Starter Problems of Toyota Tundra

The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, there was electrical smoke emerging from the starter. The low power and battery warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the starter needed to be replaced. While driving, there was a loud clucking sound detected, and the engine seized. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 24v381000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, opened a case, and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000. The VIN was not available.

See all problems of the 2023 Toyota Tundra 🔎.

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle was at stand still, when starting the ignition it hesitate and then start. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he replaced the battery but continues to experience the failure. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and had the starter and alternator inspected. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle continue to experience the failure. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 86,000. Dp.

See all problems of the 2012 Toyota Tundra 🔎.

Reporting a safety issue regarding the ecm, wire harness, and a sensor attached to the transmission. In particular, a transmission sensor failed and allowed a transmission fluid to wick its way through the wire harness and into the computer for the truck. In this case, this caused the truck's starter to engage when the lights for the vehicle were turned on, regardless of whether or not the truck was already running. Additionally, the truck would not stop running, even when the key was disengaged from the ignition. Upon attempting to drive the vehicle in the daylight to the dealership for service, the truck died in the middle of my street, just after pulling out of my driveway. After having the truck for a few days, the dealership determined that transmission fluid had gotten into the computer and that this was most likely the cause for the problem. The technician showed me the computer, turned it upside down, and I could see the fluid dripping out. The total cost of repairs was $3,855. 95. I filed a complaint with Toyota customer care, which was denied citing the fact that the truck was out of warranty. Toyota did not issue a written response, and I simply received a phone call to tell me that the claim was denied. I explained that an issue such as this does not happen over night and this fluid could have been leaking into the computer for years. The Toyota representative did not care about this fact or the potential issue with fluid getting into the truck's computer. A faulty computer, damaged by transmission fluid could cause a number of safety issues. In the case of my truck, it was the fact that the vehicle would not turn off when the key was removed. It would be greatly appreciated if NHTSA could look into this. I am available for any questions or follow up. Thank you.

See all problems of the 2009 Toyota Tundra 🔎.

: the contact stated the shift lever disintegrated off the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer who determined they would need to replace a bracket to fix the shift lever. The vehicle was still at the dealer awaiting the repair work. The consumer stated the shifter shattered without warning and was unable to place the vehicle in gear. Updated 12/18/06. The consumer stated the problem with the accelerator began in summer of 2005. He started the vehicle stepped on the accelerator and nothing happened. He then depressed the accelerator pedal to the floor and the truck lunged forward. Only by carefully pumping the gas pedal up and down was he able to attain approximately 40 mph. The searched the internet to see if others had experienced the problem. Within in a short period of time, he found someone else who experienced the same problem. It was caused by a loose connection where the accelerator pedal position sensor wire connects to its female connector. Which was located on top of the engine. The consumer looked at the connector and it seemed connected. He pushed the connector down hard and to his astonishment it clicked into place. Which solved the problem. The consumer stated two years later, the same problem presented itself again. Once he arrived home, he clicked the electrical connector securely in place. He used some copper electrical wire and wired the connector firmly in place. The consumer stated his best guess to the problem with the connector: was the design of the plastic was faulty. The plastic tab wasn't large enough to hold it securely in the socket and over time, road vibration caused it to come loose. Also, the starter failed. Updated 03/08/10.

See all problems of the 2000 Toyota Tundra 🔎.