Shifterati2nd gen Toyota Tundra 2007–2021
This page is a draft. It has not been approved yet, so read it with care.
Bigger, with the 381 hp 5.7L V8, three cabs including the CrewMax, and a long run of trims from SR to the TRD Pro. From 2020 the 5.7L V8 was the only engine.
Watch out for
Reputation: what owners and the press report. Tap one to see what to check.
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Failed secondary air injection pump 2007–2013 One source so far
What to check: Look for a check-engine light or limp mode, and ask whether the air injection pump or valves were replaced.
Sources 1
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Cam gear noise on a cold start 2007 One source so far
What to check: Start the engine cold and listen for a rattle or tick.
Sources 1
What buyers say
Reputation: what owners and the press report
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Sought after: 2014 2014 One source so far
FLEX Automotive, a dealer, recommends the 2014. It notes some shift hesitation, usually cured by a software update.1
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Sought after: 2019 to 2021 2019–2021 One source so far
FLEX Automotive recommends the last three years of the 5.7L V8, with Toyota Safety Sense standard from 2019.1
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Sought after: The 5.7L V8 All years One source so far
In one BITOG thread, one member says the 5.7L is the engine to get, and two owners of 2011 trucks with it say they have had no issues.2
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Avoid: 2007, the first year 2007 Less sought after One source so far
FLEX Automotive says to avoid or inspect the 2007 closely, for air injection pump failures, cam gear noise on cold starts and early brake wear.1
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Avoid: 2012 and 2013 2012–2013 Less sought after One source so far
FLEX Automotive says to avoid these years, for air injection pump failures and a hesitant shift from second to third gear.1
Before you pay
Every warning and recall for this generation, with a box to tick.