2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
115
Owner Complaints
5
Recalls
33
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA
The 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA has received a total of 115 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 19 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING:RACK AND PINION. 33 technical service bulletins have been issued by Toyota Motor Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (16 complaints), Unknown Or Other (14 complaints), and Structurebody (12 complaints).
Recalls for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA
NHTSA has recorded 19 recalls for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA, potentially affecting up to 331,102 vehicles.
Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21E103000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 151 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V920000 — STEERING:RACK AND PINION
| 22,462 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 17V311000 — WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
| 1,325 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
Consequence: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.
View full details →Recall 14V556000 — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
| 132,624 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Tundra CrewMax and Double Cab vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to August 22, 2014. Due to the possible misinstallation of the upper tab of the B-pillar interior trim, the Curtain-Shield Air Bags (CSA) may not deploy properly in the event of a crash.
Consequence: If the Curtain-Shield Air Bags (CSA) do not deploy properly there is an increased risk of occupant injury during a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the B-pillar interior trim installation and will replace it if it is not installed correctly, free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
View full details →Recall 14V429000 — WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
| 16,249 vehicles affected
Defect: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Toyota Tundra vehicles modified by GST as part of certain vehicle packages to be equipped with a combination of non-Toyota-brand 20-inch alloy wheels and chrome plated lug nuts. The coating on the lug nuts may give, causing the lug nuts to loosen or the wheel studs to fracture.
Consequence: If the lug nuts loosen, or the wheel studs fracture, the wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will replace 20 lug nuts and torque them to specification, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA
115 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodyhood | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Tundra through a private sale. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 171,837. After obtaining a Carfax report, the contact discovered that the vehicle mileage was 186,000.
Airflow into the hood bulge strained the thinly built brackets causing them to break and subsequently causes the bulge to pop loose when driving.
I purchased the truck thinking it had 80k miles it’s was misrepresented by the dealer I got it from in reality it should’ve been 280k miles. I don’t have the money to go after them as I spent it on the truck and timing chains as well as some other repairs. They will likely flee the country if they find out I was to go after them anyway
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Tundra. The contact observed that an object was hanging down from the rear wheel well on the driver's side. The contact inspected and saw that the rear fuel tank strap had rusted and detached from the frame. The contact stated that part of the fuel tank was resting on the skid plate. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.
My Tundra 2014 have vibration during light to hard braking. The vibration can felt in any combination, Steering wheel, seat, and entire vehicle. To can fell over a large or short rang of speed. The truck have a new rotors and New break pads (I change twice in 2 years helps a little bit but not fix the problem). I purchased the truck on 2023 and come with this issue, i tried to many shops and no one can find the problem until i see some complaints for the same problem, this maybe to late, i hope some cam help me please.
Safety Rating for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA
The 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA
Toyota Motor Corporation has issued 33 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
T-SB-0057-18 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Immobilizer or Smart Key system.
T-TT-0407-16 — STRUCTURE
TT: WHEN CHANGING OIL ON A 14-16 MY TUNDRA WITH AN ACCESSORY SKID PLATE (PART NUMBER PT938-34140), THERE IS AN ACCESS PANEL TO GAIN EASY ACCESS TO THE OIL DRAIN PLUG AND FILTER.
T-TT-0407-16 — EQUIPMENT
TT: WHEN CHANGING OIL ON A 14-16 MY TUNDRA WITH AN ACCESSORY SKID PLATE (PART NUMBER PT938-34140), THERE IS AN ACCESS PANEL TO GAIN EASY ACCESS TO THE OIL DRAIN PLUG AND FILTER.
T-TT-0404-16 — STEERING
TT: Some 13-17MY Tundra vehicles may exhibit a vibration/pulsation during light to hard braking. The vibration/pulsation feeling can be described as being felt in any combination of the following: Steering wheel, brake pedal, seat, and entire vehicle. This condition is felt over a large range of speed, unlike drive shaft...
T-SB-0079-16 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SOME 2014 2016 MODEL YEAR TUNDRA (1UR-FE) VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MIL ON CONDITION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P2440 (SECONDARY AIR INJECTION SYSTEM SWITCHING VALVE STUCK OPEN, BANK 1), OR P2442 (SECONDARY AIR INJECTION SYSTEM SWITCHING VALVE STUCK OPEN, BANK 2), AND UNDER SOME CONDITIONS MAY ENTER...
F0A_TI_Sequoia_P — POWER TRAIN
Technical Instructions: In certain 2012 ? 2014 Model Year Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles equipped with a 5.7 Liter gasoline or 5.7 Liter-Flex Fuel engines, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may set a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) if debris/ice becomes lodged in the air switching valve. If this occurs, the...
SET-TSB-15-012 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Discusses customer concern of Southeast Toyota Accessory wheel chrome peeling concern and inspection of wheels.
T-SB-0092-15 — ENGINE
"TSB: SOME 2014 2015 MODEL YEAR TUNDRA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3UR-FE ENGINE AND SUPERCHARGER MAY EXPERIENCE A MIL ON CONDITION WITH THE FOLLOWING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC): P0101 MASS AIR FLOW CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE PROBLEM. FOLLOW THE PROCEDURES IN THIS BULLETIN TO ADDRESS THIS CONDITION."
F10_PRODUCT UPDA — TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
EC: TOYOTA IS PROVIDING ENHANCED INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USE AND REINSTALLATION OF THE SPARE TIRE.
T-SB-0022-15 — BACK OVER PREVENTION
TSB: Some 2014 - 2015 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with Clearance Warning Sonar AND steel bumpers may exhibit a condition where the Clearance Warning Sonar activates without an object in the detection area. An updated sonar sensor retainer is available to address this condition.
Showing 10 of 33 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TOYOTA TUNDRA
- 2009 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 53 complaints
- 2010 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 216 complaints
- 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 183 complaints
- 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 213 complaints
- 2013 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 105 complaints
- 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA (current)
- 2015 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 54 complaints
- 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 150 complaints
- 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 109 complaints
- 2018 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 148 complaints
- 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA — 100 complaints
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