2010 Toyota Tundra: Broken leaf springs
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2010 Tundra report: broken leaf springs. CarComplaints.com lists 4 owner complaints, average mileage 107,750 miles.
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints for the 2010 Tundra in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11746857 (filed 06/27/2026): “My understanding is that my vehicle went in for the frame issue. however on both the driver and passenger sides the frame is literally disintegrating. the metal is falling apart in solid chunks, not flakes actual chunks ⅜" x 2" x 3"! this is taking place in th…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11671839 (filed 07/07/2025): “Took my 2010 tundra in for service at a local repair shop and was told that my frame has severe rust on the frame and is in poor condition. i am worried about the safety of this vehicle for me and my family. i am the only owner of the truck and purchased it br…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace springs (4 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Shocks/struts can be DIY with proper spring compressors; air suspension diagnosis needs a scan tool. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $1,490 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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