| Issue ID | 1633482 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11297976 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | TUNDRA |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 29/12/19 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While traveling at 70 mph on a congested highway, the engine suddenly made loud noise then stalled. No engine or maintenance lights illuminated and there was no warning. The vehicle was very narrowly able to be controlled to a stop. Braking was diminished due to engine stall and steering was also compromised. Once removed to a safe location it was discovered that the left intake spring broke in half allowing the valve to descend into the cylinder, struck the piston, rebounded, struckthe cam shaft and bent. The cost of repairs are estimated at 9k. Internet research has indicated multiple complaints from across the country of identical failures. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 195000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | GUYTON, GA |
| VIN pattern | 5TBRV54108SXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 70 |
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