2000 Toyota Tundra vs 2002 Toyota Tundra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Toyota Tundra | 2002 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,011 | 482 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 134 | 126 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,000 mi | 91,436 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tundra | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 529 | 154 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 247 | 97 |
| Suspension | 100 | 81 |
| Power Train | 51 | 51 |
| Steering | 43 | 38 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 494 | 195 |
| Vibration / shaking | 160 | 64 |
| Stalling | 36 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 19 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 7 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
2000 Toyota Tundra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.