CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Toyota Tundra has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 156 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (57 reports).
2012 Toyota Tundra recalls
Power Steering Leak Can Cause Sudden Loss of Assist
The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can allow oil to leak from the system.
Most common 2012 Toyota Tundra problems
Problem areas named in the 156 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 57 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 25 |
| Power Train | 21 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 |
| Steering | 12 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Air Bags | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 7 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Toyota Tundra. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 128,907. The contact discovered after the dealer provided a Carfax report that the mileage was 381,746. The contact reported the odometer fraud to the Benbrook Police Department.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Toyota Tundra. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 149,000. It was later discovered upon checking the vehicle history that the mileage was 378,000.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Toyota Tundra. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 149,000. The vehicle was a dealer sale. An independent mechanic checked the vehicle history report and discovered a mileage discrepancy. The Carfax report indicated that the mileage was 379,000 in May 2025. The contact reported the odometer fraud to Wisconsin's Department of Transportation - Field Investigation Unit, which informed him that the odometer fraud was outside of their jurisdiction because the vehicle was purchased in Kentucky. The contact stated that the current approximate mileage was 395,000.
Product almost set my car on fire, luckily I was stop at a car wash when one the cleaning crew members noticed smoke coming out from under my hood my hood , I opened the hood and the actual light bulb was on fire, it burnt my original hardness of my vehicle and the housing of my head light
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Toyota Tundra. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 137,355. The contact stated that while inspecting the glove box, the contact found three receipts that showed three different odometer readings. The contact then ordered a Carfax report and discovered that the mileage on the Title on October 4, 2025, was 252,307.
2012 Toyota Tundra questions
Does the 2012 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Toyota Tundra: Power Steering Leak Can Cause Sudden Loss of Assist; Equipment:Other:Labels; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Toyota Tundra?
Based on 156 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (57), Fuel/Propulsion System (25), Power Train (21).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Toyota Tundra has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.