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.
2016 Toyota TundraProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 120 owner complaints about the 2016 Toyota Tundra, most often about the service brakes. 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 25, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Toyota Tundra has problems
120 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
34Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
26Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
21Structure3 crash/fire/injury
15Exterior lighting
7Steering
6Fuel/propulsion system
6Engine
5Power train
4Air bags
199 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 34 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 26 | 1 |
| Structure | 21 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 15 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| 9 other systems | 19 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2016 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
Air bags: knee bolster
Risk. The incorrect bolts may cause the air bag module to loosen over time, affecting the performance of the knee airbag, increasing the risk of injury during a…
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 · 2018 Q3
Body: bumpers
Risk. If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.
Show 1 more recall
repaired · 2017 Q4
Other: labels
Risk. An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Mileage at failure
When do service brakes problems start?
4kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 26 service brakes complaints. 100% were reported before 100,000 miles.
25under 30k miles26under 100k miles0100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2016 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
2016 Toyota Tundra safety ratings
2016 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 2WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (21.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2016 Toyota Tundra, and the recalls they led to.
- Electrical overstressLed to recall 20V-024
In owners' words
What Tundra owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The trailer brake controller went out. It does not supply electronic braking and the truck no longer recognizes the controller on the dashboard. Multiple on line chats and forums, along with my trailer provider, show awareness of this defect. Online individuals learned of the issue during emergency…
1)Over 60 MPH with new tires the vehicle pulses & shakes on front end, checked alignment everything OK per Mechanic. Just started to occur 2)Bluetooth when on iPhone will at any time cut out guaranteed to occur when using at any time been occurring for 2 + years. 3)Trailer brake warning light…
Bought a used 2016 Tundra, unaware of the massive problem they have with their intergrated brake controller, i feel they need to do something about this or reimburse the buyer for buying a aftermarket one to replace the factory unit. Its a very unsafe problem when pulling a trailer, I love the…
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