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Toyota · Pickup Truck · 2007–2021

Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Generations

Engine Overview

The Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen is available with 2 engine variants — from 310 to 381 hp.

4.6L V8 · Benziner· 310 PS
2007 2021
Good Choice 1 weakness
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5.7L V8 · Benziner· 381 PS
2007 2021
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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The Toyota 4.6L V8 (Benziner, 310 PS) has the 1UR-FE (4.6L V8) — rated: "Good Choice", 1 known weaknesses.

The Toyota 5.7L V8 (Benziner, 381 PS) has the 3UR-FE (5.7L V8) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖3,4 Mrd. Dollar Class-Action-Settlement. Rahmentausch-Programm für bestimmte US-Bundesstaaten (Salt Belt). Programm lief 15 Jahre ab Herstellungsdatum.

$3.4 billion class action settlement. Frame replacement program for certain US states (salt belt). Program ran 15 years from manufacture date.

Symptoms: Rust-through on frame, structural weakening
from 80,000 km
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 High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
1,678 complaints · 2007–2021
Electrical
234 ⚠ 6
Engine
220 ⚠ 2
Body Structure
195 ⚠ 6
Cruise Control
193 ⚠ 29
Powertrain
192 ⚠ 14

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (234 complaints)
⚠ Engine (220 complaints)
⚠ Body Structure (195 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 8 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen (2007–2021) — 4 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Rust, Suspension, Body, Electronics. Considered reliable: 3UR-FE (5.7L V8), 1UR-FE (4.6L V8).

What to watch out for with the Toyota Tundra? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen have? +
The Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen has 4 known engine weaknesses and 4 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: 3UR-FE (5.7L V8), 1UR-FE (4.6L V8). The most reliable engine is the 1UR-FE (4.6L V8) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the 3UR-FE (5.7L V8).
Which Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 1 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen — rated: "Decent". {description} Toyota's last big V8: powerful, reliable, with the notorious cam tower oil leak as its Achilles heel. Frame rust on 2007-2008 models. Keep both in check and this truck lasts decades.
Is the Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen worth buying used? +
The Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen? +
The Toyota Tundra 2nd Gen is available with engine variants from 310 to 381 hp. Petrol: 3UR-FE (5.7L V8), 1UR-FE (4.6L V8).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee