There’s No Solution for 102k Toyota Tundra Trucks With Engine Failure
After a few weeks of scrambling, Toyota hasn’t figured out what to do. An investigation and piles of complaints claimed that the Toyota Tundra and Lexus LX had engine failure, but it wasn’t official, until now. A recall related to the engine problems was released, but there’s no fix.
The Toyota Tundra has failing engines with no solution
Toyota is recalling 102,000 Toyota Tundra trucks and Lexus LX SUVs due to potentially being equipped with faulty engines that lead to a possible loss of motive power.
This recall covers 2022-2023 Tundra and LX models. The issue is linked to machining debris being left in the engine during production. It may lead to crankshaft main bearing failure.
You may notice that your vehicle is at risk if you hear the engine knocking, it’s running rough, or it won’t start. Also, the possible sudden loss of power increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall only impacts models equipped with the gas-powered engine. However, many fear that the recall will eventually spread to the hybrid engine.
The engine at risk is the V35A engine or the twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 unit that provides 389 hp and 476 lb-ft of torque.
The Hybrid Max powertrain pairs the same engine with a battery pack to deliver 437 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque. If the Hybrid engine experiences engine failure it will have some motive power for limited distances, meaning pull over when you can.
People with vehicles at risk will be notified via mail starting in late July. But unfortunately, you’ll have to just sit pretty for a while.
Toyota doesn’t have a solution for this issue yet. Also, replacing the engine could cost an average of $34,000. But a repair will be provided free of charge.
You can contact Toyota at 800-331-4331 with any questions you may have. Also, you can call the NHTSA vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236 for more information. Visit the NHTSA website to enter your vehicle identification number for more information.
Stay tuned for updates.
