The Lemon Index2024 Toyota Tundra.
The 2024 Toyota Tundra is so far one of the worst years by owner complaints: 346 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 252, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 10 recalls, and it gets 19 to 22 mpg combined. The best Toyota Tundra year is 2015.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 346 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Toyota Tundra year. 2024 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 4K to 30K miles on the car (33 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 10K–30K miles
Recalls 10
- engine 2026
Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause a main bearing to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
- equipment 2026
The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values.
- back over prevention 2026
The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
Show all 10 recalls
- 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.
- tires 2024
The passenger-side front and rear tires may have inner sidewall damage, which can cause a sudden loss of tire pressure.
- equipment 2024
The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values.
- 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.
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 146 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Oil leak from the sealing surface between the Oil Filter (PN: 9091510010)
- During repairs such as those listed below, damage may occur if the Torque Converter Assembly…
- Some customers have complained that the wireless functions of their Key Fob stop working
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 $2900–4200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.4L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Hesitation and throttle lag when accelerating the vehicle from a slow speed.
2024 Toyota Tundra owner · NHTSA complaint 11701832
More owner reports
While driving, engine seized. Truck only has 33,700 miles and has been maintained regularly.
NHTSA complaint 11769809
The engine periodically lags and is not responsive when pedal is pressed. When the engine catches up, the RPMs skyrocket.
NHTSA complaint 11635568
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Toyota Tundra reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 2.5× the average car's complaints per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 252; 100 is average). The best Toyota Tundra year by this measure is 2015.
What are the most common 2024 Toyota Tundra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (44%), transmission & drivetrain (25%) and fuel or ev drive system (13%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota Tundra have?
10 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 2024 Toyota Tundra get?
19 to 22 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 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 2024 Toyota Tundra problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 4,400 and 30,500 miles. The middle report was at 14,900 miles, from 33 complaints.
Does the 2024 Toyota Tundra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 25% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2024 Toyota Tundra cost in fuel a year?
About $2900 to $4200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Toyota Tundra have?
3.4L 6-cyl.
What Toyota Tundra year is better than the 2024?
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