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2018 Toyota Tundra

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.

Toyota Tundra
Pictured: 2022 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax Short Bed 4x4 with TRD Off-Road Package, front left, 11-01-2022. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles
Crew Max S/Box 4WD Sr5/Platinum, Double Cab L/Box 4WD, Double Cab M/Box 2WD Sr5 4.6l, Double Cab M/Box 4WD Sr5 4.6l/Sr5 5.7/
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl
Horsepower
381 hp
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Seats
6
Fuel
Regular Gasoline, FFV
MPG (best)
16 combined · 15 city / 19 hwy
Length
226–244.9 in
Curb weight
4,916–5,633 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
8 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 17% below the 2018 standard pickup truck average of 19.3 MPG.
  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 21.9% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
  • 8 recallsMore than similar models (about 4). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2018 Toyota Tundra is a standard pickup truck offered with 2 engines (4.6L 8-cyl and 5.7L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 226 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 146-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,633 lb (Crew Max S/Box 4WD Sr5/Platinum).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (15 city / 19 highway), 17% worse than the 2018 standard pickup truck average of 19.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,200 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 8 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2018

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2017 Tundra — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 Tundra →

Trims, performance & features

Engine381 hp5.7L 8-cyl
Transmission6-speed automatic
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating6 seats · 2 rows

Trims

SR5Platinum/1794LimitedSR/SR5

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringSome trims
Lane departure warningStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamStandard

Built in: San Antonio, Texas

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2018 Tundra configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Crew Max S/Box 4WD Sr5/Platinum226 in79.9 in76 in145.7 in68.1 / 68.1 in5,633 lb58/42
Double Cab L/Box 4WD244.9 in79.9 in76.4 in164.6 in68.1 / 68.1 in5,600 lb58/42
Double Cab M/Box 2WD Sr5 4.6l226 in79.9 in76 in145.7 in68.1 / 68.1 in5,093 lb58/42
Double Cab M/Box 4WD Sr5 4.6l/Sr5 5.7/226 in79.9 in76.4 in145.7 in68.1 / 68.1 in5,401 lb58/42
Reg Cab L/Box 2WD226 in79.9 in76.4 in145.7 in68.1 / 68.1 in4,916 lb58/42
Reg Cab L/Box 4WD226 in79.9 in76 in145.7 in68.1 / 68.1 in5,203 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Tundra 2WD4.6L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 16-17%$4,200554
Tundra 4WD4.6L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive14 / 18 / 16-12%$4,200568
Tundra 2WD5.7L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive13 / 18 / 15-22%$4,450592
Tundra 4WD FFV FFV5.7L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive13 / 17 / 15-18%$4,450604
Tundra 4WD5.7L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive13 / 17 / 14-23%$4,800615
2/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
2/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $9,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.3 MPG2018 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2018 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★19.8%
2018 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.9%
2018 TOYOTA TUNDRA PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★19.8%
2018 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.9%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2018 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD
Frontal crash test — 2018 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2018 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD
Side crash test — 2018 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2018 standard pickup trucks

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2018 Toyota Tundra (this car)16 MPG★★★★★8
2018 Chevrolet Silverado20 MPG★★★★★12
2018 Chevrolet Colorado25 MPG★★★★★1
2018 GMC Canyon25 MPG★★★★★1
2018 Nissan Titan18 MPG★★★★★4
2018 Ram 150023 MPG★★★★★15
2018 GMC Sierra20 MPGNot rated12

Recalls (8)

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System · Nov 23, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V920000 · 22,462 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Risk
An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
Exterior Lighting › Headlights · Sep 2, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V688000 · 158,489 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.
Risk
An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.
Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal · Jul 15, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V410000 · 183,397 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Toyota Tundra vehicles equipped with LED headlight assemblies. Due to a wiring error, the front turn signals may not flash brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
If the turn signals or hazard lamps do not flash brightly enough, other drivers may fail to see that the turn signal or hazard lamp functions have been activated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the wire harness connected to the front turn signal bulbs free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB12/20TA12.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Jan 13, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V012000 · 1,830,752 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Oct 11, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V711000 · 508 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra vehicles. The accessory all-weather floormats may have been counted twice when creating the load carrying capacity modification label, resulting in the capacity modification label incorrectly overstating the additional weight by 10 pounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk
Since the incorrect label is not within 1% of the additional weight, the vehicles are not compliant with the FMVSS.
Fix
All vehicle owners will be sent a corrected label. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0Z.
Electrical System › Software · Oct 4, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V685000 · 168,187 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles. The air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may erroneously detect a fault during the vehicle start-up self check. If this occurs, the ECU may not deploy the airbags as intended, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk
If the air bags do not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the air bag ECU, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0X. Note: 18V-122 was superseded by this recall. The software remedy also includes the updates to the software for 18V-122.
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Feb 20, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V122000 · 64,901 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles. Electrical interference within the power supply circuit may cause the vehicle's electronic stability control system to be deactivated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk
Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system can increase the risk of a crash in certain conditions.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0H. Note: This recall has been superseded by 18V-685. The software remedy for 18V-685 includes the updates to the software for this recall.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Dec 20, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V831000 · 649 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk
An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2018 Toyota Tundra is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

100Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
4Involved a crash
3Involved a fire
6Injuries reported
8,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System26
Service Brakes22
Fuel/Propulsion System16
Vehicle Speed Control14
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)13
Unknown Or Other13
Engine12
Air Bags5
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
23/01: 123/02: 123/03: 123/06: 123/07: 123/10: 123/11: 224/01: 124/04: 124/06: 124/10: 124/12: 125/01: 325/04: 225/07: 125/08: 125/11: 425/12: 126/01: 126/02: 126/04: 126/05: 126/06: 226/09: 123/0123/0623/1124/0625/0125/0826/0126/05max 4

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2018 Toyota Tundra buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 8 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 26 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Service Brakes — 22 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  4. Fuel/Propulsion System — 16 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 8,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Toyota Tundra. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Tundra years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Tundra22245.7 inNot rated237
2025 Tundra22245.7 in★★★★★5142
2024 Tundra22245.7 in★★★★★10354
2023 Tundra22245.7 in★★★★★13414
2022 Tundra22245.7 in★★★★★13434
2021 Tundra15226 in★★★★★224
2020 Tundra15226 in★★★★★447
2019 Tundra16226 in★★★★★974
2017 Tundra16226 in★★★★★578
2016 Tundra17226 in★★★★★5120
2015 Tundra17226 in★★★★★451
2014 Tundra17226 in★★★★★478

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →