2015 Toyota Tundra recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2015 Toyota Tundra and 51 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are service brakes (10), unknown or other (8), electrical system (8). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 15–17 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2015 ranks #3 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 2015 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.
Equipment · other · labels
Problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Equipment · other · labels
Problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tundra vehicles manufactured March 11, 2015, to April 11, 2015 and equipped with Nitto Terra Grappler G2 275/60R20 116S XL tires. These vehicles have a tire placcard that incorrectly states the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
Risk: If the operator inflates the tires according to the information on the tire placard, the tires may be underinflated, increasing the risk of tire failure which could result in a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install a new tire placard with the correct cold tire inflation pressure information, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET15C.
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
Rear fuel tank strap rusted through and broke.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Toyota Tundra. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 127,056. After obtaining a Carfax report, it was discovered that the mileage was 385,472.
the leather trim panels in the vehicle are leaking a sticky residue.
Safety ratings
2015 Toyota Tundra PU/RC 2WD
2015 Toyota Tundra PU/RC 4WD
2015 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 2WD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2015 Toyota Tundra.
Tundra 2WD
Auto (S6) · 8 cyl · 4.6 L
Regular
Tundra 2WD
Auto (S6) · 8 cyl · 5.7 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 2015 Toyota Tundra have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2015 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 2015 Toyota Tundra?
Based on 51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are service brakes (10), unknown or other (8), electrical system (8).
Is the 2015 Toyota Tundra safe?
The 2015 Toyota Tundra earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2015 a good year for the Toyota Tundra?
The 2015 ranks #3 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 2015 Toyota Tundra get?
EPA ratings for the 2015 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.