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2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA Safety Overview

The 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Steering:hydraulic power assist system
  • Air bags:knee bolster
  • Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for TOYOTA TUNDRA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA 21V920000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007...

An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V920000: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/23/2021
2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA 17V416000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Tundra vehicles.

The incorrect bolts may cause the air bag module to loosen over time, affecting the performance of the knee airbag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V416000: The incorrect bolts may cause the air bag module to loosen over time... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/29/2017
2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA 17V311000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra ...

Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V311000: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/11/2017
2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA 17V051000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tundra vehicles ...

If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 17V051000: If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/24/2017
2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA 16V420000

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Hi...

An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V420000: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/9/2016

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.