2012 Toyota Tundra Electrical System Problems
- 8
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle was at stand still, the ignition hesitated to start the vehicle. The contact stated he replaced the battery but continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and had the starter and alternator inspected. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle…
ODI 11300877
Electrical System
Horn stopped working checked all associates fuses and relays appears to be wiring issue in the steering column
ODI 11181509
Electrical System
Code p0418 secondary air injector code keeps coming on - and is a known problem. 2011 tundras were recalled for this - so should 2012 tundras
ODI 11129497
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
Truck in limp mode. Would not exceed 40mph. Vehicle limped home and towed to dealer. Rodents had chewed electrical wires per toyota dealer. Upon investigation toyota began using soy-based wiring in their vehicles instead of petroleum-based and didn't notify their customers. Soy-based products in vehicles have been known to "attract" rodents versus petroleum based products. My 2012 tundra was still under warranty and…
ODI 11004708
Electrical System
This truck has continued to have electrical problems because rats get in the engine and eat the wires. This issue always happens when the truck is parked. This time the rats only made a nest but the last time costs me about $1200.
ODI 10897837
Electrical System
On 4/5/16, i started my 2012 tundra to go to work. Engine light comes and stays on. Called local dealer and took the truck in. 5 hours of diagnostic testing reveals code p0418 (secondary air intake system) issue on my 2012 tundra. Cost of repairs, $2048.00. After some research into this code p0418, i find that it is a reoccurring problem for tundras, tacomas and sequoias dating back to 2000 - 2010. Repair costs of…
ODI 10854010
Electrical System · Horn
As i was driving, another vehicle started veering into my lane. I pressed the horn pad to warn them. However, because i used my right hand and hit the pad at the most natural location for me -- i.e. The lower right portion, instead of honking the horn i hit the hands free talk switch on the steering hub. This has happened more than once. This is a natural location to hit the horn pad and other people i have talked…
ODI 10535259
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Electrical buzzing noise from dash area when pressing gas pedal. Dealer says not a warranty item. After researching online many people experience same issue with several toyota models. *tr
ODI 10574300