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2016 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition

The 2016 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition is a 381-hp 5.7-liter V8 pickup truck with a 6-speed automatic overdrive and four-wheel drive. It starts at $49,580 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.

It makes 381 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 401 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 17 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).

The Tundra measures 228.9 inches long on a 145.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,690 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypePickup
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$49,580 ($67,140 *)
MSRP with Destination$50,775 ($68,758 *)
Destination Charge$1,195
Engine
Engine Type5.7-liter DOHC EFI V8, aluminum block with 32-valve aluminum alloy head with Dual VVT-i
Displacement5.7 L
Horsepower381 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque401 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 32-valve, Dual VVT-i
Bore and Stroke3.70 x 4.02 in.
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Injection TypeEFI
Drivetrain
Drive Type4x4 (four-wheel-demand system, electronically controlled two-speed transfer case)
Differential TypeAutomatic Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic overdrive
1st Gear3.33
2nd Gear1.96
3rd Gear1.35
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.73
6th Gear0.59
Reverse3.06
Final Drive4.3
Fuel Economy
City13 MPG
Highway17 MPG
Combined15 MPG
Recommended Fuel87-octane or higher (E85 capable)
Tank Capacity38 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent high-mounted double-wishbone front suspension with stabilizer bar and low pressure nitrogen gas shock absorbers
Rear SuspensionLive axle with trapezoid multi-leaf springs, outboard-mounted low pressure nitrogen gas shock absorbers
Front Stabilizer Bar1.42 in.
Brakes
Front Brake Calipers4-piston calipers
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 13.9 in.
Rear Brake DiscVentilated disc, 13.6 in.
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20 in. Aluminum Alloy
Wheels Rear20 in. Aluminum Alloy
Tires FrontP275/55R20
Tires RearP275/55R20
Dimensions & Weight
Length228.9 in
Width79.9 in
Height76.2 in
Wheelbase145.7 in
Front Track67.9 in
Rear Track67.9 in
Ground Clearance10.4 in
Approach Angle26°
Departure Angle21°
Curb Weight5,690 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.7 in
Headroom Rear38.9 in
Legroom Front42.5 in
Legroom Rear42.3 in
Shoulder Room Front65.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear65.5 in
Hip Room Front62.6 in
Hip Room Rear60.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (19.8 % risk)
Tested variant: 2016 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 4WD
Other tested variants (5)
  • 2016 Toyota Tundra PU/RC 4WD: 4 ★ overall
  • 2016 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 4WD: 4 ★ overall
  • 2016 Toyota Tundra PU/CC 2WD: 4 ★ overall
  • 2016 Toyota Tundra PU/RC 2WD: 4 ★ overall
  • 2016 Toyota Tundra PU/EC 2WD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota TUNDRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 23, 2021 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

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.

Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 21E103000

Nov 23, 2021 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

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.

Consequence: An oil leak may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 21V920000

Jun 29, 2017 · AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

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.

Consequence: The incorrect bolts may cause the air bag module to loosen over time, affecting the performance of the knee airbag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 17V416000

May 11, 2017 · WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

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.

Consequence: Lugnuts that crack and detach may cause the wheels to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 17V311000

Jan 24, 2017 · STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

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.

Consequence: If a person steps on the corner of the bumper that is damaged, a portion of the bumper may break away, increasing the risk of injury.

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.

NHTSA campaign 17V051000

Jun 9, 2016 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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."

Consequence: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 16V420000

120 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota TUNDRA

Owner Complaints

120 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota TUNDRA (2 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes34
Electrical System26
Structure21
Exterior Lighting15
Unknown Or Other15
Steering7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 25, 2026 · Fuel System, Gasoline, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
“The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated and shuddered. While driving approximately 65-70 MPH and depressing the accelerator…”
Jul 23, 2026 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“2016 flex fuel toyota tundra with 118,00 miles was towed to toyota dealer in Las cruces with a no fuel issue. After the analysis it was determined the fuel pump over heated burning out conector and…”
Jun 14, 2026 · Structure
“Bed is rusting out from the bottom in a fashion that looks very similar to a previous Tundra bed rusting issue that had a TSB and remedy from Toyota. On the driver's side bed bolt closest to the cab…”
May 22, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“The fuel pump component or system failed or malfunctioned the engine tried cranking but would not start. The problem has been reproduced to an independent service center, where I was notified of a…”
Apr 21, 2026 · Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine
“The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at slower speeds, the vehicle stalled while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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