NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Toyota Tundra
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup truck aimed at buyers who need genuine hauling and towing capability without sacrificing everyday usability. Competing against the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado, the Tundra has long positioned itself as a rugged but refined choice in one of America's most competitive and consequential vehicle segments. From work-site haulers to family road-trippers, the Tundra draws a wide and loyal audience.
The 2022 Toyota Tundra earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 72 out of 100, an average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 13 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Toyota Tundra as a capable and well-rounded full-size pickup that delivers a composed driving experience for the segment. Most praise its build quality and powertrain refinement, though some note it trails segment leaders in certain technology and feature areas. Overall, professional opinion tends to land the Tundra as a solid, competitive choice rather than a class benchmark.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18966
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL25V767000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed December 16, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-433
Reported 2025-11-06
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V657000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the multimedia display software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB10 and 25TA10.
Reported 2025-10-01
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS25V322000
Risk: Reverse light failure may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both reverse light assemblies and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 23, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.
Reported 2025-05-15
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL24V381000
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between December 17, 2024 and February 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB07/24TA07 and 24LB04/24LA04.
Reported 2024-05-30
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION24V125000
Risk: Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA02 and 24LA02.
Reported 2024-02-21
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS23V757000
Risk: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23B.
Reported 2023-11-09
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS23V566000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install protective materials and a clamp on the fuel tube, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 6, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB09/23TA09.
Reported 2023-08-10
STRUCTURE:BODY23V142000
Risk: A tonneau cover that detaches while driving can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners of the subject vehicles will be notified by first class mail to return their vehicles to a Toyota dealer. Dealer will install new hardware (bolts, spacers, washers, nuts, rubber washers and cotter pins) to the existing bracket and tonneau cover. If the tonneau cover has tears or splits at the mounting holes to the extent that new hardware cannot be installed, it will be replaced with a new
Reported 2023-03-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL23V111000
Risk: A blank display will not show critical information such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the combination meter ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 17, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA02.
Reported 2023-02-22
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC22V661000
Risk: An electronic parking brake that cannot be engaged while in "park," may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the Skid Control ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 22TA11 and 22LA04.
Reported 2022-09-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE22V501000
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display the correct image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the parking assist ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA07.
Reported 2022-07-13
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT22V445000
Risk: Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle flange nuts, and replace any damaged axle-related components if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA05.
Reported 2022-06-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
413 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.