The Lemon Index2015 Toyota Tundra.
The 2015 Toyota Tundra is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 19 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 16, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 5 recalls, and it gets 15 to 17 mpg combined. It's the best Toyota Tundra year we track.
One of the most reliable. 6.2× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2022
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 51 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Toyota Tundra year. 2015 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 25K to 113K miles on the car (27 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
- equipment 2016
The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories.
- equipment 2015
These vehicles have a tire placcard that incorrectly states the recommended cold tire inflation pressure.
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 287 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Vibration/pulsation during light to hard braking
- Front Brake Vibration Key Points: * Issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied…
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/RC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/RC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/EC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Toyota Tundra PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–4300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 4.6L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Paint started chipping after 3 months. The truck is starting to rust now at a 1 and a half old. I notified the dealer about the chipping. They did nothing.
2015 Toyota Tundra owner · NHTSA complaint 10959628
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Toyota Tundra reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 6.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 16; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2015 Toyota Tundra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (21%), body structure (21%) and airbags (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 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 2015 Toyota Tundra get?
15 to 17 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 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 2015 Toyota Tundra problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 25,000 and 113,900 miles. The middle report was at 57,000 miles, from 27 complaints.
Does the 2015 Toyota Tundra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2015 Toyota Tundra cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Toyota Tundra have?
4.6L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
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