2008 Toyota Tundra vs 2009 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 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | 2009 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 326 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 280 | 236 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 48,018 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tundra | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 77 | 5 |
| Structure | 56 | 1 |
| Power Train | 46 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 4 |
| Engine | 36 | 5 |
| Suspension | 29 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 39 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 17 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
2008 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.