Some customers of 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with specifically non-hybridV35A-FTS engines may experience one or more of the following drivability related concerns: • Hesitation from a rolling stop. • Hesitation from a quick stop. The Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic has been modified to address these conditions.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2022 Toyota Tundra powertrain problems
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Complaints
98
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
1crash
What stands out
Of the 14 model years of Toyota Tundra we track for powertrain problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 98.
Owners have filed 98 powertrain 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.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering powertrain 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.
During repairs such as those listed below, damage may occur if the Torque Converter Assembly is not properly installed. • Hybrid module assembly removal/installation • Transmission removal/installation • Engine removal/installation
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TT: During repairs such as those listed below, damage may occur if the Torque Converter Assembly is not properly installed. ? Hybrid module assembly removal/installation ? Transmission removal/installation ? Engine removal/installation
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TSB: Some 2022 ? 2023 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following drivability-related conditions: ?Hesitation from a complete or rolling stop (worse when vehicle is cold). ?Surge condition occurring in 8th gear with 40 ? 50 percent throttle. The Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic has been modified to address these conditions. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address these conditions
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TSB: Some 2022 ? 2023 model year Tundra vehicles may exhibit a loud pop/clunk noise, coming from under the vehicle, on initial engine start. This condition typically occurs after the engine hasn?t been started for an extended period. The Transmission Control Module (TCM) logic has been modified to address this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2022 Tundra powertrain cluster shows two dominant, dangerous patterns: catastrophic engine failure and chronic acceleration lag.
Engine failure hits without warning. One owner's truck locked up at 64,000 miles—one week after routine dealer service—full of metal shavings, requiring $24,000 in engine and turbo replacement. Toyota knew about debris-related lockups but hadn't recalled the vehicles. A hybrid-equipped Tundra owner suffered identical engine failure compounded by simultaneous hybrid system malfunction, yet remained excluded from the recall because Toyota claimed the hybrid would limp home. It didn't.
Throttle lag is the other persistent killer. Owners report 2–5 second delays between pressing the accelerator and actual acceleration, especially from a stop. A "dead pedal" phenomenon occurs where the pedal does nothing, then the truck suddenly lurches forward when response arrives—unpredictable and dangerous when merging or crossing traffic. This issue has persisted through two separate fix attempts: a December 2022 technical service bulletin and a 2024 recall with transmission control module updates. Owners say the condition either didn't improve or worsened post-update. One owner saw the truck stall mid-intersection with oncoming traffic approaching.
Secondary failures include steering control loss following 4WD selector malfunction, hard transmission jerking, reduced engine power warnings tied to turbo wastegate defects, highway deceleration despite full throttle input, rear differential lockup at low mileage, and false automatic emergency braking activation hard enough to whip occupants' heads. A recall for engine fire risk exists with no available remedy.
Same Toyota Tundra powertrain reports on nearby years: 2023 · 2024 · 2025
Failure modes owners describe
Engine fire risk from unknown defect
An open recall indicates a potential defect that could lead to engine catching fire, but no remedy has been made available to owners, leaving vehicles unsafe and unrepaired.
When: Unknown mileage; issue discovered via recall notice
Symptoms owners cite: Recall issued for potential engine fire risk; No warning signs prior to learning of recall
Repairs/costs cited: No repair available; recall remedy not yet released
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Open recall issued but no fix currently available
Catastrophic engine failure—metal shavings and debris
Engine lockup caused by internal debris accumulation (metal shavings), forcing complete engine replacement along with turbochargers. Failure occurs even on regularly maintained vehicles within the warranty period. Multiple owners report similar metal-debris failures; Toyota acknowledges the problem but has not yet recalled the vehicles.
When: 64,000 miles; one week after routine dealer service in March 2024
Symptoms owners cite: Engine cuts off unexpectedly; Engine locked up; No restart capability; Catastrophic internal engine damage
Repairs/costs cited: $24,000 for engine and both turbo replacement on 2-year-old truck; oil pan inspection revealed full metal shavings
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota aware of issue but no recall issued yet; warranty expired at 60,000 miles; customer not given warranty consideration despite known defect
Throttle lag and hesitation at stop and low speed
Persistent delay or lag between accelerator pedal input and engine response, particularly when accelerating from a complete stop or rolling stop below 5 mph. Issue remains unresolved despite TSB T-SB-0111-22 (December 2022) and subsequent recall TCM logic updates (24V125000). Owners report the condition has worsened or persists after software updates. A dead-pedal phenomenon occurs where pressing the accelerator produces no immediate power output, then sudden lurch forward when response arrives.
When: Since purchase or shortly after; reported from 2.5 years of ownership; cold-start acceleration particularly problematic
Symptoms owners cite: 2–5 second delay between pedal input and acceleration; Dead pedal—no response to accelerator pressure for 1–3 seconds; Sudden surge or lurch once response arrives; Hesitation and lag at stops and slow speeds; Issue occurs at 4-way stops, intersections, lane merges; Engine appears to drop to idle speed then resume; More common in cold engine conditions
Codes mentioned: 24V125000
Repairs/costs cited: Temporary relief from TCM reset (unplugging battery); TSB T-SB-0111-22 applied with no lasting resolution; throttle angle data logging shows no throttle input change despite pedal depression
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB T-SB-0111-22 issued December 2022 for hesitation and surge; Recall 24TA02 (24V125000) issued with TCM logic update but condition persists or worsens; Toyota has not formally acknowledged issue despite widespread forum documentation across MY22+ Tundra and MY23+ Sequoia; condition affects Aisin 10-speed automatic transmission and V35A-FTS engine
Hybrid system malfunction and engine failure
Hybrid-equipped Tundra experiences engine failure (debris-related lockup) coupled with simultaneous hybrid system malfunction, leaving driver stranded without backup electric propulsion. Toyota excluded hybrid models from full-block recall despite experiencing identical engine debris failures, claiming hybrid system would provide safe limp-home capability—a claim contradicted by simultaneous hybrid failure.
When: Unknown mileage in 2022 TRD Pro hybrid
Symptoms owners cite: Engine failure warning: 'HYBRID SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, visit your dealer'; Vehicle shakes when attempting restart; Engine and hybrid system both fail simultaneously; Complete loss of propulsion; driver blocked traffic and called 911
Repairs/costs cited: Short block rebuild required; entire hybrid system diagnosis needed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Hybrid models excluded from 2022–2023 Tundra recall; Toyota claims hybrid backup would protect driver, but malfunction occurs with engine failure; manufacturer has not expanded recall to include hybrid variants
Steering and drivetrain control loss
Complete loss of steering control and drive-shift indication following 4WD mode selector malfunction. Driver loses steering authority on the road and vehicle ends up in ditch, sustaining thousands of dollars damage. Dealership acknowledges issue has occurred on other Tundras but offers no fix or explanation.
When: Unknown mileage; occurred after attempting to shift from 4WD high to 2WD drive
Symptoms owners cite: 4WD high and low indicators flashing yellow/orange, then solid orange; Complete loss of steering control mid-drive; Vehicle ends up in roadside ditch; No engine stall, but total steering failure
Repairs/costs cited: Several thousand dollars damage from ditch impact
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership acknowledges issue occurs on other Tundras and on dealership manager's own truck; no fix offered
Intermittent acceleration failure and stalling
Vehicle stalls or fails to accelerate when commanded, leaving driver exposed in traffic. Stalling occurs while engine is still running with no warning lights. Condition is intermittent and cannot be reliably replicated by technicians, yet poses serious collision risk.
When: 2 months into ownership onward; reported at 45,000 and 50,000 miles; occurs during cold start within 5 minutes
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to accelerate when pedal depressed; Vehicle stalls without warning lights or messages; Intermittent; 1–3 times per week to almost daily; Particularly severe when cold or at complete stop; Driver forced to release and reapply accelerator to recover
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership unable to replicate; TSB T-SB-0111-22 applied with no lasting fix
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB T-SB-0111-22 issued December 2022; does not resolve issue
Transmission hard shifting and jerking
Harsh, jerking shifts during acceleration and gear changes, particularly on cold start-up and when changing lanes or merging. Issue persists 15 months after purchase despite software update and may relate to 10-speed automatic transmission calibration.
When: Since new; reported after 15 months of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Hard initial shifts on cold startup; Jerking during acceleration and lane changes; Transmission shifts hard from 2nd to 1st in traffic
Repairs/costs cited: Toyota dealership installed updated computer software program in November 2023; problem persists
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Software update performed; issue remains unresolved
Reduced engine power and turbo wastegate defect
Reduced engine power warning displayed on dash, attributed to defective V6 turbo wastegate. Repair requires lifting truck body from frame to access turbo. Multiple owners report identical issue on YouTube.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Reduced Engine Power warning on dash; Low turbocharger responsiveness
Repairs/costs cited: Requires lifting truck body from frame to access turbo wastegate; major structural disassembly
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None stated; Toyota and dealership described as attempting to hide problem
Highway deceleration and power loss
Vehicle decelerates on its own at highway speed despite full accelerator engagement. Engine power loss warning appears; vehicle cannot exceed safe speeds after warning. Transmission and drive response unreliable; dealership unable to diagnose.
When: Unknown mileage; early June report; diagnostic delayed to mid-August
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle decelerates from 70 to 60 mph despite full throttle input; Engine Power Loss warning on dash; also 'Brake Failure' warning; Vehicle limited to 30 mph and 2,500 rpm; Cannot accelerate from complete stop reliably
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership diagnostic unable to pinpoint cause; no remedy offered under any recall
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership states no recall remedy issued; advised customer to contact Toyota directly
Recall delay—no loaner or repair timeline
Owners notified of serious engine safety recall (potential seizure) but told no replacement engine is available, with no ETA provided. NHTSA allows Toyota to leave owners driving unsafe vehicles. No loaner vehicle program offered while waiting for safety repair.
When: January 2024 notification; third caller to dealership with same issue
Symptoms owners cite: Safety recall notification warning of engine seizure risk; No parts available; no repair timeline given
Repairs/costs cited: Engine replacement required but parts unavailable
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall issued but remedy (engine replacement) not yet available; no provision for loaner vehicles
Automatic emergency braking false activation
Collision-avoidance braking system triggers excessively at stop lights and slow speeds, applying hard emergency braking when traffic is normal and present but not an actual threat. Braking is abrupt enough to jerk occupants' necks and heads forward and cause secondary collision risk from vehicles behind.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Hard emergency braking at stoplights when car is in front at normal distance; Sensors or radar overly sensitive; Abrupt braking causes occupant whiplash
Repairs/costs cited: No repair mentioned
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None stated
Rear differential failure and lockup
Rear differential suddenly locks up at low speed with no warning, forcing tow-in. Related to earlier recall for differential problems. No audible or visual warning before total lockup.
When: 1,340 miles; early in ownership; manufacture date 8/22/2022
Symptoms owners cite: Thump felt during driving; Rear differential suddenly locks up completely; Vehicle cannot move; No warning lamps until total lockup
Repairs/costs cited: Complete differential replacement; mechanics had no explanation of cause
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Related to earlier recall for differential problems
Engine shutdown while driving
Engine unexpectedly shuts off while vehicle is in motion at highway speed. Loss of power steering and forced coasting to safety. Check engine light and limp-home warning precede shutdown.
When: Unknown mileage; engine operated normally for 55 mph drive before issue
Symptoms owners cite: Pulsing and mechanical noises from engine at 55 mph; Check Engine Light with 'Take Vehicle to Dealership' warning; Engine shuts off in Drive at highway speed; Loss of power steering; Vehicle coasts to stop; will not restart
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle towed; unable to restart
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None stated
Synthesized from 98 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
In certain situations when stopping briefly and then accelerating the pedal is dead. For a short amount of time the accelerator does not work and then it launches the truck forward aggressively. There has been a few instances when I am turning left and the truck does not move and I am stuck in the middle of oncoming traffic before the truck suddenly lurches forward.
My 2022 Toyota Tundra 1794 transmission has always shifted hard on the initial start up and while accelerating when changing lanes. Since the truck was new I thought it was due to being new and required a break in period. Now I have own the truck for 15 months the problem still exist. I took the truck to the Toyota Dealership in Moss Point Mississippi in November 2023 and they informed me there…
Truck lunges forward while driving ar highway speeds as if you have been lightly bumped in the bumper by someone. You need to give at least a 6 car car distance between your truck and car in front to prevent a crash. Truck has also been shutting off while exiting the highway. Will get "Put into "P" Start engine" as well as, "Stearing Pressure Low" alert on dash in instrument cluster information…
There is a well-known issue with these new model Toyota tundras where there are problems with acceleration. When at a stop and pulling out from the stop, the engine and acceleration hesitate, and there is a flag of between 2 to 5 seconds before the vehicle starts moving. The gas pedal is depressed and there is a hesitation or lag of several seconds before forward movement progresses. There…
At a stop while the vehicle is running and in drive, there is a delay of a second or two once the throttle is pushed to accelerate. This causes me to push the accelerator more thinking I’m not pressing hard enough, resulting in the truck accelerating faster than I’d like. When pulling out into traffic, the hesitation of the vehicle causes me to not merge at the moment I attempt to.
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 98 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Based on the 98 complaints filed, powertrain issues most often appear around 12,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Toyota/Tundra.
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