Table 1 shows one common exterior lighting related problems of the 2023 Toyota Tundra.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting problems |
Manufacturer recall number25tb06 NHTSA recall number25v322 date of recall may 15,2025 it has been almost one year since this safety recall and there is still no fix. The manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for the vehicle in a timely manner. The driver’s view to the rear can be limited when backing during low ambient light conditions, and there may be no indication to others that the vehicle is operating in reverse. This can increase the risk of a crash.
Vehicle is subject to two active safety recalls, both listed as “remedy not available. ” one recall involves a potential engine defect related to manufacturing debris, which may result in engine damage and sudden loss of motive power. Manufacturer recall documentation indicates this condition may increase the risk of a stall, particularly under sustained load such as towing or highway operation. A second recall involves reverse lamp failure, which reduces rear visibility and may increase the risk of a crash when backing. No failure event has occurred. However, both safety defects remain unresolved, and no repair or timeline for remedy has been provided. The vehicle is used for towing and hauling, which requires sustained engine load. Due to the risk of engine stall under load and the absence of manufacturer guidance regarding safe operation, use of the vehicle for towing and long-distance travel has been limited. These conditions have been confirmed through manufacturer recall notices. The vehicle has not been repaired because a remedy is not yet available. No warning lights or symptoms have been observed. The concern is based on the nature of the defects described in the recall and the lack of available repair or operational guidance.
I received recall (Nov 2025) for engine replacement due to safety failure of the engine and Toyota still does not have replacement. Also received recall for reverse lights that are still not avaialble (Feb 2025).
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v322000 (exterior lighting); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that the part was not yet available for the recall repair. The contact stated that the parts were supposed to be available in October 2025; however, the were still not yet available. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v322000 (exterior lighting) and 25v767000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v657000 (back over prevention), 25v322000 (exterior lighting), and 25v767000 (engine and engine cooling); however, parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph in stop-and-go traffic, the engine failed to operate as needed, and the contact was able to coast into a nearby parking lot, where the vehicle became immobile. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and confirmed and not received a report from the dealer. A case was opened with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 34,736.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v322000 (exterior lighting) and 25v767000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle registration was scheduled for renewal in January 2026; however, the renewal might not be approved with open recalls. The manufacturer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v566000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 25v322000 (exterior lighting); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair and the vehicle was inspected. The contact was informed that the parts needed to be ordered, and the parts were ordered. The dealer contacted the contact, and the contact was informed that the parts were available. The contact scheduled an appointment for the recall repair however, when the vehicle was taken to the dealer, the contact was informed that the parts were sold. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v322000 (exterior lighting). The contact became aware that water was entering into the vehicle through the taillight assembly. Whenever water entered the vehicle, the taillights and turn signals failed to function as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The turn signal were blinking quickly during the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact replaced the taillight independently. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
There are 2 recalls on my 2023 Toyota tunda, one was filed on 5/25/25 (approaching a year ago) and the other was filed on 11/6/25 and there is no remedy yet on either one of these issues. The 11/6/25 recall, on my notice they stated the remedy would be ready at the end of January or early February and there is no remedy yet. The other one from may is approaching a year from the notice. I am concerned that if these both warranted a safety recall, that with so much time passing, it continues to put me and my family's safety on hold while I feel Toyota is dragging their feet and not being held accountable for following through with these known recall issues.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v767000 (engine and engine cooling) and 25v322000 (exterior lighting); however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact stated that while driving 50-60 mph, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and failed to exceed 20 mph. The contact safely exited the highway and drove to the destination. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the fuel injectors and other unknown parts were inspected, and an unknown diagnosis and repairs were completed after 3-4 weeks. The dealer confirmed that the parts for the recall repairs were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the part for NHTSA campaign number: 25v767000 (engine and engine cooling) was anticipated to be available in January 2026. The failure mileage was approximately 17,000.
Recall has been out almost a year and no remedy. Does not seem like a timely manner for back up lights.