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2008 Toyota Tundra problems
The 2008 Toyota Tundra has 1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 326 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
The 2008 Toyota Tundra has 326 NHTSA owner complaints and 13 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is cruise control at 55 complaints, typically surfacing around 27,675 miles (~$600 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Below average for the segment. Multiple systems have recurring complaints.
1
Critical
11
Severe
1
Moderate
Should you avoid this 2008 Tundra?
High-risk ownership
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Cruise-control: 55 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 8,749–38,009 mi
Powertrain: 37 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 19,000–92,000 mi
Reliability score 4.4/10 — below the segment average
13 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2008 Toyota Tundra? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
cruise control — 55 owner reports
· tends to show around 27,675 mi · ~$600 to fix
body — 42 owner reports
· tends to show around 92,732 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
engine — 42 owner reports
· tends to show around 95,491 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
powertrain — 37 owner reports
· tends to show around 57,333 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: cruise control is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 27,675 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 13 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 4.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact
year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2008 Tundra· suspension
While driving the truck bounces on certain concrete highways between 60 and 70 MPH. You can't even talk because of it. I am not exaggerating at all, I had a headache because of all the bouncing around and I am concerned for my children sitting in the back seat where it's most…
My 2008 tundra suddenly showed multiple dash lights when I started it. It ran rough, tried code reader on it ,again multiple codes at once. Every item can't bad all at same time. The main problem was air pump failure, have a feeling it's associated with exhaust problem. Truck…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 43,893. It was later discovered that…
1. Turning right in 2008 Toyota tundra out of parking lot at work or into traffic, I decelerate preparing to turn right and remove pressure from gas pedal and brake during the turn. When I reapply pressure to the gas pedal during the turn the truck does not accelerate only the…
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Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles
A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
Fix: Toyota filed an amended defect report on november 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in april 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine Toyota or Lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and Lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on december 31, 2009. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331, Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 4.4 out of 10 based on 326 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Toyota Tundra has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2008 Toyota Tundra?
The 2008 Toyota Tundra is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Cruise-control: 55 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 8,749–38,009 mi; Powertrain: 37 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 19,000–92,000 mi; Reliability score 4.4/10 — below the segment average; 13 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2008 Toyota Tundra?
Inspect the cruise control first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 55 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 27,675 miles. Average repair cost runs about $600 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2008 Toyota Tundra a good used car to buy?
It scores 4.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 326 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is cruise control. Typical failure occurs around 27,675 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2008 Toyota Tundra?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is cruise control, with 55 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 27,675 miles. Average repair cost runs about $600 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The cruise control is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $600 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 27,675 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Toyota Tundra has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2008 Toyota Tundra?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 326 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $600, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2008/Toyota/Tundra.
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