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P0418 on TOYOTA TUNDRA

AIR System Control A Circuit

NHTSA Reports
9
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2012, 2007, 2011
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What P0418 Means on Your TOYOTA TUNDRA

P0418 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: AIR System Control A Circuit. This code relates to the emission controls system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

9 TOYOTA TUNDRA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2007-2013. Most reports come from the 2012, 2007 model years.

Real TOYOTA TUNDRA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Service engine light came on while driving under 30mph. engine no longer starts correctly. only 51,000 miles. air pump assembly and air switching valves error code. (p0418) known defunct parts for 2007 tundras which toyota extended warranty to 10 years or 150,000 miles."

— 2007 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · ENGINE · Filed 10/26/2018

"My 2011 toyota tundra while it was being driven the engine light came on. it was driven to a nearby o' reilly's for a code check. the code was p0418 which is the air induction pump which is an emission's code."

— 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE · Filed 04/29/2016

"Check engine light went on. got a code p0418-vehicle will go limp/not able to go over 25mps. toyota has a warranty repair program in place for all 2012 tundras with a 5.7 size but not mine because it is a 4."

— 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE · Filed 06/13/2020

"Check engine light came on.the code shoes p0418 air injection valve/pump. 76,000 mi on engine. cruising down interstate lost power. toyota extended warranty up to 2011 models."

— 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Filed 04/19/2012

"Code p0418 secondary air injector code keeps coming on - and is a known problem."

— 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Filed 06/01/2018

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

1
'07
1
'11
6
'12
1
'13

Common Causes on TOYOTA TUNDRA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 22.2%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22.2%
UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE 11.1%
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 11.1%
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 11.1%

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0418 mean on a TOYOTA TUNDRA?
P0418 indicates: AIR System Control A Circuit. This is a emission controls code. 9 TOYOTA TUNDRA owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P0418 on TOYOTA TUNDRA?
Based on 9 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P0418 serious on my TOYOTA TUNDRA?
Of 9 NHTSA reports for this code on TOYOTA TUNDRA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.
What should I do if my TOYOTA TUNDRA shows P0418?
1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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