2022-2023 Toyota Tundra Body Panel Recall (23V142)
Toyota Motor Corporation · 130,266 vehicles · Reported March 3, 2023
Toyota Motor Corporation is recalling 130,266 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra; 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid vehicles. The tonneau cover attachment joints may come loose and allow the cover to detach. A tonneau cover that detaches while driving can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Contact a dealer about the recall repair.
Recall 23V142 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V142000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 23TB03 / 23TA03 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 3, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Vehicles | 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra; 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid |
| Units affected | 130,266 |
| Component | Structure > Body |
| Safety risk | A tonneau cover that detaches while driving can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra in recall 23V142?
The tonneau cover attachment joints may come loose and allow the cover to detach.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles that may be equipped with a Toyota genuine accessory tonneau cover. The tonneau cover attachment joints may come loose and allow the cover to detach.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2023 Tundra with recall 23V142?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A tonneau cover that detaches while driving can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A tonneau cover that detaches while driving can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Tundra shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the body, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V142?
Recall 23V142 covers 130,266 vehicles: 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra; 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid.
NHTSA lists 130,266 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | Toyota | Tundra |
| 2022-2023 | Toyota | Tundra Hybrid |
What is the fix for the Tundra body panel recall?
Yes. Owners of the subject vehicles will be notified by first class mail to return their vehicles to a Toyota dealer.
Owners of the subject vehicles will be notified by first class mail to return their vehicles to a Toyota dealer. Dealer will install new hardware (bolts, spacers, washers, nuts, rubber washers and cotter pins) to the existing bracket and tonneau cover. If the tonneau cover has tears or splits at the mounting holes to the extent that new hardware cannot be installed, it will be replaced with a new tonneau cover and hardware. Owners will receive a notice once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB03/23TA03.
Manufacturer recall number: 23TB03 / 23TA03.
When was recall 23V142 announced?
Toyota Motor Corporation reported recall 23V142 to NHTSA on March 3, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 3, 2023 | Toyota Motor Corporation filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V142000. |
This recall was filed 43 months ago. If your Tundra was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Tundra is part of recall 23V142?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V142 is open on your Tundra, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V142000 is open on your Tundra, it will be listed there, along with Toyota recall number 23TB03 / 23TA03. You can also ask any Toyota dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Tundra owners do about recall 23V142?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V142000 applies to your Tundra.
- Call a Toyota dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any body symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Tundra owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 839 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 25 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Since recall 23V142 was reported on March 3, 2023, owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 3 of them (12%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the body, doors and seats and were received on or after March 3, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related body, doors and seats issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 839 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 25 of them involve the body, doors and seats. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Toyota Tundra: 428 complaints in total, 19 about the body, doors and seats
- 2023 Toyota Tundra: 407 complaints in total, 5 about the body, doors and seats
- 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid: 2 complaints in total, 1 about the body, doors and seats
- 2022 Toyota Tundra Hybrid: 2 complaints in total, 0 about the body, doors and seats
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V142000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue.
2023 Toyota Tundra owner, MA, NHTSA complaint 11522337, filed May 16, 2023
Seat side panels (which are plastic) have been replaced 2 times in the last year and now the have broken again!!! i would like information on how to get them replaced again with stronger material that will last as it should!!!!!…
2023 Toyota Tundra owner, AL, NHTSA complaint 11711953, filed January 19, 2026
The driver's side front seat lower plastic shield/trim panel completely fractured under normal, everyday usage conditions. The material failed and cracked into sharp, jagged pieces that protrude out into the cabin entryway/exitway. While exiting the vehicle at approximately 57,00, this broke plastic snagged and nearly caused a severe puncture or laceration injury to my leg.
2023 Toyota Tundra owner, SC, NHTSA complaint 11767089, filed September 26, 2026
Can recall 23V142 make my Tundra a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 23V142000 does not automatically make your Tundra a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Body and latch defects on the 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra may seem minor until a door opens while driving or a seat will not lock. Problems that return after repair belong in your records.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V142
Did the recall 23V142 fix work?
Since recall 23V142 was reported on March 3, 2023, owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 3 of them (12%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 23V142000 recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are normally free at authorized dealers. Check the owner letter or ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
How do I know if my Tundra is part of recall 23V142000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V142000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Toyota. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.