The proven V8 Tundra at its best
The 2015 Tundra has one of the lowest complaint rates of any full-size truck. Watch for rust on the fuel tank straps and the frame in salt states.
Updated November 2026 · based on 51 owner complaints and 5 recalls
43 59% below the Tundra average
5 free to fix at a dealer
Every Tundra year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Top problems and what they cost
Soft brake pedal
A few owners report a pedal that sinks before the brakes engage.
Fix: Brake fluid flush $100 to $150; master cylinder $400 to $800.
Brakes
Rusted fuel tank strap
Tank straps can rust through on trucks from salt states.
Fix: Strap replacement $200 to $400.
Body
Steering recall
Recall 21V920 covers a hydraulic power steering part.
Fix: Free under recall.
Steering
Recalls
Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
If the operator inflates the tires according to the information on the tire placard, the tires may be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure whic...
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2015 Toyota Tundra
- Confirm the lug nut (17V311) and steering (21V920) recalls show as repaired.A recall is a safety fix the carmaker must do for free, even for later owners. Typing the 17-character VIN (on the dashboard and driver door) into nhtsa.gov/recalls shows any that were never done. Codes like 18V332 are recall numbers.The 2015 Tundra has 5 recalls on record, listed below.
- Look under the truck at the fuel tank straps and frame for rust.Rust on the frame or underbody weakens the structure and can be expensive or impossible to repair. Surface rust is normal; flaking or holes are not.
- Press the brake pedal firmly; it should not sink.The brake booster makes the pedal easy to press. A pedal that goes hard, sinks or a hissing sound means the assist is failing, so stopping takes much more effort.10 of the 51 owner complaints about the 2015 Tundra involve the brakes (20%).
Questions
Is the 2015 Toyota Tundra reliable?
The proven V8 Tundra at its best. The 2015 Tundra has one of the lowest complaint rates of any full-size truck. Watch for rust on the fuel tank straps and the frame in salt states.
How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Tundra have?
5 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2015 Toyota Tundra problems?
Soft brake pedal; Rusted fuel tank strap; Steering recall.
Crash rating shown for the 2015 Toyota Tundra PU/RC 2WD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.