by New wave of recall: another 44,000 Tundras at risk
The problem with Toyota’s twin-turbo V6 engines has become one of the most high-profile in the company’s history. In 2024, the manufacturer agreed to replace engines in over 102,000 vehicles. At the end of last year, the list was expanded, adding thousands of cars, including 2024 model year vehicles. This concerns gasoline versions of the Toyota Tundra, as well as the Lexus GX and LX. Now, another 44,000 pickups that require new engines have been added to the list. The situation at the plant appears to be worsening.
Scope of the problem and Toyota’s response
The new recall covers approximately 44,000 non-hybrid 2024 model year Tundras in the U.S. Together with previous campaigns, this already involves over a quarter of a million vehicles. All of them may have metal particles in the engines that got there during production. This can cause failure. The situation is particularly unpleasant for Toyota, as this involves a brand that has always been associated with reliability.
“Engines covered by this recall were produced with additional control measures to remove manufacturing debris. We found that even after these measures, residual debris can be sufficient to damage the first main bearing and cause a problem,” Toyota stated.
Has the problem been fixed?
The company assures that this time everything has been corrected. “Engines produced after those covered by the recall have an improved first main bearing that better withstands residual debris,” the statement reads. This wording effectively acknowledges that some debris may continue to get into engines, even if the new models are more resistant. Hybrid versions of the Tundra are still not included in the recall list.
Owner reactions
Discussions on Reddit indicate fatigue and skepticism among owners. One owner, whose engine failed before the problem was acknowledged, wrote: “It’s hard to have confidence in the safety of a pickup, especially when you have two small children in the family.” Toyota reports that it has already repaired over 77,000 vehicles, but the solution for the latest batch and the expansion from November 2025 has not yet been finalized.
This situation calls into question Toyota’s reputation as a manufacturer of reliable vehicles. Although the company is actively working to fix the problem, the scale of the recalls and the acknowledgment that even new engines may contain residual debris are cause for concern. For Tundra owners who counted on durability and safety, this is becoming a serious test. Toyota’s next steps, particularly the final solution for the latest batches, will be critically important for restoring consumer trust.
