2008 Toyota Tundra Electrical System Problems
- 25
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 25 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 4 records
- engine light · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Headlights · Seats
Both headlamps have been melted by the turn signal/daytime running lamp. Ive had to replace the lamps with led bulbs but the lamp is still burned/melted. Also the drivers side seat has developed space that is unsecure . It wiggles back and forth unsure if this is stress or wear.
ODI 11230878
Body · Electrical System · Wheels
Takata recall. Every light on the dash come on an the eng. Try to quit . It stared on jan. 23 2018. On us 119.i wash it ion the wheel the finsh came off . Thebed is rushing on the in side at the bolts.
ODI 11065489
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control · Visibility
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. When the brake pedal was depressed, there was a strong vibration and force had to be applied to the pedal. The vehicle was included in four manufacturer recalls and the contact was uncertain if the failures were related to the recalls. The contact planned to take the vehicle to pedersen toyota (4455 s college ave, fort collins,…
ODI 11030406
Body · Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
On june 13th. My 2008 toyota tundra inexplicably cought on fire. The fire was located on the left side of the dash and the left front door. The truck was running, idle with the air conditioner on the windows were up. I had both of my small dogs inside. I was not in the truck . That day was clear sky and starting to get hot for the dogs . I always leave the truck running with ac on for them. I was busy working on a…
Fire reported
ODI 11020505
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the keyless entry and power locks failed on the front and rear driver side doors without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
ODI 10923933
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
Toyota dealership inspection reported on 10/05/16 that actuator assembly failed. Mileage 122,482. Disabiling, abs brake, speedometer,odometer, cruise control,and displaying engine check lights for abs. This occurred one day after replacing water pump, water hoses, serpentine belt, and fluids associated with service. Cost estimate $2642.78. Started engine and engine indicator lights showed engine check and abs…
ODI 10981204
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota tundra. While driving approximately 20 mph, all four wheels locked and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to resume normal operation. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,000.
ODI 10694873
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
2008 toyota tundra 5.7l double cab w/74,500 miles 4hi, 4lo, abs, vsc lights come on and flash at random intervals. The first time this happened, the cruise was set at 65 when all four lights started flashing. All other indications are normal. The truck will not engage 4hi, 4lo or vsc until it is turned off and restarted. The same day after approximately 10 miles of driving all four lights started flashing again,…
ODI 10661276
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
I have been having this on going problem with my 2008 tundra 5.7 4x4 the 4x4 hi/l, vsc, abs are blinking while driving at different times. Brought truck in ran test and nothing came back. Truck also feels like it bunny hops when going out of first into 2nd gear. Toyota still said nothing is wrong. *tr
ODI 10676311
Air Bags · Electrical System
Airbag light goes on and off, took it to the toyota dealer as the owner manual indicates. Diagnose code b1801 open spiral cable part# 155740. When the light is on the air system is disabled and will not deploy if in an accident. When researching if this is common or not, there are a lot of tundra owners with the same problem. This spiral cable is either a defective part toyota used or a design flaw therefore should…
ODI 10648606
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
My 2008 tundra suddenly showed multiple dash lights when i started it. It ran rough, tried code reader on it ,again multiple codes at once. Every item can't bad all at same time. The main problem was air pump failure, have a feeling it's associated with exhaust problem. Truck has been ticking since about a month after i bought it brand new, i just assumed that's the way it was since it quiets after warms up. Turns…
ODI 10557881
Body · Electrical System · Power Window Devices And Controls
The power windows on all 4 doors do not work when the weather goes to just freezing. I do not think there is enough insulation in the doors or water is accumulating inside the motors that run windows. I have only owned this truck since november of 2012 and did not drive it last winter as i work away from home for months at a time. This winter i was home and the power windows do not work when it is cold outside. I…
ODI 10565345
Electrical System · Horn · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the drivers side air bag and the horn light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that there was an abnormal noise coming from the steering wheel when turing left or right. The steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was…
ODI 10617901
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
My vehicle now has a little less than 70,000 miles on it, and has a feature which automatically locks the doors at 15 mph, then unlocks them when the transmission is put in park. However, the doors will no longer lock unless i do so manually with each door; the power mechanism has failed. The dealer claims that the central relay and controller of the power lock system is ok; but the power lock actuator (small motor)…
ODI 10574631
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Traction Control System
2008 toyota tundra double cab 5.7 4x4. Vsc/4hi/4lo/abs/brake lights all start flashing. Have brought to dealer 3 times. Have 88,500 miles on truck. Warrenty runs out at 100,000. Dealer states they can not reproduce problem. Showed them online articles of same vehicle with same issues and how it was resolved. They refuse becuase there is no code. *tr
ODI 10395567
Electrical · Electrical System
The radio/gps system just quit without any symptoms or warning of any type. *tr
ODI 10443647
Electrical System
Abs, trac, service engine, and 4lo lights on or flashing. *tr
ODI 10334710
Electrical System
Reverse warning sensors that alert you that you are close to an object, sound when they get wet even though no object is nearby. This can be caused by rain, car wash, or simply driving on wet road after a rain. I had one replaced under warranty. Now another is failing and my truck is out of warranty. This can present a major safety issue in that owners would be used to the sensors going off in these conditions that…
ODI 10465244
Accelerator Pedal · Electrical System · Power Train
2008 toyota tundra. Consumer states floor mat issues interfering with the operation of the accelerator and slow shifting problems*tgw the consumer stated he purchased a full set of all weather mats from the dealer designed for his truck and the mat still did not prevent the pedal from becoming trapped under the mat. The radio was replaced due to an internal short. *jb
ODI 10314352
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
When i started the car a bunch of lights illuminated and stayed on. The 4x4, stability control traction control, etc. It has happened 9 times over the last two years. Turning the car off then on would not make it go away. I had to disconnect battery and reconnect before it seems to be working right. *tr
ODI 10465243
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Vehicle Speed Control
I have a strong belief after my experience that toyota has a defect with "speed sensor wires' and may know and is keeping it under wraps. Maybe because of safety problems or that it's contributing to a short circuit and unintended acceleration as professor gilbert had demonstrated on abc with what could happen with a short circuit in some toyota vehicles. Someone from toyota headquarters that was visiting my…
ODI 10314716
Accelerator Pedal · Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Visibility
Tl*the contact owns 2008 toyota tundra. The contact stated that when the weather was humid, the check engine light illuminated. The contact stated that he was driving 5 mph when the check engine light came on. The check engine light would come on for a week at a time, then it would go off for a couple days, then back on 3 more times throughout the day. The owner took the vehicle to the dealership for testing. The…
ODI 10315267
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 toyota tundra. While driving at approximately 15 mph through a puddle of water, service lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over and turned the vehicle off; upon restart, some of the service lights turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the computer system was replaced. The contact also stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check…
ODI 10331910
Electrical System
Since purchasing my vehicle in november of 2007, i have noticed a "bug" in the electrical system. In particular, the radio and automatic door locks have given me "issues" since the day i purchased my truck. I've notified toyota about the issue and they have replaced the radio and door lock actuators multiple times when the car was still under warranty. After the truck was out of warranty, no further work has been…
ODI 10658802
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota tundra. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph and experiences issues with the transmission. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and repair. The contact was informed that there was a possible failure with the electrical connection. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10547986