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Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen is available with one engine variant at 389 hp.

3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 · Petrol· 389 PS
2022 2025

3.5L twin-turbo V6 replacing the V8 in the Tundra. First model years 2022-2023 have serious manufacturing defect: metal debris left inside engines, recall with full engine replacement (102k vehicles). Corrected from 2024. Long-term reliability not yet assessable.

  • !! Fertigungsrückstände (Metallspäne) im Motorinneren beeinträchtigen Ölfluss. 102.000 betroffene Fahrzeuge (2022-2023 Tundra + Lexus LX600). Kompletter Motoraustausch als Lösung.

    Manufacturing debris (metal shavings) left inside engines impairs oil flow. 102,000 affected vehicles (2022-2023 Tundra + Lexus LX600). Full engine replacement as the fix.

    0–15,000 $
  • !! Documented in Tundra and Lexus LX600 with V35A-FTS. Severe knocking, oil pressure loss, engine failure.

    Documented in Tundra and Lexus LX600 with V35A-FTS. Severe knocking, oil pressure loss, engine failure.

    Symptoms: Severe knocking from engine, oil pressure warning, sudden power loss
    8,000–20,000 $
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  • !! Wastegate Actuator Failure (2022-2023)

    Error message on dash with power reduction. Turbos mounted behind engine — access requires cabin removal or front clip.

    Symptoms: Error message, power reduction, turbo noise change
    1,500–4,000 $
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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●14-inch touchscreen with occasional freezes and restarts. OTA updates continuously improve.

14-inch touchscreen with occasional freezes and restarts. OTA updates improving continuously.

Symptoms: Screen freezes, audio drops briefly
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NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below average
1,077 complaints · 2022–2025
  1. 01 Engine
    417 ⚠ 1
  2. 02 Powertrain
    260 ⚠ 3
  3. 03 Fuel System
    193 ⚠ 1
  4. 04 Other
    128 ⚠ 1
  5. 05 Cruise Control
    103 ⚠ 1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine (417 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (260 complaints)
⚠ Fuel System (193 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 9 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen (2022–2025) — 3 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Interior, Other, Suspension.

Tundra (V35A-FTS, 2022–2025) — Be Careful: Fertigungsrückstände (Metallspäne) im Motorinneren beeinträchtigen Ölfluss. 102.000 betroffene Fahrzeuge (2022-2023 Tundra + Lexus LX600). Kompletter Motoraustausch als Lösung., Documented in Tundra and Lexus LX600 with V35A-FTS. Severe knocking, oil pressure loss, engine failure., Wastegate Actuator Failure (2022-2023). Power: 389 PS.

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 3rd Gen have? +
The Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen has 3 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: V35A-FTS (3.5L Twin-Turbo V6). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the V35A-FTS (3.5L Twin-Turbo V6).
Which Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen — rated: "Decent". {description} 389 hp from 3.5L turbo: technically impressive, but 2022-2023 with serious manufacturing defect (recall, engine replacement). Corrected from 2024. Buyers: check recall status.
Is the Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen worth buying used? +
The Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen? +
The Toyota Tundra 3rd Gen is available with engine variants from 389 to 443 hp. Petrol: V35A-FTS (3.5L Twin-Turbo V6).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee