NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Toyota Tundra Safety Ratings
The 2019 Toyota Tundra scores 76 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 9 recalls, and 71 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A recall record comprising nine distinct campaigns significantly impacts the 2019 Toyota Tundra, pulling its overall safety assessment into the Average band. The NHTSA Safety Index for this model year stands at 76/100. This is despite the Tundra's strong performance in crash testing, complemented by a perfect score for its installed collision avoidance technologies.
The 2019 Toyota Tundra holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100 and an NHTSA NCAP overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Toyota Tundra ranks 98 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 76 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 19.8% |
| Recalls on file | 9 |
| Owner complaints | 71 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 98 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Toyota Tundra?
The 2019 Toyota Tundra exhibits a clear pattern of defect issues that impacts its overall safety standing. Nine recall campaigns collectively yield only 5.25 out of 20 possible points for the defect record component, contributing to an overall Safety Index of 76 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. Of particular note are two separate recalls concerning the hydraulic power steering gear, alongside individual campaigns addressing headlight electrical circuits, LED turn signal circuits, and a broad fuel pump recall spanning multiple Toyota models. This cluster of steering and lighting related recalls significantly pulls down the vehicle's defect record score. In crash protection, the Tundra performs respectably, securing 61 out of 70 possible points. The side-crash test results are a highlight, earning 5 out of 5 stars. Frontal crash ratings and the rollover assessment both received 4 out of 5 stars. The rollover risk, at 20 percent with a No Tip dynamic result, is reasonable for a full-size pickup. Crash avoidance technology is a strength for the 2019 Tundra, achieving a maximum 10 out of 10 points due to standard equipment including forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Toyota Tundra perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Toyota Tundra earned an overall 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side crash protection achieved a perfect 5-star rating. Frontal impact and rollover resistance both received 4 stars, with the latter showing a 20 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" result in the dynamic test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13219
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Nine recall campaigns cover this model year. Documented components include hydraulic power steering gear assemblies (two separate campaigns), headlight electrical circuits, a fuel pump, and LED turn signal circuits tied to the headlight assembly. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is listed in the data provided, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM21V920000
Risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
Reported 2021-11-23
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS21V688000
Risk: An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.
Reported 2021-09-02
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V682000
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer
Reported 2020-11-04
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL20V410000
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the wire harness connected to the front turn signal bulbs free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB12/20TA12.
Reported 2020-07-15
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V012000
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
Reported 2020-01-13
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS19V244000
Risk: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.
Reported 2019-03-27
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS18V900000
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota has notified owners, and provided corrected load carrying capacity labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2019. The recall number is J08. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Reported 2018-12-19
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS18V711000
Risk: Since the incorrect label is not within 1% of the additional weight, the vehicles are not compliant with the FMVSS.
Remedy: All vehicle owners will be sent a corrected label. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0Z.
Reported 2018-10-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE18V685000
Risk: If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0X. Note: 18V-122 was superseded by this recall. The software remedy also includes the updates to the software for 18V-122.
Reported 2018-10-04
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Toyota Tundra?
Owners have filed 71 unverified complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown or Other issues (15 reports), the Fuel and Propulsion System (14), the Electrical System (13), Forward Collision Avoidance (11), and Service Brakes (9). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
71 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Toyota Tundra?
For the 2019 model year, the Tundra has nine recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Any shopper considering a used 2019 Tundra should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase to confirm which remedies have been completed by a dealership. This is a necessary step, not an optional one.
- Two separate NHTSA recall campaigns target the hydraulic power steering gear on this model year, meaning steering integrity is a documented concern specific to the 2019 Tundra's defect record.
- The headlight electrical circuit recall, covering 2018 to 2021 Tundra vehicles, means the 2019 model year sits squarely within a campaign where lights may lose power, a direct safety-lighting issue.
- The defect record sub-score of 5.25 out of 20 is the primary reason the Safety Index sits in the Average band rather than higher, despite strong crash-test and avoidance-tech scores.
- Forward Collision Avoidance is the fourth most frequently alleged complaint category with 11 unverified reports, notable given that the system scores a perfect 10 out of 10 in the avoidance-tech index component, which measures presence, not field performance.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Toyota Tundra places
The 2019 Toyota Tundra qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Toyota Tundra safety questions
Was the 2019 Toyota Tundra crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Toyota Tundra, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Toyota Tundra crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Toyota Tundra earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 19.8%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Toyota Tundra have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 9 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Toyota Tundra. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Toyota Tundra?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 71 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Toyota Tundra. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13219), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Toyota Tundra 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 98 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.