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2018 Toyota Tundra

Electrical and brake complaints lead the 2018 Toyota Tundra

Of 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the electrical system is the most reported area at 26 reports (26%), and it carries the highest safety flags of any category with 2 fires and 1 crash. Service brakes are close behind at 22 reports (22%), including 2 crashes and 1 injury. Fuel/propulsion (16, 16%), vehicle speed control (14, 14%), and electronic stability control (13, 13%) round out the top issues, none with a reported crash or fire except ESC's single crash. Buyers should pay closest attention to the electrical system and brakes.

Most reported areas

Electrical System safety 26%
The most reported area: 26 reports (26%), and the most safety-flagged, with 2 fires and 1 crash among them. Verify the electrical system thoroughly before buying.
Service Brakes safety 22%
The second most reported area: 22 reports (22%), including 2 crashes and 1 injury. Test the brakes carefully and have them inspected before buying.
Fuel/Propulsion System0 16%
16 reports (16%), with no crashes or fires reported. Worth a check during a test drive, especially how the truck accelerates.
Vehicle Speed Control0 14%
14 reports (14%), with no crashes or fires reported. A moderate concern to keep in mind during a test drive.
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) safety 13%
13 reports (13%), including 1 crash. The smallest of the top issues, but confirm the stability control warning lights behave normally.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 99 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.