The 2002 Tundra is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2002 Toyota Tundra owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
""Paint has long been disappearing, primarily on roof and hood of the car. It is starting to rust in the worst areas.""
Anonymous, GA (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 4.7-L V8)"Clear coat is peeling. Not suprising considering the truck's age."
Anonymous, TN (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 4.7-L V8)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Check engine light indicates that the catalytic converter is underperforming. It will be expensive to replace so i havent fixed it yet"
Anonymous, CA (2002 Toyota Tundra Base 3.4-L V6)"Shock absorbers and struts were becoming a safety problem and were replaced."
Anonymous, WA (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 4.7-L V8)"Frame was rusting through and needed to be repaired. It was fixed in April 2024."
Anonymous, MN (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 4.7-L V8)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"I simply don't really know the specifics of the problem, since the truck is my husbands and I don't pay attention when he explains things to me!!"
Anonymous, FL (2002 Toyota Tundra Unsure 4.7-L V8)""The trucks fuel gauge indicated that it was losing 1/3 of a tank of fuel during a five mile trip. I thought it was a bad gauge but later loaned it to a neighbor who quickly brought it back, showing me that it was gushing from under the truck while the engine was running. I had it towed to a repair shop where they pulled the tank ad replaced the plastic hoses connecting it to the engine, saying that the couplings seemed to have dissolved on two of them. Seems to have solved the problem.""
Anonymous, GA (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 4.7-L V8)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
""A/C cycles on and off, even after recharging. It began over a year ago, have not had the opportunity to get it repaired.""
Anonymous, FL (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 3.4-L V6)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Second time they have needed replacement"
Anonymous A., CA (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 4.7-L V8)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
"Gear selector linkage box in steering column broke,"
Anonymous A., FL (2002 Toyota Tundra Limited 4.7-L V8)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
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""The clear coat started to flake off, and eventually came completely off on the hood and fenders.""
Anonymous, FL (2002 Toyota Tundra SR5 3.4-L V6)