The 2018 Toyota Tundra's elevated safety profile includes 9 recall campaigns and 96 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

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.

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20V0120002020-13-01

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, 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.

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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.

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18V6850002018-04-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may erroneously detect a fault during the vehicle start-up self check. If this occurs, the ECU may not deploy the airbags as intended, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 214, "Side Impact Protection."

If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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18V1220002018-20-02

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles. Electrical interference within the power supply circuit may cause the vehicle's electronic stability control system to be deactivated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system can increase the risk of a crash in certain conditions.

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21V6880002021-02-09

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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.

An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.

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20V4100002020-15-07

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Toyota Tundra vehicles equipped with LED headlight assemblies. Due to a wiring error, the front turn signals may not flash brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

If the turn signals or hazard lamps do not flash brightly enough, other drivers may fail to see that the turn signal or hazard lamp functions have been activated, increasing the risk of a crash.

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18V7110002018-11-10

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra vehicles. The accessory all-weather floormats may have been counted twice when creating the load carrying capacity modification label, resulting in the capacity modification label incorrectly overstating the additional weight by 10 pounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Since the incorrect label is not within 1% of the additional weight, the vehicles are not compliant with the FMVSS.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Toyota Tundra has accumulated 96 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with fuel/propulsion system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Fuel/propulsion System14

02Service Brakes9

03Electrical System5

04Engine4

05Steering4

96 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Tundra Fuel Economy

14–16mpg combined

13-15city

17-19hwy

$2,750-$3,150/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2018 Toyota Tundra ranges from 14 to 16 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

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 4WD FFV - Automatic (S6)

15mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

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

Tundra 4WD - Automatic (S6)

14mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2018 Toyota Tundra

39States

32%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 17% of listings are there. But with 39 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

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 2018.

2018 Toyota Tundra: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2018 Toyota Tundra a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2018 Toyota Tundra. There are 9 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Toyota Tundra?

Yes, 9 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2018 Toyota Tundra?

Fuel economy ranges from 14 to 16 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $469 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2018 Toyota Tundra?

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM problems top the list with 96 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2018 compare to other Toyota Tundra years?

Each Toyota Tundra model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Toyota Tundra overview page.