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2022 Toyota Tundra Brakes Problems

21 owner-reported brakes complaints from NHTSA data

21
Complaints
1
Recalls
Feb 2026Nov 2023
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Brakes Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #22V661000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus NX250, NX350, and Toyota Tundra vehicles. The Skid Control ECU within the Brake Actuator Assembly may falsely detect an overcurrent condition of the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Actuator and enter a failsafe mode which prevents the EPB from being engaged. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the Skid Control ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 22TA11 and 22LA04.

Owner Complaints (21)

criticalSERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: May 2025

Your truck has multiple serious issues: the engine surges unpredictably, the brakes squeal, and the lane-keeping assist system is malfunctioning—it disengages then suddenly jerks your truck back into the lane without warning, making steering difficult and nearly causing crashes. The dealership has been unable to identify or fix the engine problem despite over a year of attempts and multiple visits, and they've also damaged the headliner during a repair attempt. Additionally, your rear passenger door doesn't latch properly, creating a safety concern for your children, and various components appear misaligned throughout the truck. Resolving these issues will likely require engine diagnostics and replacement, brake system inspection, forward collision system recalibration, door latch repair, and interior trim restoration.

NHTSA #: 11660295
criticalSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2025

Your brake pedal isn't responding properly when you press it, even at highway speeds around 60 MPH. You've heard squeaking sounds from the brakes, though no warning lights appeared. The dealer confirmed the brakes need warranty repair but has had the replacement parts on order for three years without completing the fix.

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NHTSA #: 11653770
criticalSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Sep 2024

Your brake system has been malfunctioning since November 2023, and your dealership has confirmed the problem during inspection. You're concerned the brakes could fail unexpectedly, which creates a safety risk for you and others on the road. The dealership will need to diagnose the specific brake component causing the malfunction and replace or repair it.

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NHTSA #: 11614966
criticalSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: May 2024

Your brake system warning light comes on and your rear wheels lock up when you pass other vehicles on the highway. This has happened multiple times, and Toyota service has been unable to identify the cause despite diagnostic visits. This is a serious safety concern, especially on narrow roads where a brake failure could cause an accident.

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NHTSA #: 11590038
criticalSERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Jun 2023

Your truck's emergency braking system has engaged on its own twice without any vehicle in front of you, causing sudden violent stops that felt like being rear-ended. The first incident occurred when your family was accelerating from a stop sign, and the second happened when leaving a red light. The dealership reset the computer but couldn't identify the root cause, and the problem recurred. A diagnostic scan and potential reprogramming or replacement of the forward collision avoidance system may be needed to resolve this issue.

NHTSA #: 11527778
highSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,BACK OVER PREVENTION
Filed: Feb 2026

Your 2022 Tundra's electronic parking brake has stopped working properly. Your truck has been subject to multiple safety recalls, but the nearest Toyota dealer is 750 miles away in Washington State, and Toyota won't pay to transport your vehicle there for repairs. The brake issue occurred at around 60,000 miles.

NHTSA #: 11715338
highPARKING BRAKE
Filed: Nov 2025

Your parking brake engaged on its own while you were driving, and the parking brake warning light came on. The dealer found that the parking brake control module had failed and repaired it. This happened at 47,000 miles. The fix will involve replacing or reprogramming the parking brake control module.

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NHTSA #: 11699396
highSERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Oct 2025

Your truck's automatic emergency braking system has activated on its own multiple times while driving at low speeds, even when there were no vehicles or obstacles ahead. The system cannot be disabled by the driver, which creates a safety hazard because following vehicles may not stop in time to avoid hitting you. The problem appears to be a malfunction in the forward collision avoidance sensors or the brake system's control module that needs diagnostic testing and repair.

NHTSA #: 11694088
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Sep 2025

When driving down a steep mountain grade and applying the brakes lightly, your truck vibrated severely enough to shake you off the road. You had to manually downshift to 3rd gear and rely on engine braking to control the truck safely, which caused traffic issues behind you. The brake system may need inspection for warping, glazing, or uneven pad wear from the extended downhill braking.

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NHTSA #: 11690333
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Mar 2025

Your front brakes make noise and the vehicle shudders when you brake. The dealership replaced your brake pads and turned the rotors at 22,000 miles, but you had to pay out of pocket since it wasn't under warranty. Toyota has now acknowledged the brake parts were faulty and has new part numbers available, but those parts have been on backorder for over 6 months. The owner is requesting a recall and free repair with upgraded brake components for all affected vehicles, including those outside the warranty period.

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NHTSA #: 11646700
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Aug 2024

Your truck's brakes are making excessive noise, a problem that started within the first month of ownership. Despite multiple dealer visits over more than two years, the issue remains unfixed, and you've been told that Toyota is aware of the problem but hasn't developed a solution yet. This ongoing brake noise suggests a potential issue with brake components that may require diagnosis and replacement once a fix becomes available.

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NHTSA #: 11605995
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jun 2024

Your brake rotors have already been replaced once, but your brakes still vibrate severely when you brake at speeds between 50-60 mph, especially when going downhill. This vibration indicates an ongoing brake system problem that needs diagnosis. The repair may involve inspecting the brake system for warped rotors, worn brake pads, or caliper issues.

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NHTSA #: 11593982
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Nov 2023

Your brakes feel unresponsive and take longer to stop than expected. You noticed this issue before purchasing and reported it to the dealer, but were told it was normal. After experiencing a couple of incidents related to this brake response problem, you traded in the vehicle. The issue may require inspection of the brake system components, including pads, rotors, and brake fluid condition, to identify why stopping response is delayed.

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NHTSA #: 11556197
highSERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Aug 2023

Your truck has made a sudden slamming motion twice while stopped — once at a red light and once while shifting from reverse to drive — causing you to feel like you were being rear-ended. This appears to be related to the braking or forward collision avoidance system. The issue may require diagnostic inspection of the brake system and collision avoidance sensors to identify what's causing the sudden motion.

NHTSA #: 11539749
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jul 2023

Your new Tundra's brakes squeak despite having only 4,500 miles, and the dealership told you this is a known issue Toyota is still working on. However, when you called Toyota directly, they didn't acknowledge any recall and suggested contacting NHTSA. The fix will likely involve Toyota issuing a recall to replace or service the brake components causing the squeaking.

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NHTSA #: 11534304
highSERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Jun 2023

Your truck's automatic braking system has activated three times when it shouldn't have — specifically when the vehicle in front of you was moving away at a green light. The forward collision avoidance system appears to be malfunctioning and engaging unnecessarily, which could startle you or cause unexpected braking. This issue should be diagnosed by checking the collision avoidance sensors and software calibration.

NHTSA #: 11526552
highSERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Apr 2023

Your truck's automatic emergency braking system has activated twice while you were moving in traffic, even though the vehicles ahead of you were moving away and there was no collision risk. This unexpected activation could be startling and affect vehicle control in traffic situations. The issue likely involves the forward collision warning sensor or its software calibration needing adjustment or replacement.

NHTSA #: 11518787
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2023

Your brake rotors have warped at just 30,000 miles, which is much earlier than expected. This could be caused by a defect in Toyota's braking system or by lug nuts being improperly tightened during a previous service, which can cause uneven pressure on the rotors. The fix will likely involve replacing the warped brake rotors and potentially having the lug nuts re-torqued to the correct specification.

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NHTSA #: 11516715
highSERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Jul 2022

Your truck's automatic emergency braking system activated unexpectedly while you were driving at about 20 mph after a red light, even though there were no vehicles or objects in front of you. The system brought your truck to a complete stop in traffic, and you had to press the brake pedal hard to turn it off. This suggests the forward collision avoidance sensor may be malfunctioning or needs recalibration.

NHTSA #: 11473871
mediumSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jul 2024

Your truck's brakes have been squealing since you bought it. Toyota released a technical service bulletin to address this issue, but you've been waiting nearly 2 months for the necessary parts to arrive. The fix will likely involve replacing or adjusting brake components like pads or rotors to eliminate the squealing noise.

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NHTSA #: 11601166
mediumSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jul 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while reversing, there was an abnormal sound coming from the brakes. The contact was unsure if there was any warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11530107

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