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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2007 Toyota Tundra cruise control problems
critical 52 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600 · see cruise control across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
52
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
9crashes
10injuries
2fatalities
When does it fail?
Of the 52 cruise control complaints filed for the 2007 Toyota Tundra, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 52 cruise control complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 12 model years of Toyota Tundra in our records for cruise control problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering cruise control on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding the outside door handles on certain 2008-2015 model year Sequoia vehicles and on certain 2007-2015 model year Tundra vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that one or more of the outside door handles exhibited an abnormal feeling, dragging, or sticking when used.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗As part of the settlement described above, Toyota will install Smart Stop Technology on the above listed model and model year vehicles. This feature will cut engine power in case of simultaneous application of both the accelerator and brake pedal at certain speeds and in certain driving conditions.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗On July 24, 2013, the settlement of claims for Economic Loss arising from allegations of unintended acceleration was approved. As part of the settlement Toyota will be launching the third phase of a Limited Service Campaign to install Smart Stop technology on March 31, 2014., for the following models:
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TOYOTA: ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY INFORMATION REGARDING THE INSPECTION, REMOVAL, AND INSTALLATION, IF LUBRICATION OR OIL, IS APPLIED.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2007 Tundra shows a multi-faceted acceleration problem pattern. Most prominent is sudden unintended acceleration: the truck accelerates to full throttle without driver input, the pedal gets stuck in the open position, and braking proves ineffective. Incidents range from 9,000 to 164,000 miles. Several owners report two or more occurrences and cite near-misses with other vehicles, crashed guardrails, and vehicle-to-vehicle collisions. One resulted in a fatal crash; another injured a passenger. Toyota issued two accelerator pedal recalls (09V388000 and 10V017000), but many owners report the problem persisted or worsened after repair. Dealers frequently claimed inability to reproduce the failure and refused further service.
A second major complaint involves sudden acceleration loss in the 40,000–60,000 mile range. The truck enters "limp mode," restricting speed to 40–50 mph, with check engine and VSC lights illuminating. Diagnostic codes P2440 and P2441 indicate secondary air injection failure. One owner's repair was repeated a year later when technicians discovered only one of two air-switching valves had been replaced the first time.
Post-recall, owners report the pedal became overly sensitive, developed excessive free play, stuck in the half-open position, or caused surging at idle—some calling the "fix" more dangerous than the original problem. Surging acceleration at low speeds and under air-conditioner load appears intermittent but persistent. A few incidents involved cruise control disengagement triggering uncontrolled acceleration, suggesting possible module involvement beyond pedal mechanics.
Same Toyota Tundra cruise control reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2008
Failure modes owners describe
Unintended acceleration—pedal stuck or unresponsive
Engine accelerates rapidly without driver input or in response to minimal throttle application. Pedal remains in open/floored position and does not return. Braking either ineffective or only partially slows the vehicle.
When: Across 9,000 to 164,000 miles; incidents reported from first 6 months of ownership through later years
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle accelerates rapidly to full throttle despite foot off gas; Accelerator pedal drops to floor or gets stuck in open position; Brake pedal pressed but vehicle continues accelerating; Engine RPMs spike uncontrollably; may hit rev limiter; Cruise control involved in some incidents; others occur with cruise off; Driver must shift to neutral or cut ignition to regain control
Repairs/costs cited: Accelerator pedal replaced or shortened under recalls 09V388000 and 10V017000. Some dealers removed floor mats or blamed aftermarket mats. Multiple owners report failures continued or worsened after recall repairs.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recalls 09V388000 and 10V017000 issued for accelerator pedal. Many owners report repairs were delayed or unavailable. Toyota blamed aftermarket floor mats in some cases despite mats being removed or secured. Dealers often could not reproduce failures and refused further service.
Acceleration loss / limp mode—secondary air injection failure
Vehicle suddenly loses acceleration ability, enters limp mode, and is restricted to 40–50 mph. Multiple warning lights illuminate (check engine, VSC off, 4-wheel drive low, traction control). Diagnostic codes P2440 or P2441 point to secondary air injection system.
When: Typically 40,000–60,000 miles; one case at 88,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle sluggish; will not accelerate past 40–50 mph; Check engine light, VSC light, 4-wheel drive low light, traction control light all illuminate simultaneously; Engine appears to run rich; fuel economy drops noticeably; Warning lights intermittent initially, then constant; Occurred on highway merges, creating dangerous situations
Codes mentioned: P2440, P2441, P0419
Repairs/costs cited: Secondary air switching valve (driver-side or passenger-side) replaced under warranty or TSB 032908. Owners report identical failure recurring 12+ months after repair if only one valve was replaced. Cost varies; warranty covered some repairs but others fell outside coverage window.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB 032908 issued for 2007–2008 Tundras. Toyota and dealers initially provided warranty repairs but some owners found repairs ineffective or discovered issue recurred. One owner noted extended warranty available (10 years/150,000 miles) but had expired by time of failure.
Accelerator pedal sensitivity and poor return—post-recall malfunction
After recall repair (pedal shortened or replaced), pedal becomes excessively sensitive, has minimal friction, develops free play, or sticks in half-open position and does not return smoothly.
When: Immediately to weeks after recall repair; mileage 13,600–65,000
Symptoms owners cite: Pedal extremely sensitive; minimal pressure causes uneven acceleration; Free play of 3/4 to 1 inch before pedal engages throttle; Pedal sticks in half-open position; driver must use toe to pull it back; Engine RPMs increase and decrease randomly even in park; Vehicle lurches or surges when stopped at lights or corners; Uneven acceleration on bumpy roads; dangerous on curves; Phenomenon random and unpredictable
Repairs/costs cited: Related to 2010 recall repair. One owner applied WD-40 to pedal pivot and bushing, achieving 4–5 month relief before sticking recurred. Dealers denied warranty service or claimed no other complaints received.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recalls 09V388000 and 10V017000. Toyota stated pedal was shortened as remedy; later offered newly designed pedal for preorder but availability and effectiveness unclear. Dealers refused to acknowledge or repair post-recall problems.
Acceleration surging at idle and under load
Engine revs surge randomly, especially when air conditioner is on or vehicle is at idle. Vehicle may lurch forward at stops without driver input.
When: As early as 500 miles; one case at 8,000 miles; continues throughout ownership
Symptoms owners cite: RPMs increase and decrease without accelerator input; AC compressor engagement triggers surging; Vehicle lurches or lunges from stop or slow speed; Surging happens 5–10 times per week; frequency increases with mileage; Occurs at highway speeds and low speeds
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers unable or unwilling to diagnose or repair. No specific parts mentioned as failed or replaced.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None documented; recall notice received but did not address surging complaint.
Cruise control malfunction—unwanted acceleration on deactivation or downshift
When cruise control is disengaged or driver attempts passing gear/downshift, vehicle suddenly accelerates. In one case, resume function appears to activate without being pressed.
When: 32,000 miles; highway driving
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle accelerates uncontrollably when exiting cruise control for passing; Rapid acceleration when downshifting for passing; Resume button appears to activate spontaneously; Brake ineffective during event; driver must stand on pedal with both feet
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer blamed floor mat; owner disputed this. No repair documented.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None documented; owner believes cruise control module itself may be at fault.
Synthesized from 52 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Toyota tundra. The contact was driving approximately 20 MPH when he released pressure from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The contact was unsure whether the accelerator pedal was stuck to the floor or not during the failure. The contact then applied pressure to the brake pedal but the vehicle continued to accelerate until being shifted…
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Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2007 Toyota Tundra?
It's a serious issue. 52 complaints have been filed, including 9 reports involving a crash and 2 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Across the 44 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most cruise control failures cluster between 22,500 and 63,000 miles, with the median around 36,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 22,500; a quarter make it past 63,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Toyota/Tundra.
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