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2026 Toyota Tundra maintenance schedule

The 2026 Tundra is part of the XK70 generation (2022-2026), sold as a pickup. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2026 Tundra needs, and when

1 of these 11 items comes from Toyota's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Toyota's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

5,000 for towing

10,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Engine air filter30,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter15,000 mi / 18 monthsIndependent
Tire rotation5,000 mi / 6 monthsIndependent
Brake fluidInspect, replace as neededIndependent
Engine coolant100,000 mi / 10 yearsIndependent
Transmission fluid

Inspect/Service heavy towing

Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
Spark plugs120,000 mi / 12 yearsIndependent
Serpentine beltInspect, replace as neededIndependent
Differential and transfer case fluid (4WD)Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
12V batteryInspect, replace as neededManufacturer

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-20
Coolant
SLLC
Transmission fluid
ATF WS

Powertrains in this generation

  • 3.4L 6-cyl (V35A-FTS), 348 hp, 10-speed Auto, RWD/4WD
  • 3.4L 6-cyl hybrid (V35A-FTS Hybrid), 437 hp, 10-speed Auto, RWD/4WD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA recalls for the 2026 Toyota Tundra

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Toyota dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Equipment

NHTSA 26V433000

July 2026

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling one 2026 Tundra truck. The current load carrying capacity modification label is incorrect. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Remedy: SET will provide the owner with a new load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. An owner notification letter was mailed August 6, 2026. The owner may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET26A.

Equipment

NHTSA 26V179000

March 2026

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Remedy: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.

Other Tundra model years

XK70 (2022-2026)

20222023202420252026

XK50 (2007-2021)

20142015201620172018201920202021

Shopping new? The Toyota Tundra guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-16. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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