Engine
3.4L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 427 of 429 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 50 of 429 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Engine & cooling
202 complaint records1 crash report
"The motor blew up. This is the second motor. Toyota hasn't approved a new motor even though their recall says i need one...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Power train
104 complaint records1 crash report
"Throttle lag/Hesitation when put into drive. Difficult to pull onto roadway unknown if truck will hesitate or take off quickly...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse power train parts in the directory →
Fuel system
103 complaint records
"Throttle response occasionally drops out. Lag when trying to accelerate from a stop, then kicks in and the truck surges forward...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V767000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. | Normally free |
| 25V657000 | Back Over Prevention | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023-2025 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. | Normally free |
| 25V322000 | Exterior Lighting | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. Moisture may enter the reverse light assemblies and cause a light failure. | Normally free |
| 24V381000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Lexus LX600 vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. | Normally free |
| 24V125000 | Power Train | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Lexus LX600, and 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. | Normally free |
| 23V757000 | Equipment | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an... | Normally free |
| 23V566000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. | Normally free |
| 23V142000 | Structure | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles that may be equipped with a Toyota genuine accessory tonneau cover. | Normally free |
Show 5 more recall campaigns
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V111000 | Electrical System | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. | Normally free |
| 22V661000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus NX250, NX350, and Toyota Tundra vehicles. | Normally free |
| 22V501000 | Electrical System | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. | Normally free |
| 22V445000 | Power Train | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles. | Normally free |
| 22V285000 | Electrical System | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Tundra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025522 2025-10-01 | Visual System | 32,733 | Issue: Under certain conditions, a problem with the rearview camera could cause the rearview camera image not to display correctly or at all. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing. |
| 2025263 2025-05-15 | Lights And Instruments | 45,684 | Issue: On certain trucks, the reverse lamp assemblies may not be sealed correctly. As a result, over time, water could leak into the lamp(s) and cause them not to work. Note: This recall affects both Tundra and Tundra Hybrid models. |
| 2024304 2024-05-30 | Engine | 9,979 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, metal debris could cause the crankshaft bearings to fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. |
| 2024109 2024-02-21 | Powertrain | 28,061 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the transmission could cause the vehicle to move forward when the driver shifts to the ''N''(Neutral) position and the brakes or parking brake aren't applied. |
| 2023445 2023-08-10 | Fuel System | 17,299 | Issue: On certain trucks, a plastic fuel tube on the top of the fuel tank may not be secured correctly. As a result, the fuel tube could be damaged by contact with the brake lines and create a fuel leak. |
Show 6 more Canadian recalls
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023112 2023-03-03 | Accessories | 13,556 | Issue: On certain trucks, the bed-cover could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. Note: This recall affects Tundra and Tundra Hybrid models equipped with an optional Toyota genuine accessory tri-fold hard tonneau cover that... |
| 2023084 2023-02-22 | Visual System | 794 | Issue: On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the instrument cluster display to go blank while driving. |
| 2022493 2022-09-01 | Brakes | 9,585 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a programming error could cause the parking brake system to malfunction. If this happens, a warning light will turn on and the message "Parking Brake Malfunction, Visit Your Dealer" will display. |
| 2022374 2022-07-13 | Visual System | 2,075 | Issue: On certain trucks equipped with a panoramic view monitor, a software problem could cause the front camera image to appear on the multimedia display instead of the rearview camera image. |
| 2022330 2022-06-23 | Powertrain | 5,182 | Issue: Over time, the nuts that attach the axle shafts to the axle housing could loosen and fall off. If this happens, one or both axle shafts could separate from the axle housing. |
| 2022215 2022-04-28 | Visual System | 913 | Issue: On certain trucks equipped with a panoramic view monitor, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the multimedia display. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-SB-0111-22 Aug 2026 | Power Train | OBSOLETE NOTICE August 24, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-26 | |
| T-SB-0032-26 Rev1 Aug 2026 | Power Train | Some customers of 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with specifically non-hybrid V35A-FTS engines may experience one or more of the following drivability related concerns: • Hesitation from a rolling stop. • Hesitation from a quick stop. | |
| T-SB-0022-25 Rev2 Jul 2026 | Service Brakes | Some 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2026 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse | |
| 26TC02 Jun 2026 | Electrical System | TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 26TC02 REPROGRAMMING FOR PARKING ASSIST ECU CERTAIN 2022 - 2024 TUNDRA / TUNDRA HYBRID | |
| T-SB-0032-26 May 2026 | Power Train | Some customers of 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with specifically non-hybridV35A-FTS engines may experience one or more of the following drivability related concerns: • Hesitation from a rolling stop. • Hesitation from a quick stop. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-SB-0020-25 Rev2 Mar 2026 | Structure | OBSOLETE NOTICE March 31, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0022-26. | |
| 26TC02 Mar 2026 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | After calibrating a trailer and using the Trailer Backup Guide feature, subsequent use of this feature may result in a “Trailer not detected” message or a blank multimedia display that prevents the display of features such as the backup camera. |
| T-SB-0022-26 Mar 2026 | Structure | Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistling noise coming from one or both outer rear-view mirrors while driving 65 – 85 mph (105 – 137 km/h). | |
| T-SB-0055-24 Rev2 Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. | |
| T-SB-0022-25 Rev1 Nov 2025 | Service Brakes | Some 2022 – 2026 model year Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2026 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse. | |
| T-SB-0020-25 Rev2 Nov 2025 | Structure | Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistling noise coming from one or both outer rear-view mirrors while driving 65 – 85 mph (105 – 137 kph). | |
| T-TT-0787-25 Jun 2025 | Structure | Customers may experience the front seat side shield cracking on the lower portion. The lower clip attachment point may not be seated due to mispositioning during shield installation. If not properly aligned during installation clip will shift up and sit on top of attachment point | |
| T-SB-0058-23 Rev1 Jun 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks. |
| T-SB-0020-25 Rev1 Apr 2025 | Structure | Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistling noise coming from one or both outer rear view mirrors while driving 65 – 85 mph (105 – 137 kph). | |
| T-TT-0779-25 Apr 2025 | Electrical System | To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE. | |
| T-SB-0053-24 Rev1 Feb 2025 | Electrical System | Some 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid and 2022 – 2024 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the functionality of the power driver seat cushion length adjustment (CLA) is inoperative. | |
| T-SB-0043-24 Rev2 Feb 2025 | Service Brakes | OBSOLETE NOTICE February 13, 2025: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0022-25. | |
| T-SB-0107-20 Rev2 Feb 2025 | Engine | OBSOLETE NOTICE February 11, 2025: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0021-25. | |
| T-SB-0013-24 Rev1 Feb 2025 | Electrical System | The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. | |
| T-SB-0021-25 Feb 2025 | Engine | Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. | |
| T-SB-0022-25 Feb 2025 | Service Brakes | Some 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid, and 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse. | |
| T-SB-0020-25 Feb 2025 | Structure | Some 2022 – 2025 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2025 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a high pitch whistling noise coming from one or both outer rear view mirrors while driving 65 – 85 mph (105 – 137 kph). | |
| T-SB-0120-20 Rev2 Jan 2025 | Electrical System | OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2025: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0015-25. | |
| T-SB-0015-25 Jan 2025 | Electrical System | Some 2021 – 2025 model year Toyota vehicles may require the download and installation of vehicle specific software or configuration software when the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is replaced. GTS+ software has been modified to indicate when configuration software is required. | |
| T-SB-0011-25 Jan 2025 | Electrical System | When certain vehicle ECUs are replaced, the ECU Security Key must be written in order for that ECU to communicate on the vehicle network. The GTS+ Software Health Check Results screen has been enhanced to help identify if a replacement ECU requires an ECU Security Key. | |
| T-SB-0111-20 Rev2 Jan 2025 | Electrical System | OBSOLETE NOTICE January 23, 2025: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0011-25. | |
| 23TJ01_P5_Dealer Dec 2024 | Electrical System | DP: The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key. | |
| 23TJ01P5_RL_Publ Dec 2024 | Electrical System | RL: The supply of Smart Keys available for Toyota vehicles has been temporarily limited to one (1) on select models since October 2022 due to global semiconductor shortages impacting certain microchips. | |
| 23TJ01P5_TI_Publ Dec 2024 | Electrical System | TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 23TJ01 Second Key Delivery Program Multiple Models and Model Years | |
| T-SB-0119-24 Dec 2024 | Structure | Some 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid, and 2022 – 2024 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the driver and/or front passenger seat back frame produces a creaking or squeaking noise when leaning back on it. | |
| T-SB-0050-24 Rev2 Dec 2024 | Electrical System | Some 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and 2023 model year Highlander vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P162B87 (Lost Communication with Battery Monitor Module Missing Message) and/or P15AD87 (Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Missing) present. | |
| T-TT-0766-24 Rev1 Dec 2024 | Engine | Some vehicles in the market may require a short block repair, and in certain circumstances, Toyota may request a dealer to repair such vehicles with an Engine Assembly instead. | |
| T-SB-0035-24 Rev2 Dec 2024 | Structure | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. | |
| T-SB-0038-24 Rev2 Dec 2024 | Structure | To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. | |
| T-SB-0039-24 Rev2 Dec 2024 | Structure | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. | |
| T-SB-0061-23 Rev2 Dec 2024 | Structure | Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. | |
| T-SB-0062-23 Rev2 Dec 2024 | Structure | Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. | |
| T-SB-0100-24 Rev1 Nov 2024 | Engine | Some 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid, and 2024 model year Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles equipped with a premium 14-inch audio multimedia display may exhibit a condition where the radio receiver power/volume knob becomes... | |
| 23TJ01 Oct 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key. |
| T-SB-0100-24 Oct 2024 | Electrical System | Some 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid, and 2024 model year Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles equipped with a premium 14-inch audio multimedia display may exhibit a condition where the radio receiver power/volume knob becomes... | |
| T-TT-0766-24 Oct 2024 | Engine | Some vehicles in the market may require a short block repair, and in certain circumstances, Toyota may request a dealer to repair such vehicles with an Engine Assembly instead. | |
| T-SB-0050-24 Rev1 Oct 2024 | Electrical System | Some 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and 2023 model year Highlander vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P162B87 (Lost Communication with Battery Monitor Module Missing Message) and/or P15AD87 (Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Missing) present. | |
| T-SB-0085-24 Sep 2024 | Engine | Some 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid and 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: •P030000 – Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected •P030027 –... | |
| 23TJ01 Sep 2024 | Unknown Or Other | The subject vehicles were delivered with only one (1) Smart Key on select models since October 2022 due to a global semiconductor shortage impacting certain microchips. The affected vehicles were delivered with one (1) Smart Key and a second mechanical key. | |
| T-SB-0080-24 Sep 2024 | Structure | Some 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the rear bumper outer end covers have become loose causing an excessive gap on the right-hand and/or the left-hand side. | |
| T-SB-0043-24 Rev2 Sep 2024 | Service Brakes | Some 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid, and 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse. | |
| T-TT-0748-24 Rev1 Sep 2024 | Power Train | During repairs such as those listed below, damage may occur if the Torque Converter Assembly is not properly installed. • Hybrid module assembly removal/installation • Transmission removal/installation • Engine removal/installation | |
| T-SB-0055-24 Rev1 Jul 2024 | Structure | Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. | |
| T-SB-0035-24 Rev1 Jul 2024 | Structure | Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. | |
| T-SB-0038-24 Rev1 Jul 2024 | Structure | To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. | |
| T-SB-0039-24 Rev1 Jul 2024 | Structure | The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. | |
| T-SB-0043-24 Rev1 Jul 2024 | Service Brakes | Some 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid, and 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the front brakes produce a squealing noise when driving forward or in reverse. | |
| T-SB-0026-24 Rev1 Jul 2024 | Electrical System | Some 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid, and 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid vehicles, equipped with a JBL® premium sound system, may exhibit a rattle or buzz noise when listening to music coming from the subwoofer located in the rear left luggage area of the... | |
| T-SB-0055-24 Jun 2024 | Structure | Some 2005 – 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. | |
| T-SB-0103-20 Rev1 Jun 2024 | Engine | This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 – 2025 model year Toyota vehicles. | |
| 23TJ01 Jun 2024 | Unknown Or Other | The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available. | |
| T-SB-0012-24 Rev1 Jun 2024 | SOFTWARE UPDATE | Electrical System | A head unit software update is now available for 2022 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles equipped with Toyota Multimedia (version 1020 or earlier). |
| T-SB-0053-24 Jun 2024 | Structure | Some 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid and 2022 – 2024 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the functionality of the power driver seat cushion length adjustment (CLA) is inoperative. | |
| 23TJ01 May 2024 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | The table describes the phases currently planned for the Second Key Delivery Program and the estimated timing of announcement. This table will be updated during each phase launch and as more details become available. |
| T-SB-0030-23 Rev2 May 2024 | Structure | Some 2023 – 2024 model year Sequoia Hybrid and 2022 – 2024 model year Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles may exhibit lack of power during acceleration and/or a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): •P017400 – System Too Lean Bank 2... |
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Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 13 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
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