Toyota Tundra

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The Toyota Tundra is a pickup truck manufactured in the United States by Japanese manufacturer Toyota since May 1999. Tundra is the first North American full-size pickup built by Japanese manufacturers. The Tundra was nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award and was Truck of the Year Truck Motor Trend of 2000 and 2008. Originally built at the new Toyota plant in Princeton, Indiana, production was consolidated in 2008 for Toyota San Antonio, Texas, the factory and is the only full-size pickup truck produced in Texas.

The first generation Tundra has much in common with the older Toyota T100 and the compact Toyota Tacoma. This includes the joint use of the 3.4 liter V6 engine which is the top of the line engine in both Tacoma and T100. The V6 engine will serve as the base engine for the Tundra, while the second engine is added, the 4.7 liter V8, the first V8 for the Toyota truck.

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First generation (2000-2006)

Commonly introduced in May 1999 as a 2000 model year, the Tundra prototype and "truck show" were originally known as the T150s. However, Ford and automotive journalists described the name as too close to the leader of the Ford F-150 market, and following Ford's suit, the production truck was named Tundra.

Tundra is slightly larger than the T100, but still has too small perceptions and such a car to pose a serious threat to domestic pickup trucks. With a production capacity of 120,000, sales doubled from T100. At its introduction, Tundra had the highest initial vehicle sales for Toyota in its history. This was selected as the Trends Motor Truck of the Year for 2000 and the Best Full-Size Truck from Consumer Reports . Built at the new Toyota plant in Princeton, Indiana, with 65 percent of domestic content.

Engine options available at the Tundra are a 24 V 3.4 liter V6 engine that produces 190 hp (142 kW, 193 PS) and 220 lb of torque? Ft (300Ã, N? M) and LEV certified 32 valve 4.7 liter "i-Force" V8 engine that produces power 245 hp (183 kW; 248 PS) and torque of 315 lb? Ft (427Ã, N? M). The Toyota Racing Development (TRD) supercharger is available for the 3.4-liter V6 (2000-2003 model) which hits the horsepower into the 260Ã, hp (194Ã, · 26,4,4) and 260Ã,Âbt ft (350Ã, N? M) range from torque. TRD introduces the second supercharger for the V8 engine (model 2000-2003) to enter its second year of production up to mid 300Ã, hp (224Ã, kW; 304Ã, PS) range and torque up to 400Ã,  £ (540Ã, N? M) distance. Supercharger V6 is still available, V8 supercharger ended production after Toyota released VVT-i with 4.7-liter engine.

The grille was updated in 2002 (for model year 2003), along with the new Stepside bed available on the Access Cab model. The Tundra Double Cab, also added to the lineup in 2004, is a crew cabin with four-door rear-opening, with interior and exterior details copied from Toyota Sequoia. The bed is almost 5 inches (130 mm) longer than the competing Honda Ridgeline or Ford F-150. It is also 13 inches (330 mm) longer, 3 inches (76 mm) taller, and 4 inches (100 mm) wider than regular Cab and access versions, with a 12 inch (300 mm) longer wheelbase. A new engine was introduced in 2005: a 4.0 liter V6 rated at 236 hp (176 kW; 239 PS) and 266 lb ft (361 N m) of torque, and the existing 4.7 liter V8 has been updated with the Toyota VVT. -i technology variable valve timing and rated 282 hp (210 kW; 286 PS) and 325 lb? ft (441 Nm) of torque, while the 2006 version is maintained at 271 hp (202 kW, 275 PS) and 313 lb? ft (424Ã, N? m) torque. The 5-speed manual gives way to the 6-speed manual, and the 5-speed automatic replaces the 4-speed. With a 6,900 pound (3,100 kg) towing capacity in Double Cab and 7,100 pounds (3,200 kg) on ​​the Access Cab and Regular Cab models with the V8 engine, the Tundra still lacks the power to compete with the heavyweight offerings of the Big Three and Nissan.

In 2003, the T3 Special Edition was sold simultaneously with the launch of the Terminator 3 movie. It included the TRD performance package, "T3" badging, blackening grille and trim pieces, special 17 inch rim and limited T3 interior trim. 650 is sold in the US as 4x2 and 200 is sold in Canada as 4x4.

In 2006, Darrell Waltrip Edition was marketed to honor NASCAR drivers and its participation in the NASCAR Truck Series. Only 2000 V8-powered Double Cab models are manufactured. The package includes a special badging wheel and a unique 18-inch.

The Insurance Agency for Highway Safety (IIHS) rated the "Good Tundra" as a whole in their frontal offset collision test. This is the first full-size pickup that gets a "Good" score, then rivals from Ford and Dodge are rated "Poor" and in the case of GM "Marginal" entry.

Security reminder

During late 2009 Toyota issued a recall in the 2000-2003 model of the Tundras on the rust problem from the rear crossmember. The recall involves 110,000 vehicles and follows similar measures for Tacoma. After Tacoma's voluntary recall, the owner of Tundra begins to complain about the rust problem. In some cases, the truck is checked by the dealer and found to be unsafe to drive. Dealers refused to let their owners take their vehicles without signing a notice saying they had been told that Toyota had declared that their vehicle was not safe to drive. The complaint was then taken to WCVB-TV Channel 5 investigative reporter Susan Wornick and her story repeatedly in spring and fall 2009 which prompted NHTSA to initiate an investigation. NHTSA is very concerned that the owners reported the potential of the spare tire to get off the vehicle without warning due to corrosion and they opened an investigation on October 6, 2009. Toyota remembers 2000-2001 Tundras, soon expanding it until 2003. If no rust is detected the anti-corrosion compound will be applied, if rust is detected then crossmember will be replaced. While Toyota initially restricted the withdrawal to 20 cold-weather countries, the problem has already been seen elsewhere. In March 2010, the withdrawal was extended across the country. Toyota has replaced the frames on affected vehicles rather than paying 1.5 times the Kelley Blue Book value they offer Tacoma owners in a similar campaign for rust framing in Tacomas. Toyota began replacing frames later in the Tacoma campaign.

In January 2012, Toyota Motor Co. attracted 533,000 trucks and SUVs due to possible steering and suspension problems caused by faulty ball joints. The recall marked a sudden shift in policy for Japanese carmakers after repeatedly denying consumer complaints about problems and joint ball failure at Tundra and Sequoia. Toyota's recall includes the 2004 to 2007 model year of the full-size sport utility vehicle Sequoia and the 2004 to 2006 Tundra pickups sold in the US. A ball joint in the front suspension can wear out causing the vehicle to be difficult or sometimes impossible to drive. Toyota reported that the flaw may be the cause of 11 accidents which resulted in six accidents. This can cause the wheels to fall off the truck without notice.

Second generation (2007-present) h2>

2007-2013

The larger Tundra was introduced at the Chicago Auto Show in February 2006. It used styling cues from the Toyota Tacoma along with some cues from the Toyota FTX concept truck (also designed by Craig Kember in 2003). The truck has a towing capacity of up to 10,000 lb, and a payload capacity of over 2,000 pounds (910 kg), the new 5.7 liter V8 engine is coupled with a new 6-speed automatic transmission. The second generation Tundra has three engine options. The new 5.7 liter V8 generates 381 hp (284 kW 386 PS) and 401 pound force-feet (544 NM) of torque, and carries more than 4.7 liters of V8 rated on 276 hp (206 kW; 280 PS) and 313 pounds of force-feet (424 Ã, â "¢ m) of torque, as well as the previous 4.0 liter 1GR-FE V6 rated at 236 hp (176Ã , KW; 239Ã, PS) and 266 pound force-feet (361Ã,M? M) of torque.

When the new Tundra was first launched in January 2007, it was available in 31 configurations, consisting of 3 long beds, 3 cab configurations, 3 wheelbase, and 2 transmissions. The new Double Cab replaced the previous generation Access Cab, and the new CrewMax replaced the previous generation Double Cab, also built to compete with the Dodge Ram Mega Cab. Double Cabin and Ordinary Cabin are available with regular bed 6.5 â €

Toyota made the new Tundra useful for many construction workers by including extra large door handles, deck rail system, integrated crane barriers, and head restrictions that could be suitable for hardhat workers. The Tundra is also included as a standard: automatic limited-slip electronic differential (Auto LSD), Vehicle Stability Control, traction control, electronic brake power distribution, brake relief, anti-lock brakes and tailgate assistance. However, the beginning is more expensive than the Chevrolet Silverado Work Truck and Ford F-150 base.

Some other changes that include Toyota in the new Tundra are optional complementary mirrors, fuel tank 26.4 Â ° C (100 Â °, 22 Â °), available 22-inch alloy wheels (560 mm), backup camera, Bluetooth, large center console (large enough to load 15 inch (380 mm) laptops, extra large disc brakes and calipers, and the previously mentioned 6-speed sequential automatic transmission.

All 5.7-liter Tundras are equipped with a crane package that includes engine oil and transmission cooling, an integrated trailer hitch, axle ratio of 4.30: 1, and a large braking device to improve fade resistance. Equipped with 5.7 liter V8, the Tundra has a maximum tow rating of 9,000-10,400 Â £ (4,100-4,700 kg) depending on the body configuration. Toyota began to rank the Tundra under the SAE J2807 protocol which began in 2010.

Model year changes

• The 2008 model adds 13 variations bringing the total to 44 model variants. The 2008 model featured additional standard features at a lower price, also including a new "Tundra Grade" trim placed under the SR5 trim, and geared towards the price-conscious traders and consumers.
• Toyota sets the standard fuel capability of the E85 to 2009 Tundra equipped with 5.7 liter V8 in selected areas. Toyota also updated the TRD Sport package and added the TRD Rock Warrior package. Prices increased 0.4% compared to the previous 2008 model.

• The 2010 model year Tundra received a visual update to the grille and tail lights. Premium platinum trim levels are added. And the new 4.6-liter V8 paired with a 6-speed automatic replaces the previous 4.7-liter 2UZ-FE V8 engine. For added safety, the driver and front passenger knee airbags become standard and the NHTSA frontal collision test score is upgraded to five stars. Tundra 2010 began arriving at dealerships in late April 2009.

Custom edition and Option Package

Ivan Ironman Stewart Signature Series Tundra

In June 2008 Toyota introduced Ivan "Ironman" Stewart Signature Series Tundra. Three different packages are offered, one of which includes the TRD Supercharger.

In 2008, Stewart had won the Baja 500 seventeen times driving a Toyota vehicle.

Stone Warrior Package

For the 2009 model year, Toyota introduced a new off-road themed option package called TRD Rock Warrior. This option package is only available in 4x4 Tundras with Double Cab or CrewMax cabin. Included in the select group include 17 "TRD forged aluminum wheels, TU A Goodrich All-Terrain LT285/70R-17 BF, Bilstein shocks, front bumper and colored grille, matte black rear bumper and fog lamps, including black cloth bucket seats , sport shift knob and pedal cover. Double cabin model accepts rear window sliding TRD Rock Warrior Package available only in Black or Super White For 2011, the Rock Warrior package continued with a few minor changes: Manual slide with privacy glass (Double Cab ), and TRD Rock Warrior graphics. (Available in the following exterior colors: Black, Red Radian, Only Magnetic or Super White Gray Metals.)

Platinum Packages

For the 2010 model year, a new luxury option group called the Platinum package is made available exclusively at CrewMax Tundras. Package options include a chrome front bumper, a unique 20 "aluminum wheel, Platinum badge and moonroof strength.Increased interior including DVD navigation system and backup monitor, JBL sound system with satellite radio and Bluetooth system, trim woodgrain, glass breaker, and door threshold , this option group includes heated and ventilated bucket seats with hollow leather trim, power control and embroidered headrests.

Machine

model year 2007-2009

• 4.0Ã, L V6 GR engine 236Ã, hp (176Ã, kW) and 266Ã, lb? ft (361Ã, N? m) (California Air Resources Board (CARB) LEV II certified)
• 4.7Ã, L V8 UZ engine 276 hp (206 kW) and 313 lb? ft (424Ã, N? m) (CARB ULEV II certified)
• 5.7 L V8 UR machine 381 hp (284 kW) and 401 lb? ft (544Ã, N? m) (CARB ULEV II certified)

model year 2010-2013

• 4.0Ã, L V6 GR engine 236Ã, hp (176Ã, kW) and 266Ã, lb? ft (361Ã, N? m) (CARB LEV II certified) (2010)
• 4.0Ã, L V6 GR engine 270Ã, hp (201Ã, kW) and 278Ã, lb? ft (377Ã, N? m) (CARB LEV II certified) (2011-2013)
• 4.6 L V8 UR machine 310Ã, hp (231 kW) and 327Ã, lb? ft (443Ã, N? m) (CARB ULEV II certified)
• 5.7 L V8 UR machine 381 hp (284 kW) and 401 lb? ft (544Ã, N? m) (CARB ULEV II certified)

2014-present

On February 7, 2013, the updated Tundra 2014 was introduced at the Chicago Auto Show. This redesign features a larger grille, a more refined front and rear fenders, a redesigned tailgate and tail lights, and a completely redesigned interior. The only sheet metal that was brought from the previous model is the cabin and door. The hood line is lifted to give a more chiseled look and truck like spoiler. The interior features a standard 3.5-inch information screen, bluetooth connectivity, and a backup camera. The interior includes new seats, new gauges, new controls, updated ergonomics, and a redesigned dashboard with enhanced materials and visible surfaces of metal. Toyota used the same engine since the update MY 2010, V6 4.0L, 4.6L V8, and 5.7L V8. However, 4.0 L V6 saw an increase of 34Ã, hp (25 kW), and rated at 270 hp (201 kW) and 278 lb? Ft (377 Ã, N m).

Toyota restore suspension with a new level of damping to improve the driving quality compared to previous models. The steering rack is back in vain to improve the feel of the wheel. The Tundra line-up includes a new luxury premium model called the 1794. In total, the Tundra 2014 is available in five trim levels, SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, and 1794. For the 2014 model year, Toyota stopped the Tundra cab with a 6.5 ' other configurations remain the same. The 2015 model saw the introduction of the TRD PRO model, which is marketed as a more capable off-road package. In addition, the 2015 model saw 4.0L V6 discontinued.

Change model year

• The 2015 model year saw the introduction of the sixth trim level, Tundra TRD Pro as part of the new TRD Pro family. The storage tray underneath the rear seats has been added to the SR5 and Limited Double Cab models, and the 3.5 "TFT multi-information screen is made standard 4.6L V6 is also discontinued.
• The 2016 model has an updated front chrome grille on SR5 and 1794 Edition (in 1794 Edition, the front bumper also converted from Silver to Magnetic Gray). A large 38.0 gallon fuel tank option (standard is 26.4 gallons) on the 5.7L V8 SR5 model as part of the SR5 Enhancement Package, while it's standard on Limited, Platinum, 1794 Edition, and TRD Pro. The availability of Flex Fuel (FFV) is extended to 4x2 models. The Combined Trailer Brake Controller is added which is standard on all 5.7L V8 models (N/A with 4.6L V8). Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert availability is also expanded as standard equipment on Platinum and 1794 Edition, while also available on SR5 (Safety and Comfort Package, including front/rear sonar) and Limited (Limited Premium Package). The entertainment system accepts the updated Entune 2.5 system. The TRD Off-Road package is also now available in 1794 Edition. There are also some color changes: Blue Blazing Pearl (8T0) replaces Blue Ribbon Metallic (8T5), Sunset Bronze Metallic (4U3) is now available on SR5, Inferno (4X0) is now available in SR5 and Limited (requiring Off-Road TRD (OF) Packages), and SR is now only available in Super White, Black, and Radiant Red.

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Issue 1794

For the 2014 model year, Toyota introduced the 1794 Edition Tundra, designed as a top-grade luxury model to compete with Chevrolet Silverado High Country, Ford King Ranch, Ram Laramie and GMC Denali. The Toyota Tundra factory is located on land purchased by Toyota from the oldest cattle farm in Texas. 1794, referring to the year that this farm was founded by the Spanish invaders Juan Ignacio de Casanova. The 1794 Edition is a Western-themed package that includes leather-colored Lexus-class brown leather interior, heated/cooled/heated front seats, steering wheel and trimmed dashboard, sunroof power, blind spot monitoring, Etune Premium JBL sound system with navigation system, Velg 20 "and 1794 Badging The seats in 1794 are finished in leather and suede-like and contrast stitching features.Dashboards and door panels also have skin surfaces that are trimmed along with wood accents.

TRD Pro

For the Model Year 2015, Toyota introduced the TRD Pro option package to compete with the likes of Ford SVT Raptor and Ram 1500 Rebel. It is marketed as a high-end off-road package that is one step above the standard TRD option package. The TRD Pro includes large shocks of the 2.5 "long Bilstein reservoir in all four wheels allowing for maximum extension of larger shocks compared to other Tundra shocks.This shock allows for an additional 1.75 inches (44 mm) of travel ahead and 1, 83 inches (46 mm) at the rear and uses an increasingly strong three-stage damping as a compressive suspension. This shock allows the TRD Pro Tundra to have a 2-inch (51 mm) up-front head height higher than the other Tundras. springs intended for more suspension compliance.The TRD Pro also includes a 0.25 inch thick aluminum front panel plate (6 mm) and a TRD cat-back dual exhaust system.

TRD Pro has a unique body color grille with a dark centerline and the word "TOYOTA" on it, not the Toyota Emblem. The TRD PRO logo is stamped onto the side of the pickup bed, while the TRD logo is on the shift key, center console, and mat. The interior features a unique TRD Pro coating and door trim with contrasting red stitching and Etune premium audio system with navigation. Tires include P275/65-18 Michelin LTX A/T2 tires on black alloy wheels that have a unique TRD center cap. TRD Pro is available in three colors: Inferno, Attitude Black Metallic, and Super White. The TRD Pro is available as the only option on the 4x4 Tundra SR5 either in Double Cab with 6.5Ã ©, ft (2.0 m) or CrewMax beds with 5.5Ã, ft (1.7 m) beds.

For the 2016 model year, the Tundra TRD Pro adds black leather with red contrast stitching and TRD Pro logo. The large 38.0-gallon fuel tank and integrated Trailer Brake Controller have standard equipment. The color palette is converted to Quicksand (4V6), Magnetic Gray (1G3), and Super White (040). While Super White was brought in from 2015, Magnetic Gray (1G3) and Quicksand (4V6) are new. Quicksand was first shown on the FJ-S Cruiser Concept used by Toyota and TRD USA as a test bed for the initial concept of TRD Pro Series. Quicksand pays tribute to the iconic Land Cruiser and FJ Cruiser from which TRD Pro Series inherits its rough DNA.

Machine

2014-2015 year model

• 4.0Ã, L V6 GR engine 276Ã, hp (206Ã, kW) and 283Ã, lb? ft (384Ã, N? m) (CARB LEV II certified) 2014 only
• 4.6 L V8 UR machine 310Ã, hp (231 kW) and 327Ã, lb? ft (443Ã, N? m) (CARB ULEV II certified)
• 5.7 L V8 UR machine 381 hp (284 kW) and 401 lb? ft (544Ã, N? m) (CARB ULEV II certified)

Availability

Assembly

The second generation Tundra was originally assembled at two different United States locations, the original Princeton, Indiana factory supplied by the newly built San Antonio, Texas plant. Combined, the two factories gave Toyota the maximum capacity to produce 300,000 Tundra units per year or 100,000 units from the Indiana plant and another 200,000 from the Texas plant. When designing plants in Texas, Toyota arranged for 21 key Tundra suppliers to set up factories in the same location to avoid logistical problems, but the suppliers were more vulnerable to the market downturn. Toyota also includes a $ 9 million health care facility to serve the workers and their dependents.

The Tundra owns 75% of the content of North America.

In the second quarter of 2008 Toyota shifted all Tundra production to a Texas plant. All Tundra engines and transmissions are built in the United States. Because sales fell in 2008, Tundra production in San Antonio stopped for three months.

Security

The Tundra is equipped with dual front airbags, front gear airbags on the front, and airbags in addition to rollover sensing for front and rear rows. Vehicle Stability Control, traction control, anti-lock brake, brake relief, and electronic brake power distribution are also standard. For the 2010 model year, driver and front passenger airbags are standard.

Toyota's Tundra is the first full-size pickup to be awarded the IIHS Top Safety Pick, followed by the redesigned Ford F-150 2009. In tests conducted by IIHS, Tundra received an overall "Good" score in a frontal offset collision test, the highest possible rating in a side collision impact test, and a maximum score for rear damage protection.

The main difference between frontal collision testing IIHS and NHTSA, is IIHS conducting offset test in which a smaller part of the vehicle structure absorbs energy from collisions. This type of collision test is more demanding on vehicle structure, whereas full frontal collision test is more demanding on vehicle control system. Both the IIHS and NHTSA frontal impact tests are only comparable between vehicles of equal weight.

Because the Tundra Vehicle Stability Control system is disabled when a 4x4 vehicle system involved Consumer Reports has questioned Tundra's Top Safety Pick award. Toyota's response is that Tundra does not display a central differential that will be a weak point in the drivetrain. However the stability control system still operates at times when the truck is in 4x2 mode although many drivers will choose 4x4 mode in slippery conditions. In 2010 this model has been improved. Electronic stability control function in 4x4hi and removable in 4x4lo. This is verified by the updated owner's manual, visor instructions, and road tests on snow and ice in 4x4hi. When understeer or oversteer occurs at 4x4hi, a beep sounds, and the yellow dash indicator indicates that the VSC is activated, braking the individual wheels to adjust the driver input on the steering wheel.

Supercharger TRD

Toyota started selling the TRD-bolt on-off supercharger kit for the 5.7-liter V8 Tundra in June 2008. The power output is raised to 504 hp (376 kW) and 550 pound force-feet (750Ã,® M) torque. When the installation is done by a Toyota dealer, the warranty remains intact. This kit features the Eaton-style TVS Roots-type supercharger that uses twin four-lorry rotor, designs shared with the newly introduced Toyota TRD Aurion, Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 and Cadillac CTS-V. TRD stopped TrD Supercharger in mid 2015, which means that the 2015 model is the last year that has the official TRD ECU reflash available.

Edmunds test the Tundra supercharged TRD that completes 1/4 mile in 13.3 seconds @ 103.8 mph (167.0 km/h). Edmunds previously tested a naturally occurring 5.7-liter Tundra V8 that clocked 14.8 seconds @ 93.7 mph (150.8 km/h). Motor Trend Test of the supercharged Tundra generates 1/4 mile 13.0 seconds @ 106.3 mph (171.1 km/h). The Tundra takes 4.4 seconds to run from 0-60 mph.

Award and comparison test

Awards

• CanadianDriver chooses the Tundra as "Truck King" as the best 1/2-ton pickup with engine replacement larger than 5.0 liter, and again as the best 1/2-ton by machine replacing less than 5.0 liters.
• The Trailer Boat awarded Tundra the Tow 2007 of the Year award after completing nearly two weeks of testing.
• Truckin Magazine awarded Tundra Crew Max with the 2008 Truck award.
• Motor Trends selected the 2008 Tundra Truck of the Year. Other competitors tested are Chevrolet Silverado HD, GMC Sierra HD, and Ford F-250, F-350 and F-450. While Chevrolet Silverado, TOTY 2007 Motor Trends is not in competition, it is defeated by the Tundra in comparison to the previous three rounds as mentioned below. However, Trend Motor ranks Silverado and Sierra forward in the comparison test later.

Media comparison test

• May 2009: Motor Trend comparison test with Ford F150 Supercrew results in defeat.
• April 2009: Testing Edmunds.com 4x4 truck resulted in 2nd place finish for Tundra.
• November 2008: A test by Pickuptrucks.com rated the 3rd Tundra, Trends is required to join the test and rank 5 Tundra.
• 2007: Motor Trend and Trend Trend magazine rated Tundra in front of its GM contenders in a three-round battle. This part of the comparison takes place before Tundra is officially sold to the public. All sections are published in both magazines.

Introduction Round 1: Round Head-to-Head 2: Final Round Down and Dirty - Up, Up and Out:

• 2007: 4-wheel & amp; Peterson Off Road gave Tundra 2nd place in the final of 2008 4x4 from this year's competition. First place goes to Toyota Land Cruiser
• August 2007: Consumer Reports rated Tundra as the 2nd best full-size pickup behind Chevrolet Avalanche.
• April 2007: Car and Driver placed the 3rd Tundra in 5 truck embankments.
• March 2007: Popular Mechanics rated Tundra 2nd in full-size pickup comparison.
• January 2007: Edmunds.com placed the first Tundra in their 1/2-ton comparison test.

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Withdrawal and reliability

In May 2007, a Toyota spokesman declared 20 ridge shaft failures occurring in Toyota's new engine along the 5.7 L 3UR-FE V-8. Toyota said the failure was the result of a defect in the process of casting a ridge axis, and the camshaft supplier had corrected the error. If a ridge shaft fails, Toyota will replace the machine and extend the warranty or buy back the truck from the owner. Toyota was originally intended to start selling the Tundra equipped with 5.7 liters during the northern hemisphere summer of 2007 but decided to ignite the engine into production to match the November 2006 launch date. This decision was the result of the product planner and the dealer's desire for the availability of the V8 larger on initial sales.

On 13 December 2007, Toyota Motor Corp. attracted 15,600 4x4 2007 model-year Tundras in the United States because the connection of the rotor axle shaft may fail. "It is possible that the connections in the rear axle shaft may have been treated incorrectly, resulting in inadequate hardness," Toyota said. Adding, "This can cause the rear axle portion to separate on the connection." There is one case of reported abnormal noise occurring in the affected vehicle. No accidents connected with the recall. Tundra owners will be notified from late December 2007 and asked to contact local Toyota dealers for inspection. If the hardness is not correct, the dealer will replace the rotor axle.

The 2007-2010 Tundra was recalled as part of a 2009-10 Toyota vehicle that recalls its accelerator pedal.

Although the Toyota Tundra has several draws, it remains the highest rated pickup truck for reliability. Consumer reports rated the Toyota Tundra 2WD pickup as having the highest predictor reliability among all full-size pickup trucks. Toyota Tundra 4x4 gets second place, just below the 2WD model. Toyota Tundra is also the only full-size pickup to make Consumer Reports the most reliable new car and the most reliable list of used cars. Toyota Tundra is recommended by Consumer Reports and is the only full-sized truck that has an above-average reliability rating.

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Sales

The Indiana plant can produce 130,000 Tundra per year. Having been in the market for over a decade, it has about 17% of the full-size half-ton market.

In 2000, Toyota sold 107,798 Tundras, compared to a Toyota T100 pickup that sold about 50,000 units. In 2005, Toyota sold 126,529 units.

With the additional capacity of the San Antonio plant, Toyota plans to sell about 200,000 Tundras for 2007. Toyota missed its 2007 sales target, selling just under 200,000 vehicles. By comparison, for 2007, GMC Sierra's sales of more than 12,000 more than the Tundra, Chevrolet Silverado were over 422,000 compared to the Tundra, and the Ford F-150 once again became the sales leader with 756,980 units in the same year.

Approximately 70-80% of Tundra sales are 5.7 L versions, and 46% are Crew Max. Standard cabin versions are sold more slowly than expected.

World market

In 2015, Toyota Tundra is sold in the US, Canada, Mexico, Panama, Honduras, Bolivia, Chile, and the French region in New Caledonia at LHD only.

Toyota Tundra has a gray import presence in several countries including Japan, China, Australia, Switzerland, and the Middle East.

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NASCAR

In 2004, Tundra joined the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and won its first victory at Michigan International Speedway on July 31 of that year. In 2006, Tundra won the first Toyota manufacturer championship that won 12 of 25 races. This model also gets drivers and championship owners with Todd Bodine and Germain Racing. The truck won every year from 2006 to 2010

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Interesting Space Shuttle Endeavor

On Friday, October 12, 2012, the unmodified Toyota Tundra Crew Max, packed the Space Shuttle Endeavor, above a special light dolly, across from the Manchester Boulevard Bridge (which crosses Interstate 405). The 12-mile (19 km) plane ride to the California Science Center was conducted by four own robotic transporters. However, due to the weight restriction of the bridge, the space shuttle was transferred to a lighter non-powered dolly and pulled a short distance by the Tundra. After actually crossing the bridge, the shuttle returned to the robot transporter to continue its journey. Toyota also used this opportunity to film the ads that aired during the 2013 Super Bowl.

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Millions-mile Tundra

In 2016, Victor Sheppard of Houma, Louisiana, recorded over 1,000,000 miles (1,600,000 km) in his 2007 Tundra. Within eight years of trucks, he enters an average of 125,000 miles (200,000 km) per year and has served its local dealers 117 times. Sales of Toyota Motor, USA, Inc. giving Sheppard the 2016 Tundra model instead of his old truck; the company will unpack to learn its durability and reliability.

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Footnote

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External links

• Toyota Tundra Global Site

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