2014 Toyota Tundra recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2014 Toyota Tundra and 93 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (19), structure (14), unknown or other (14). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 15–17 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2014 ranks #7 of 14 Tundra model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (154). It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 7.1 per model year.
Recalls 5
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2014 Toyota Tundra. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Steering · hydraulic power assist system
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
Steering · hydraulic power assist system
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Risk: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
Wheels · lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.
Risk: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.
Air bags · side/window
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Tundra CrewMax and Double Cab vehicles manufactured July 29, 2013, to August 22, 2014. Due to the possible misinstallation of the upper tab of the B-pillar interior trim, the Curtain-Shield Air Bags (CSA) may not deploy properly in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the Curtain-Shield Air Bags (CSA) do not deploy properly there is an increased risk of occupant injury during a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the B-pillar interior trim installation and will replace it if it is not installed correctly, free of charge. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Wheels · lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Toyota Tundra vehicles modified by GST as part of certain vehicle packages to be equipped with a combination of non-Toyota-brand 20-inch alloy wheels and chrome plated lug nuts. The coating on the lug nuts may give, causing the lug nuts to loosen or the wheel studs to fracture.
Risk: If the lug nuts loosen, or the wheel studs fracture, the wheel may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GST will notify owners, and dealers will replace 20 lug nuts and torque them to specification, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Tundra. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 93,000. While attempting to trade the vehicle to a dealer, it was discovered in a Carfax Report that the mileage was over 300,000.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Toyota Tundra through a private sale. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 171,837. After obtaining a Carfax report, the contact discovered that the vehicle mileage was 186,000.
Airflow into the hood bulge strained the thinly built brackets causing them to break and subsequently causes the bulge to pop loose when driving.
Safety ratings
2014 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 4WD
2014 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 2WD
2014 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2014 Toyota Tundra.
Tundra 2WD
Auto (S5) · 6 cyl · 4.0 L
Regular
Tundra 2WD
Auto (S6) · 8 cyl · 4.6 L
Regular
Tundra 4WD
Auto (S6) · 8 cyl · 4.6 L
Regular
Tundra 4WD
Auto (S6) · 8 cyl · 5.7 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2014 Toyota Tundra, most recently for steering · hydraulic power assist system (12/23/2021). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Tundra?
Based on 93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (19), structure (14), unknown or other (14).
Is the 2014 Toyota Tundra safe?
The 2014 Toyota Tundra earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2014 a good year for the Toyota Tundra?
The 2014 ranks #7 of 14 Tundra model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (154). It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 7.1 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA ratings for the 2014 Toyota Tundra range from 15 to 17 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: TUNDRA, Tundra.