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 ↗2024 Toyota Tundra powertrain problems
moderate Owners of the 2024 Toyota Tundra have filed 77 NHTSA complaints about the powertrain at roughly $2,500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See powertrain across all vehicles →
Complaints
77
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
| Model year | powertrain complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 Tundra | 98 |
| 2023 Tundra | 74 |
| 2024 Tundra (this page) | 77 |
| 2025 Tundra | 33 |
| 2026 Tundra | 3 |
What stands out
Owners have filed 77 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.
Among the 15 model years of Toyota Tundra in our records for powertrain problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
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 ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2024 Tundra's powertrain issues break down into two problem categories: control and reliability. The control problem is throttle lag—a 1-3 second delay between pedal input and engine response, especially from a complete stop. Owners consistently report this at intersections, roundabouts, and yield signs where timing is critical. The vehicle either doesn't move or moves slowly, then suddenly lurches forward. It happens intermittently and is worse when cold or within five minutes of startup. Dealers confirm this is a known issue but say no permanent fix exists; some offer a temporary transmission memory wipe. Sport mode partially helps, suggesting a transmission control problem.
The reliability side is worse. The V35A 3.4L twin-turbo engine has a bearing defect from manufacturing debris. One owner's first engine failed at 31,000 miles requiring short-block replacement; later the same vehicle needed fusible link, battery, and starter replacement costing $2,100. A second owner experienced complete engine shutdown at 65 mph on a mountain highway with five people aboard. Recall 25V767 covers stall risk, but Toyota states remedy is not yet available. Owners also report vibration in the driveline, highway speed, and braking systems that persist despite multiple tire rotations and alignments. Additional complaints include oil seeping from the engine-to-transmission interface, excessive oil burning with rough starts, and fuel economy 20-25% below EPA ratings.
Same Toyota Tundra powertrain reports on nearby years: 2022 · 2023 · 2025
Failure modes owners describe
Throttle lag and hesitation on acceleration
A persistent delay between pedal input and engine response, typically 1-3 seconds, occurring most often when starting from a complete stop or near-stop. The vehicle either does not move or moves slowly, then suddenly lurches forward with a jerk. Owners report this happens at intersections, roundabouts, yield signs, and traffic lights, creating dangerous situations where they are caught in traffic with insufficient acceleration.
When: From vehicle purchase onward; begins as early as 500 miles to 1,700 miles; worsens over time. Most pronounced when vehicle is cold or within 5 minutes of startup.
Symptoms owners cite: No response or delayed response to throttle input for 1-3 seconds; Vehicle moves slowly or not at all despite pedal pressure; Sudden jerking or lunging forward after delay; Occurs at stops, intersections, roundabouts, and yield situations; Happens intermittently; difficult to reproduce in dealership; More frequent in morning or after vehicle sits overnight; No warning lights or diagnostic codes present; Smoother acceleration in Sport mode (partial mitigation); Transmission appears to hesitate downshifting to first gear
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers have performed transmission 'learning' memory wipes with temporary improvement; dealership confirms this is a known issue but no permanent repair available. Dealers claim it is normal operation or normal for turbocharged engines. One dealer replaced torque converter and transmission without resolving tapping noise or hesitation. No TSB or recall issued for 2024 model; TSB exists for 2022-2023 models but not applied to 2024.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota has not issued a recall for this issue on 2024 Tundra. A TSB exists for 2022-2023 models. Owners report that Toyota corporate has stated no remedy is yet available. Dealers say this is normal operation. Class action lawsuit filed in Vermont regarding this issue.
Engine stalling and shutdown while driving
Complete loss of engine power while driving at highway speeds with no warning. Vehicle electronics remain functional but engine and transmission disengage. Vehicle coasts or loses all motive power, creating an immediate safety hazard. Engine may restart after extended time or limp home, but often with loud clanking noises indicating internal damage.
When: One incident at 30,000 miles; one incident at highway speed with 5 passengers; reported generally on 2024 models with V35A engine. Related to engine bearing failure and debris in manufacturing.
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden loss of engine power at highway speeds (60-70 mph); No warning lights or sounds before failure; Vehicle coasts without power; Electronics remain functional; RPM drops to zero; Engine may crank but not start immediately; Vehicle may restart after minutes or hours; Loud clanking noise from engine after restart; No prior warning or symptoms
Repairs/costs cited: Engine short block replacement at ~31,000 miles (first owner); second owner subsequently experienced starting issues and fusible link/battery/starter replacement (~$2,100) at 41-42k miles. Full engine replacement may be required. One vehicle still at dealership after 5 weeks awaiting remedy.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 25V767 / 25TA14 issued for engine stall during driving on V35A engines, including service short blocks. Toyota corporate stated remedy is not yet available. One owner was told that even after short-block replacement, the vehicle remains under the same recall.
Powertrain vibration (driveline, highway, and braking)
Three distinct vibration problems affecting separate powertrain systems: (1) significant vibration on initial acceleration, under tow, and on inclines suggesting driveshaft or bearing failure; (2) constant speed-dependent vibration at 40-70 mph in steering wheel, seat, and floor worsening over time and impairing steering feedback; (3) violent vibration during heavy deceleration and emergency braking severely impairing vehicle control.
When: At 28,500 miles; OEM tires replaced abnormally at 20,000 miles due to camber wear. Multiple repairs attempted without resolution.
Symptoms owners cite: Significant vibration on acceleration from stop and under tow; Constant vibration at highway speeds (40-70 mph) in steering, seat, and floor; Vibration worsens and expands in speed range over time; Violent vibration during heavy braking and emergency stops; Impaired steering feedback and loss of vehicle control risk; Abnormal tire wear (outside shoulder) at 20,000 miles; No warning lights or diagnostic trouble codes; Vibration persists despite multiple tire replacements, alignments, and balancings
Repairs/costs cited: OEM tires replaced twice; multiple alignments, rotations, and balancings at both Toyota dealer (3+ visits) and independent tire shop (3+ visits) without resolution. Suspected mechanical defect: driveshaft carrier bearing, U-joint, engine main bearing (Recall 25V-767 related), or wheel bearing/hub failure.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota issued Limited Service Campaign for 2022-2023 models with identical defect but explicitly excluded 2024 Tundra from the campaign. No recall or TSB issued for 2024 model.
Transmission vibration and clutch slippage
Vibration during medium acceleration (around 40 mph) that feels like clutch slippage or K0 clutch engagement issue. Occurs only during transmission warm-up phase. Accompanied sometimes by acceleration delay and feeling of transmission hunting for gear.
When: Began in early October 2024 after ownership in late September; vehicle had unknown mileage but was dealership demo truck prior to purchase. Occurs within first 1-2k miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Vibration during medium acceleration at ~40 mph; Occurs only during transmission warm-up, resolves when warm; Feels like clutch slipping; Occasional acceleration delay during vibration; Loaner vehicle with same 10-speed transmission runs smoothly without vibration
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers have been unable to locate issue despite multiple visits. Loaner 2024 Tundra with same transmission felt significantly smoother over one week.
Engine bearing failure and debris contamination
Internal engine bearing defect from manufacturing machining debris and improper bearing tolerances in V35A 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine, causing catastrophic bearing failure and potential engine seizure. Affects both standard and hybrid models, though recall excludes hybrids based on incorrect assumption about hybrid safety.
When: Bearing failure reported at ~31,000 miles on first owner; recall issued for 2022-2024 Tundra models with V35A engine. Manufacturing defect present from production.
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalling at highway speeds with no warning; Loud clanking noise from engine; Complete loss of engine power; No warning lights before failure (initial stall); Related to machining debris in bearing assembly
Codes mentioned: Recall 25V767, Recall 25TA14, Recall 24V-381
Repairs/costs cited: Engine short-block replacement performed on some vehicles; however, second owners report subsequent starting issues and additional repairs needed. Full engine replacement may be required in some cases. Repair costs range from $2,100 (fusible link, battery, starter) to full engine replacement (cost not stated).
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 25V767 / 25TA14 issued for engine bearing debris and stall risk on 2022-2024 V35A engines. Recall excludes i-FORCE MAX hybrid models despite sharing the same defective engine. Remedy not yet available; vehicles remain at dealerships awaiting parts and repair procedures.
Brake squeal and pad wear
Brake system produces squealing noise during reverse and forward braking, particularly at low speeds and stop situations. Occurs from new vehicle purchase. No functional failure reported, but noise indicates potential pad or rotor quality issue.
When: Present from day of dealership pickup on new vehicle.
Symptoms owners cite: Squealing noise during reverse; Squealing noise during forward braking and stops; Occurs consistently from vehicle purchase
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership states no remedy available.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership confirmed no remedy available.
Moisture accumulation in rear lights and fog lights
Condensation and moisture buildup inside rear reverse lights and front fog lights despite sealed design. Moisture appears after vehicle operation and persists.
When: Present from new vehicle delivery.
Symptoms owners cite: Visible moisture inside reverse lights; Visible moisture inside front fog lights; Moisture persists despite sealed design
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership states no remedy available or fix available. Recall issued only for moisture in reverse lights (specific recall number not stated in narrative).
Radiator failure
Radiator failure requiring replacement twice in same vehicle within 44,000 miles of ownership. Dealership identified as factory defect but not covered under warranty.
When: Two radiator replacements within 44,000 miles of ownership.
Symptoms owners cite: Radiator leakage or failure requiring replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Radiator replacement cost $200 with extended warranty coverage.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership acknowledged factory defect but would not cover under manufacturer warranty.
Oil leakage from engine/transmission interface
Oil seeping from area between engine and electric motor (hybrid model) at bell housing. Oil residue visible shortly after dealership cleaning. Dealership initially cleaned area but denies ongoing leak despite visible evidence.
When: Noticed at first oil change (5,000 miles); found seeping again at 6,000 miles on iForce MAX hybrid.
Symptoms owners cite: Oil residue on bell housing between engine and electric motor; Oil seeping from same area despite dealership denial; Visible in dealership inspection report
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership cleaned area and scheduled 10,000-mile inspection to monitor; refused to acknowledge leak at 6,000-mile check despite visible residue.
Abnormal tire wear (camber issue)
Premature edge wear on factory off-road package tires after only 8,000 miles, indicating alignment or suspension defect. Tire is Falken Wildpeak AT3WA factory equipment.
When: Edge wear visible at 8,000 miles on new vehicle with iForce MAX hybrid.
Symptoms owners cite: Outside edge of left front tire showing bald spots; Abnormal wear pattern at only 8,000 miles
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership checked alignment, found nothing wrong, and recommended tire rotation at 5,000 miles without offering tire replacement despite imminent bald spot.
Fuel economy significantly below EPA rating
Actual fuel economy substantially lower than advertised EPA rating of 17 city / 22 highway. Owner consistently achieves only 14 city / 16.5 highway despite careful driving and highway-only trips. Issue reported as similar to Volkswagen diesel scandal.
When: Continuous issue since purchase; tracked over multiple fills and driving conditions.
Symptoms owners cite: Actual fuel economy 17-23% below EPA city rating; Actual fuel economy 25% below EPA highway rating; Issue verified by manual MPG calculation; Persists on long highway trips and city driving
Repairs/costs cited: Owner manually calculated MPG to verify truck's display; results confirmed inaccuracy.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota corporate pushed complaint back to local dealership. No accountability taken; no remedy offered.
Engine knocking and noise (tapping from production debris)
Tapping or clanking noise from engine area present from initial delivery, related to production machining debris lodged in engine. Initially claimed normal by dealers; later attributed to engine debris from manufacturing defect covered under recalls 24TA07 and related recalls.
When: Present from vehicle purchase with 3 miles on odometer; same day as recall 24TA07 notice issued.
Symptoms owners cite: Tapping or clanking noise from engine; Noise present from initial delivery; Claimed normal by multiple dealers initially; Related to engine bearing debris defect
Codes mentioned: Recall 24TA07
Repairs/costs cited: One dealer attempted to replace torque converter and transmission to eliminate noise they claimed was normal; noise persists.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 24TA07 issued for engine debris from production machining. Dealers initially denied issue exists.
Rough transmission shifts and harsh engagement
Transmission shifts roughly and engages harshly, particularly when coming to a stop and easing on accelerator, and also at highway speeds. Transmission makes large knock or smacking sound when shifting from stop into gear.
When: Present from new vehicle; continues at 15,000-plus miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Large knock or smacking sound when shifting from stop; Harsh transmission engagement from complete stop; Rough shifting at highway speeds; Sometimes accompanied by hesitation; sometimes separate from hesitation issue
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership has vehicle for service but unable to fix without direct engineer consultation.
Rough engine starts and blue/gray exhaust smoke
Vehicle experiences rough starting (3 out of 5 starts) accompanied by blue or gray exhaust smoke, indicating excessive oil burning. Owner documented issue with video at dealership, who acknowledged the problem.
When: Ongoing issue after 15,000-mile service; smoke visible before and after service.
Symptoms owners cite: Rough start approximately 60% of cold starts; Blue/gray smoke from tailpipe during and after rough starts; Indicates engine burning oil excessively; Warning light 'Add or replace oil' illuminates despite recent oil change
Repairs/costs cited: Owner provided video evidence to dealership; dealership acknowledged oil burning.
Starting failure and no-crank condition
Vehicle fails to start or crank, leaving owner stranded. Related to electrical system failures involving fusible link, battery, and starter. Occurs on vehicles with prior engine bearing failure and short-block replacement.
When: At 41-42,000 miles on vehicle that had short-block replacement at 31,000 miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle will not crank or start; No sound or response to ignition attempt; Owner stranded in middle of intersection with traffic; Tow required to dealership
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement of 50-amp fusible link, 12V battery, and starter. Total repair cost approximately $2,100; third-party extended warranty covered portion.
Electrical system failure (limp mode and shutdown)
Vehicle randomly enters limp mode, reducing speed to 18 mph and shutting down powertrain. Later develops severe shaking at 48 mph. Issue initially reproduced by dealer and attributed to tampering, but corporate investigation confirmed actual defect.
When: Random incidents during normal driving.
Symptoms owners cite: Random entry into limp mode; Speed reduced to 18 mph; Complete powertrain shutdown to crawl speed; Severe shaking when 48 mph reached; Warning lamps appear only after issue occurs; disappear after reset
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership initially blamed driver tampering; corporate investigation proved defect and covered repairs. Dealership now ghosting follow-up service for shaking issue.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota corporate verified defect and paid for initial repairs.
Driveline vibration (transmission shimmy)
Intermittent shimmy or vibration in driveline occurring between 40-65 mph. Develops shortly after purchase and progressively worsens. Dealership claims shimmy is as designed, but owner confirms it is progressive and cause unknown.
When: Begins at ~1,700 miles and worsens by 2,000-plus miles.
Symptoms owners cite: Intermittent shimmy between 40-65 mph; Progressive worsening over time; Feels like transmission or driveline vibration; Occurs consistently in speed range
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership claims issue is as designed; no repair attempted.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership claims shimmy is normal operation.
CV axle failure (aftermarket lift kit compatibility)
CV axle tears apart while driving uphill at low speed. Three bearings detach from vehicle. Dealership diagnoses tear due to aftermarket lift kit, but manufacturer states lift kit is original equipment (conflicting information).
When: At 2,900 miles; vehicle had aftermarket or OEM lift kit installed.
Symptoms owners cite: Loud abnormal sound from vehicle bottom while driving uphill at 10 mph; Bearings detaching and visible on ground; CV axle torn apart
Repairs/costs cited: CV axle requires replacement. Dealership cited lift kit as cause; manufacturer stated lift kit is OEM.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer claims lift kit is original equipment despite dealership stating it was aftermarket.
Synthesized from 77 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
You step on accelerator and it doesn’t accelerate… it lags and almost caused accident more than 4 times! Throttle body won’t open up and go. I feel they need to remap the system.
When coming to a stop and then trying to accelerate to turn into a street I get an abnormal amount of throttle lag. There’s even times it seems to lag and then registers that I am trying to accelerate quickly causing me to “burn out” while I’m turning and no I am not accelerating crazy. There’s been a few close calls where I almost lose control of the vehicle.
When slowing down to a stop but not stopping completely then speeding up to enter another street or an intersection there is a 1-2 second hesitation before the truck reacts and actually moves. This is very scary and dangerous as it can cause an accident with oncoming traffic in certain situations. Toyota knows about this and does not have a fix for this defect.
Vehicle lag / hesitation after pressing the gas pedal.
Throttle lag/hesitation when making a right hand turn after a stop. Truck was moving after taking my foot off the break to advance my vehicle to get a clear line of sight due to cars parked on the roadway. Once line of sight was clear there was a lag/hesitation after stepping on the accelerator
While driving down the highway at ~70 mph, the truck's powertrain suddenly shut off. The electronics still worked, but the RPMs dropped to zero. I was forced to pull off to the side of the road, where I tried to turn off and turn back on. The truck kept on turning off and on by itself electronically, but the engine and transmission wouldn't engage for roughly 10 minutes. I was eventually able to…
There is a severe throttle lag that is random. It has caused near collisions due to the response time. The truck will also randomly jerk forward. I reported it to dealer and they said it was normal and to drive the truck in sport mode. This not a solution and will cause an accident if not resolved soon
Had powertrain trouble with your 2024 Toyota Tundra?
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2024 Toyota Tundra?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 77 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 77 complaints filed, powertrain issues most often appear around 7,450 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
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