How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2010 Toyota Tundra have?

NHTSA lists 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Tundra, which is 12% of all 163 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission or driveline recall for the 2010 Toyota Tundra?

Yes. Recall campaign 10V091000, reported March 10, 2010, covers four-wheel-drive 2010 Tundras with an improperly welded propeller shaft joint; dealers replace the front propeller shaft.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2010 Tundra?

The median mileage at failure among Transmission & Powertrain complaints is 48,048 miles.

Did the transmission or driveline issues cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2010 Tundra.

2010 Toyota Tundra Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Toyota Tundra, 12% of all complaints for that year, with a median failure mileage of 48,048. A related recall (campaign 10V091000) covers an improperly welded propeller shaft on four-wheel-drive trucks.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 19; 12% of 163 complaints
All complaints this year: 163
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 48,048 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle unexpectedly lunges or surges forward from a stop or at low speed without driver input on the accelerator.
Truck acts as if it slipped into neutral, then suddenly re-engages and accelerates on its own.
Growling or howling noise from the front end with vibration between 15 and 30 mph during acceleration and deceleration.
Drive shaft thumps or clunks when pulling away from a full stop, feeling like being rear-ended.
Sudden loss of power or stalling, sometimes paired with a jolt forward, especially after the truck has been sitting.
Drive shaft separation or fracture reported while driving at highway speed.

When 2010 Toyota Tundra transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 9, 2009, latest Dec 28, 2020.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2009 to Dec 2020; peak Nov 2013 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2010 Toyota Tundra

NHTSA 10V091000Mar 10, 2010Transmission & Powertrain2 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 tundra vehicles with four wheel drive, there is a possibility that an improper weld exists at the union of the propeller shaft and yoke. Due to this improper weld, this joint may separate and the separated shaft may come into contact with the road surface.
Risk: This may result in a loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front propeller shaft free or charge. The safety recall began on march 19, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Tundra model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200535 (9%)
200623 (4%)
200773 (19%)
200846 (14%)
200911 (29%)
201019 (12%)
201118 (13%)
201221 (14%)
20130 (0%)
20145 (5%)
20151 (2%)
20165 (4%)
20176 (8%)
20183 (3%)
20191 (1%)
20203 (7%)
20211 (4%)
2022104 (24%)
202385 (21%)
202483 (25%)
202535 (27%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2010 Toyota Tundra have?: NHTSA lists 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Tundra, which is 12% of all 163 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission or driveline recall for the 2010 Toyota Tundra?: Yes. Recall campaign 10V091000, reported March 10, 2010, covers four-wheel-drive 2010 Tundras with an improperly welded propeller shaft joint; dealers replace the front propeller shaft.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2010 Tundra?: The median mileage at failure among Transmission & Powertrain complaints is 48,048 miles.
Did the transmission or driveline issues cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2010 Tundra.