Is the 2021 TOYOTA Tundra safe to drive?

The 2021 TOYOTA Tundra has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS recall for the 2021 TOYOTA Tundra? (Campaign #21V688000)

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector. An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire. Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.

NHTSA Campaign 21V688000 Recall Details

Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

What Happened

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.

Risk if Unfixed

An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.

Free Fix

Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.

Campaign 21V688000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Affected Vehicles