2016 Toyota Tundra Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 6 NHTSA recalls and 120 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Elevated Reported Activity — 2016 Toyota Tundra
The 2016 Toyota Tundra shows elevated recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Make sure any recall campaigns are resolved before purchase and have the vehicle inspected thoroughly.
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6
NHTSA Recalls
6 recalls on record
120
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
2
Crash Reports
In NHTSA complaints
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NHTSA Recalls — 2016 Toyota Tundra (6)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Toyota dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Air Bags: Knee Bolster
The incorrect bolts may cause the air bag module to loosen over time, affecting the performance of the knee airbag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: All of the affected vehicles have been inspected and any incorrect knee air bag mounting bolts have been replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2017. Owners…
🔧 Structure: Body: Bumpers
If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. The recall began on…
🔧 Wheels: Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
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…
🔧 Equipment: Other: Labels
An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer…
🔧 Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist System
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…
🔧 Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist System
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….
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Most Common Problems — 2016 Toyota Tundra
Based on 120 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Toyota Tundra — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2016 model year is highlighted.
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✅ Best model years: 2020 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2016 Toyota Tundra
Is the 2016 Toyota Tundra reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 Toyota Tundra has 6 recall campaigns and 120 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2016 Toyota Tundra have?
The 2016 Toyota Tundra has 6 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Tundra?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2016 Toyota Tundra are: Electrical System, Service Brakes, Structure, Exterior Lighting. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2016 Toyota Tundra safe to buy?
The 2016 Toyota Tundra has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 6 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Toyota Tundra should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Toyota Tundra are: 2020. These show the lowest complaint rates.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit
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