2023 Toyota Tundra Fuel System Problems
NHTSA has logged 75 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Toyota Tundra, 19% of its 405 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 14,000. A related recall, 23V566000, covers a fuel tube that can chafe against brake lines.
- Fuel System complaints
- 75
- 19% of 405
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 14,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report fuel or engine fires while driving, in one case followed by brake failure and forced evacuation from the moving truck.
- Several owners describe acceleration hesitation or lag of about 1.5 seconds followed by a sudden lurch forward, especially when accelerating out of turns, stops, or roundabouts.
- Multiple owners report receiving the 23V566000 recall notice but say replacement parts were not available at their dealer for months.
- One owner reports the fuel gauge randomly resetting to show a full tank when only half full.
- One owner reports real-world fuel economy of 15.7 mpg versus a 20 mpg window sticker rating, about 20 percent lower than advertised.
- One owner reports a sudden total loss of power while passing another vehicle on the highway.
When 2023 Toyota Tundra fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 5, 2023, latest Sep 23, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2023 Toyota Tundra
- NHTSA 23V566000Aug 10, 2023Fuel System168,179 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. The plastic fuel tube routed near metallic brake lines may chafe against the brake lines and become damaged, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install protective materials and a clamp on the fuel tube, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 6, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 23TB09/23TA09.
Fuel 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 fuel system complaints does the 2023 Toyota Tundra have?
- NHTSA lists 75 Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Toyota Tundra, which is 19% of the 405 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2023 Toyota Tundra?
- Yes. Recall 23V566000, reported August 10, 2023, covers a plastic fuel tube that can chafe against nearby metallic brake lines. The remedy involves dealers installing protective materials and a clamp on the fuel tube at no charge.
- At what mileage do 2023 Tundra fuel system problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure among these complaints is 14,000 miles.
- Are the fuel system complaints linked to fires or crashes?
- Among the 75 Fuel System complaints, NHTSA records 2 fires and 1 crash, with no reported injuries.
- Does the recall fix require the owner to stop driving the truck?
- No. The recall record does not mark this as a do-not-drive or park-outside advisory.