2016 Toyota Tundra: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Toyota Tundra: 5 recalls, 120 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.
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.
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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V416000 · 2017 · 5 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a passenger knee air bag module that was attached to the instrument panel mounting brackets with incorrect bolts.
Why it matters: The incorrect bolts May cause the air bag module to loosen over time, affecting the performance of the knee airbag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: All of the affected vehicles have been inspected and any incorrect knee air bag mounting bolts have been replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 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. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (34): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (26): the most common themes are door / lock issues (5), warning light on (3), stalls / loses power (3).
- Body & structure (21): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (3).
- Exterior lights (15): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), warning light on (2).
The 2016 Toyota Tundra has 120 owner complaints, ranking #17 of 28 Tundra model years for complaints (well below the 247 average). Complaints peaked in 2016 (28 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 15,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (50 complaints, 4 recalls), 2017 (78 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 | 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 2016 Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Toyota Tundra problems?
Owners have filed 120 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (34), electrical (26), body & structure (21).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic (S6)), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 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.