2023 Toyota Tundra brakes problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Aug 21, 2026MABrakesEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Ive been waiting for years for the previous recalls I have been informed about to get fixed. Feul system,brake lights.Was told by Toyota that someone would call me to come to get them taken care of. In the meantime, constantly checking that my brake lights are working before departing on any excursions in truck & patiently waiting for toyota to reach out when they were gonna fix the first 2 recalls that I was notified about. I can't recall the date exactly, but I was driving…

   NHTSA complaint #11758505 · source
2. Filed Aug 14, 2026TXBrakesTransmission & Drivetrain

   As many have spoken about already, I have the hesitation or lag from stop or rolling at very slow speeds. I kind of learned to live with it but feel it's getting worse. My wife had to drive the truck, and she said it was very scary and did not feel safe. I know it is not the engine as I had it replaced and problem is still very much there! There have been so many issues with this truck. Brakes have never stopped squeaking; one dealership guy told me it is the cheap pads…

   NHTSA complaint #11756896 · source
3. Filed Mar 7, 2026RIBrakesEngine

   My Tundra has been having lagged throttle after takeoff for a few months now going into 2026. My truck is slightly over 50k Miles and did well for the first 40k Miles. Last week it went limp and gave a loss of Power Warning and Check engine light came on. Then the very next day a parking brake assist warning came on. I brought it to the dealer and after 4 days they couldn't replicate the warning light but seen that the Turbo had failure. They said they could not change the…

   NHTSA complaint #11722725 · source
4. Filed Dec 13, 2025TXFireBrakesFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   We recently had an engine failure in our 2023 Toyota Tundra ([XXX]). Then on [XXX] the truck caught fire while we were driving in Arkansas. The fire caused the brakes to fail completely, and we wound up jumping from the still moving truck. The truck and contents were a total loss. Since then, Toyota has completed their investigation and stated they are unable to determine the cause of the fire INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C.…

   NHTSA complaint #11704837 · source
5. Filed Dec 10, 2025AZBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

   The truck “detected” a warning collision when there was no one in front of me which made the engine lag. There for causing me to come to an abrupt stop from 40 mph. I stepped on the gas to get back up to speed with traffic beside and behind me and there was no power almost causing an accident. This is the 3rd time this truck has done this in 6 months.

   NHTSA complaint #11704293 · source
6. Filed Oct 30, 2025NJBrakes

   Toyota requires the ABS system to be recalibrated. The only way is by going to a Toyota dealership and having the technicians use the fancy expensive diagnostic tools and computer software. I got my brakes changed by a reputable shop. However, I did not know whether they knew this or not. Now my front passenger pad is always rubbing on the rotor. These issues may cause high fuel consumption, strain on the transmission and driveline components, and even the possibility of…

   NHTSA complaint #11696495 · source
7. Filed Jun 30, 2025MDBrakesFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionWheels & Tires

   Engine is misfiring, truck vibrates when breaking when accelerating the engine cuts out dealership confirmed at service on 2/4/2025 that sensor needs to be replaced, need breaks, four tire rotation No No

   NHTSA complaint #11670285 · source
8. Filed Jun 20, 202525,600 miLABrakes

   The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, there was an abnormally loud sound coming the brakes. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The contact was referred by the…

   NHTSA complaint #11668205 · source
9. Filed May 12, 2025SCFireBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   On February 25, 2025, I took my 2023 Toyota Tundra VIN# [XXX] to Stokes Toyota Beaufort, SC, for its 45,000-mile service. Just 300 meters after leaving the dealership, my truck caught fire, causing significant damage and putting my safety at risk. I am sharing pictures of the incident and the warning messages I received on the dashboard. I was on my way back to the dealership when this happened. At first, the truck was shaking and losing power. I managed to make a U-turn to…

   NHTSA complaint #11660522 · source
10. Filed Jan 25, 2025ILBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

    The engine has 13,441 miles on it and it has been consuming 4 quarts of oil in 1700 miles. The dealer sealed the engine and is performing an oil consumption test. Approximately 500 mile into the test the check engine light started flashing due to a misfire. The dealer found that the #1plug was fouled out and had to be replaced. At 1029 miles into the test the truck was idling in a parking lot for about 8 minutes when it started to misfire and stumble. After stepping on the…

    NHTSA complaint #11638474 · source
11. Filed Dec 27, 20244 miLABrakes

    The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that since purchasing the vehicle, new, they noticed that when applying the brake pedal there would be a loud squeaking sound emitting from the vehicle. The failure was most prominent after the initial startup and when driving during rainy weather conditions. The contact stated the noise had increased in volume over time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the brakes had failed and needed to be…

    NHTSA complaint #11632698 · source
12. Filed Sep 17, 2024TNBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

    There are many incidents, issues, and critical safety problems with my vehicle. I have had multiple repair attempts, with multiple Toyota Car Dealerships, and have continued to have the same amount of problems, and issues with this vehicle. Multiple leaks of fuel, smells of gas and burning, odometer reads brakes failing, and danger lights, Transmission shifting issues, Engine knocking while driving and at a complete stop, Brake issues, By the grace of God my family and I…

    NHTSA complaint #11615117 · source

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