Advice on a 2024 Tundra please.

I've been looking at Tacomas and Tundras and found a Tundra LTD 4X4 TRD Off Road (not iForce) with 20K miles I like. I'm having a hard time pulling the trigger because of the past engine failures and I read in forums and you tube how there's even failures in the 2024 and now 2025 models. How worried should I be?

 

As somebody who went from a 2019 Tundra to a 2023 Tacoma TRD Pro, and then had to get back into a full size for the ability to tow without having my teeth shaken out, I can only share what my reasoning was as of July of 2024.

The 3rd gen Tundra isn't inherently more unreliable or risky than any other 1/2 ton of the same year. There are relatively low odds of your individual truck having an engine that will grenade, even in the

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2022-2023 model years with the recall. That said, it also has a bunch of varying quality complaints from various owners like trim falling off, wind noise, leaking windshields, etc. Again, not anything terrifying, but enough that I didn't give the 3rd gen Tundra an automatic edge over the competition like I did when I bought my 2.5 gen 2019.

Well, if all the trucks are "equal" for reliability, then the other factors start to weigh in and preferences gain a bit more weight in the decision. Whether that is looks, sound of the engine, features and tech, etc. is purely subjective. In the end the only real edge I could give the Tundra was the aftermarket support for modding that Toyota's get. I think only Jeeps can compete in that category. With modding being a lower priority to me than things like LED headlights, locking diff., and a heavy preference for a naturally aspirated V8 it really boiled down to the engine choice and what risk I wanted to take.

Turns out; I would rather have a 5.0 Coyote and gamble on Ferd's past transmission woes than drive a Tundra that has been heavily geared for road use and gambling on a turbocharged V6. Especially with how Toyota has avoided including the hybrids in the recall and me not being a fan of the warranty situation if you have to get the engine replaced.

In the end, it is really up to your own tolerance for risk and who you think will treat you better if there is an issue.

 

Thanks Godzilla that's some good insight. I work 7 days a week right now and can only imagine if I bought a Tundra and it implodes and that hassle of getting the engine replaced, rental car, trade in value etc.

 

Yup, it'd suck. But it's the same kind of gamble with a Chevy or ram with the lifter failures, or the 10 speed in the f150. Pick your risk, basically.

 

Good thoughts.

 

I love my 24' - one thing I'd mention is toyota will pay a legit warranty claim - the others??? I know gm sucked...fought them tooth and nail.

 

Consider purchasing the extended warranty. With all the computer controls these days... that was a no brainer for me. Just a thought.

 

Went from a 5th gen 4runner to a 2024 Tundra SR5 with a TRD ORP Lunar Rock without a sunroof. I originally found a used 2023 Lunar Rock Limited without a sunroof with the TRD ORP (rare in California) but it was gone a week after I found it. Only thing I didn't know it had was until I did my first oil change was auto air dam. That's gone thanks to the CBI relay. Plus only $499 a month couldn't pass it up. Also it great to have an extra 100 HP too.

 

For me personally, after 30 years of having a "3/4 or 1 ton" trux, I decided that a "1/2 ton" will suit my needs from here to the finish line. Based on that, my opinion, and choice, is the Tundra for reliability and long life, despite the well documented issues.
I think the details of the 24, and what kind of a deal you are getting on it are important factors here. Toyota is standing behind these motors no matter what. Sounds like you don't have time to deal with failures. I understand completely that cost is a big factor, that's why the details on the used truck are important. How about a new 25, or even 26 if you can wait? What are you driving now?

 

I'm driving a BMW 4 series. I drove the Tundra LTD TRD Off Road yesterday and a Tacoma LTD hybrid today and the quality on the Tacoma seems to be significantly better.

 

An extended warranty is a great idea.

 

I understand the worry with all the negativity online, and recalls, etc. I have my 2022 SR5 TRD OR that has been great. The engine and turbos have not had any issues, it runs great. Yes, my engine is a part of the engine recall but has never had any of the symptoms noted in the recall. There's gonna be risk with any modern vehicle; high-strung direct injected turbo engines, a gajillion control modules, and so on. I'd rather buy a Toyota than most other manufacturers nowadays. Would I buy the new Tundra again? Absolutely. Like others have stated, extended warranty is your friend.

 

Traded my beloved 1994 GMC K2500 in on a 2024 Tundra Limited TRD OR. So far no problem with the Tundra beside I don’t get to drive it enough. Gas mileage is better than the GMC. Like all the new safety features and creature comforts as well. For those who wonder why I kept a pickup for 30 years 1994 was the last year GM put an actual truck engine in their pickups and I had a good shop to maintain it. As the new cars and trucks are rolling computers I would suggest making sure the grounds are tight the battery especially and all the fuses and relays are seated fully in their sockets. The Tundra had fully seated fuses, but loose relays and the battery ground was not very tight. My 2024 Venza had loose fuses and fully seated relays. Good luck with your decision on a new pickup.

 

Thank you. I'll be honest the truck is so darn big. I didn't realize how big until I drove it. It's huge!

 

Thank you for the advice!

 

I debated many options but as most noted almost all the alternatives have some possible fault that could happen.... I opted for a low mile CPO'ed Pro and love it as a DD.... great tech, covers ground well and is a great platform to build to my vision with great aftermarket support and reasonable costs.

There are issues.... my truck is in getting a new radiator... now at 38k... but so far the Stealerships have been good at sorting the few issues.

CPO would be the min protection I'd want ... I debated a 100k full warranty but opted not given my plan for mods.

 

All solid advise here. My only advise/concern would be when the warranty expired. Then it's time to eat a real shit sandwich.

 

The truck is big, without the 360 camera I couldn't park it. That said go for new. Toyota is offering great interest rates on new 24 and 25 Tundras. Do yourself a favor and do a search at least 150 miles I'd do 500 on AutoTrader, Cars.com and CarGurus. Look for new Tundras and I guarantee a high trim Tundra will be $10k off MSRP. A truck like the one you're looking at probably $7-9000 off. The rate is stupid on used now even with good credit. Plus new everything and full factory warranty. If your paying cash and you like the truck, maybe roll the dice.

 

Got that right!
Definitely trading in before drive train warranty expires, as I expect many 2024 owners will be doing.
2024+ engine failures might get a long block if lucky, suspect most will get a short block replacement. Don’t assume you’ll get a crate engine like the recall vehicles.
I see a 2026 Platinum in my future unless tariffs really jack up the price.

 

Wow. Could you please share a link to a platinum 2025 with $10k off MSRP,?
Thanks and really appreciate it

 

Search on AutoTrader.com. I found several new 25 platinums at $7000+ off within driving distance of me...countdown to end of month and 1st quarter...put a few on your watch list...actually seeing 25's cheaper than 24's. Deals are out there, go look and leave, see if they don't make you a deal in the next 2 weeks. $61,500 on an MSRP of $68,800 at a Koon's store.

 

Link please for one with $10k off as you guarantee, not included $3k cash discount.

 

John, I'm not doing your homework for free...in 5 minutes I found several on 1 site over $7000 off with no negotiation. The inventory is growing daily. Sales are slow. Effort and activity breed success. Good luck sir.

 

So, you cannot show one as you guaranteed, $10,000 of MSRP. If you could, you would gladly throw it in my face, wouldn't you.
You are full of it, aren't you!
I'm done, will not follow this thread, so, you can write whatever stupidity you have got in you, i'll not be able to read it.

 

Wow tough crowd this morning! Lol

@airbornedoc when I was looking I knew about the recall and used this to at least get some peace of mind. Just enter the VIN of the trucks you are looking at.
https://www.toyota.com/recall/

While no guarantee that later yours (or mine) won't be affected by the recall, at least Toyota is standing behind their trucks. I doubt you would get that from Ford, Chevy or GM.
I will say after buying mine it was a HUGE truck. Very intimidating coming from a Grand Cherokee. Funny thing though, the Truck gets smaller and smaller every week. Seriously once you put some miles on it, it will seem smaller. Not Tacoma small, but better than your first impressions.

Tacoma is a good choice though if the Tundra is to big. I have 3 grown sons and we haul motorcycles on a trailer and those kids will not fit in the back of a Tacoma. Lol If I was solo I would have gotten the Tacoma.

Good luck on your search. Token pic to get the juices flowing: