Toyota Tundra: common problems & condition

Cars inspectedreal pre-purchase inspections

61/100

Average conditionall cars we check: 60/100

47%

In good shape (60+)all cars we check: 52%

Across 47 used Toyota Tundras we inspected, this model scores about average — average condition 61/100 vs 60 for all cars we check. Every number on this page comes from real pre-purchase inspections — cars people were about to buy and paid an independent inspector to go through point by point, engine to underbody, paint depth to error codes. Not owner surveys, not warranty statistics, not forum lore: what we actually found.

Most common faults

Oil leaks · Engine

57%

Active error codes · Electronic equipment

36%

Fuel trim out of range · Engine

34%

Tire pressure monitoring system · Brakes and tires

34%

Fluid leaks · Steering (hydraulic power)

30%

Share of inspected Toyota Tundras where each item was flagged.

How they score

Excellent 17% Good 30% Mediocre 45% Poor 9%

Hidden history

What the seller might not mention — how often we find it on this model.

81%had a repainted or replaced panelall cars: 76%

2%showed structural repairall cars: 4%

2%had fault codes recently clearedall cars: 23%

What else does ~$27k buy? A used Toyota Tundra typically sells for around $26,973 — compare the odds of getting a good truck across every make at that budget. Compare →

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Other Toyota models we've inspected — or see the full Toyota profile.

Straight from recent Toyota Tundra reports

2024 Toyota Tundra · 59k mi — flagged: oil leaks, fuel trim out of range, air filters. Inspected Jun 18.

2011 Toyota Tundra · 195k mi — flagged: tires condition & wear, tire pressure monitoring system, worn suspension joints. Inspected Jun 16.

Is the Toyota Tundra reliable?

47% of the 47 we inspected scored 60/100 or higher, with an average of 61/100 — it scores about average.

What are the most common problems on a used Toyota Tundra?

The items we flag most often are oil leaks (57%), active error codes (36%), fuel trim out of range (34%). Have these checked before buying.

Should I worry about cleared fault codes?

On 2% of these cars the ECU codes had been erased shortly before sale, which can hide active faults. Ask for a diagnostic scan and start the engine from cold.

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Based on 47 inspections · updated Jul 12, 2026