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2018 Toyota Tundra Engine Problems

4 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data

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Complaints
Jan 2025Dec 2024
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (4)

highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2025

Your truck is having trouble starting and is experiencing engine misfires, which are also causing your trailer brake controls and pre-collision safety sensors to shut off. This combination of electrical and engine issues suggests a problem that's affecting multiple vehicle systems at once.

NHTSA #: 11636256
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2024

Your engine wires and sensors have been damaged by rodents eating through them — this is the second time this has happened. You believe the wiring insulation may contain soy-based or environmentally friendly materials that are attracting rats and mice to your engine. This damage creates a fire risk and could affect highway safety, with the first incident costing $2,000 to repair.

NHTSA #: 11631769
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2023

Cam tower is leaking oil. I was told by the dealership that the oil is dripping onto the exhaust and could cause a fire! The truck is five years old with only 35000 miles on it! Apparently the sealant that is supposed to hold the cam tower together can start leaking oil! But I didn't expect it to leak with this new of a truck and this low of miles! I got on line and apparently this is happening quite a bite on tundras!

NHTSA #: 11534858
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2022

The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that when he took his vehicle to be serviced for regular maintenance, he was advised that the vehicle was leaking oil however, there was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he was also advised that it was a known issue with his model vehicle, and that the failure might cause a fire. The contact stated that he then contacted the dealer and the manufacturer however, no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 66,000.

NHTSA #: 11459209

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