2023 Toyota Tundra Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 57 electrical system complaints for the 2023 Toyota Tundra, 14% of its 405 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 26,700. Two related recalls cover reverse-light moisture damage and combination meter software.
- Electrical System complaints
- 57
- 14% of 405
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 26,700 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Owners report an acrid burning odor from the dashboard soon after starting the truck and using seat heaters or defrosters, in one case followed by fire.
- Some drivers say the dashboard suddenly lit up with multiple warning faults and the alternator failed while the truck was still new.
- Several owners describe waiting on parts for the reverse light recall (25V322000) with no repair available for close to a year.
- One complaint describes the rear tailgate unexpectedly opening while driving in gear after an accidental key fob press.
- A separate report describes electrical smoke coming from the starter along with low power and battery warning lights, followed by the engine seizing while driving 45 mph.
When 2023 Toyota Tundra electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 19, 2023, latest Sep 1, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2023 Toyota Tundra
- 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.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical system complaints does the 2023 Toyota Tundra have?
- NHTSA lists 57 electrical system complaints for the 2023 Toyota Tundra, which is 14% of the 405 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2023 Toyota Tundra electrical system?
- Yes. Recall 25V322000 covers moisture entering the reverse light assemblies causing light failure, and recall 23V111000 covers a software error in the combination meter ECU that can affect the instrument panel.
- At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2023 Tundra?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for electrical system complaints on the 2023 Tundra is 26,700 miles.
- Have electrical issues on the 2023 Tundra caused fires or crashes?
- NHTSA data tied to this problem area shows 2 fires, 1 crash, and 0 injuries reported for the 2023 Tundra.