CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Toyota Tundra has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 3 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (23 reports).
2013 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.
Lug nuts can crack and let wheels come off
Certain Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles fitted with 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors or a Southeast Toyota dealer may have lug nuts that crack and detach.
Most common 2013 Toyota Tundra problems
Problem areas named in the 85 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 23 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Wheels | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
What owners report
I purchased a used vehicle from Tajer Auto LLC (listed as previous owner on my Texas Certificate of Title) with an odometer reading of approximately 138,000 miles. A CARFAX vehicle history report shows the same VIN recorded at 359,812 miles on 03/13/2024, roughly one year before the sale. The vehicle was listed for sale online on 03/10/2025. By the time of an emissions inspection on 04/24/2025 â shortly before my purchase â the recorded mileage had dropped to 138,895 miles, a decrease of over 220,000 miles. CARFAX's own report flags this specific entry as a 'Potential Odometer Rollback.' The seller did not disclose this discrepancy to me at the time of sale. I believe the odometer was ta
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the horn failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN related to the failure. The contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was provided the same information as provided by the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
My factory stock Toyota painted steel wheels rotted and I had a 6 inch long area rusted through inside the rim losing air. I was advised by my tire center ,that i took it to ,that was not safe to drive on. I called my local Toyota dealer service manager and was told it was road corrosion and was not under any warranty. What would of happened if I had been on the highway and had a rapid deflation of the tire or what if the wheel broke and came apart. The truck has no rust. I replaced all 4 wheels the very next day. These wheels should be recalled and inspected and replaced if needed before someone gets hurt.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for repairs, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 84,00 and upon inspection at a local dealer, it was discovered that the mileage was 175,000.
Secondary Air injection pumps went bad
2013 Toyota Tundra questions
Does the 2013 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2013 Toyota Tundra: Power Steering Leak Can Cause Sudden Loss of Assist; Lug nuts can crack and let wheels come off; Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs; 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 2013 Toyota Tundra?
Based on 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (23), Fuel/Propulsion System (13), Electrical System (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.