Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2019 Toyota Tundra
The 2019 Toyota Tundra holds up relatively well as a used vehicle with some concerns about steering, exterior lighting, and fuel system issues reported through recalls and complaints. Ensure to check for updated repairs or recalls resolved by previous owners.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 Toyota Tundra has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns and 74 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 4 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21E103000 Power Steering Gear Assembly May Leak Oil NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V920000 Oil Leak May Cause a Loss of Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V688000 Headlight Electrical Connector May Overheat NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V682000 Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V410000 Turn Signals are not Bright Enough/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V012000 Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V244000 Non-Permanent Text on Load Capacity Label NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V900000 Capacity Label Indicating Additional Weight NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V711000 Incorrect Weight on Capacity Label/FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V685000 Air Bags May Not Deploy as Intended/FMVSS 208, 214 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 16 complaints
- Unknown or Other 16 complaints
- Electrical System 13 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 12 complaints
- Service Brakes 8 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 7 complaints
Of the 74 complaints on file, 4 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 74 complaints, owners report 7 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Power steering oil leak
How to check: Inspect for any oil leaks under the vehicle and around the power steering gear assembly.
Headlight circuit overheating
How to check: Examine headlight connectors for signs of overheating or damage.
Airbag ECU faults
How to check: Ensure the airbag warning light is functioning properly upon startup.
Dim turn signals
How to check: Test turn signals for brightness and visibility.
Fuel pump recall
How to check: Confirm fuel pump operates smoothly without unusual noise.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises or vibrations.
Red flag: Knocking or clunking sound
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for dashboard warning lights staying on.
Red flag: Persisting warning lights
- 03
Low-speed corners
What to check: Feel for steering response and power assistance.
Red flag: Steering feels heavy or unresponsive
- 04
Regular acceleration
What to check: Monitor smoothness and power delivery.
Red flag: Hesitation or surging sensations
- 05
Braking from 40 mph
What to check: Check for responsiveness and noises during braking.
Red flag: Grinding noise or pedal vibration
- 06
Highway acceleration
What to check: Test for consistent power and transmission shifts.
Red flag: Sudden power loss or rough shifts
- 07
Parking maneuvers
What to check: Listen for suspension or steering noises.
Red flag: Clunking or whining sounds
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the power steering been repaired?
- Were any recalls addressed by Toyota?
- Have there been electrical issues before?
- Did you experience any airbag faults?
- Are there regular service records available?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair receipts
- Service history records
- Title and registration
- Highway safety inspection report
- Owner's manual
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Toyota Tundra at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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