2021 Toyota Tundra Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Toyota Tundra has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (6 reports).

2Recalls
24Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2021 Toyota Tundra recalls

Power Steering Leak Can Cause Sudden Loss of Assist

Recall 21V920Nov 23, 202122,462 vehicles affected

The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can allow oil to leak from the system.

Headlight Wiring May Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 21V688Sep 2, 2021158,489 vehicles affected

Certain 2018-2021 Toyota Tundra trucks have headlight electrical circuits that may power the high and low beams at the same time.

Most common 2021 Toyota Tundra problems

Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other6
Electrical System4
Seats4
Visibility/Wiper3
Exterior Lighting2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Structure2
Steering2
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1

What owners report

2026-08-14, Tires
The TPMS display went thermal. It blew smoke out of the unit that is mounted to the drivers side front windshield. We were able to disconnect USB power to the device and roll the windows down to ventilate the cabin and ultimately remove the device from the windshield and isolate it. If we would not have been in the vehicle at the time of the failure this could have been a catastrophic failure between the solar collector and the LiFePO4 battery going thermal. There has been no inspection of the vehicle as we were able to remove the device prior to any serious damage. There were no warnings, the TPMS display simply went dark and quite reporting tire data, then a strong burning smell followed b
2026-01-29, Fuel/Propulsion System
Were were driving, my 2021 Toyota Tundra, just stopped running. No check engine lights had come on until the engine stalled as we coasted to a stop on the side of the road. We had it towed to the Central Maine Motor in Waterville, Maine 04901. Central Maine Motor -Toyota service just got my truck in to a service bay today 1/29/26 and in formed me the failure was due to the fuel pressure module and a fuel pump failure. Toyota has other years of vehicles that they have issues recalls for and my truck has the same fuel system and fuel pump as in those year vehicles, but no recalls for my truck, a 2021 Toyota Tundra built in Sept/Oct of 2020. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM
2026-01-06, Air Bags
Airbag , it was bad accident on freeway , but my car airbag did not work.car did not inspect with dealer , they were not any waring sign
2025-10-11, Electrical System
When I turn the key to crank my radio doesn’t come on , A/C won’t blow and I have to jiggle the keys or restart it to end the issue. My husband has witnessed thi happen many times. Scared I might have an electrical issue. Contact me back for assistance to me for this issue please. It doesn’t happen every time either.
2025-03-21, Power Train
The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly hesitated and jolted, prompting the contact to discontinue driving the vehicle. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 48,000.

2021 Toyota Tundra questions

Does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota Tundra: Power Steering Leak Can Cause Sudden Loss of Assist; Headlight Wiring May Overheat and Cause a Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Toyota Tundra?

Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (6), Electrical System (4), Seats (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.

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