Toyota Recall 21V-688: Exterior lighting – headlights

Affected: 2018–2021 Toyota Tundra. Filed with NHTSA on September 2, 2021, covering about 158,489 vehicles.

The problem

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.

The risk

An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-688 (21V688000)
Manufacturer number21TB06 / 21TA06
ManufacturerToyota Motor Corporation
ComponentExterior lighting › Headlights
Report dateSeptember 2, 2021
Owners notifiedApril 25, 2022
Vehicles affected158,489
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-688 repair free?

Yes. Toyota dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 158,489 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.