106,000 Miles Later: Why This Tundra Owner’s Engine Swap Didn’t Shake His Loyalty

When you clock over 100,000 miles in less than two years, you get to know a truck intimately. That’s exactly where one 2023 Toyota Tundra owner found himself, and he had a story to tell. After racking up 106,000 miles, his truck’s engine was replaced under warranty. The big question: would he buy another Tundra?

The answer might surprise you.

The owner, who shared his experience on the Pickup Truck +SUV Talk podcast, didn’t sugarcoat the frustration. The engine failure was a blow, especially on a nearly new truck. But Toyota’s response was swift, covering the replacement with no cost to him. He noted that the dealership handled the process professionally, and the new engine has been running strong ever since.

For him, the bigger picture mattered more than the hiccup.

What kept him loyal? Reliability beyond the engine issue. He praised the Tundra’s towing capability, comfortable ride, and overall durability during those 106,000 hard miles. He also pointed out that Toyota’s warranty support gave him confidence, something he’s not sure he’d get from other brands.

While he’d be more cautious about buying a first-year model again, he said he’d absolutely consider another Tundra or a Toyota truck in the future.

The takeaway? Even a major repair doesn’t always break the trust. For this owner, the Tundra’s day-to-day performance and the manufacturer’s backing outweighed the early engine trouble. It’s a reminder that in the world of heavy-duty use, how a company handles problems can be just as important as how the truck handles the road.