What year were Toyota tundras made in Indiana?
Toyota began producing the Tundra at the Princeton, Indiana plant in the late 1990s, with the Indiana production run overseeing the first-generation Tundra until the transition to a Texas-built second generation in the early 2020s.
Where and when the Tundra was made in Indiana
The Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) facility in Princeton, Indiana, was the long-time production home for the Tundra before the current generation shifted to another plant. Here is a concise timeline of Indiana’s involvement in Tundra manufacturing.
Timeline of Indiana Tundra production
Before outlining the key points, note that the following items summarize the period during which Indiana produced Tundras.
- 1999–2000: The Tundra launches and begins production at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) in Princeton, marking the start of Indiana’s role in building Tundras (model year 2000).
- 2000s–early 2010s: The first-generation Tundra continues to be produced at TMMI in Princeton as part of ongoing output.
- 2021: Production of the second-generation Tundra moves to Toyota’s plant in San Antonio, Texas (TMMTX), ending Indiana’s role in Tundra assembly.
In short, Indiana built Tundras from roughly the 2000 model year until 2021, after which the newer generation shifted to Texas for production.
Current status and broader context
With the second-generation Tundra produced in Texas, Indiana’s plant no longer handles Tundra assembly. Toyota continues to operate multiple facilities nationwide, with Indiana historically contributing to the production of various models over the years.
Implications for the region
The shift of Tundra production away from Indiana reflected broader production realignments in Toyota’s North American manufacturing network, affecting local employment dynamics and supplier activity around Princeton. While Indiana no longer builds the Tundra, nearby plants and the region’s automotive ecosystem remain active parts of Toyota’s U.S. manufacturing footprint.
Summary
Indiana’s Tundra production ran from the 2000 model year launch at the Princeton plant up to the transition to the Texas plant for the second generation around 2021. Since then, Tundra production has continued at the Texas facility, marking the end of Indiana’s role in assembling the Tundra.
What Toyota models are made in Indiana?
The original factory, "West Plant," originally built to produce Tundras, began producing Highlanders then Sequoias but now produces Highlanders, Grand Highlanders, and in September 2023 will begin producing the Lexus TX.
Where were Toyota Tundras built?
Toyota Tundras are made in San Antonio, Texas, at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas (TMMTX) plant, which has assembled the truck since 2007. The first generation of the Tundra was produced in Princeton, Indiana, from 1999 to 2006, before production moved to the San Antonio facility.
- Current location: San Antonio, Texas
- Previous location: Princeton, Indiana (1999-2006)
- Plant details: The San Antonio facility, opened in 2006, also assembles the Toyota Sequoia and contributes to the local economy.
When did Toyota come to Indiana?
1996
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana, Inc. (TMMI) was established the following year in 1996 in the state's Gibson County, with the line-off ceremony for the Tundra held in 1998.
What year was the worst year for Toyota Tundra?
The worst model years for the Toyota Tundra are generally considered to be 2007 and 2012, due to significant engine and transmission issues. The 2007 model has the highest number of total complaints, while the 2012 model is singled out for its expensive engine and transmission problems occurring at lower mileage. Other years to consider avoiding include the first-generation 2005 and 2008 models, and the newer 2022 and 2023 models, which have reliability concerns with their new twin-turbo engine.
Problem years to avoid
- 2007: This year has the highest number of overall complaints, with issues like air injection pump failure, piston slap, and engine problems.
- 2012: Labeled the "worst model year" by some sources, this year is notorious for expensive engine and premature transmission issues that can occur at lower mileage.
- 2005-2008: The entire first generation of the second model series has a high number of complaints, with 2005 and 2007 being the most problematic within that range.
- 2022 and 2023: The new generation's first model years have faced reliability issues with the new twin-turbo V6 engine, leading to engine failure recalls.
Specific issues in problem years
- 2007: Faulty air injection pump, engine knocking, and other engine-related complaints.
- 2012: Expensive engine issues (like a faulty air induction pump that can cost over $3,000 to fix) and premature transmission problems that can start around 9,000 miles.
- 2005: Problems with the drive system, including the CV joint and front differential.
- 2022-2023: Engine failures linked to the new twin-turbo V6 engine.
