Toyota · Tundra · 2026
2026 Toyota Tundra
0
Recalls
10
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2026 Toyota Tundra has no recalls and 10 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: engine,fuel/propulsion system (2 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 29, 2026
Research Context
The 2026 Toyota Tundra page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is engine,fuel/propulsion system with 2 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2026 Toyota Tundra currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 10 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are engine,fuel/propulsion system (2), unknown or other (2), vehicle speed control (2).
- Vehicle
- 2026 Toyota Tundra
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 10
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
19.8% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
10 totalSUSPENSION
Apr 10, 2026
While Driving at 75mph there was sudden violent shake of Truck and it was not until I reduced the speed to 55 that it stopped. Then it happened again for the second time in the same day. After a week it is still doing the same sporadic but the truck feels jumping. Took it to the ...
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 11, 2026
After stopping at a stop sign and waiting for a clearance, the truck did not respond to throttle input for what felt like 2-3 seconds. The temperature was about 80 degrees, and I had already been driving for 30 minutes when this happened.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 injuryFeb 5, 2026
While driving, the sunroof suddenly exploded without any external cause. The temperature at the time was approximately 42°F. The glass shattered throughout the interior of the vehicle, with pieces falling into my clothing and all over the cabin.I immediately contacted the dealers...
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ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 2, 2026
The engine in my 2026 Toyota Tundra has significant throttle delay/lag when its cold - even if I let it warm up - it still has significant delay in throttle response - the truck has poor light throttle response and then lurches (even with the most minute progressive throttle inpu...
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SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Feb 2, 2026
The Anti-Collision System / Automatic Braking System engages, even when turned off. This is a major safety hazard and nearly got me into an accident. With the ACS disengaged, poking the front end of the vehicle out into oncoming traffic while trying to merge, the vehicle locks...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 22, 2026
The tailgate remote operation is inconsistent. it usually does not work and the tailgate has to be lowered by randomly applying pressure in different spots. Nothing seems consistent. Once it opens then it may work a few times then goes back to not working. This is true regardless...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 24, 2025
Sometimes at a red light or stop sign, I go to take off and the truck will hesitate for a second or two. I press the pedal down aways and then it lurches and takes off slowly. Been happening regularly.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 19, 2025
The truck, randomly experiences hesitation, and or lag when pulling out from a dead stop. Twice it has been so bad as to nearly cause an accident. It also causes out of control acceleration as you don't know when if if the truck will actually accelerate or how much.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 17, 2025
There is an inconsistent lag in the response from the accelerator. It proves to be extremely unsafe when it occurs while trying to join traffic or cross traffic. A few times now this lag has nearly caused an accident where my vehicle would have been t-boned if the oncoming vehic...
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STEERING,STRUCTURE,WHEELS
Nov 25, 2025
According to Toyota, the 2022-2026 Tundra is compatible with 35x11.5 tires. These tires were installed by the dealer before my purchase. However, during turns, the tires heavily rub against the sway bar. This issue may be specific to the TRD upgrade package, which includes an upg...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Tundra have?
The 2026 Toyota Tundra has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2026 Toyota Tundra?
NHTSA has received 10 owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Toyota Tundra.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Toyota Tundra?
The 2026 Toyota Tundra received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Tundra?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2026 Toyota Tundra are engine,fuel/propulsion system (2 reports), unknown or other (2 reports), vehicle speed control (2 reports).
Does the 2026 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2026 Toyota Tundra. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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