MYRModel Year Report

2017 Toyota Tundra

▲ Better than typical
2017 Toyota Tundra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:25.845Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
78
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2017

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

35% of complaints

Complaints per year

1999: 1 complaint 1999 2000: 1,011 complaints 2001: 415 complaints 2002: 482 complaints 2003: 399 complaints 2003 2004: 465 complaints 2005: 377 complaints 2006: 545 complaints 2007: 390 complaints 2007 2008: 327 complaints 2009: 38 complaints 2010: 163 complaints 2011: 134 complaints 2011 2012: 154 complaints 2013: 85 complaints 2014: 93 complaints 2015: 50 complaints 2016: 119 complaints 2017: 78 complaints 2017 78 2018: 100 complaints 2019: 74 complaints 2020: 47 complaints 2021: 24 complaints 2022: 426 complaints 2023: 408 complaints 2023 2024: 343 complaints 2025: 140 complaints 2026: 34 complaints
1999: 1 complaint 1999 2000: 1,011 complaints 2001: 415 complaints 2001 2002: 482 complaints 2003: 399 complaints 2003 2004: 465 complaints 2005: 377 complaints 2005 2006: 545 complaints 2007: 390 complaints 2007 2008: 327 complaints 2009: 38 complaints 2009 2010: 163 complaints 2011: 134 complaints 2011 2012: 154 complaints 2013: 85 complaints 2013 2014: 93 complaints 2015: 50 complaints 2015 2016: 119 complaints 2017: 78 complaints 2017 78 2018: 100 complaints 2019: 74 complaints 2019 2020: 47 complaints 2021: 24 complaints 2021 2022: 426 complaints 2023: 408 complaints 2023 2024: 343 complaints 2025: 140 complaints 2025 2026: 34 complaints
1999: 1 complaint 1999 2000: 1,011 complaints 2001: 415 complaints 2001 2002: 482 complaints 2003: 399 complaints 2003 2004: 465 complaints 2005: 377 complaints 2005 2006: 545 complaints 2007: 390 complaints 2007 2008: 327 complaints 2009: 38 complaints 2009 2010: 163 complaints 2011: 134 complaints 2011 2012: 154 complaints 2013: 85 complaints 2013 2014: 93 complaints 2015: 50 complaints 2015 2016: 119 complaints 2017: 78 complaints 2017 78 2018: 100 complaints 2019: 74 complaints 2019 2020: 47 complaints 2021: 24 complaints 2021 2022: 426 complaints 2023: 408 complaints 2023 2024: 343 complaints 2025: 140 complaints 2025 2026: 34 complaints

2017: 78 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19991
20001,011
2001415
2002482
2003399
2004465
2005377
2006545
2007390
2008327
200938
2010163
2011134
2012154
201385
201493
201550
2016119
201778
2018100
201974
202047
202124
2022426
2023408
2024343
2025140
202634

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

35% · 27 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and speedometer/odometer.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl* the contact's parents purchased a 2018 Toyota Tundra (Na). While driving approximately 30 MPH, a vehicle suddenly cut in front of the driver and caused a chain reaction of sudden stops with several vehicles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-31

Also filed under Air bags

Exterior lighting

22% · 17 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

18% · 14 reports
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Flex Fuel Extended Crank when engine is cold. Have had into dealer multiple times and fix is temporary. Known issue with flex fuel Tundras that keeps…

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-10

Service brakes

18% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
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While backing out of a parking spot, this vehicle failed to stop when I placed my foot on the brakes causing the vehicle to hit another parked vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-22

Integrated brake controller. TSB t-sb-0231-17 and t-sb-0231-16 performed with negative results. Unable to perform set up of controller according to owners manual. Dealer submitted a drp awaiting Toyota corp. To investigate. Toyota corp.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06

Integrated brake controller does not operate trailer brakes in relationship to brake pedal pressure. Completely inadequate to use and a serious potential for an accident while towing trailer, camper, etc.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-03-07

Power train

8% · 6 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2017-04-21Structure17V051000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tundra vehicles equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets (vehicles with chrome step bumpers are not affected).

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2017.

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    2017-06-23Wheels17V311000 Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer.

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.

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    2018-01-23Equipment17V831000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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    2018-03-19Seat belts, seats18V123000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Tundra vehicles.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the five seat leg bracket bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

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    2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
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    2022-01-21Steering21V920000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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    2022-02-17Steering21E103000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Toyota Tundra — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 27 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17V051000 · Structure
  • Recall 17V311000 · Wheels
  • Recall 17V831000 · Equipment
  • Recall 18V123000 · Seat belts, seats
  • Recall 21V920000 · Steering
  • Recall 21E103000 · Steering
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FAQ

Is the 2017 Toyota Tundra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Toyota Tundra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Toyota Tundra?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Tundra have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.