Exterior Lighting Problems of Toyota Tundra - part 1

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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.

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My right front headlamp is getting moisture inside the headlamp assembly. It can be inspected any time. Chance that headlamp will not work. Did not take to a dealer.

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Headlights go out randomly usually when using turn signal. Because this happens at night all visibility is lost temporarily. This also confuses other drivers. I haven’t taken the vehicle to the dealer because the symptom is very sporadic and difficult to duplicate. Dealerships will not fix anything unless they can witness the issue. No warning lights or messages were displayed. This problem has been documented numerous times by many different owners on Toyota Tundra forums.

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The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving 25 mph at night, the low beam and high beam headlights were extremely dim. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the high beam headlights were adjusted; however, the failure persisted while driving. The contact's friend inspected the vehicle and informed him that the led fog lights were not installed on the vehicle; however, the vehicle specifications indicated that the vehicle was designed with led fog lights. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that they were unaware that the led fog lights were not installed on the vehicle at the factory. The dealer advised the contact that the manufacturer had informed them that the led fog lights were not installed on the vehicle because they could cause a glare to other drivers when driving with the suspension lifted. The dealer installed the led fog lights on the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 30 mph with the adaptive cruise control engaged, the lane keep assist caused the vehicle to drift outside the lane to the left and to the right continuously and failed to keep the vehicle in the lane. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure occurred due to a crack on the front grill. The contact also stated that the hood molding was causing a sun reflection on his eyes while driving, which affected the visibility of the roadway even while wearing sunglasses. The contact stated that the vehicle design caused the water on the road to splash on the windshield while driving instead of parting the water to the sides, which temporarily reduced the visibility of the roadway. The contact stated that the trims on the windows were inconsistently sealed. The dealer was notified of the failures and informed the contact that they would need the vehicle and user data to repair the vehicle. The contact declined to provide the data to prevent a breach. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, bu.

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The headlights and high beams are dim . When the high beams are on other cars oncoming are not affected as they never flash their lights because my high beams seem as though they are just headlights. Also the fact that the high beams shine like headlights, there is no option for brighter lighting which makes it hard to see far ahead. I live in a rural location off of a narrow highway with down slopes with water at the bottom on both sides of the highway where large wildlife such as deer are plentiful . Insufficient high beam lighting imposes unsafe travel conditions since the headlights are dim and the high beams are how the headlights should be leaving no option for brighter visibility. I noticed the lighting being dim years ago but I thought it was just something to do with my trucks lighting until I began searching online again for a remedy and found many other owners of the same year make and model with exactly the same issue. Therefore in conclusion perhaps is a manufacturer defect. My truck is the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned, it still runs great, I keep it well maintained and I intend to keep using it for as long as we both shall live. I am [xxx] and obviously my truck is over 20 years old and runs great, it would be terribly upsetting if an accident were to occur due to insufficient exterior lighting. I cannot remember exactly what it was I had previously contacted NHTSA regarding my truck , though the exterior lighting is of greater concern now. I noticed the dimness of the exterior lighting since I have been living in this location a lot because there are no street lights along the freeway nor highway as opposed to where I lived prior. Thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to express my concerns as I appreciate your time and consideration in this matter. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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My husband and I were waking up to his alarm that went off at 5 am and he hit the snooze, during the snooze time we heard what sounded like a handgun go off so we both jumped up and opened the door leading to the outside of the house and immediately seen my truck engulfed in flames, the headlights were on and my grandson and husband both got water hose's and proceeded to put the fire out but it was so hot and we were afraid that the truck would explode if we got any closer. My next door neighbor called 911 and firetruck arrived to finish putting out the fire but the entire truck was completely melted, at least the cab. The firefighter helped get the hood open so that my husband could disconnect the battery because the headlights were still on and the battery was throwing sparks.

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At irregular intervals and at the most random of times my headlights will cut out (including dash lights & radio). It happened this morning driving to the airport but it has been months since it last happened. The road was smooth with no bumps that I recall. This has happened to me in the past while stopped at a stop sign as well.

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Led lights are loose and rattle and flash all over the place. While driving over 40+mph or going over any bumps on the road . This only affects trd pro Tundra’s with factory ridgid lights . Toyota does not have a Toyota approved repair even after going to dealership multiple times and calling Toyota USA . They will not do anything for this safety issue besides offer lemon law options . Toyota states this is the only one with this issue . I have done research and brought this issue on a Toyota trd forum and received over 100 complaints of other trd pro Tundra owners with the same issue and Toyota just gives them the run around . I brought this up to my Toyota case manager and declined this is an issue . This can cause photosensitive epilepsy seizures and can cause serious injuries or death. Toyota has already replaced bezels once and issue persist they state they have updated bezel but have no eta on when will be made available to be replaced. Toyota should make a recall on these trd pro Tundras . My Toyota USA claim number is 220519001173.

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When driving at night, the front lights of the vehicle turn off randomly. Been driving on an highway at going at 75mph and randomly the headlights shuts off. Happened 4 times in the past year.

Toyota corporate as well as Toyota of kirkland washington failed to inform me of an open recall associated with my 2018 Toyota Tundra pertaining to possible engine fire due to electrical failure in headlight assembly.

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Wayne drove the truck to work. It was an icy day in texas so he drove slower than usual. He went to pick up a part (for work) from another shop, he arrived at the shop, turned off the truck and went inside to retrieve the part for work. A few minutes later he came out to his truck and the hazard lights were blinking. He did not turn them on. He then noticed the cab of the truck filled with black smoke, he opened the door, raised the hood to take off the battery cables. The fire destroyed his dash and all electrical in the dash. There were no warnings or messages that appeared prior to the fire.

The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 21v688000 (exterior lighting, electrical system) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Headlights, taillights and all dash and interior lights go out when using turn signal at night. My and others safety has been put at risk due to the loss of headlights and taillights when engaging the turn signal. Those in my truck as well as those in surrounding vehicles are at risk because of the lack of exterior illumination while driving. Toyota dealer has not been able to reproduce the problem as the technicians do not work at night to drive the truck in the dark when headlights would be in use. Vehicle has not been inspected by any third parties just the dealership. There were no waring or messages or other symptoms of the problem before the failure. Problem first appeared in January 2022 and has occurred on over 6 occasions before truck was taken to dealership in February 2022. Truck was taken to dealership after lights went out at 70 mhp when signaling to exit highway at night.

The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number 21v688000 (exterior lighting, electric system) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21v688000 (exterior lighting, electrical system) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer who stated the parts were not yet available. The contact called another local dealer mike shaw Toyota (3232 I-69 access rd, robstown, TX 78380, (361) 238-8080) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle and a possible fire. The manufacturer was notified but no assistance was provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, both front headlights would intermittently go dim without warning. The contact then received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 21v688000 (exterior lighting, electrical system) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Right headlight leveling motor failed causing headlight to point at the ground. I now have limited night time visibility on a 13,000 mi. Vehicle. Toyota does not offer a replacement part nor do aftermarket sellers. A youtube video of one of these dismantled motors shows a cheapest of the cheap device. Auto manufacturers should not be allowed to use cheaply made items to point headlights! dealer refused warranty and wants $500+ for a new headlight that will last 13,000 mi. When the left side fails, I will no longer be able to drive at night. This is beyond absurd that a manufacturer is allowed to use the cheapest parts possible on a safety device such as a headlight.

Tl- the contact owns a 2017 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, when he noticed the front left turning signal was faulty. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact states the light bulb was melted. The vehicle was taken to local dealer Toyota on nicholasville located at 2100 lexington rd, nicholasville, ky 40356, (859) 887-4200, where it was diagnosed with needing front left turning signal assembly to be replaced. The vehicle had been repaired. The manufacturer had been attempted multiple times but had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 65,508. Dp.

The front turning indicators are too dim for daytime use. I have had several close calls with vehicles not realizing my indicator was on.

My wife and her family and daughter are hacking all my vehicles deprograming the key s live stranded at store and dr office my radio and gps ect she they control all accessories and air-condition and lights alarm my vehicles windows gps they rooted my stereo volume on radio they control I'm so tired and also made numerus police report need help to stop her from controlling all my vehicles go to store and find my vehicles windows down or cars unlock please help when driving emergency lights come on radio changes station volume lowers and in dash lights be going on and of temperature displace will have letter applier need help to stop these mad ness.

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Loud popping sound when turning the steering wheel, head lights are very dim extremely hard to see and melting plastic around them.

Drl daytime running light bulb and socket get to hot and melt over time.

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Vehicle surges/jumps forward when the gas pedal is barely touched from the stationary/stop position while in drive. I was moving the vehicle about 2ft. This problem caused property damage this morning. This vehicle has had this problem from date of purchase. I reported this to Toyota in 2013. (2nd problem,) this vehicle goes up to 2500 rpms when I turn down the next street which has a slight decline but the speed doesn't increase. This seems to happen in the morning when it is first used. I think this could be a defective computer module for both problems. (3rd) problem the instrument panel can not be read on a sunny day, you don't know how fast you are going or how much fuel you have, etc. The whole panel could be defective. I reported this problem to Toyota in 2013, they did not show any interest in these problem.

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On my 2015 Toyota Tundra,the light from the radio display is so bright at night it makes this truck very dangerous to drive. When it rains at night it makes it 10 times more dangerous. This truck needs a dimmer switch for the brightness on the radio for night driving. If you wear glasses like me, the light from this display make a glare. I have two kids, one is 15 months and the other is 3 years. I do not like to go out at night with them in the truck do to this unsafe feature. Something needs to be done about it !!!!.

I have a serious safety concern regarding the lack of daytime vehicle instrument illumination on my new 2016 Toyota Tundra (while driving, stationary and on all roads) during the day. As an elder adult who wears sunglasses to protect their eyes (on the recommendation of the medical profession) the dash board (specifically the speedometer indicator) is barely discernible. Even without sunglasses the instrument panel is very dark. I am sure there are thousands of others who would like to see the instruments and operate their vehicles in a safe and lawful manner during the daytime or with sunglasses on. I am sure the decision, by Toyota, to not illuminate the dash in the daytime saves a few pennies and adds up for the manufacturer when you sell thousands of vehicles? but. . . Not being able to see a dark instrument panel is bound to cause more than a few accidents.

When using the turn signal to indicate turning direction at night, all lights shut off randomly, leaving you with no way to see where you're going. This includes all cabin lights so you can't find the switch to turn the lights back on. This happen regularly. . Read more...

I owen a 2008 Toyota tundera I am having some problems with it the vsc off lights, abs and skidding lights keep flashing! took it to dealer they did'nt fine any thing wrong with it.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while starting up the vehicle, the contact notice the tire warning light illuminates. The vehicle was taken to dealership several times where it was diagnosed that the tpms receiver needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 84,591. Ng.

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Heat generated from the cargo lamp bulbs have melted the plastic housing completely through. Issue was found after removing the lens cover to replace a defective bulb.

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Takata recall air bags lights is on, the passager side. I took to the shop to fix, a months later came back again the lights.

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The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the cargo lamp/stop light burned out. The contact attempted to replace the light bulb and noticed that the housing unit was melted and had dripped onto the light bulb. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the housing unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,300. Updated 1/6/cn updated 01/16/14.

I had recall for my Tundra bed and there were going to resolve the rust issue at no charge. I took my truck to bobby rehal Toyota in mechancisburg PA. They broke a part that wasn't part of the recall. They told me and if I wanted my truck back I had to pay for it. I tried to resolve with bobby rehal and Toyota main office and they told me to pay if I wanted my truck and the part they broke was not part of the recall. I explained I didn't need or want this recall but was told it was a no cost recall by letter. I paid it but now I just received another recall for airbag but how can I take my truck to Toyota not knowing the outcome of the recall so I may choose to do nothing because I cannot be sure they won't make me pay again for something I didn't want/need in the first place. Thanks.

Due to excessive heat from bulbs or material too close to heat source, holes were burned into a lens casing located above sliding glass window to rear of driver.

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I got stopped and issued a $187. 00 violation by the police in CA as my truck parking, (amber lights) were on during driving in the daytime. This truck is wired so the amber (parking light lens) are on when the engine is running so to the police it is the same as driving with parking lights on which is illegal under CA vc 24800 and most other states. This makes my vehicle illegal to operate as well as a safety issue because people do not know if the vehicle is moving or not (the very reason for parking lights). No country in the world allows amber parking lens to be used as daylight running lights. This is a safety issue and it also makes me libel to get stopped and ticketed every time I drive this vehicle in the daytime.