Toyota issued its third engine recall for the 3rd-generation Tundra on May 26, 2026. NHTSA recall 26V320 covers 43,566 model year 2024 Toyota Tundra trucks equipped with the V35A twin-turbo V6. No remedy has been developed. Notification letters reach owners by July 6.
The first recall for the same defect, machining debris left in the engine block during manufacturing, was filed in May 2024. Two years and three NHTSA campaigns later, the root problem still doesn't have a complete fix.
What the Defect Does
Manufacturing debris inside the V35A engine can contaminate the crankshaft main bearings. When a bearing fails, it can cause engine knocking, rough running, stalling, or a failure to start altogether. Per NHTSA, a stall at highway speeds creates sudden loss of drive power and elevated crash risk.
This isn't a new failure mode. Toyota identified the same root cause in 2024. The concern with 26V320 is that 2024 model year trucks, a production year Toyota should have corrected the process for, are still coming out of the factory with the same contamination issue.
Three Campaigns, Same Root Cause
| Recall | Filed | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V381 | May 2024 | ~102,092 (2022-2023 Tundra, Lexus LX600) | Engine inspection; replacement if needed |
| 25V767 | Nov 2025 | ~126,691 (expansion of 24V381) | Postponed as of May 2026 |
| 26V320 | May 2026 | 43,566 (2024 Tundra) | Under development; letters by July 6 |
If you own a 2024 Tundra, your vehicle falls under 26V320. If you own a 2022 or 2023 Tundra, check your VIN against the prior two campaigns at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
What Owners Should Do Now
Call Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or search your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls. The database is live now. You don't need to wait for the July 6 letter.
The harder reality: the 25V767 recall (filed November 2025) still has no repair available as of May 2026. Some 2022 and 2023 Tundra owners have been waiting over six months since that filing with no fix scheduled. When the remedy does come, it involves significant engine work.
If your truck is already showing symptoms, engine knocking, reduced-power warnings, or rough running, don't wait for a letter. Go to your dealer and document everything in writing.
What It Means If You're Buying a Used 2024 Tundra
There are 2,583 used 2024 Tundra listings currently active, per CarScout data as of May 24. Mean mileage runs 31,465 miles. Prices span $17,980 to $83,012 depending on trim.
The recall covers all V35A-equipped 2024 Tundras. Check any specific VIN before assuming it's included or excluded. The Tundra iForce MAX hybrid uses the V35A paired with an electric motor; the recall filing targets V35A trucks, so confirm your VIN's status directly on NHTSA.gov rather than assuming either way.
On value: per KBB projections, a 2024 Tundra CrewMax is expected to depreciate 31% over three years. That's steep for a Toyota truck. Per Torquenews reporting, some dealers have stopped accepting 3rd-gen Tundra trade-ins on gas models, citing engine work with no repair date.
Two steps before buying: check the VIN on NHTSA.gov to confirm recall status, and ask for documentation of any prior recall work. A truck that's already been inspected and cleared is a different situation than one that hasn't been touched.
The Broader Context
The third-generation Tundra (2022-present) is a better truck than the one it replaced. The V35A makes more power and returns better fuel economy than the outgoing 5.7L V8. The interior is genuinely improved.
Three recalls. Three sets of owner notification letters. One manufacturing defect that Toyota hasn't fully closed across four model years. That's the context a buyer needs before spending $40,000 or more on one. For a full breakdown of what to look for across all 3rd-gen model years, including the prior recall history and which trims to avoid, see the complete 2022-2025 Tundra buyer's guide.
Q: How do I find out if my 2024 Tundra is part of recall 26V320? Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls or call Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. All 43,566 affected VINs are searchable now. Owner notification letters go out by July 6, 2026, but you don't have to wait for the letter to check.
Q: Should I buy a used 2024 Tundra with this recall open? The repair is at no cost once Toyota finalizes the remedy. The real question is timing: the second campaign (25V767) has been open since November 2025 with no fix available. Factor an unknown wait period into your offer. A truck with an open engine recall and no repair timeline should trade at a discount relative to a clean comparable.
Q: What if my engine fails before a fix is available? Document every symptom with your dealer in writing. If the truck becomes undriveable during an open recall period and no repair is available, you may have grounds under your state's lemon law. The core test, an unrepairable defect after a reasonable number of repair attempts, could apply. Consult a lemon law attorney if you're approaching or past 30 days out of service.
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