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.
2020 Toyota TundraProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 48 owner complaints about the 2020 Toyota Tundra, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-688 the manufacturer reports only 69% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Toyota Tundra has problems
48 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Fuel/propulsion system
6Engine
5Steering
5Electrical system
4Power train
4Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
3Exterior lighting
3Structure
128 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 12 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2020 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 · 2024 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If the turn signals or hazard lamps do not flash brightly enough, other drivers may fail to see that the turn signal or hazard lamp functions have been…
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
2020 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Toyota Tundra safety ratings
2020 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: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Tundra owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle stalled and lost power at approximately 45 mph. Warning lights activated and "Not ready to drive" message was displayed. Vehicle has had 3 other similar episodes all resulting in the vehicle losing power at high speed. Vehicle was towed to local Toyota service dept. where they said it…
I ACCELERATED FROM A STOP MAKING A RIGHT TURN IN A NORMAL MANNER TO KEEP SAFELY IN FRONT OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC, I HAD NO POWER ALTHOUGH I KEPT PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR. MULTIPLE LIGHTS FLASHED ON THE DASH. I COASTED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. AFTER I STOPPED, ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH HAD GONE OUT…
UPON FILLING UP WITH FUEL AT VARIOUS FUEL STATIONS, WHEN THE PUMP SHUTS OFF AND IS REMOVED FROM THE FILLER NECK, FUEL BEGINS TO COME BACK OUT THE FILLER NECK AND POUR OUT ONTO THE VEHICLE AND GROUND. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 2000 MILES ON IT AND HAS DONE THIS FROM DAY ONE. THE SPILLS HAVE RANGED FROM A CUP…
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