2010 Toyota Tundra Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 40 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Toyota Tundra, 25% of that year's 160 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 13,050. A related recall (10V017000) covers accelerator pedal reinforcement, and 5 crashes and 3 injuries were reported.
- Engine complaints
- 40
- 25% of 160
- Crashes reported
- 5
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 13,050 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Sudden unintended acceleration or surging when braking, shifting into reverse, or parking at low speed.
- Erratic acceleration while passing or with cruise control engaged, especially going uphill.
- Engine stalling or shutting off while driving on the highway, sometimes with the check engine light on first.
- Catastrophic engine failure, including a thrown rod with oil loss, reported at very low mileage.
- A loose ring near the valve block causing engine stall and loss of steering and brake response.
When 2010 Toyota Tundra engine complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 3, 2010, latest Apr 3, 2023.
Engine recalls for the 2010 Toyota Tundra
- NHTSA 10V017000Jan 21, 2010Engine2,230,661 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010 tundra vehicles. Due to the manner in which the friction lever interacts with the sliding surface of the accelerator pedal inside the pedal sensor assembly, the sliding surface of the lever may become smooth during vehicle operation. In this condition, if condensation occurs on the surface, as may occur from heater operation (without a/c) when the pedal assembly is cold, the friction when the accelerator pedal is operated may increase, which may result in the accelerator pedal becoming harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.
Risk: The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow the pedal to operate smoothly. Gm will notify owners for the pontiac vibe please see 10v-018. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on february 5, 2010 and will be completed on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Engine complaints by Tundra model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems in the 2010 Toyota Tundra?
- NHTSA lists 40 engine complaints for the 2010 Tundra, which is 25% of the 160 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2010 Toyota Tundra engine?
- Yes. Recall 10V017000, opened January 2010, covers the accelerator pedal and involves installing a reinforcement bar so the pedal operates smoothly.
- At what mileage do 2010 Tundra engine problems usually appear?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 13,050 miles at the time engine failures were reported.
- Did the 2010 Tundra engine issues cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 5 crashes and 3 injuries connected to engine-area complaints for the 2010 Tundra, with no fires reported.