The documented failure patterns on used Toyota Tundras — the mileage window where each shows up,
and what the repair typically costs at an independent shop. This is the same data NoLemon's Brief checks
against every VIN.
First-generation Tundra frames rot the same way as Tacoma frames of this era. Inspect the frame rails and crossmembers with a flashlight and screwdriver before any money changes hands. Toyota campaigns covered some trucks years ago; assume any repair today is on you.
BEFORE YOU BUY Ask for repair records covering this item. If it hasn't been addressed and the
car is in or near the mileage window, price the $4,000–$12,000 repair into your offer — or make it the seller's problem.
2007–2013TYPICAL 60k–160k MI$1,500–$3,500
Secondary air injection pump failure
The emissions air pump and its valves fail, setting codes P2440/P2445 and forcing the truck into limp mode with almost no power. Scan for stored codes before buying and ask if the pump has already been replaced. Toyota extended coverage for a while, but most trucks are past it now.
BEFORE YOU BUY Ask for repair records covering this item. If it hasn't been addressed and the
car is in or near the mileage window, price the $1,500–$3,500 repair into your offer — or make it the seller's problem.
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