2015 Toyota Tundra: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Toyota Tundra: 4 recalls, 50 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 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.
Equipment, Tires Vehicle recall #15V315000 · 2015 · 144 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles have a tire placcard that incorrectly states the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) no. 110, "tire selection and rims and motor home/recreation vehicle trailer load carrying capacity information for motor vehicles with a gvwr of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
Why it matters: If the operator inflates the tires according to the information on the tire placard, the tires May be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure which could result in a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners, and dealers will install a new tire placard with the correct cold tire inflation pressure information, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015.
Equipment Vehicle recall #16V420000 · 2016 · 4,253 vehicles
What's wrong: The load carrying capacity modification label May not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "tire selection and rims for passenger cars."
Why it matters: An incorrect label May lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Set will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016.
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. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (8): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Electrical (8): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Other / unknown (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (7): the most common themes are won't start (2), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2015 Toyota Tundra has 50 owner complaints, ranking #23 of 28 Tundra model years for complaints (well below the 247 average). Complaints peaked in 2016 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 57,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (93 complaints, 4 recalls), 2016 (120 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 17 | Regular |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 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 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 15 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2015 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 2015 Toyota Tundra problems?
Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (8), electrical (8), other / unknown (7).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic (S6)), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 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.