Wait for a later year or a confirmed engine fix
The first year of the new Tundra drew about four times the model's average complaints. Owners report throttle lag when accelerating, sudden loss of power and engine failures, and the truck has a long recall list. If you buy one, confirm every recall is done, especially any engine replacement.
Updated November 2026 · based on 435 owner complaints and 13 recalls
417 3.9x the Tundra average
13 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.
Known problems on the 2022 Tundra
Top problems and what they cost
Engine failure
Machining debris left in some engines can damage the main bearings and cause knocking or engine failure. Toyota has recalled affected trucks for engine replacement.
Fix: Free under recall. Outside recall, an engine costs $12,000 to $18,000.
Engine
Throttle lag and hesitation
A delay when pressing the gas from a rolling stop, which owners say nearly caused crashes.
Fix: Software update at a dealer.
Transmission and drivetrain
Many electrical and software recalls
Recalls cover software, instrument cluster, axle shaft, brakes and fuel system issues.
Fix: Free under recall.
Electrical
Recalls
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
A rearview camera that fails to display the correct image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
An electronic parking brake that cannot be engaged while in "park," may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
A blank display will not show critical information such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
A tonneau cover that detaches while driving can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Reverse light failure may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2022 Toyota Tundra
- Enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and confirm every recall shows as repaired, especially any engine recall.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 2022 Tundra has 13 recalls on record, listed below.
- Ask for dealer records of engine inspection or replacement.Some engines on this car were repaired or replaced under recalls or extended warranties. Paperwork shows whether that was done and how much coverage is left.Owners filed 54 complaints about engine failure on the 2022 Tundra, one of the worst years for it.
- Listen for knocking at cold start.Knocking, ticking or rattling from the engine, especially when cold, can mean worn bearings, lifters or a stretched timing chain. These are engine-out repairs costing thousands.Owners filed 54 complaints about engine failure on the 2022 Tundra, one of the worst years for it.
- Roll to a near stop and then accelerate; it should respond without a lag.A test drive of at least 20 minutes, including a cold start, traffic and highway, gives known faults time to show up.
Questions
Is the 2022 Toyota Tundra reliable?
Wait for a later year or a confirmed engine fix. The first year of the new Tundra drew about four times the model's average complaints. Owners report throttle lag when accelerating, sudden loss of power and engine failures, and the truck has a long recall list. If you buy one, confirm every recall is done, especially any engine replacement.
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have?
13 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 2022 Toyota Tundra problems?
Engine failure; Throttle lag and hesitation; Many electrical and software recalls.
Crash rating shown for the 2022 Toyota TUNDRA PU/CC 4WD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.