The Lemon Index2022 Toyota Tundra.
The 2022 Toyota Tundra is one of the worst years by owner complaints: 363 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 284, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 13 recalls, and it gets 19 to 22 mpg combined. The best Toyota Tundra year is 2015.
Lemon alert. 2.8× the average car's complaints.
Best year 2015
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 431 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Toyota Tundra year. 2022 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 13K to 47K miles on the car (52 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 25K–58K miles
Recalls 13
- engine 2025
Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
- back over prevention 2025
A software error may cause the rearview image not to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
- lights 2025
Moisture may enter the reverse light assemblies and cause a light failure.
Show all 13 recalls
- engine 2024
Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
- transmission & drivetrain 2024
Unexpected vehicle movement may occur when the vehicle is in neutral and the brakes are not applied.
- equipment 2023
The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle.
- fuel system, gasoline 2023
The plastic fuel tube routed near metallic brake lines may chafe against the brake lines and become damaged, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
- body structure 2023
The tonneau cover attachment joints may come loose and allow the cover to detach.
- electrical 2023
A software error in the combination meter's electronic control unit (ECU) may cause the Instrument Panel LCD display to go blank.
- brakes 2022
The Skid Control ECU within the Brake Actuator Assembly may falsely detect an overcurrent condition of the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Actuator and enter a failsafe mode which prevents the EPB from being engaged.
- electrical 2022
Incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic control unit (ECU) software, may cause the front camera image to appear on the multimedia display instead of the rear camera image when the shifter is placed into re…
- transmission & drivetrain 2022
The flange nuts on the axle shaft sub-assemblies can loosen over time and potentially cause one or both axle shaft sub-assemblies to separate from the axle housing.
- electrical 2022
The parking assist electronic control unit (ECU) software may prevent transmission of the rearview camera signal during cold weather, preventing the rearview image from displaying.
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 232 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- For some 2WD 2022 MY Tundra vehicles, there may appear to be an ATF leak from the extension…
- An oil leak from the rear differential pinion seal area is currently under investigation
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota TUNDRA PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota TUNDRA PU/CC 2WD | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | not rated |
| Toyota TUNDRA PU/EC 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota TUNDRA PU/EC 2WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Toyota TUNDRA HYBRID PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota TUNDRA HYBRID PU/CC 2WD | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2900–3400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.4L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
When I step on the accelerator the engine will sometimes have a very long lag which has almost caused me to get in a wreck when crossing traffic.
2022 Toyota Tundra owner · NHTSA complaint 11649175
More owner reports
When accelerating from a stop the truck stumbles and does not take off. This is dangerous as people may run into you. I have asked many times at dealership if there is a fix yet and the answer is no.
NHTSA complaint 11701837
Hesitation upon acceleration causing dangerous situations and have almost been in an accident 3 times.
NHTSA complaint 11634101
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Toyota Tundra reliable?
No, it is one of the worst by government complaints. It drew 2.8× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 284; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Toyota Tundra year by this measure is 2015.
What are the most common 2022 Toyota Tundra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (38%), transmission & drivetrain (23%) and fuel or ev drive system (19%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have?
13 safety recalls (latest: engine). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota Tundra get?
19 to 22 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 Toyota Tundra safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 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 2022 Toyota Tundra problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 13,200 and 47,900 miles. The middle report was at 28,500 miles, from 52 complaints.
Does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 23% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Toyota Tundra cost in fuel a year?
About $2900 to $3400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have?
3.4L 6-cyl.
What Toyota Tundra year is better than the 2022?
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