Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 82/100 (EXCELLENT)

2026 Toyota Tundra Reliability Report

The 2026 Toyota Tundra rates excellent for reliability, with no owner complaints or recalls on file and repair costs well below the truck class.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$606

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,000–$3,650

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Cleanest record of any Tundra year so far, with no complaints or recalls, though that record is short compared with older years.

Should You Buy the 2026 Toyota Tundra?

Buyers looking at this year get a Tundra with an excellent reliability standing. It sits above average among 2026 trucks and ranks first of the nine Tundra model years we score. The 2025 Tundra is rated good, which is a step lower, and it has collected 88 owner complaints and 6 federal recalls.

There are no problems to describe for this year. Owners have filed no complaints, and federal recall records list no recalls. That is a good sign, but it is also a short record. Older years have had far longer to collect complaints, so the gap with 2025 says less than it appears to. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs for the Tundra at about $606, against $936 for the class. The federal crash-test rating is 5 of 5 stars.

Before you buy, run the VIN through the federal recall lookup to confirm nothing has been issued since this page was updated. If a 2025 is priced much lower, ask the seller for proof that each of its recalls was completed.

See also the 2025 Toyota Tundra for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+$330 cheaper to maintain than avg fullsize trucks
+Infrequent unscheduled repairs
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency

Cons

No recurring complaint themes yet.

Compare 2026 Toyota Tundra With

2026 Ford F-150

Reliability: 82/100

Excellent

2026 Chevrolet Silverado

Reliability: 88/100

Excellent

2026 Ford F-150 Lightning

Reliability: 66/100

Good

2026 Ram 1500

Reliability: 74/100

Good

2026 Ram ProMaster

Reliability: 65/100

Good

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2026 Toyota Tundra — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Toyota Tundra? Check its history first

Every 2026 Toyota Tundra has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Toyota Tundra NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas / HEV Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 19.8%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Toyota TundraRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$606

vs $936 avg for fullsize trucks

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.3

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

18%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Tundra

$606

Category Avg

$936

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Toyota Tundra Resale Value

The Toyota Tundra is estimated to retain about 89.3% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Toyota Tundra model overall and is not specific to the 2026 model year.

Value Retained: 89.3%
Depreciation: 10.7%
Listings Analyzed: 320

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Toyota Tundra depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

19–20 MPG

Running cost: $3,600–$4,250/yr

Fuel + repair

17–18 city / 22–23 hwy MPG

Hybrid

19–22 MPG

Running cost: $3,300–$4,250/yr

Fuel + repair

18–20 city / 20–24 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Tundra 2WD 3.4L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	18	23	20	$3,000
Tundra 2WD 3.4L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	18	23	20	$3,000
Tundra 4WD 3.4L 6-cyl	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	17	22	19	$3,150
Tundra 4WD 3.4L 6-cyl	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	17	22	19	$3,150
Tundra 2WD TRD Perf 3.4L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	18	23	20	$3,450
Tundra 4WD TRD Perf 3.4L 6-cyl	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	17	22	19	$3,650

Hybrid trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Tundra Hybrid 2WD 3.4L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	20	24	22	$2,700
Tundra Hybrid 4WD 3.4L 6-cyl	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	19	22	20	$3,000
Tundra Hybrid 2WD TRD Perf 3.4L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	20	24	22	$3,150
Tundra Hybrid 4WD PRO 3.4L 6-cyl	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	18	20	19	$3,150
Tundra Hybrid 4WD TRD Per 3.4L 6-cyl	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	19	22	20	$3,450
Tundra Hybrid 4WD PRO TRD Perf 3.4L 6-cyl	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S10)	18	20	19	$3,650

Best & Worst Toyota Tundra Years

Best Toyota Tundra Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Toyota Tundra Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Toyota Tundra reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	69/100	Good
2019	70/100	Good
2020	74/100	Good
2021	75/100	Good
2022	57/100	Mixed
2023	59/100	Mixed
2024	65/100	Good
2025	73/100	Good
2026	82/100	Excellent

Toyota Tundra Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	82/100	+9	Excellent	0	0
2025	73/100	+8	Good	6	88
2024	65/100	+6	Good	14	235
2023	59/100	+2	Mixed	22	321
2022	57/100	-18	Mixed	21	386
2021	75/100	+1	Good	3	23
2020	74/100	+4	Good	5	42
2019	70/100	+1	Good	10	69
2018	69/100	—	Good	9	94

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Toyota Tundra reliable?

Yes, it has an excellent reliability standing. It is above average among 2026 trucks and the best of the nine Tundra years we score. Owners have filed no complaints and federal records show no recalls. The record is still young, so it will grow as more trucks log miles.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Tundra?

None have been reported yet. Owner complaints for this year are at zero, and no recalls appear in federal records. That reflects a short time on the road as much as quality. Check back as more owners report, and verify the VIN for new recalls before buying.

Does the 2026 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. The 2025 Tundra, by comparison, has 6. Recalls can be issued at any time, so enter the VIN of the exact truck in the federal lookup before you sign anything.

How much does the 2026 Toyota Tundra cost to maintain and repair?

Independent repair-cost data estimates about $606 a year for the Tundra, compared with $936 for its class. That figure covers the whole model, not only this year, so your own costs will depend on mileage, use, and how the truck was maintained.

Is the 2026 Toyota Tundra better than the 2025?

On the record so far, yes. The 2026 is rated excellent, while the 2025 is rated good and rates worse. The 2025 has 88 complaints and 6 recalls, and the 2026 has none. The 2025 has simply had more time on the road to collect them.

Don’t buy a 2026 Toyota Tundra without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2026 Toyota Tundra

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Toyota Tundra does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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