.
- wheels 2014
The coating on the lug nuts may give, causing the lug nuts to loosen or the wheel studs to fracture.
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 366 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its…
- Dealer Letter: In certain 2012 ?
- Region Letter: In certain 2012 - 2014 Model Year Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles equipped…
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/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/EC 2WD | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/RC 4WD | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/RC 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.
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Toyota Tundra reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 3.4× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 29; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Toyota Tundra year by this measure is 2015.
What are the most common 2014 Toyota Tundra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (16%), body structure (16%) and wheels (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota Tundra have?
5 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 2014 Toyota Tundra get?
15 to 17 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 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 2014 Toyota Tundra problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,600 and 81,500 miles. The middle report was at 40,000 miles, from 66 complaints.
Does the 2014 Toyota Tundra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Toyota Tundra cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Toyota Tundra have?
4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
What Toyota Tundra year is better than the 2014?
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