Is the 2021 Toyota Tundra reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Tundra?

The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2021 Toyota Tundra

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2021 Toyota Tundra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:58.039Z

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 24
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2021: 24 complaints

View as data table

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

Known problem areas

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seats

4 of 24 total reports mention: seats.

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I've taken my truck in 3 times for a problem with the driver seat having excessive play. Whenever I stop at a light or pull off the seat rocks back and forth.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-26

Electrical system

4 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE

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Wayne drove the truck to work. It was an icy day in Texas so he drove slower than usual. He went to pick up a part (for work) from another shop, he arrived at the shop, turned off the truck and went inside to retrieve the part for work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-02-05

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Visibility/wiper

3 of 24 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

Structure

2 of 24 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

Steering

2 of 24 total reports mention: steering.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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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2022-04-25Electrical system, exterior lighting21V688000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.

Remedy: Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022.

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Buy-smart checklist

2021 Toyota Tundra — pre-purchase inspection

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Seats: 4 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Visibility/wiper: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 21V920000 · Steering
Recall 21E103000 · Steering
Recall 21V688000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting

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FAQ

Is the 2021 Toyota Tundra reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Tundra?: The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have?: 3 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.