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2022 Toyota Tundra Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 33 electrical system complaints for the 2022 Toyota Tundra, 8% of its 428 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 65,000 miles. Two related recalls exist: one for reverse light moisture intrusion and one for a combination meter ECU software error.

Electrical System complaints
33
8% of 428
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
65,000 mi
Related recalls
2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Digital instrument cluster freezes, lags, or resets the distance-to-empty and fuel gauge readings while driving.
  • Driver's door lock fails to respond to the key fob or interior switch, though manual locking still works.
  • Front view camera fails repeatedly, triggering warning lights and causing the vehicle to stop abruptly at various speeds.
  • Software updates trigger a cascade of false warnings, including lane-assist, brake, and crash sensor alerts on the LCD screen.
  • Front active spoiler malfunctions and stays stuck in the down position after a motor assembly failure.
  • Water leaks through the third brake light gasket into the headliner, raising concern about mold and electrical damage.

When 2022 Toyota Tundra electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 10, 2022, latest Sep 2, 2026.

2022 Toyota Tundra electrical system complaints: complaints filed per month3Jul 2022Dec 2022Mar 2024Jul 2024Jul 2025Dec 2025May 2026Aug 2026
33 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2024 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2022 Toyota Tundra

  1. NHTSA 25V322000May 15, 2025Electrical System443,444 vehicles

    Exterior lighting:back up lights

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the reverse light assemblies and cause a light failure.

    Risk: Reverse light failure may reduce visibility, and not alert pedestrians and other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace both reverse light assemblies and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 23, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.

  2. NHTSA 23V111000Feb 22, 2023Electrical System8,989 vehicles

    Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the combination meter's electronic control unit (ECU) may cause the Instrument Panel LCD display to go blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

    Risk: A blank display will not show critical information such as the speedometer or warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the combination meter ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 17, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA02.

Electrical System complaints by Tundra model year

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

  1. 201017 (11%)
  2. 201123 (17%)
  3. 201218 (12%)
  4. 201314 (16%)
  5. 201419 (20%)
  6. 20159 (19%)
  7. 201635 (29%)
  8. 201732 (41%)
  9. 201826 (26%)
  10. 201916 (22%)
  11. 20206 (13%)
  12. 20214 (17%)
  13. 202233 (8%)
  14. 202357 (14%)
  15. 202463 (19%)
  16. 202516 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
NHTSA lists 33 electrical system complaints for the 2022 Tundra, which makes up 8% of the 428 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2022 Tundra?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for electrical system complaints is 65,000 miles.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
Yes. Recall 25V322000 covers moisture entering the reverse light assemblies, and recall 23V111000 covers a software error in the combination meter ECU that affects the instrument panel.
Did the 2022 Tundra electrical complaints involve crashes or fires?
NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires and 0 injuries linked to electrical system complaints for the 2022 Tundra.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.