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2022 Toyota Tundra Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 223 engine complaints for the 2022 Toyota Tundra, 52% of its 428 total complaints, with median failure mileage of 37,500 miles. Two related recalls (25V767000 and 24V381000) cover V35A engine debris contamination, with a possible engine replacement remedy.

Engine complaints
223
52% of 428
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
37,500 mi
Related recalls
2

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Owners describe severe throttle lag or hesitation of a few seconds when accelerating from a stop, sometimes followed by a sudden lurch forward.
  • Some drivers report sudden loss of motive power while driving, including a check engine light and inability to restart, requiring a tow.
  • A subset of complaints describe the vehicle warning of reduced power and telling the driver to get to the nearest dealer while on the highway.
  • One owner reported both turbochargers failing with a waste gate actuator code, causing a significant power drop at highway speed.
  • Several owners mention being notified of recall 24V381000 for the engine but experiencing delays because replacement parts were unavailable.

When 2022 Toyota Tundra engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 25, 2022, latest Sep 10, 2026.

2022 Toyota Tundra engine complaints: complaints filed per month22Jan 2022Nov 2022Jun 2023Jun 2024Dec 2024Jun 2025Jan 2026Aug 2026
223 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2025 (22).

Engine recalls for the 2022 Toyota Tundra

  1. NHTSA 25V767000Nov 6, 2025Engine126,691 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB14 and 25TA14. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB07 and 25LA07. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V381.

  2. NHTSA 24V381000May 30, 2024Engine102,092 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Lexus LX600 vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between December 17, 2024 and February 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB07/24TA07 and 24LB04/24LA04.

Engine complaints by Tundra model year

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

  1. 201040 (25%)
  2. 201140 (30%)
  3. 201263 (41%)
  4. 201328 (33%)
  5. 201411 (12%)
  6. 20155 (10%)
  7. 20167 (6%)
  8. 20176 (8%)
  9. 201825 (25%)
  10. 20194 (6%)
  11. 20206 (13%)
  12. 20211 (4%)
  13. 2022223 (52%)
  14. 2023224 (55%)
  15. 2024187 (56%)
  16. 202558 (44%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2022 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA lists 223 engine complaints for the 2022 Tundra, which is 52% of the 428 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an engine recall for the 2022 Toyota Tundra?
Yes. Recall 24V381000 covers 2022-2023 Tundra and Lexus LX600 vehicles with the V35A engine, where manufacturing debris may contaminate the engine; the remedy is a free engine assembly replacement. A second recall, 25V767000, covers 2022-2024 Tundra and related Lexus models for the same engine bearing inspection.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2022 Tundra?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 37,500 miles for engine-related complaints on the 2022 Tundra.
What are the most common engine symptoms reported?
Owners most often describe throttle hesitation or lag from a stop, sudden loss of power while driving, and turbocharger-related power loss.
Do 2022 Tundra engine complaints involve crashes or fires?
NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires linked to engine complaints for the 2022 Tundra, with 0 injuries reported.

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.