Traction Control complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 13 | 13% | 3,000 miles |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% | 4,000 miles |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% | 24,000 miles |
| 2012 | 7 | 4% | 80,000 miles |
| 2011 | 5 | 4% | 68,000 miles |
| 2010 | 2 | 1% | 29,000 miles |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% | 187,000 miles |
| 2008 | 14 | 4% | 80,000 miles |
| 2007 | 12 | 3% | 58,000 miles |
| 2006 | 2 | 0% | 84,000 miles |
| 2005 | 2 | 1% | 191,000 miles |
| 2004 | 3 | 1% | 148,000 miles |
| 2002 | 1 | 0% | 38,000 miles |
| 2000 | 2 | 0% | 125,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (electronic stability control and traction control).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Pre-crash system does not work properly, with no vehicle in front of me while driving on the hwy, at times if a vegicle passes me on either left or right side, the crash warning beeped and brakes applied, note: no one is in front of me, this has happened a few times, since the initial recall for updates, my pre-crash system inticates its on, however, its not working, yesterday at about 2:15 pm on 8/27/2018 it failed and I hit someone in the rear and speed under 10 MPH, I was told by fred anderson Toyota of sanford nc service department that they have had some that was out of calibration and that mine should have worked wether if cruise control is on or off.. Well it doesn't not work, my truck goes into Toyota today 8/28/2018 at fred anderson Toyota to be checked again since the software recall update. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the pre-collision system would independently function without a vehicle in front of him. Also, the pre-collision warning indicator illuminated. Avondale Toyota (1005 w papago fwy, avondale, az) was contacted, but the failure could not be replicated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V122000 (electronic stability control). The dealer stated that the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Avondale Toyota was contacted again and refused to repair the vehicle due to its age. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was approximately 3,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
My 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with Toyota's vehicle stability control (vsc). One of the features of the vsc is when the computer perceives a loss of traction, the computer (without the driver's consent) attempts to correct the loss of traction by braking and/or engaging one or both of the front tires. In November of 2016, the vsc on my Tundra (with only 43K miles) began to fail and instead of becoming inoperable and doing nothing, the vsc attempts to engage the front tire(s) during routine turning movements. This causes a jerking sensation in the steering wheel and the vehicle pulls sharply to one-side. This could cause a loss of control. The vehicle has been to the dealer three times and I have spent nearly $2,800 trying to correct the problem. To date, Toyota has been unable to correct the problem or disable the feature. …
I see several other complaints here with my exact problem. The secondary air injection system relay and secondary air injection system switching valve. OBD ii codes p0418 and p2442. My experience is the same as other complaints in that my truck is now permanently in limp mode and cannot be driven due to these known defective parts. On pre-2012 model tundras Toyota has extended the repair warranty to 10 years/150,000 miles as this is a widespread problem. For some reason they will not include later year model trucks like my 2012 4.6 liter. This is a safety issue as the truck slowed severely in traffic and will not accelerate or go up any hill. Cars behind me in traffic had to swerve around me. I was stuck dead at the bottom of a hill as these chronically failing parts shut down the vehicle's power. …
My wife and her family and daughter are hacking all my vehicles deprograming the key s live stranded at store and dr office my radio and GPS ect she they control all accessories and air-condition and lights alarm my vehicles windows GPS they rooted my stereo volume on radio they control I'm so tired and also made numerus police report need help to stop her from controlling all my vehicles go to store and find my vehicles windows down or cars unlock please help when driving emergency lights come on radio changes station volume lowers and in dash lights be going on and of temperature displace will have letter applier need help to stop these mad ness
Recall secondary air injection system - Toyota recalled this part up to 2010 and has excluded the 2011. Extended warranty will not cover this part because Toyota is aware of this problem and the extended warranty has a bulletin including the 2011.Toyota will not cover this part because Toyota excludes the 2011. This is a $2,500 repair. Check engine light came on, poor acceleration then occurred, vehicle would not accelerate. We were on a 4 lane highway in town.
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.
On June 13th. My 2008 Toyota Tundra inexplicably cought on fire. The fire was located on the left side of the dash and the left front door. The truck was running, idle with the air conditioner on the windows were up. I had both of my small dogs inside. I was not in the truck . That day was clear sky and starting to get hot for the dogs . I always leave the truck running with ac on for them. I was busy working on a 2000 hino medium duty truck. My truck was parked next to the hino . I was in the hino. My client alerted me of smoke coming out of my cab. I immediately went to open the door all I saw was smoke and one of my dogs was barking the other I had to go in to find. He was alive but not barking. I removed both dogs the fire had melted my dash on the left side there was not any flames on dash just smoke the only flames where on my jacket that I had left on the floor driver side front. …
Related recalls (1)
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles. Electrical interference within the power supply circuit may cause the vehicle's electronic stability control system to be deactivated.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Tundra years have traction control problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2008 (14), 2018 (13), 2007 (12), 2012 (7) and 2011 (5) model years. Traction Control complaints make up 4% of all complaints for the 2008.
Is there a recall for Toyota Tundra traction control problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 18V-122 (electronic stability control (esc), Feb 20, 2018). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Toyota Tundra traction control problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 64,000 miles; 50% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the automatic (asc) (2 mentions).
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.