2017 Toyota Tundra electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jun 5, 2026200,000 miNCElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Toyota Tundra. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was 95,000. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax report the mileage was 200,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11742240 · source
2. Filed Jan 7, 2025NJElectrical SystemLighting

   Headlights go out randomly usually when using turn signal. Because this happens at night all visibility is lost temporarily. This also confuses other drivers. I haven’t taken the vehicle to the dealer because the symptom is very sporadic and difficult to duplicate. Dealerships will not fix anything unless they can witness the issue. No warning lights or messages were displayed. This problem has been documented numerous times by many different owners on Toyota Tundra forums.

   NHTSA complaint #11634722 · source
3. Filed Feb 8, 2023AZBrakesElectrical System

   Intermittent failure of the integrated trailer brake controller system. System indicates a frequent intermittent fault indicating a wiring or connection issue that disables the signal to activate the trailer brakes resulting in no trailer braking. Vehicle and trailer are available for inspection. I was travelling down a 6% grade mountain (Arizona SR87 MP224) an exhibited a loss of trailer brakes. Taking the trailer to the dealer on flat level service experienced intermittent…

   NHTSA complaint #11506168 · source
4. Filed Feb 2, 2023GAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10170730-9999.pdf It is this issue. I just bought my truck at 83000 miles and toyota would not fix it since it is 3000 miles over the emission warranty.

   NHTSA complaint #11505200 · source
5. Filed Jan 18, 2023TXElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   As I am driving down the pickup loses power/ has no power. Was driving down the interstate and trying to make it up the Harbor bridge I could only go 40. Then try to pass a semi that (BAD DRIVER) was dangerously close, I could not even pass him. Not to mention people were angry at me and getting defensive. There were no warning lights, I took it in immediately. It has been inspected by my secondary warranty I purchased. ( Tripple Diamond 1-[phone removed] or 1-[phone…

   NHTSA complaint #11502320 · source
6. Filed Jun 25, 2022NYElectrical SystemLighting

   When driving at night, the front lights of the vehicle turn off randomly. Been driving on an highway at going at 75mph and randomly the headlights shuts off. Happened 4 times in the past year.

   NHTSA complaint #11470990 · source
7. Filed Feb 10, 2022PAElectrical SystemLighting

   Headlights, taillights and all dash and interior lights go out when using turn signal at night. My and others safety has been put at risk due to the loss of headlights and taillights when engaging the turn signal. Those in my truck as well as those in surrounding vehicles are at risk because of the lack of exterior illumination while driving. Toyota dealer has not been able to reproduce the problem as the technicians do not work at night to drive the truck in the dark when…

   NHTSA complaint #11451372 · source
8. Filed Jan 20, 2022AZBrakesElectrical System

   Integrated Brake Controller (IBC) not sending sufficient power to electric dual-axle travel trailer brakes producing weak if any braking ability. On the approach to the first red traffic signal, there was zero braking from the trailer requiring full braking from the tow vehicle risking a crash. The IBC is providing no warning or failure indicators to the user. The vehicle and IBC are available for government inspection. The travel trailer in use is a 2022 Jayco Jay Flight…

   NHTSA complaint #11448201 · source
9. Filed Sep 7, 2021MAElectrical SystemLighting

   Right headlight leveling motor failed causing headlight to point at the ground. I now have limited night time visibility on a 13,000 mi. vehicle. Toyota does not offer a replacement part nor do aftermarket sellers. A Youtube video of one of these dismantled motors shows a cheapest of the cheap device. Auto manufacturers should not be allowed to use cheaply made items to point headlights! Dealer refused warranty and wants $500+ for a new headlight that will last 13,000 mi.…

   NHTSA complaint #11431940 · source
10. Filed Apr 15, 202127,000 miCAElectrical System

    The headlights and the interior lights turn off when i use the turn signals. This has happened several times since i had the truck, the last time this happened the lights were off for about 5 minutes. The truck is being looked at by the dealership but they can't recreate the issue. This is a safety problem

    NHTSA complaint #11408278 · source
11. Filed Feb 2, 202118,000 miCAElectrical SystemLighting

    While driving at night and the lights are on auto, pressing down for the left signal the headlights go out and the dash becomes dim as if i am driving during the day which im not. The vehicle is moving when the lights go out . Please find a resolution because this is dangerous and could cause others to collide with me while on the road.

    NHTSA complaint #11394309 · source
12. Filed Jan 24, 202123,500 miGABrakesElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

    Trailer brake controller does not work and it almost caused a crash. Now it does not even shows up on display as if truck is not even equipped with this module. Extremely scary and dangerous when towing 6000ib behind you and your trailer brakes fail to engage. Internet is bussing with tundra owners with same issue.

    NHTSA complaint #11389707 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology