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2016 Toyota Tundra

The 2016 Toyota Tundra is a pickup truck, rated at 17 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.

2016 Toyota Tundra
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Combined MPG
17
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$41,000
Recalls
6

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeToyota
ModelTundra
Model year2016
Vehicle classPickup Truck

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement4.6 L
Cylinders8
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG15
Highway MPG19
Combined MPG17
CO₂ tailpipe536 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3650

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Tundra 2WD15 MPG combined
Tundra 2WD17 MPG combined
Tundra 2WD FFV15 MPG combined
Tundra 4WD15 MPG combined
Tundra 4WD16 MPG combined
Tundra 4WD FFV15 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City15 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined17 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Tundra17 MPG
Class average22.6 MPG

About 25% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$722/mo
Amount financed
$36,900
Total interest
$6,419
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5-year fuel cost
$11,824

$2,365/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG17
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (6)

  • AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER17V416000 · 2017-06-29

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Tundra vehicles. The affected vehicles have a passenger knee air bag module that was attached to the instrument panel mounting brackets with incorrect bolts.

    Remedy: All of the affected vehicles have been inspected and any incorrect knee air bag mounting bolts have been replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0K.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS17V051000 · 2017-01-24

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tundra vehicles equipped with a resin rear step bumper and resin reinforcement brackets (vehicles with chrome step bumpers are not affected). In the event of an impact to the corner of the bumper, the resin bracket may be damaged but not be noticed.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the resin rear bumper reinforcement brackets with steel ones, and replace the rear bumper tread, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0C.

  • WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS17V311000 · 2017-05-11

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia vehicles accessorized with Southeast Toyota accessory 20-inch Rockstar wheels installed by Southeast Toyota or a Southeast Toyota dealer. The Rockstar wheels were installed with lugnuts that may crack and detach.

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement lugnuts, free of charge. The recall began June 23, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET17A.

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS16V420000 · 2016-06-09

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

  • STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM21V920000 · 2021-11-23

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  • STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM21E103000 · 2021-12-23

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Toyota Tundra?

The 2016 Toyota Tundra is EPA-rated at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 19 highway).

Is the 2016 Toyota Tundra reliable?

NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2016 Toyota Tundra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2016 Toyota Tundra?

The 2016 Toyota Tundra earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Toyota Tundra?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Toyota Tundra costs roughly $2,365 per year to fuel, or about $11,824 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Toyota Tundra?

The 2016 Toyota Tundra is classified as a pickup truck. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC