Is the 2026 Toyota Tundra reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2026 Toyota Tundra is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Tundra?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Tundra have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2026 Toyota Tundra

▲ Better than typical

2026 Toyota Tundra
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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: 34
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2026: 34 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

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

Power train

24% · 8 reports

Show complaint excerpts

This is a reoccuring issue and happens daily.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and vehicle speed control

Engine

24% · 8 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

18% · 6 reports

Service brakes

15% · 5 reports

Vehicle speed control

12% · 4 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2026-08-06Equipment26V433000 Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling one 2026 Tundra truck. The current load carrying capacity modification label is incorrect.

Remedy: SET will provide the owner with a new load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. An owner notification letter was mailed August 6, 2026. The owner may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

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2026 Toyota Tundra — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 26V433000 · Equipment

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FAQ

Is the 2026 Toyota Tundra reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2026 Toyota Tundra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Tundra?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Tundra have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

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