2021 Tundra 4 wheel drive non TRD Brake Pad replacement

I have a 2021 Tundra that has just over 50k miles, has been driven mostly local to work and home, but has made trips to Florida from Maryland and to Ohio from Maryland so long drives as well.

My brakes are starting to feel squishy lack of better words. I took it in for an oil change, and the dealership was pushing cabin filter, and transfer case fluid change etc. (I have used it in 4x4 once) and pushing tires, though there is still life in them. They have said nothing of the brake pads or rotors.

That said I am thinking replacing the brake pads, should I just upgrade to TRD parts? Should I take it to a non dealership repair shop and have something else put on?

Looking for advice, thank you

 

When was the cabin filter changed?

I used the regular OEM brake pads for replacement without any problem. I’ve heard the TRD pads will leave more dust and wear faster.

 

Good to know

 

Dealers like to peddle filters. When I had free oil changes I told them upfront not to bother trying to sell me filters and other services that are not needed. For tires I would shop around same with brake service.

 

@Resnov1913 My truck is a 21 SR5 CM 4WD and I drive mine about the same as you and I changed my brake pads and rotors out at 60,000 miles. I chose Powerstop Z36 rotors and pads kit. It’s noticeably better than OEM with less brake dust. The dealership was going to charge way too much and I installed these myself no issues. https://www.powerstop.com/products/

 

You could replace it with OE rotors and pads. Can’t go wrong with that and if you DIY, save a couple bucks and learn how to maintain your brake system + bleed your brakes.