2016 Model Year

Toyota Tundra

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
115
Recalls
1
Crashes
2
Severe
5

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

17V416000 Jun 2017

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Steering
Feb 2026

The steering rack internal seal inside the steering rack failed/ "blew" per mechanic and is leaking. I could lose my ability to steer at any time whi...

Steering
Dec 2025

The power steering went out during routine around-town driving. One moment it was steering fine, the next moment it became extremely difficult and slu...

Electrical System
Jul 2025

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while going through prior service paperwork found in the vehicle, he di...

Exterior Lighting
May 2025

My right front headlamp is getting moisture inside the headlamp assembly. It can be inspected any time. Chance that headlamp will not work. Did not ta...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,STRUCTURE
Mar 2025

I have had multiple incidents where the front hood bulge has blown off going down the interstate and nearly hit other cars. It’s not been worth buying...

Brakes
Feb 2025

The trailer brake controller went out. It does not supply electronic braking and the truck no longer recognizes the controller on the dashboard. Mul...

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 2025

The frame of the truck is extremely rusted. I am unsure if it can be fixed. It is available for inspection. This 2016 Tundra has 71,000 miles and i...

Engine
Nov 2024

Problem Parts?? At around 70,000 miles I was told that there was an engine oil leak ... camshaft area... and the engine needs to pulled out with a rep...

Structure
May 2024

Peeling paint. White paint is separating from primer on hood, and adjacent to windshield on a pillars and the leading edge if the roof.

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
May 2024

1)Over 60 MPH with new tires the vehicle pulses & shakes on front end, checked alignment everything OK per Mechanic. Just started to occur 2)Bluetooth...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2016 Toyota Tundra has 115 complaints and 1 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Brakes. 2 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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