repaired · 2023 Q4
Steering: hydraulic power assist system
Risk. An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Toyota TundraProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 85 owner complaints about the 2013 Toyota Tundra, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-311 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 15, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: User3204, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Toyota Tundra has problems
85 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
23Engine3 crash/fire/injury
13Fuel/propulsion system
11Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
10Steering
7Structure1 crash/fire/injury
5Seat belts
5Wheels
4Service brakes
4Air bags
177 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 13 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 1 |
| Steering | 10 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 5 | 1 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 |
| 7 other systems | 17 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2013 Toyota Tundra recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. If the lug nuts loosen, or the wheel studs fracture, the wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Other: labels
Risk. An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires.
Show 1 more recall
no report yet
Frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk. If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Toyota.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Tundra year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Tundra median. How we score
'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Toyota Tundra safety ratings
2013 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (19.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Toyota Tundra, and the recalls they led to.
- Electrical overstressLed to recall 20V-024
In owners' words
What Tundra owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Mechanic stated that the secondary air injection system is a common problem in this generation of Tundra.. I have had my check engine light come on 3 different times and addressed each by replacing all the sensors to the secondary air injection system. My mechanic is a Toyota dealer mechanic. My…
Cam tower leaks oil on the heat shield below it. Cam tower uses rtv rubber seal instead of a gasket. The rubber deteriorates and the cam tower leaks engine oil on the heat shield. Not clear why Toyota used form in place rubber material instead of real gasket. Repair however is major. Need to take…
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle and steering wheel started shaking. The contact pulled over safely and inspected the vehicle and noticed there was power steering fluid leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an…
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