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P2445 on TOYOTA TUNDRA

AIR System Pump Stuck Off Bank 1

NHTSA Reports
4
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2005, 2011, 2013
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What P2445 Means on Your TOYOTA TUNDRA

P2445 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: AIR System Pump Stuck Off Bank 1. This code relates to the powertrain system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

4 TOYOTA TUNDRA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2005-2018. Most reports come from the 2005, 2011 model years.

Real TOYOTA TUNDRA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Service bulletin p2445 for secondary air ingection system then notes the frame is corrosion and mounts are braking off"

— 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER · Filed 03/05/2019

"On sun. 10/11/14, i drove our tundra on the highway when it lost power. the engine raced and rpms increased, but the speed fell and no acceleration was possible. on a hill, speed fell to about 15 mph."

— 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 10/19/2014

"On two different occasions i was driving my tundra on the freeway at approx. 70 mph. my truck lost power and i almost caused accidents on both instances since i could not accelerate past 40 mph. i had to manage my way out of the freeway to a safe place."

— 2013 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 08/01/2020

"Check engine light came on and after scanning Code P2445 'Secondary Air Injection Pump Stuck Off' was the error. Vehicle went into lower power mode, which is very unsafe for highway driving."

— 2018 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE · Filed 05/31/2022

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

1
'05
1
'11
1
'13
1
'18

Common Causes on TOYOTA TUNDRA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN or OTHER 25%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 25%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 25%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 25%

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 P2445 mean on a TOYOTA TUNDRA?
P2445 indicates: AIR System Pump Stuck Off Bank 1. This is a powertrain code. 4 TOYOTA TUNDRA owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P2445 on TOYOTA TUNDRA?
Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Suspension,Electrical System,Unknown Or Other, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P2445 serious on my TOYOTA TUNDRA?
Of 4 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 P2445?
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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