2017 Toyota Tundra: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Toyota Tundra: 5 recalls, 78 owner complaints and up to 16 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.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #17V051000 · 2017 · 72,847 vehicles
What's wrong: In the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket May be damaged but not be noticed.
Why it matters: If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper May break away, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2017.
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.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V831000 · 2017 · 649 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles May have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, 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 incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018.
Seats, Seat belts Vehicle recall #18V123000 · 2018 · 8,769 vehicles
What's wrong: One of the rear split bench seat leg brackets May not have been properly tightened to the vehicle's floor pan, possibly allowing the seat to move in a crash. A vehicle with an improperly tightened seat leg bracket could fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems," 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages," and 225, "child restraint anchorage systems."
Why it matters: If the rear split bench seat moves in a crash, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the five seat leg bracket bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018.
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. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (27): the most common themes are warning light on (5), stalls / loses power (4), electrical failure (4).
- Exterior lights (17): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), warning light on (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (14): the most common themes are won't start (2), warning light on (2).
- Brakes (13): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (4).
The 2017 Toyota Tundra has 78 owner complaints, ranking #21 of 28 Tundra model years for complaints (well below the 247 average). Complaints peaked in 2020 (15 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 16,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (120 complaints, 5 recalls), 2018 (100 complaints, 8 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | 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 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 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 2017 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Toyota Tundra problems?
Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (27), exterior lights (17), fuel & propulsion (14).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic (S6)), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Toyota Tundra repair manual?
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