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2012 Toyota Tundra repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (28%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (6%)

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2012 Toyota Tundra repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (64%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Toyota Tundra

Engine not specified

Toyota Tundra in New York, United States
May 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013

21000 mi
Horrible fuel mileage compared to our 2008. Our 2008 got 17 highway, 13 town, and 11 towing my trailer. Our 12 got 13 highway. 10 town and 8 towing my trailer and 4 towing our new enclosed trailer. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed

381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Toyota Tundra in Saskatchewan, Canada
Mar 2014 - Jun 2022
May 2017

37680 mi
Tundra seems to need new AC compressor, won't do it until Spring) 
Jul 2017

37700 mi
AC compressor and clutch replaced, compressor described as 'noisy', clutch burned out. AC worked erratically on way home. Couple of days later AC working well (cold) even when switched off... Called dealer - another visit for diagnosis - new AC clutch is faulty, need to order another. Visit 3: started to fit second new clutch, snap-ring broken, none in stock, need to order Visit 4: clutch fitted, working OK 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Toyota Tundra in California, United States
May 2013 - Apr 2018
Jan 2014

8000 mi
Spongy pedal that is fine when (I assume) they bleed the brakes, but after a few days the pedal becomes spongy again. I have to pump the pedal to get it firm which tells me there is air in the system. This is the third time this has happened. Parking brake that does not engage all the way, so the vehicle will roll slowly because there is partial braking. They adjust it works for a little while yhen does the whole thing over again. Drivers seat falling apart, every time I would start out or stop the seat would move and make rattling noises: clicking etc. They replace the seat tracks and all good until the other day, same stuff. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Toyota Tundra in Alaska, United States
May 2016 - Jul 2022
Jan 2017

34200 mi

US $230
Battery replaced after long cold spell 
Oct 2017

39000 mi

US $160
Vehicle diagnosed with Cam Tower gasket leak. Estimated cost is $2100 and 15 hours labor. Stated out of warranty for 20 days. Dealer agreed to cover all but $400. All engine seals replaced. 
Toyota Tundra in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2013 - Jul 2022
Jun 2017

26000 mi
Rubbing/Grinding noise from the rear of the truck when turning left. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Toyota Tundra in Texas, United States
May 2013 - May 2017
Aug 2016

29000 mi

US $100
side window belt side window moldings deteriorated 
Apr 2017

30000 mi

US $15
Replaced rubber grommet at base of radio antenna due to deterioration of original. 
Toyota Tundra in California, United States
May 2013 - Sep 2018
Sep 2017

58000 mi

US $60
Time for new front brake pads. 
Dec 2017

61000 mi

US $100
New back brake pads and rotors turned. 
May 2018

64000 mi

US $60
Oil and filter change 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

310-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Toyota Tundra in California, United States
Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

120000 mi

US $600
Air injection pump and shutter valve 
Toyota Tundra in Oregon, United States
May 2013 - Dec 2020
Mar 2014

9000 mi
Driver side window was making a noise 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Toyota Tundra in Colorado, United States
May 2013 - Sep 2014
Apr 2014

24300 mi
Each winter if it gets very cold, I get a limp mode that requires tow to dealership, each time they flash it and then it'll happen again the following year. When sold: this year I did not wait for winter. 

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2012 Toyota Tundra 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Toyota Tundra in Maine, United States
Sep 2015 - Dec 2017
Feb 2016

33300 mi
Cam tower leak on both sides. 

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