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2011 Toyota Tundra problems
Owners filed 134 complaints about the 2011 Toyota Tundra with NHTSA between Aug 2011 and Mar 2026. The most-cited component is engine (35).
Complaints
134
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
6
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
5
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
Complaints by component
One complaint can cite several components
- Engine35
- Electrical system21
- Steering19
- Power train18
- Fuel/propulsion system15
- Structure11
- Service brakes10
- Vehicle speed control9
- Air bags6
- Suspension5
- Electronic stability control (esc)5
- Exterior lighting3
- Wheels2
- Latches/locks/linkages2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 27, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
When complaints were filed
Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
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| Model year | Complaints filed per calendar year |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.
Top problems in owners’ words
Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first
Engine
35 reports
“The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine waning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed of secondary error in the injection system caused by water intrusion. The contact was also informed that there was a recall on the vehicle however, the vehicle had exceeded the mileage limitation. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 219,000.”
Electrical system
21 reports1 crash
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Tundra. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 147,497, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 275,143.”
Steering
19 reports1 crash2 related recalls
“The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving 40-50 MPH downhill, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, there was an oil leak on the passenger's side of the steering gear onto the ground. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the destination without power steering functionality. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the steering rack had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the steering rack replacement could not be covered under warranty due the part number. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21E103000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 121,000.”
Power train
18 reports2 crashes1 related recall
“The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a red traffic light, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence and remained at the residence for further investigation. In addition, a local independent mechanic was contacted, and the contact was informed that the failure was possibly related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V254000 (Power Train). The local dealer was contacted; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 174,000.”
Fuel/propulsion system
15 reports
“THE SECONDARY AIR INJECTION PUMPS ARE DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE SHUTDOWN AND REDUCED SPEED DRAMATICALLY WHILE IN OPERATION. I WAS DRIVING 55 MPH AND THE ENGINE SUDDENLY LOST POWER.”
Structure
11 reports
“Extensive rust and rot of entire frame, and undercarriage. The truck bed unsafe to walk on has several soft spots almost broken through, gas tank holder rusted out- worry about gas tank dropping from frame, tow hitch and rear bumper rot etc. Side step fell off. Toyota has a Service Campaign and Warranty Enhancement Program for Tundra but not this year- built 9/2010 San Antonio but listed as 2011 model on VIN. I am original registered owner and have never been contacted about this factory failure use of inferior untreated frame materials but learned about it from internet research. Would like my vehicle covered under current Service Campaign.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 27, 2026
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.