2023 Toyota TUNDRA
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2023 Toyota TUNDRA has 575 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.7x the segment average of 154. The most common issue is engine problems (32% of all complaints), specifically: merging into a highway vehicle lost power. wouldn’t accelerate above 50 mph. had multiple warning come on the dash, power lost, hybrid system failure, park daisy failure. turned my hazards on a proceeded to safety. definitely nerve racking, wouldn’t want this to happen when merging lanes in fa. There are 13 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 9 fire reports filed.
575
Total Complaints
13
Recalls Issued
5/5
Safety Stars
3.7x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
ENGINE
182 complaints- • Merging into a highway vehicle lost power. Wouldn’t accelerate above 50 mph. Had multiple warning come on the dash, power lost, hybrid system failure, park daisy failure. Turned my hazards on a proceeded to safety. Definitely nerve racking, wouldn’t want this to happen when merging lanes in fa
- • 1. There is some sort of severe throttle lag/takeoff issue that happens intermittently, but almost always several times a day. always from a stopped position. 2.When you are turning left (going across the oncoming lane) you hit the gas pedal and nothing happens for 2-3 seconds and then it shoots of
- • Throttle lag on acceleration from a stop. More than 2 second delay
“Merging into a highway vehicle lost power. Wouldn’t accelerate above 50 mph. Had multiple warning come on the dash, power lost, hybrid system failure, park daisy failure. Turned my hazards on a proceeded to safety. Definitely nerve racking, wouldn’t want this to happen when merging lanes in fa”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2023 Toyota TUNDRA
Based on 64 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 28K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.
FUEL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL
ENGINE
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred. This vehicle is under 5 years old, so most of the fleet hasn't accumulated high mileage yet — low-mileage peaks reflect fleet age, not necessarily premature failure.
Recalls (13)
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2023 Tundra pickup trucks equipped with non-skid spray-on bed liners. The load carrying capacity modification label may indicate less weight than the actual total weight of accessories installed on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GST will mail replacement labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2023. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R2.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2023 Toyota TUNDRA
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
5-Year Gas Price History
EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → todaySource: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2023 Toyota TUNDRA
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Toyota TUNDRA Service Intervals
0W-20 synthetic oil recommended. ToyotaCare covers first 2 years / 25K miles of scheduled maintenance for new vehicles. Hybrid battery: 10 yr / 150K miles warranty.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Toyota New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
Hybrid battery is 10yr/150K miles for 2020+ hybrids. ToyotaCare (2yr/25K miles complimentary maintenance) is included.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 575 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: Merging into a highway vehicle lost power. Wouldn’t accelerate above 50 mph. Had multiple warning come on the dash, power lost, hybrid system failure, park daisy failure. Turned my hazards on a proceeded to safety. Definitely nerve racking, wouldn’t want this to happen when merging lanes in fa
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐TRANSMISSION: Throttle lag on acceleration from a stop. More than 2 second delay
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: Throttle lag on acceleration from a stop. More than 2 second delay
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: 2023 TOYOTA TUNDRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE TONNEAU COVER. THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING A REFUND OF $1350 TO REPURCHASE AN AFTERMARKET TONNEAU COVER.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 13 recalls have been completed — free at any Toyota dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Toyota TUNDRA — Year Comparison
How does 2023 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 575
- Recalls
- 13
- Fire reports
- 9
- Crash reports
- 9
- Injury reports
- 4
- Segment avg
- 154
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