# Toyota Tundra traction control light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 14 - **Most complaints:** 2023 (4) - **Related recalls:** 1 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 14 owner complaints about the traction control light on the Toyota Tundra (2015-2026 models), most for the **2023** model year (4). There is **1 recall** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. ## Toyota Tundra traction control light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the traction control light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 1 | 51 | 2% | | 2017 | 1 | 78 | 1% | | 2018 | 2 | 100 | 2% | | 2019 | 1 | 74 | 1% | | 2020 | 1 | 47 | 2% | | 2022 | 1 | 432 | 0% | | 2023 | 4 | 412 | 1% | | 2024 | 1 | 351 | 0% | | 2025 | 2 | 141 | 1% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Toyota Tundra recalls related to the traction control light **[18V122000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V122000)** (2018 models, reported 2018-02-20): Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system can increase the risk of a crash in certain conditions. **Remedy:** Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2018. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Toyota Tundra owners report - "Radar system and traction control shuts off during normal operation and requires vehicle to be pulled over and turned off then back on to regain control. This causea a loss of forward collision warning, brake assistance, traction control, and lane departure assistance" -- owner of a 2025 Toyota Tundra, complaint filed 2025 - "On this particular occasion the vehicle downshifted erratically climbing a steep roadway causing a loss of control in wet conditions activating the vehicle stability control. Vehicle was brought to dealer and Toyota Brand Engagement was notified requesting a remedy." -- owner of a 2024 Toyota Tundra, complaint filed 2025 - "The pre-collision light was flashing, along with the traction control light was flashing and none of the safety systems were working." -- owner of a 2023 Toyota Tundra, complaint filed 2025 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the traction control light means A flashing traction control light is normal: it means the system is cutting power or braking a wheel to stop it from spinning on a slippery surface. A light that stays on means traction or stability control is turned off or has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor that also triggers the ABS light. The car drives normally, but it is easier to skid. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **System switched off** (common) 2. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (common) 3. **Engine fault disabling the system** (common) 4. **Steering angle sensor needs calibration** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Toyota Tundra traction control light? Yes. NHTSA lists 1 related recall (18V122000) covering 2018 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Toyota Tundra years have the most traction control light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2018, 2023 and 2025 Tundra model years have the most complaints mentioning the traction control light, with 4 for 2023. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Toyota Tundra with the traction control light on? Drive to a shop this week. Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. Slow down in rain, snow or ice, and get it checked soon if the ABS or red brake light is also on. ### How do I check if my Toyota Tundra has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Toyota dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Toyota Tundra warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/toyota-tundra): 7 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/toyota-tundra): 47 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/toyota-tundra): 74 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/toyota-tundra): 13 complaints - [Oil pressure warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/oil-pressure/toyota-tundra): 11 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/toyota-tundra): 28 complaints ## Traction control light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-silverado): 337 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/gmc-sierra): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee): 132 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-colorado): 128 complaints - [Chevrolet Malibu](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-malibu): 110 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-cherokee): 92 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-explorer): 81 complaints ## Toyota Tundra - [Toyota Tundra specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-tundra) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/toyota-tundra Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.