2016 Toyota Tundra
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Toyota Tundra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 41 on record.
2016 Toyota Tundra at a glance
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2016 Toyota Tundra recalls 6
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Tundra vehicles. The affected vehicles have a passenger knee air bag module that was attached to the instrument panel mounting brackets with incorrect bolts.
Fix: All of the affected vehicles have been inspected and any incorrect knee air bag mounting bolts have been replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0K.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tundra vehicles equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets (vehicles with chrome step bumpers are not affected). In the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket may be damaged but not be noticed.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is …
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and R…
Fix: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2016 Toyota Tundra common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2016 Toyota Tundra MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2016 Toyota Tundra worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2016 Toyota Tundra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($33,974) with the same model 5 model-years older ($21,470), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2016 Toyota Tundra trims & engines on record
2016 Toyota Tundra vehicles on record
2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum/17945TFAY5F13GX521483
2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum/17945TFAW5F13GX553811
2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro5TFUY5F10GX515153
2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum/17945TFAY5F11GX572352
2016 Toyota Tundra SR5/TRD Pro5TFDY5F11GX513105
2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum/17945TFAW5F19GX515547
2016 Toyota Tundra SR55TFEM5F19GX104186
2016 Toyota Tundra Limited5TFHY5F12GX540136
2016 Toyota Tundra SR/SR55TFRW5F18GX194099
2016 Toyota Tundra SR/SR55TFRY5F13GX204340
2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum/17945TFAW5F17GX491989
2016 Toyota Tundra SR5/TRD Pro5TFDY5F14GX563139
2016 Toyota Tundra SR55TFEY5F14GX192908
2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum/17945TFAY5F10GX525460
2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro5TFUY5F17GX566116
2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro5TFUM5F18GX068051
2016 Toyota Tundra Limited5TFHY5F10GX536439
2016 Toyota Tundra SR55TFEW5F10GX199912
2016 Toyota Tundra Limited5TFHY5F11GX497294
2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro5TFUW5F19GX503069
2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro5TFUM5F11GX067341
2016 Toyota Tundra Platinum/17945TFAY5F16GX562318
2016 Toyota Tundra Limited5TFHY5F16GX518253
2016 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro5TFUM5F13GX068653
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2016 Toyota Tundra — frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Toyota Tundra have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2016 Toyota Tundra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Tundra?
Based on 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, steering, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Tundra get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Tundra at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 18 highway).
How much is a 2016 Toyota Tundra worth?
Comparable 2016 Toyota Tundra listings run roughly $27,995–$45,821, typically around $33,974 (from 32 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.