The contact owned a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, an oncoming vehicle did not obey a stop sign and proceeded to crash into the rear driver's side of the contact's vehicle. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the platform of an 18-wheeler. No air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was …
2019 toyota Tundra airbags problems
severe 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
3
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ON THE FREEWAY WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT WAS 75 MPH. WHILE DRIVING MY PASSENGER SAID I PASSED OUT, FLOORED THE GAS PEDAL AND JERKED THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT. I THEN DROVE THROUGH THE MEDIAN AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC REACHING 90 PLUS MPH, MISSING TWO CARS, AND JUMPING A 4 FOOT BARBED WIRE FENCE WITHOUT TOUCHING THE FENCE. I CONTINUED INTO THE DESERT UNTIL MY PASSENGER …
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2019 toyota Tundra?
It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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