2013 Toyota Tundra: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Toyota Tundra: 5 recalls, 85 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats, Airbags Vehicle recall #13V014000 · 2013 · 3,235 vehicles
What's wrong: During modification by set to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest dvd systems, these vehicles May not have had the passenger seat occupant sensing system calibration tested. Without passing the calibration test, the occupant sensing system May not operate as designed.
Why it matters: If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags May not deploy or they May deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag…
The fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013.
Equipment Vehicle recall #13V123000 · 2013 · 7,525 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which May result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
The fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013.
Wheels Vehicle recall #14V429000 · 2014 · 16,249 vehicles
What's wrong: Gulf states Toyota, Inc. (gst) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Toyota tundra vehicles modified by gst as part of certain vehicle packages to be equipped with a combination of non-Toyota-brand 20-inch alloy wheels and chrome plated lug nuts. The coating on the lug nuts May give, causing the lug nuts to loosen or the wheel studs to fracture.
Why it matters: If the lug nuts loosen, or the wheel studs fracture, the wheel May separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gst will notify owners, and dealers will replace 20 lug nuts and torque them to specification, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014.
Wheels Vehicle recall #17V311000 · 2017 · 1,325 vehicles
What's wrong: The rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that May crack and detach.
Why it matters: Lugnuts that crack and detach May cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017.
Steering, Steering Vehicle recall #21V920000 · 2021 · 22,462 vehicles
What's wrong: The power steering gear assembly May have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Why it matters: An oil leak May cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Steering, Steering Equipment recall #21E103000 · 2021 · 151 vehicles
What's wrong: The power steering gear assembly May have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Why it matters: An oil leak May cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (23): the most common themes are leaks (12), fire / smoke (9), warning light on (6).
- Fuel & propulsion (13): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4).
- Electrical (11): the most common themes are electrical failure (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Steering (10): the most common themes are steering problems (9), noise or vibration (4).
The 2013 Toyota Tundra has 85 owner complaints, ranking #20 of 28 Tundra model years for complaints (well below the 247 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 53,250 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (156 complaints, 3 recalls), 2014 (93 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 17 | Regular |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Regular |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Regular |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Regular |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 15 | Regular |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Toyota Tundra, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Toyota Tundra problems?
Owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (23), fuel & propulsion (13), electrical (11).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic (S5)), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Toyota Tundra repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.