2003 Ford F-150 vs 2003 Toyota Tundra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Ford F-150 | 2003 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 422 | 399 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 94 | 135 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 36 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–16 | 14–16 |
| Median reported mileage | 66,881 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 32 | 150 |
| Air Bags | 29 | 86 |
| Power Train | 62 | 35 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 69 | 8 |
| Suspension | 14 | 63 |
| Electrical System | 46 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 32 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 43 | 170 |
| Stalling | 18 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
2003 Ford F-150
2003 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.