The 2021 Toyota Tundra's elevated safety profile includes 3 recall campaigns and 23 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

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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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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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Toyota Tundra has accumulated 23 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with seats leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Seats4

02Unknown Or Other3

03Visibility/wiper3

04Steering2

05Forward Collision Avoidance2

23 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Tundra Fuel Economy

14–15mpg combined

13city

17hwy

$2,900-$3,150/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2021 Toyota Tundra ranges from 14 to 15 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Tundra 2WD - Automatic (S6)

15mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-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 2021 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 2021.

2021 Toyota Tundra: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2021 Toyota Tundra a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2021 Toyota Tundra. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2021 Toyota Tundra?

Yes, 3 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 2021 Toyota Tundra?

Fuel economy ranges from 14 to 15 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $250 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2021 Toyota Tundra?

SEATS problems top the list with 23 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 2021 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.