These Are The FACTS About The Toyota Tundra Engine Recall 

Every original tundra owner who bought new should get a lifetime engine warranty. PERIOD!!!

The problem is everyone who owns one of these has lost thousands in resell value now. There is no way I would ever take a chance on buying one of those used.

70k for lemons, they should recall the price too 😂

That’s all good that there’s gonna be a better Toyota Tundra later down the road. But that still don’t help the fact that I paid over $70,000 for a truck that’s a piece of shit and that’s supposed to be ok. If Toyota is so good about everything they should give everybody their money back that they spent on these trucks. I’m not a happy camper at all.

It’s not metal shavings. The Lexus engines are built in Japan. This manufacturing problem spans multiple countries? Bullshit. The problem is a design flaw. It’s a bad design. Get out of these trucks as fast as you can while dealerships will still take them.

One thing for sure. Toyota is giving the heads up by advising the owners of the recall on the tundra. Unlike Chevrolet/GM, they are not telling the public about the transmission problems on their silverado. My respect to toyota.

What's going on is Toyota is charging ridiculous prices for substandard quality vehicles.

Ill add that this is the equivalent of "we've investigated ourselves, and we've found nothing wrong".

Toyota should just do a life time warranty on this engine if they really think it was just manufacturing debris thing cough 😷 cough bullshit!!!! Thank you for all your information sir 🙏🏽

I have a 2022 TRD offroad and my VIN is on the list of affected vehicles. I have an occasional rough idle and the truck has stalled a few times. I have no idea if those issues are related but I sure don't have a good feeling about this. If I don't get a new engine I will be ditching that truck and buying something else and I will probably never buy another Toyota.

I bought a 2022 Tundra...traded an incredible Dodge 3500 for it. I screwed up. Just tried today, after way too many recalls with the last two recalls being quite major, and all the dealership would offer is KBB of $40k.....total BS. I expected Toyota to pitch in something. I have owned two other first year trucks, the Ford EcoBoost AND the Titan (I think in 2005), and both did have a couple recalls, but nothing like what I have dealt with on this truck. Add to it a ton of the small plastic pieces have broken or fallen off.....

Free unlimited short blocks for everyone! until your warranty wears out, that is...

I believe I speak for many: Toyota you are on notice with how you handle this engine safety recall. Toyota has to treat the recallees as Lexus customers and provide loaners for the duration of the new engine swap (not engine rebuilds). Anything less and Toyota will loose our business period! I am beside myself thinking the powertrain isn’t rock solid as had thought, now thinking it could be a huge boat anchor if Toyota mishandles this serious recall.

no shade the new gen truck, but i am sooo happy i bought my v8 '21 tundra trd pro..

So Toyota knew there was problems in early 2022. They kept on making the trucks and selling it at high price. I'm kind of happy I sold my 22 after a month and a half. Good luck to you all.

Nothing wrong with having an optimistic attitude, but the facts are that Toyota drop the ball and will lose loyal customers for years to come. Toyota was a reliable vehicle brand, but taking short cuts on quality and raising the price on this poor quality product will hurt them for many years. I hope one day I would feel confident enough to reconsider buying a new Tundra. For now, my new HD 2500 6.6 Gas will work.

The problem is that they’re charging insane prices for these trucks that have tons of problems.

Any bearing damage is too much bearing damage... I would want a brand new engine if my truck was involved in this recall, at the very least I would want a transferable extended warranty on the engine for 150,000 miles plus free oil and filter changes every 4,000 miles, that way they can't deny a claim for lack of proper maintenance.

Toyota has been building engine for almost 80 years, why only happen on V6 twin turbo ?US made Tundra and Japan made LX600 came from 2 different manufacturing facilities, I don’t believe it is debris caused, it is more like design flaws to me.

Unfortunately Toyota does not give a sh... about you and your happiness. My 2007 Limited was sent to my local Toyota dealer for the frame recall, they didn't replace it, just sprayed CRC on. I noticed the job started flaking off only weeks after it was done and revealed still completely rusty frame underneath it, which makes me also assume they do not completely clean/treat it before spraying. I've complained to the dealer as well as to the Toyota Corporate and nothing had been done. Before I had a 1995 T100 4x4 for 27 years and it never disappointed my whatsoever. These days Toyota absolutely SUCKS so please don't say loud, it will do everything to make you happy !

I got rid of my 23 immediately after the recall (it was on the list) in exchange for a slightly older Tacoma. I took a loss but the experience so far was just crap: -I was promised a second key within a month and it took 7. -The gas tank can catch on fire but we'll fix it some other time -My trial membership failed after two months and they couldn't figure it out without me constantly pestering them and taking time off to sit with them... Now the engine main bearing? All this new technology leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I hope it works out better for all of you.

so the people with the hybrids got a bad engine but no recall

I'm so glad we have a youtube video to read a website for us.

I’m stuck in the spot of “I don’t have any issues and more than likely my tundra will be fine” and “is it worth taking a chance” . More than likely, most people who have a new Gen tundra will be fine but it’s the fact that we all paid a lot of the truck and this recall *seems* like a bigger deal. Buying any new generation vehicle is a risk, but I’ve always trusted Toyota. Kinda annoying but again, I feel like it’ll be fine ? 🤷🏽‍♂️

I am glad they issued this recall since my warranty is up. At least i am covered under the recall.

Where is Mike? Mike Sweers made a lot of videos when the 3rd generation came out and the press lapped it up. Feel like he needs to make a video now detailing all of the issues.

Appreciate your time on this. Nice to see the facts in one concise presentation. While I drive a Tacoma and not a Tundra I am always interested in what is going on with Toyota in general. I have been with them since 2006. I simply can't get behind any other company since then. I was due for a new truck now and jumped right on the new 2024 Tacoma. While much of the truck is all new, here again, I have faith in this company and how they do things. For the Tundra owners out there I would be concerned but again, have faith they will take care of you. Unfortunately, this is a complex and costly situation. I would want an answer right away too but it is complicated. I wish the Tundra owners good luck and to have a bit more patience. Again Thanks TundraDude34 for the video.

I’m driving a 2000 Tahoe w/ 63k original miles. Paid cash when purchased. Looks brand new still. Runs and drives perfect, leather still fresh, cold a/c, 65% left on brakes. All stock. Only repair: fuel pump, EGR valve and Michelins.

Im so glad I was able to get a '21 Platinum 5.7 right at then end of the 2021 year when all the new TTV6 trucks were hitting the lot. Im sure Toyota will do the right thing and take care of their customer base. They know how loyal we can be when we have a vehicle that we dont have to worry about breaking down randomly.

How can U tow a travel trailer in high summer temps on long camping trips with family and dog(s) and feel comfortable doing so??

Are you kidding me the new tundra is junk. It's has to much plastic ,It looks horrible. The engine isn’t the only problem. A recall for a blown engine. You can’t admit it that from 2022 to 2024 these trucks are junk .

Yea they could be like GM and act like the AFM problems and many others do not exist and not recall it

Mark, here Cesar from Tucson AZ. I am waiting for my 2024 GX550 anytime now, should I be worried because all this problem? The info says that it was built in April 2024. Do you think that Lexus already check these GX’S before they are shipped to dealerships?

Mark excellent video. Thank you for going over in detail this information. I agree with you 100% !

Ty for the info, all the doom and gloom click bait is getting annoying. Loving my 24 lunar rock tundra. 🤘

I hate to admit it, but I trust Toyota. I certainly trust them more than any other car company. I have a 22 old school Lexus GX and a 24 LX, so I’m potentially impacted. The twin turbo v6 in the lx is outstanding. Very powerful and torquey. At the end of the day, books are written about Toyota manufacturing and attention to quality. Toyota seems to issue a recall in a pro active manner while others try to avoid it. I think it’s because of Toyota’s reputation for quality that is so very important to them and they try to protect that reputation. Time will tell.

How long do you think a tundra being build today with be on the dealer lots? Asking bc I’m assuming that the newest build tundras will have the least amount of issues.

Thanks for this! I hadn't had a chance to read this report yet. My 23 Tundra ( that is apart of the recall ) went into the dealer May 23rd after stalling at 65mph, and would immediately stall at restart. I love the truck, but it's been tough getting any information from the dealership on what's going on. Just lots of questions back and forth.

As a Toyota fan boy, you sound like you are sucking up to Toyota. Just stop. I don’t think you understand what most people are feeling about the new Toyota. It is not about the new gen vehicles. It is how they are doing it. Charging $10-15k over what it should have cost, and using cheapest labor and parts resulting in below standard QC. This is the new Toyota, that old Toyota culture you remember is gone. It is about maximizing profit with lowest cost as possible at the expense of you. The reason why people are buying new Tundra is because they are discounting over $10k off msrp and people that have no clue or People like you are buying them right up. This recall is only good thing they have done so far. Now we shall see where it will end up. This is a huge reality check for Toyota and hopefully they learn from their mistakes.

Does this affect 2024 Versions? I have a 2024 Tundra 4x4 Limited, no hybrid. Wondering if I need to be concerned.

Minus the build date is there another way to determine if the 2024 (built in late 23) does not have this engine as stated in the document?

Mark, I admire your loyalty! I leased my 2024 TRD OR Limited Crewmax on May 18. I was skeptical do this as I was reading and seeing the problems people were having. But after watching one of your videos and thinking “YOU CAN’T believe everything on the internet” I went ahead with the lease. Also a little push from my wife, I got the truck. 12 days later I see the recall and my heart sank. I’m hoping my truck will be a reliable vehicle. My truck was manufactured 3/24. With that date and the current publication that came out, I may be out of the woods, time will tell.

It's a safety recall only, so the hybrid models that can maintain enough power to safely pull over and stop are still affected, but not recalled. BIG PROBLEM! Recalled will probably get more benefits long term like extended warranty and engine replacements, etc...

Thanks for being a voice of reason. As a multiple Toyota vehicle owner I believe in the reliability and this is why I purchased the 2024 Tundra. Inconvenience is just that, but as long as issues arise and they'll stand by the product I'll stand by Toyota.

I had my ‘22 SR5 TRD Off Road in for my 30K service today at Holman Toyota. I asked my advisor if they’ve had any Tundras in for bearing failure and small block replacement. He said they’ve done none to date. I’ve had no issues and 30,200 miles in less than 2 years.

I wonder now, if more people will start changing their oil after the first 1,000 miles after purchasing a new vehicle. I've always had my oil changed after the first 1,000 miles and, I've been driving for 65 years. I've bought two new Toyota's in the last 3 years, a tacoma, TRD off road, and this last January, a off road premium, 4runner. With each of these vehicles, I had to literally, argue, with the Toyota service manager, to have my oil changed. The two, different managers told me, "no need to do that anymore, that's old school". I insisted anyway.

I agree on all these regulations.The start/stop ,the running on only a few cylinders are all engine killers in my opinion.All for very minimal mpg gain if any.

I have a 2023 Tundra with the staying in neutral recall. Is that a big deal?

It’s a new model… manufacturing problems are going to happen. There’s probably 30k parts or more in a modern pickup it takes time. The 5.7 was very far from perfect when it came out.. Very Expensive Air injection pump failures widespread.

Nice report Tundra34, and you presented it well! Good Job!!

Thanks for the in-depth information, definitely made me feel better. Looks like mine made the cut.

I believe Toyota will make me hole in the long run. I love my new truck it’s been very reliable.

Thank you for Being positive! I just bought a 2024 Tundra Limited v-6 twin Turbo. It's awesome. I'm on a 4500 mile trip and no issues. Thanks again

Good information thank you Tundra Dude. It was pretty funny to see guys with RU-vid channels who drive stellantis products bashing toyota reliability 😂 Toyota will make mistakes but they will always have their customers backs during big issues like this. Best thing you can do for any vehicle is a break in oil change at 700-1000 miles and a second at 3000 and then regular changes at 5000. It's interesting to hear whiny people complain about this when the alternative is allowing manufacturing debris to destroy your engine.

Damn .... there's some very low milage used 3rd gen Tundra's in Las Vegas for very low $40k. on car gurus.

Thanks for info brother

I love my 23 tundra SR. !! I believe its out of the scope of time Toyota is looking at, but we’ll see if i get the letter. Thx for the video. And great job on the report 👍

I just wanted to say thank you for investigating this issue Toyota is having and I agree with you when it comes to Toyota backing up their customers thank you Mark for doing this tundra dude 34 u tube page keep up the great work

Agreed. Thanks for the information.

Have 3 Toyota products in the garage - love ‘em all!! Have vacillated on adding a 4th b/w 2nd & 3rd gen Tundra. This pretty much sealed that decision…’21 all the way👍🏻👍🏻

I have the 2023 SR5 built in June 2023. Bought it July 2023. 16,000 with 5000 miles oil change interval. Running great.

Whew, mine missed the recall by 10 days.

Hey Mark, here George from Miami.......I do believe your word about Toyota want us to be happy, I owned bunch of them, the thing that really bugs me is how TOyota handle the situation from the beginning and every morning when I see my Wife 2023 Sequoia or my 24 Tundra in my drive way make me feel like I want to go back to the toilet and shit again, does not make me sleep better the matter that the Hybrids or 24 models aren't included (obvious reason because will have to stop sales immediately), is a broken relationship that still salvageable only if Toyota do the right thing FOR EVERYBODY, from now on every little problem will be exposed in all social media , still hope Toyota set an example of doing the right thing, not a block.....a crate engine and extended warranty maybe suffice but it will be far from being a NEW vehicle....Thanks Mark TD34 you raise my love for Toyota a little bit.

My 2024 Limited was made in March 2024 so I hope mine avoids any issues. I have experienced none of the issues I keep reading about online from the internet doomsdayers. My seat hasn't cracked, my brakes don't squeal, my radio knob is intact, no squeaking from the bed, and no unexpected wind noise on the highway. I love it when people complain about the fact that it doesn't ride like a car then turn around complain that it isn't "truck-like" enough.

Engine shavings sticking to the main bearings? How about unintented damaging torque introduced to the bearings due to the ladder design? Dont gun the engine either way

Possibly gmc denali. I've had 11 tacomas and 1 tundra. I've been a toyota guy since 1997. I just think the prices and quality have horrifically decreased. I don't trust any v6 turbo motor or v4 turbo. Too many things can go wrong with it. You did a good job explaining the recall. I know new motors and new changes will have issues, but I've seen quality decreased with toyota.

I bought my 2023 dc Trd OF on 02/02/2023. So my vehicle will be getting a new motor? I’ve got 29k on it now.

This seems like a tough one for Toyota. Seems if they don't replace the engine, they'll need to put a lifetime warranty on the engine/trans for those who bought new with this potential problem. At lease Toyota is being transparent and is ahead of the curve to make things right.

It would be nice to see a root cause analysis from an independent 3rd party on this issue. I took delivery of my 2023 Tundra in mid-July of 2023 so maybe it's not affected. I appreciate you sharing this information and your reviews.

I know that the Titan is being discontinued, but Nissan still has its naturally aspirated V8 engine. I just wish that Toyota would have pushed back on those unreasonable government standards.

My theory is that it has to do with the cast iron bearing caps embedded in the aluminum ladder frame or the new non resin coated metallic bearings themselves. My theory is that the differential thermal expansion of aluminum vs iron is causing the bearing caps to "move" out of tolerance. It starts with just a little play, but that increases over time (just like a small leak always increases over time). Machining debris doesn't explain why the FRONT main bearings are disproportionately effected. Its the ladder frame design. Solution: maybe go back to resin coating? Maybe lose the cast iron caps - stick with 1 material with 1 thermal expansion rate? Thoughts?

People that are saying they are leaving Toyota, haven't been around Toyota long enough. They will fix this and look, they are being proactive in a voluntary recall. As well, this was a manufacturing issue that they have remedied, not a design flaw.

Does the Toyotal Recall VIN Lookup work for this recall? In other words, if you enter your VIN will affected vehicles show up yet? I entered mine in and it doesn't "pop up" as having been affected. Hope i'm not but thinking the site isn't updated yet.

I'm curious how many engine failures have been documented outside these manufacturing dates. Late 23 and 24 models...

Great info TD34

I've seen the dealership near me and it's looks full of Tundra's

I hope you are right brother ; I got a 2024 sequoia trd pro 4 months ago.

I have had my 2024 Tundra Limited for just over five months and love it. This is my fourth Tundra and I have owned about five other Toyotas. (Family vehicles) Only had problems with one which Toyota fixed. I was bummed when I heard about the recall. My vehicle isn’t included, however, it did have me worried. Your video actually helped me worry less. Thank you! I’ll put my Toyota “Fan Boy” hat back on. 😂

What’s the difference between a “field service report” and a “warranty claim?” Do both those items mean there was a reported failure?

When all of this is resolved, in another six years they are going to say this engine is reliable and bulletproof. Just like it happened with the V8 and its recalls when it came out.

Mark, I think you are being too positive about this issue. This gen Tundra has had a lot of quality issues (seat trim, wind noise, entertainment system issues…). Very unusual for a Toyota vehicle. This engine failure is awful. Dying in traffic is what caused them to do a recall. I do not think it was because it was the right thing to do. A short block being assembled by a tech at a dealer is not acceptable for these like new Tundra’s. All should receive complete crate motors.

Great job brother. Just love my 2022 tundra Iforce max. I a not worried about. Toyota is on it.

Also in the NHTSA documents for this issue is a provision for rental/alternative transportation reimbursement for those customers who don't feel safe driving their Tundra's until a remedy is identified. If I owned one and planned a long haul travel trailer vacation this summer, I would definitely look into it.

Thank you for this. It was very helpful. Still try to decide if I want to leave the brand I have supported for 45 years. My confidence is shattered. My Tundra is 2023 TRD Off-Road with almost all options, the TRD lift kit and a TRD Pro grill. I specced it to be my alternative to a TRD Pro when Dealers were charging over MSRP for the Pro. I have around 70k in it and it only has 8k miles on it. Currently, it is lighting up like a Christmas tree with warning lights. The dealer tells me is a sensor that is on backorder for three weeks. They said it is safe to drive, but now I wonder. It was manufactured in mid December so MAYBE it is ok but who knows. Even if they tell me it is ok, I will always be wondering "Is it?". When I get this sensor replaced, I am considering dumping it for another brand . I briefly considered a Tacoma but nixed it. I have just lost confidence in the brand and because of this fiasco our resell value is destroyed. Like @grandpasguitar6119 said below, I do not care about taking one for the team so there will be a better Tundra down the road. Toyota needs to make this right with each of us.

Love your perspective

Mark, Thanks for the update. I absolutely luv my 2022 Tundra. But it sucks that all these recalls and problems still keep coming. So I hate to say it but I'm on the fence. I was one of many that tracked this truck through the rail system and learned about the process of getting one delivered. I waited 3 months for this truck and even paid a little bit over invoice. I knew that a risk would be present in the turbo's that's why I purchased the Toyota Platinum warranty but since the turbo debacle and the fuel line and now the engine. What will Toyota do? Can they make it so my truck is worthy again? Do I stay or do I go? I put down a significant amount of money down and even paid over invoice. I am committed. This is my fourth Tundra since 2000. I feel like I was let down by Toyota. I will see what July brings and re-evaluate. Thanks again for the updates.

Nice breakdown. Seems like everyone is talking about it but not breaking it down.

Thank you for this video had to check the date of manufacture of my 2023 1794 - April only a couple months outside the window on this recall. Toyota knows its customers buy their vehicles due to its belief in its reliability. If only a few people can afford these outside of warranty they will loose lifetime customers.

Mentioning that the 5.7 had issues early on as well is where you’re going to lose most viewers. They like to ignore that part.

Thanks great info

I really like the look and interior of the 2022+ Tundras. Didn't expect I'd want one until I drove one. Unfortunately Im not confident im making a good purchase amidst thia recall. 😢

As a new owner of a 2024 Tundra, I’m worried but I’ve got faith in Toyota. It’s a new engine of course there’s going to be growing pains.

What about the 2024 models blowing up aswell?

I have a 24 built on 9/23. should be good

I was considering on waiting and getting a 22 Tundra but the price and no V8 was a big negative for me so I went with a 2021 Tundra TRD Pro. Bought it new in October of 2021 for MSRP and I love it. I get complements on it all the time. I feel like I dodged a bullet.

Wondering how many of these failures were due to the owners NOT changing the original Factory Oil after the first 1000 of break-in miles? I guess that will never be known and if that would have made any difference? What is concerning is that is a SAFETY Recall. I'm in the 'wait and see' mode.

I had heard about these issues, and because of these issues I decided to lease instead of buying recently. So glad I did.

Bought a Tundra a week before the recall. I’m fricking pissed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My main beef is that the iForce MAX engines aren't included just because it's not a 'safety' problem. Even though they are the exact same engine with the same problems, since it's not a 'safety' problem, they are being ignored. And the fact that none of the 2024 models are being included in the recall, even though there's a bunch of them having this same issue is very suspect.

So all tundra motors were built in Alabama? All lexus motors built in Japan? Is this the right assumption? I'm just a little confused about the two plants listed. I know the lexus is built in Japan but are the motors too? Or does Alabama ship to Japan? Anyways my 22 limited built in March of 22 just rolled 49k. This is a leased truck so I'm sitting pretty good either way I feel. I'm not gonna take hit besides paying for the overage on miles, drop the keys off and walk away, but I'll still be getting another tundra.