Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Toyota Tundra. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Oil Leak May Cause a Loss of Power Steering Assist
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
- Consequence
- An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
Headlight Electrical Connector May Overheat
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.
- Consequence
- An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.
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Owner complaints (24)
24 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 24 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 6 | 25% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 16.7% |
| Seats | 4 | 16.7% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 12.5% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 8.3% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 8.3% |
| Steering | 2 | 8.3% |
| Structure | 2 | 8.3% |
| Air bags | 1 | 4.2% |
| Engine | 1 | 4.2% |
How 2021 compares with other Tundra years
Best and worst Tundra years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 78 | 5 |
| 2018 | 100 | 8 |
| 2019 | 74 | 9 |
| 2020 | 46 | 4 |
| 2021 | 24 | 2 |
| 2022 | 428 | 13 |
| 2023 | 408 | 13 |
| 2024 | 342 | 10 |
| 2025 | 135 | 5 |
| 2026 | 32 | 1 |
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.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2021 Toyota Tundra pu/cc 2wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 15 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,450
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 601 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | $4,450 | 601 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 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 2021 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
2021 Toyota Tundra FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 21V920000 (steering), 21V688000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Toyota Tundra problems?
Owners filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (6), Electrical system (4), Seats (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2021 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA rates the 5.7 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 13 city, 17 highway and 15 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2021 Toyota Tundra get?
NHTSA rated the 2021 Toyota Tundra pu/cc 2wd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (21.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2021 Tundra compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Toyota Tundra model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (24) and the 2018 the most (100). The 2021 drew 24. 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.