Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2000 Toyota Tundra. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗REAR CROSS MEMBER ASSEMBLY CORROSION
- Summary
- TOYOTA IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2000-2003 TUNDRA VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. EXCESSIVE CORROSION OF THE REAR CROSS MEMBER MAY CAUSE THE SEPARATION OF THE SPARE TIRE STOWED UNDER THE TRUCK BED WHICH WOULD PRESENT A ROAD HAZARD THAT COULD CAUSE A CRASH. ALSO, CORROSION OF THE REAR CROSS MEMBER COULD AFFECT THE REAR BRAKE LINES AND THE PROPORTIONING VALVE RESULTING IN DIMINISHED BRAKING CAPABILITY.
- Consequence
- SEPARATION OF THE SPARE TIRE AND DIMINISHED BRAKE CAPACITY COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- TOYOTA IS ASKING OWNERS OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES TO REMOVE THE SPARE TIRE FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE UNTIL A REMEDY CAN BE OBTAINED. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR CROSS MEMBER AND RELATED COMPONENTS, INCLUDING THE BRAKE LINES, AND REPLACE THEM IF NECESSARY. IF THE CROSS MEMBER DOES NOT NEED TO BE REPLACED, IT WILL BE SPRAYED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION COMPOUND. THESE SERVICES WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE, HOWEVER MULTIPLE VISITS TO THE DEALER MAY BE REQUIRED. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 30, 2010. OWNER MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA/ALLOY WHEEL UPGRADE
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN 4X2 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN ALLOY WHEEL TIRE UPGRADE (OPTIONS WM4, WM8, ZL1-ZL4, DH4, OR DH5) INSTALLED BY THE PROCESSING CENTERS IN JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA OR COMMERCE, GEORGIA, A LABEL IDENTIFYING THE SPARE TIRE AS A TEMPORARY USE SPARE TIRE WAS NOT INSTALLED. THE UPGRADE INCLUDES 4 LARGER SIZE TIRES WITH ALLOY WHEELS. THE ORIGINAL SPARE TIRE/STEEL WHEEL IS NOT PART OF THE UPGRADE AND WAS NOT CHANGED.
- Consequence
- DIFFERENT OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS CAN BE EXPERIENCED WHEN THE SPARE TIRE IS INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE.
- Remedy
- OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CAUTION LABEL AND AN INSERT FOR THEIR OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
TOYOTA/TAIL LAMP SOCKETS
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. THE TAIL LIGHT SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MOLDED, RESULTING IN THE LOCKING TAB HAVING INSUFFICIENT FORCE TO RETAIN THE BULB.
- Consequence
- IF THE BULB FALLS OUT OF THE SOCKET, THE BRAKE OR TAIL LAMP FUNCTION CANNOT OCCUR.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TAIL LAMP SOCKETS.
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Owner complaints (1,011)
1,011 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1,011 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 529 | 52.3% |
| Service brakes | 272 | 26.9% |
| Suspension | 100 | 9.9% |
| Power train | 51 | 5% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 44 | 4.4% |
| Steering | 43 | 4.3% |
| Unknown or other | 28 | 2.8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 20 | 2% |
| Air bags | 19 | 1.9% |
| Tires | 19 | 1.9% |
How 2000 compares with other Tundra years
Best and worst Tundra years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1,011 | 3 |
| 2001 | 415 | 2 |
| 2002 | 482 | 3 |
| 2003 | 399 | 7 |
| 2004 | 466 | 8 |
| 2005 | 376 | 12 |
| 2006 | 545 | 10 |
| 2007 | 390 | 12 |
| 2008 | 327 | 12 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 16 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 555 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 16 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.7 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 17 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 16 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 16 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 4.7 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 16 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2000 Tundra for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2000 Toyota Tundra FAQ
How many recalls does the 2000 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 09V444000 (structure), 02V129000 (wheel), 99V347003 (lighting). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2000 Toyota Tundra problems?
Owners filed 1,011 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (529), Service brakes (272), Suspension (100) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2000 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA rates the 3.4 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 15 city, 18 highway and 16 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2000 Tundra compare with other years?
Among the 1999–2008 Toyota Tundra model years at least five years old, the 1999 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2000 the most (1,011). The 2000 drew 1,011. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.