2016 Toyota Tundra problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 119 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Toyota Tundra, filed between 2015-12-07 and 2026-07-23. The most common problem areas are the service brakes (34, 29%), electrical system (26, 22%) and structure (21, 18%). Owners reported 2 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2016 Toyota Tundra complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 34 | 29% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 26 | 22% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 21 | 18% | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 15 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 15 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 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: 34 complaints
- 34 complaints of 119 (29%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 5 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Electrical system: 26 complaints
- 26 complaints of 119 (22%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 6 of them also name the exterior lighting; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Structure: 21 complaints
- 21 complaints of 119 (18%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- Owners reported 3 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2016 Toyota Tundra; the recall, campaign 17V051000, says: “In the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket may be damaged but not be noticed.”
Exterior lighting: 15 complaints
- 15 complaints of 119 (13%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 6 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
Steering: 7 complaints
- 7 complaints of 119 (6%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2016 Toyota Tundra; the latest, campaign 21E103000, says: “The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 6 complaints
- 6 complaints of 119 (5%) 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 2016 Toyota Tundra covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 5 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names TUNDRA, model year 2016. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2016 Toyota Tundra recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Tundra?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2016 Toyota Tundra's most common problem areas are the service brakes (34 of 119 complaints), electrical system (26 of 119 complaints) and structure (21 of 119 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2016 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA has 119 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Toyota Tundra, including 2 reported crashes.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Toyota Tundra's problems?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2016 Toyota Tundra; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.