2009 Toyota Tundra vs 2011 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 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 38 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 236 | 254 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 14–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 70,849 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tundra | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 35 |
| Power Train | 11 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 21 |
| Steering | 2 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 9 |
| Structure | 1 | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 21 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 13 |
2009 Toyota Tundra
2011 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.