NHTSA Recall 21V688000: Headlights (exterior lighting) and electrical system: wiring
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 158,489 vehicles. It affects 2018–2021 Toyota Tundra.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V688000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21TB06 / 21TA06 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | September 2, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Tundra vehicles. The headlight electrical circuits may power the high and low beams simultaneously, which could overheat the electrical connector.
Safety risk
An overheated electrical connector can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the engine wire harness assembly and replace any damaged bulb, bulb connector, and/or headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB06 and 21TA06.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V688000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.