2015 Toyota Tundra recalls and problems

4 recalls and 51 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota Tundra.

4
recalls
51
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 Toyota Tundra recalls

Steering: hydraulic power assist system · Steering: rack and pinion

NHTSA campaign 21V920000 · reported November 23, 2021 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 22,462 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

NHTSA campaign 17V311000 · reported May 11, 2017 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC · 1,325 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
The risk
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. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 16V420000 · reported June 9, 2016 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC · 4,253 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. 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."
The risk
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. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

Equipment: other, labels · Tires

NHTSA campaign 15V315000 · reported May 27, 2015 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC · 144 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tundra vehicles manufactured March 11, 2015, to April 11, 2015 and equipped with Nitto Terra Grappler G2 275/60R20 116S XL tires. 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."
The risk
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. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET15C.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 13, 2026 · Unknown or other

Rear fuel tank strap rusted through and broke.

Oct 5, 2026 · Electrical system · 385,472 miles

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Toyota Tundra. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 127,056. After obtaining a Carfax report, it was discovered that the mileage was 385,472.

Sep 25, 2026 · Unknown or other

the leather trim panels in the vehicle are leaking a sticky residue.

Aug 9, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system

Unknown Truck stuck in Branchport NY Started truck. Drove for ~20miles then died Has ~1/4 tank of gas Started truck again let it idle then died again Started truck again, gave it gas, ran fine, then died Started truck again, reversed it to turn around and died again in middle of intersection

Jun 6, 2026 · Unknown or other

BLUE RIBBON METALLIC PAINT, FAILING IN ALL DOOR JAMS. CLEAR COAT FAILING IN CERTAIN SPOTS. IN ALL JAMS CLEAR AND BASE COAT IS FLAKING OFF DOWN TO THE PRIMER. NO SAFETY AT RISK. PROBLEM CONFIRMED BY DEALER, IT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST

Tundra model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2012 315672
2013 58543
2014 49321
2015 45121
2016 512020
2017 57820
2018 810043

Across all years, the 2000 Tundra has the most complaints (1,011). All Toyota Tundra years →

Questions

Does the 2015 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Toyota Tundra, the most recent reported on November 23, 2021 (Steering: hydraulic power assist system, Steering: rack and pinion). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Toyota Tundra?
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (8 complaints), followed by service brakes (8).
How many 2015 Toyota Tundra complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 51 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 13, 2026.