2017 Toyota Tundra Safety Report
2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Toyota Tundra
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Toyota Tundra. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (6) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (76) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 2 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Fuel/Propulsion System | Compare fuel/propulsion system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Toyota Tundra with 23 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Toyota Tundra before buying across this generation. |
Toyota Tundra Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Toyota Tundra years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Toyota Tundra | 95 | 9 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Toyota Tundra | 115 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Toyota Tundra | 70 | 10 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Toyota Tundra | 44 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Toyota Tundra | 42 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Toyota Tundra | 23 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2017 Toyota Tundra Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Toyota Tundra, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Fuel/Propulsion System
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Toyota onlyElectrical System,Exterior Lighting
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Exterior Lighting issues Toyota onlyService Brakes
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Toyota onlyUnknown Or Other
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Toyota onlyElectrical System
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Toyota onlyExterior Lighting
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Exterior Lighting issues Toyota onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Toyota Tundra
Reliability Score
The 2017 Toyota Tundra receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 Toyota Tundra
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2017 Toyota Tundra
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Toyota Tundra:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System Cold starting problems and rough idling have been reported, often due to flex fuel systems. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Exterior Lighting Headlights going out randomly can reduce visibility and safety, especially at night. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Brake controller failures and transmission issues can lead to check engine lights and potential safety hazards. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Power steering leaks and popping clunk noises can affect handling and safety. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2017 Toyota Tundra:
Issues with cold starting and rough idling are common.
Random failures of headlights can reduce visibility.
Brake controller failures and transmission issues are reported.
Power steering leaks and steering noises are noted.
Recall Details for the 2017 Toyota Tundra
The following 6 recalls have been issued for the 2017 Toyota Tundra by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017 Toyota Tundra vehicles. One of the rear split bench seat leg brackets may not have been properly tightened to the vehicle's floor pan, possibly allowing the seat to move in a crash. A vehicle with an improperly tightened seat leg bracket could fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages," and 225, "Child restrai...
Consequence: If the rear split bench seat moves in a crash, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the five seat leg bracket bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0I.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tundra vehicles equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets (vehicles with chrome step bumpers are not affected). In the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket may be damaged but not be noticed.
Consequence: If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0C.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Toyota Tundra
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Toyota Tundra with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Began experiencing long cranking, difficulty starting, then rough idling. Started researching online and found recalls for 2018 -2019 Flex fuel 5.7 Tundras. My 2017 is also a Flex fuel 5.7 with exactly the same issue. Dealer says 2017 not covered. I had to pay over $2000 to have the fuel pump replaced, ECM reprogrammed. I don’t understand why 2017 was not included in the recall. Please NHTSA cons...
The factory IBC is a safety issue. I would not tow anything over 1500lbs as the brake controller does not work. This controller is an accident waiting to happen. When set on gain 10 you can barely feel a tug from the trailer. You can't feel anything if you apply the vehicle brake pedal. On a gain of 10 it should lock up the trailer brakes, and it can't do that on a dirt road much less on asphalt. ...
The transmission solenoid D shows high voltage which sets my check engine light off. At first no difference would be noticed and it would randomly turn off and then back on randomly. After doing this on and off for the last few months, the transmission has randomly been getting stuck in 4th gear but will lower when slowing down. According to those who have had the same issue have found it to be fi...
Cold starting problems so the dealer diagnosed as a defective fuel pump.
Power steering rack and pinion failure on 2017 Toyota Tundra Limited. Leak and Popping clunk noise when turning steering wheel . Potential for steering loss and accident.
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving 65-70 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and became aware that the passenger's side rear tire was losing air. The contact attempted to use the OEM jack; however, the jack was too small. The contact used several rocks to add height to raise the vehicle up with the OEM jack. The flat tire was replac...
My 2017 Toyota Tundra had been starting roughly the past couple of weeks, I initially thought this was due to the very cold weather we recently had. It has just over 71k miles on it, so there should be no issues with this truck. Then on the afternoon of 1/16/25 I tried to start my truck and it would turn over, but not start. No fuel was getting to the engine. I did some research on this issue a...
Headlights go out randomly usually when using turn signal. Because this happens at night all visibility is lost temporarily. This also confuses other drivers. I haven’t taken the vehicle to the dealer because the symptom is very sporadic and difficult to duplicate. Dealerships will not fix anything unless they can witness the issue. No warning lights or messages were displayed. This problem has...
Diagnostic report indicates problem with shift solenoid and it’s replaceable. Dealership instead charge me for full transmission replacement.
Flex Fuel Extended Crank when engine is cold. Have had into dealer multiple times and fix is temporary. Known issue with flex fuel Tundras that keeps returning
My 2017 Toyota Tundra Limited has 107,192 miles. I took the vehicle to Berlin City Toyota in Portland, ME for an oil change. The service technician told me that the truck has a cam tower leak. The engine is leaking oil directly onto the exhaust manifold. The service technician told me that if the leak gets worse the engine oil could combust and the engine would light on fire. I regularly have my t...
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that after attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle started. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump and the CPU had failed, and the fuel pump needed to be replaced, and the CPU needed to be reprogrammed. ...
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, while the vehicle was idling in park, the driver’s and passenger’s side curtain air bags deployed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who was unable to find the cause of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case regarding the fail...
The horn stopped working. I noticed this in an emergency situation. The horn which is a safety feature should not fail especially for a relatively newer vehicle with less than seventy thousand miles.
Our 2017 Toyota Tundra has been having difficulty starting, takes multiple attempts before starting. We brought it to Toyota dealership and had a diagnostic done. They told us we need new fuel pump and the ECM software needs to be updated. There is a know problem with Denso fuel pump system along with class action lawsuit. We were told that our vehicle is not included in that lawsuit. We were ...
My airbag sensor is active. My vehicle only has 94000 miles on it. Power training warranty does not cover this failure. This happened when my car was parked and I turned on the engine and the sensor remains active.
Intermittent failure of the integrated trailer brake controller system. System indicates a frequent intermittent fault indicating a wiring or connection issue that disables the signal to activate the trailer brakes resulting in no trailer braking. Vehicle and trailer are available for inspection. I was travelling down a 6% grade mountain (Arizona SR87 MP224) an exhibited a loss of trailer brakes....
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10170730-9999.pdf It is this issue. I just bought my truck at 83000 miles and toyota would not fix it since it is 3000 miles over the emission warranty.
We were recently advised our 2017 Tundra needs a new fuel pump because it is not getting enough compression. We were told the 2018 Toyota Tundra and many other vehicles made by Toyota have been recalled for this exact same issue we are having but there have not been enough complaints about the 2017. Well here’s a complaint. I have to pay for a fuel pump known to be bad by Toyota but since enoug...
Vehicle was driven 30 miles to work with no steering issues and parked in work parking lot. Upon returning to vehicle to return home when backing out of parking spot the front driver wheel would not turn almost causing me to back into parked car next to me. I looked under the front of the driver side tire, and noticed the outer tie rod was hanging down, and was causing the no steering issue. I ...
Showing 20 of 76 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2017 Toyota Tundra
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Opened 2019-04-19 · Closed 2024-09-19
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (ACU) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) Elec...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Toyota Tundra
Has the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA has 6 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA have?
The 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA has 76 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. 1 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
The 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 3/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA involve fuel/propulsion system (11 complaints), electrical system,exterior lighting (11 complaints), service brakes (8 complaints). Other affected components include unknown or other, electrical system, exterior lighting.
How many crash reports does the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA out of 76 total complaints (2.6% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA have?
There are no fire reports for the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
1 injury has been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA is acceptable with caveats. It has 76 complaints, 6 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA are: 1. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (11 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING (11 complaints), 3. SERVICE BRAKES (8 complaints), 4. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (7 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (6 complaints). FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 11 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
Be aware of potential issues with fuel/propulsion, exterior lighting, service brakes, and steering. Regular maintenance can help mitigate these problems. The 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA has 76 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
The 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 76 owner complaints, 6 recalls, and 2 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Fuel/propulsion system and Exterior lighting.
What are the known issues with the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA?
Known issues with the 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA include: Fuel/propulsion system, Exterior lighting, Service brakes, Steering. These are based on patterns found across 76 NHTSA complaints. 6 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are common issues with the 2017 Toyota Tundra?
Common issues include fuel/propulsion system problems, exterior lighting failures, service brake issues, and steering problems.
Are there any recalls for the 2017 Toyota Tundra?
Yes, recalls have been issued for fuel/propulsion system issues and exterior lighting problems.
What should I do if I experience rough idling or difficulty starting?
Check for recalls and consult a mechanic to diagnose and address the issue.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential issues with fuel/propulsion, exterior lighting, service brakes, and steering. Regular maintenance can help mitigate these problems.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Toyota Tundra
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Toyota Tundra. The data includes 76 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 6 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, 1 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 Toyota Tundra an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 3 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16