Federal safety data shows 6 recalls and 76 complaints for the 2017 Toyota Tundra, a moderate safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

17V8310002017-20-12

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

17V3110002017-11-05

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

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. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.

Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V9200002021-23-11

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

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.

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

View all 6 recalls

21E1030002021-23-12

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

17V0510002017-24-01

STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

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). In the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket may be damaged but not be noticed.

If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.

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18V1230002018-20-02

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Tundra vehicles. One of the rear split bench seat leg brackets may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle's floor pan, possibly allowing the seat to move in a crash. A vehicle with an improperly tightened seat leg bracket could fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages," and 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."

If the rear split bench seat moves in a crash, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 76 issues reported over 1 model years, fuel/propulsion system problems are the most common for the 2017 Toyota Tundra. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Fuel/propulsion System11

02Electrical System,exterior Lighting11

03Service Brakes8

04Unknown Or Other7

05Electrical System6

76 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Tundra Fuel Economy

15–16mpg combined

13-15city

17-19hwy

$2,750-$2,900/yr

The 2017 Toyota Tundra delivers 15 to 16 MPG combined across 6 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Tundra 2WD - Automatic (S6)

16mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

15 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr2/10 Poor

Tundra 4WD - Automatic (S6)

16mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

14 city18 hwy~$2,750/yr2/10 Poor

Tundra 2WD - Automatic (S6)

15mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

13 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr2/10 Poor

Tundra 2WD FFV - Automatic (S6)

15mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

13 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr2/10 Poor

Tundra 4WD - Automatic (S6)

15mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

13 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr2/10 Poor

Tundra 4WD FFV - Automatic (S6)

15mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

13 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr2/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2017 Toyota Tundra

39States

32%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 17%, with options spread across 39 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

TXTexas

3,14617%

CACalifornia

1,5718%

FLFlorida

1,2337%

AZArizona

1,0476%

PAPennsylvania

8034%

GAGeorgia

6864%

COColorado

6393%

NCNorth Carolina

6133%

DEDelaware

5433%

DCWashington DC

4943%

MOMissouri

4663%

TNTennessee

4582%

NH414

MDMaryland

3952%

UTUtah

3902%

OKOklahoma

3702%

WAWashington

3682%

OROregon

3652%

NYNew York

3422%

ALAlabama

3402%

ILIllinois

3392%

OHOhio

2872%

MN253

NJ227

MA225

MI222

NV210

RI201

IN184

AR148

WI138

VA137

SC135

ME128

LA124

KY109

ID95

VT94

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

Buying a 2017 Toyota Tundra?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2017 Toyota Tundra a good car to buy?

The 2017 Toyota Tundra has its strengths and its watch-outs. 6 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report fuel/propulsion system as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Toyota Tundra?

There are 6 documented recalls for the 2017 Toyota Tundra. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 Toyota Tundra?

You'll get between 15 and 16 MPG combined from the 2017 Toyota Tundra, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2017 Toyota Tundra?

Out of 76 owner complaints, fuel/propulsion system issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.