On the Dash:
- Toyota’s expanding recall adds pressure to service departments already handling high recall volumes.
- Dealers should prepare for increased customer concerns surrounding Tundra reliability and engine performance.
- The unresolved repair timeline could affect used-inventory values and customer retention efforts.
Toyota is recalling more than 43,000 vehicles after federal regulators warned that engine contamination from manufacturing debris could increase the risk of a crash.
The recall affects approximately 43,566 model-year 2024 Toyota Tundra vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
NHTSA said debris left in the engine during manufacturing could damage the engine’s main bearing, potentially causing engine failure, stalling, and loss of drive power. The issue could lead to symptoms including engine knocking, rough running, failure to start, or engine stalls. Regulators warned that a sudden loss of power at higher speeds could increase the risk of crashes.
The latest recall expands on two previous campaigns issued in May 2024 and November 2025 involving certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
Those earlier recalls included:
- 2022-2024 Lexus LX
- 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra
- 2024 Lexus GX
Toyota said a remedy is still under development, with owners expected to receive notification letters by July 6.
Once repairs are finalized, Toyota dealers will complete the repairs free of charge.
Owners can check whether their vehicle is included by searching their VIN or license plate information on the NHTSA website or by contacting Toyota customer service.
