2003 Model Year

Toyota Tundra

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
394
Recalls
1
Crashes
26
Severe
41

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

09V444000 Nov 2009

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Structure
Apr 2026

There was a recall for the frame rusting out prematurely. Toyota had the recall until 2012. I did not own the truck then and it did not get fixed....

Structure
Feb 2026

The frame is bad on driver and passenger side between the cab and bed. Auto body tech states there is no good metal to make the necessary repairs (we...

STEERING,SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
Feb 2026

The frame was not professionally undercoated and is actively falling apart. Super unsafe to drive.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2025

I have a 2003 Toyota Tundra with a Rusted out frame, I have called Toyota with no help from them as it was Sorry its your problem.. I need Help Toyota...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 2025

Frame Corrosion: There was originally a customer service campaign for 2000-2003 Toyota Tundra’s for frame corrosion that was extended under administra...

STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 2025

I need to have rear shock replaced. They found that the bracket holder rusted thru . Shock was fine . The Rear frame corrosion and separation, spare t...

Brakes
Jun 2025

Well I finally paid off my 2003 Toyota Tundra and I wanted to really just get a really good tune up when I say really go I mean oil change spark plug...

Structure
Jun 2025

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while in the process of selling the vehicle, the potential buyer inspected the subframe and...

SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 2025

Frame rusted out causing gas tank to fall off truck while driving. Was sparking while trying to pull of to a safe spot on highway, tank was hanging on...

Structure
Mar 2025

The 2003 Toyota Tundra is known for severe frame rot due to improper rust protection, which led to a major safety recall. The excessive corrosion can...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2003 Toyota Tundra has 394 complaints and 1 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Structure. 26 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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