2024 Toyota Tundra: engine failure

Filed Oct 8, 2026 · Engine · NJ

While driving, engine seized. Truck only has 33,700 miles and has been maintained regularly.

Filed Sep 28, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · SC

On Saturday, XXX, while driving on [XXX] toward [XXX], our 2024 Toyota Tundra (VIN: [XXX]) lost power and stalled at highway speeds with the warning: "Ignition On / Engine Off – Stop in a safe place." I made an emergency lane change with 6 vehicles trailing closely. After smoke expelled during restart attempts, Toyota Roadside towed the truck to Goldsboro Toyota at 5:15 PM. On Monday,XXX, Goldsboro Toyota exhibited negligent, misleading treatment. A receptionist falsely claimed they "ordered a new engine" for the recall and refused to release the truck to Midlands Toyota near our home in [XXX]. Despite written instructions on the intake form, we waited 7 hours with no update. On Friday, XXX, Toyota Corporate contradicted the dealer, confirming no technical remedy or engine currently exists for active federal Safety Recall 25TA14 (the federal safety agency [XXX]). This catastrophic engine failure created an extreme safety hazard that severely triggered my wife’s diagnosed ADHD and depression (Eggshell Plaintiff Doctrine). The dealer’s refusal to release our truck also disrupted my work during a critical corporate shareholder transition. Under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and state breach of warranty laws, we demand a Full Manufacturer Repurchase (Buyback): 1. Full payoff of our remaining loan balance to our lender. 2. Complete refund of all out-of-pocket payments: down payment, all $824 monthly payments, sales taxes, and county fees. 3. Full reimbursement for direct expenses and tax penalties. 4. Non-economic cash settlement for severe hardship, safety risks, and aggravated emotional distress. 5. 100% coverage of all statutory attorney’s fees as required by law. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Sep 23, 2026 · Engine · OK

When I was driving the engine failed . I have a 2024 hybrid, they are fixing the engine and parts but my frustration is 2024 gas tundra had a recall on the engine and they got a whole new engine with extra warranty , and I'm the first hybrid to have engine fail and since they haven't put a recall out I only get 1 year warranty and they are just replacing the parts not the whole engine . I'm concerned it can happen again past the one year warranty . They need to put out a recall on the hybrids too

Filed Sep 11, 2026 · Engine · AZ

* 2024 Toyota Tundra Limited non hybrid TRD Off Road with 43k miles with catastrophic engine failure with no warning. Started as a very slight ticking sound while doing about 60 mph level to slightly downhill. * I could only hear it with very light throttle input (between 2 and 5%). Past 5% and at 0 pedal there was nothing. This went on for about 1 minute then it started to get significantly louder and more noticeable with throttle input and while starting to go uphill. * Shortly after it started catastrophically knocking with dash saying loss of power and oil pressure. * I get it stopped and it immediately shut down on its own. Due to very little warning I was forced to pull over on a right curve of a highway potentially putting my family and as well as passing traffic in danger. * Engine leaking oil. Couldn’t find anything obvious where the oil was coming from. After doing some research it seems like the front and main crank seals started leaking. More noticeable on the rear seal. This was a dangerous situation because oil was leaking on the hot exhaust and could have cased a fire on the side of a highway. * The Toyota dealer has possession of the vehicle for repairs. They have not stated if it is possible to be available for inspection. * The dealer has inspected the vehicle and is in the process of ordering a replacement engine.

Filed Sep 7, 2026 · Engine · NC

I am writing to formally express my concern regarding my 2024 Toyota Tundra, VIN [XXX], and the engine recall involving certain 2024 Tundra vehicles. I am very concerned about the possibility of engine damage or failure related to machining debris and the potential for loss of power while driving. This is a major safety concern, especially considering the vehicle is relatively new. I would like Toyota to confirm whether my VIN is included in the recall and provide a clear explanation of the required repair or inspection process. If my truck is affected, I am requesting that the recall repair be completed as soon as possible at no cost to me. I would also like confirmation regarding whether Toyota will provide a loaner or rental vehicle if my truck must remain at the dealership for an extended period, particularly if an engine replacement is required. Please document this complaint and provide me with a written response explaining the next steps and expected resolution. Thank you, [XXX] Vehicle: 2024 Toyota Tundra VIN: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Aug 30, 2026 · Engine · TX

Total engine failure in v35a at 65- 70 mph which dealer has confirmed was due to main bearing failure. Inability to accelerate vehicle in heavy traffic lead to extreme unsafe situation. No warning lamps came on until after the vehicle completed stopped running. Both the manufacturer and the federal safety agency are well aware of the continued problems with these engines and the unsafe failure. The only warning ‘hybrid system malfunction “( which has nothing to do with dealer performed diagnostic of metal in oil pan failed main bearing) came on after the truck was inoperable.

Filed Aug 25, 2026 · Engine, Lights · NY

engine knocks on start up or is very rough. the truck only has 8200 miles on it. i’m waiting for the recall to be processed but it’s been 2 years and i’m still waiting. i want to sell the truck because im afraid of it breaking down when i need it. but no one wants to buy the truck based on issues with the engines Toyota put in the trucks. how long do i have to wait for a new engine with the same design flaw? why is this issue taking so long to be rectified.How long do i have to wait for the back up light s issue to be resolved also? that’s also been 2 years! who’s sleeping at the wheel here to put pressure on Toyota?

Filed Aug 22, 2026 · Engine · AK

“Before purchasing the vehicle new, I specifically asked the selling dealership about the known engine-related stop-sale concerns affecting Toyota Tundras. I was advised that the applicable issue involving this vehicle had been addressed and that the truck had been cleared for sale. The vehicle was subsequently sold to me as new. At approximately 5,141 miles, an independent repair facility documented gold-colored shavings/material in the engine oil filter. The filter has been preserved. My VIN currently shows no unrepaired recall. I have formally notified Toyota Motor Sales and requested that Toyota identify what stop-sale, recall, inspection, remedy, or other corrective procedure was performed on this specific VIN before it was released for sale. The composition and source of the material have not yet been determined. I am concerned that, if the material represents abnormal internal engine wear, the condition could potentially result in engine failure and loss of motive power while driving.

Filed Aug 18, 2026 · Engine · NJ

July 31, 2026 driving on the Garden State Parkway in NJ in traffic at 65 mph in the far left lane, my engine seized without warning. The car started beeping and the dash lit up something like engine stopped low steering power. I had to maneuver across 2 lanes of high-speed traffic with no power, limited steering and brakes. Then coasted to a stop and tried to restart the engine. Only a click, nothing. After that I had to wait on the side of the highway for 20-30 minutes with cars speeding by only inches away so fast it shook the truck. One miscalculation by a driver could have resulted in a crash I was towed to my house, then towed to Toyota dealer. They confirmed my engined seized due to recall 25TB14 SAFETY RECALL - 25TA14 (INTERIM NOTICE 25TB14) and replaced the engine. Vehicle had 22,3xx miles when it failed and was less than 2 years old.

Filed Aug 14, 2026 · Engine · 49,367 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V767000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, with the message " Check Power Steering " displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle then stalled. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road through traffic and parked safely. The vehicle failed to restart. The contact exited the vehicle and inspected the vehicle but found no fault with the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with possible engine failure, which was associated with the open recall. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,367.

Filed Aug 13, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · TX

While driving, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled and lost power. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership for diagnosis, where the same stalling condition was reproduced and confirmed during a dealer road test. The vehicle had to be towed back to the dealership, where the engine was found to be seized. The sudden loss of power while driving created a serious safety concern because the vehicle could become disabled without warning and lose motive power in traffic. The failure was confirmed by the authorized dealership, and the vehicle and engine were available for inspection during the repair process. There were no known warning lamps, diagnostic messages, or other clear advance warnings that would have allowed me to anticipate the engine failure before the vehicle stalled.

Filed Aug 13, 2026 · Engine · NC

Complete catastrophic engine failure at 36,514 miles on July 2, 2026, while the vehicle was being driven. There were no warning lamps, messages, knocking, or other symptoms prior to the failure - a sudden and total loss of motive power while the vehicle was in motion, creating a serious risk of a crash. The vehicle was towed to a franchised Toyota dealership (Hendrick Toyota Concord, Concord, NC), where the dealer confirmed the engine failure. The failure is consistent with the engine machining debris / #1 main bearing defect described in the federal safety agency Recall Nos. 24V‑381 and 25V‑767 and the related Toyota campaigns (25TB14/25TA14). As of this filing, the vehicle has been out of service at the dealership for more than 40 days with no replacement engine allocated and no repair date provided. A Toyota corporate case (#260805003088) is open. The vehicle and failed engine are available for inspection at the dealership.