Years to avoid
Toyota Tundra Years to Avoid
The 2022, 2023, 2024, 2018 model years stand out as the weakest in this Toyota Tundra dataset. We only publish this page when at least four years are available and the score spread is large enough to make the comparison meaningful.
Data updated April 2026
- Weakest year
- 2022
- Model average
- 69/100
- Complaints, weakest year
- 386
- Recalls, weakest year
- 21
57/100 reliability
25-point range
4 crash · 0 fire reports
NHTSA campaigns on file
Bottom line
Why the 2022 Toyota Tundra ranks last
The 2022 scores 57/100, rated mixed, versus a model average of 69/100. NHTSA data contains 386 owner complaints and 21 recall campaigns for this model year.
Its most-reported problem areas are Power Train (90), Engine (81), Engine And Engine Cooling (35), Unknown Or Other (29). Those counts are investigation leads, not proof that every vehicle has the problem.
Inspect the full 2022 Toyota Tundra record →Evidence by year
The weakest Toyota Tundra model years compared
2022 Toyota Tundra
- Complaints
- 386
- Recalls
- 21
- Crash reports
- 4
- Fire reports
- 0
Top issues: Power Train (90), Engine (81), Engine And Engine Cooling (35)
View 2022 details →2023 Toyota Tundra
- Complaints
- 321
- Recalls
- 22
- Crash reports
- 6
- Fire reports
- 5
Top issues: Power Train (64), Engine (59), Unknown Or Other (28)
View 2023 details →2024 Toyota Tundra
- Complaints
- 235
- Recalls
- 14
- Crash reports
- 1
- Fire reports
- 2
Top issues: Power Train (59), Engine (52), Electrical System (24)
View 2024 details →2018 Toyota Tundra
- Complaints
- 94
- Recalls
- 9
- Crash reports
- 4
- Fire reports
- 2
Top issues: Electrical System (26), Fuel Propulsion System (13), Service Brakes (9)
View 2018 details →Better alternatives
Stronger Toyota Tundra years to put on your shortlist
Read this carefully
“Avoid” is a comparison signal, not a verdict on one VIN
A year qualifies here only when it trails the model average by at least five points, trails the best year by at least ten points, or falls below 60/100. The model also needs at least four scored years and a six-point spread. Age, sales volume and time on the road can affect raw complaint totals, so use the score and severity mix together.
Source trail
Where this Toyota Tundra data comes from
VinExposed combines model-level research with the vehicle-specific history you get from a VIN. Reliability scores and complaint patterns come from Auto Reliability Index's Toyota Tundra research, which analyzes NHTSA records and independent repair data.
Recall counts describe a model year, not the repair status of one car. Confirm the exact VIN with the official NHTSA recall lookup and a vehicle-history report before buying.
Buyer questions
Toyota Tundra research FAQ
Which Toyota Tundra years should I avoid?
2022, 2023, 2024, 2018 score materially below the strongest Toyota Tundra years in this dataset. The 2022 is the weakest at 57/100, with 386 owner complaints and 21 recalls on file.
Does a low-scoring Toyota Tundra year mean every car is bad?
No. Model-year data describes population-level patterns. A well-maintained vehicle with a clean title and completed recall work can be a better purchase than a neglected example from a higher-scoring year.
What should I buy instead of the worst Toyota Tundra year?
The strongest alternatives in this dataset are 2026 (82/100), 2021 (75/100), 2020 (74/100). Compare price, mileage, equipment and the individual VIN before deciding.
Check the actual car
Model research narrows the list. The VIN confirms the car.
Check title brands, accidents, odometer history, auction records and recall status for the specific Toyota Tundra you are considering.