Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2008 Toyota Tundra owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I have a remote start system on my truck, I remote start my truck. The truck was parked on a level surface, nose pointing in towards house. The driveway drops off into a slope, but the truck was on the flat surface area. We go outside to get in it, and it's gone. It's not in the driveway and it's no where to be seen. I look over towards the creek, nope not there. Look out front, there's my truck and it is backed up on half in the street half in then the front yard. It's sitting where our mailbox should be. It is running and side marker lights are lit. I go look, open the drivers door to see if anybody is in it, nope, not a soul. It's in park, the 4 wd lo alarm is beeping, the 4lo LED is lit on the dash, however, the switch/knob is still on the 2wd mode position. I press the brake pedal and the motor cuts off. So the remote start safety features were working properly. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Toyota Tundra. While driving approximately 40 MPH and attempting to engagr the brakes, the brake pedal sank to the floor and the vehicle failed to stop crashing into a deer. The contact mentioned that immediately after the crash, the vehicle stability control, ab,s and 4wd warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle would no longer shift into 4wd. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed that there was an internal failure in the ABS actuator pump and a faulty speed sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Started vehicle. Would not shift out of park. Released lock manually and drove to dealer (6 miles). They replaced fusible link and found ABS controller not working. I was told to drive home and they would call 4 days later on availability of used controller ($300 vs $1953). Brakes OK but no ABS. Had same thing happen August 31, 2014. Had the Tundra hauled to dealership. Tundra was at the dealership for a month waiting for replacement fusible link. Backordered - out of stock all the way to Japan. Toyota had to manufacture more. More than expected demand? Both times warning lights for brake, check engine, ABS, air bag were on. Turn signals and speedometer not working. Dealership told me they had no idea of the cause. Told them low voltage caused this to happen to another vehicle I have. Makes me wonder if there are being truthful with me and if other safety systems May be compromised.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. When the brake pedal was depressed, there was a strong vibration and force had to be applied to the pedal. The vehicle was included in four manufacturer recalls and the contact was uncertain if the failures were related to the recalls. The contact planned to take the vehicle to pedersen Toyota (4455 s college ave, fort collins, co 80525, [phone]) to diagnose the vehicle and complete the recall repairs for NHTSA campaign numbers: 12V491000 (visibility), 11V148000 (tires), 10V017000 (vehicle speed control), and 09V388000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 122,900. Parts distribution disconnect.
Upon routine brake change/inspection uncovered that brake caliper mounting bolt was completely deteriorated (Toyota part number to47814-0c010) permitting the entire brake caliper to move freely around rotor. Dealership noted vehicle is not safe to drive in condition until repair could be made. Reporting this as significant issue given that it is determined unsafe by Toyota dealer, directly effects ability to stop, and is happened to a low mileage vehicle not driven hard. Half inch caliper pins should not deteriorate.....updated 01/13/16
Toyota dealership inspection reported on 10/05/16 that actuator assembly failed. Mileage 122,482. Disabiling, ABS brake, speedometer,odometer, cruise control,and displaying engine check lights for ABS. This occurred one day after replacing water pump, water hoses, serpentine belt, and fluids associated with service. Cost estimate $2642.78. Started engine and engine indicator lights showed engine check and ABS malfunction started moving and speedometer cruise control inop along with odometer.
The brake pedal feels "soft" when applying the brakes. Pedal travels farther than usual, must step down hard for brakes to fully engage - no air in brake lines - brake fluid reservoir is full - all brake pads/shoes w/90% life remaining. C1336 code keeps coming up referring to "zero point" calibration, and ABS pump. Condition is present during all types of driving - city - highway - turning - backing. Symptoms started in early September 2017.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Toyota Tundra. While the vehicle was at the dealer being serviced for an unrelated issue, the contact was informed that the axle, the bearing, and the brake backing plate failed. The failure could cause the brakes to wear out prematurely. In addition, the emergency brake failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 47,000. The VIN was not available.
I have been having this on going problem with my 2008 Tundra 5.7 4x4 the 4x4 hi/l, vsc, ABS are blinking while driving at different times. Brought truck in ran test and nothing came back. Truck also feels like it bunny hops when going out of first into 2nd gear. Toyota still said nothing is wrong.
7/29/09 driving on the freeway at 65 MPH transmission started shifting gear and MPH was moving from 60 to 80 up and back down. Applied emergency brake , shifted gear to neutral but no actions could stop the Toyota truck. My nephew and I jumped from the truck when I determined that it was slowing down and no cars were passing on the freeway. It came to a sudden stop 1/2 mile away from were we jumped. The engine had smoke coming out and it revving up and down. Towed it to dealer and they said no problem found and accused it was the floormats after their master tech looked at it. No repairs were made and they wanted to charge us for worn brakes and bent rotors which were cause by this event. In-disagreement we towed to another Toyota and they determined that the complaint regarding the sudden acceleration, worn brake pads, and bent rotors cannot be found. …
Brake complaints in other Tundra years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2008 Toyota Tundra?
NHTSA has 28 complaints about the brakes of the 2008 Toyota Tundra, 9% of the model year's 327 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2008 Toyota Tundra brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2008 Toyota Tundra, though it has 12 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2008 Toyota Tundra brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 47,000 miles, and 29% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.