2015 Toyota Tundra problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 48 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Toyota Tundra, filed between 2015-01-16 and 2026-08-09. The most common problem areas are the service brakes (8, 17%), electrical system (7, 15%) and fuel/propulsion system (7, 15%). Owners reported 2 crashes and 1 fire in these complaints. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Toyota Tundra complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 8 | 17% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 10% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 6% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 4% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Service brakes: 8 complaints
- 8 complaints of 48 (17%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Electrical system: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 48 (15%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 3 of them also name the exterior lighting; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 48 (15%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Exterior lighting: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 48 (10%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Air bags: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 48 (6%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Engine: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 48 (6%) name the engine.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 4 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names TUNDRA, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Toyota Tundra recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota Tundra?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Toyota Tundra's most common problem areas are the service brakes (8 of 48 complaints), electrical system (7 of 48 complaints) and fuel/propulsion system (7 of 48 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA has 48 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Toyota Tundra, including 2 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Toyota Tundra's problems?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2015 Toyota Tundra; 0 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.