Yup I agree, TCCN also mentioned that the port injection doesn't really seem to be helping/fixing the DI carbon issue, so then you get the complication of port + DI...without the benefit.

I don't think it's all debris, I agree. Toyota went into more detail in their latest recall on their investigation, they were investigating known good engines again which tells me they really don't believe it's just a debris issue either.

It's very odd that the main bearings are always the culprit, nothing else looked bad or worn. Most of the higher mileage 3rd gen tundras we see are highway/hot shot style driving, less top and go and less high torque situations, though it's odd that many have over 100k miles with the same supposed design flaws. There are some theories about higher oil pressure/less start stop activity with these high mileage units as well.

I did ask Eric from I Do Cars if he'd do a video/interview with me, we'll see but he's a busy guy so I'm guessing he might not have the time.

It’s actually a bit absurd that they have been so secretive and arrogant about this whole situation. It’s wreaks of big corporate politics. I think they should have enlisted some independent testing or released more of the failed engines for other companies to look at. Committing to the multibillion dollar recalls without full confidence in the root cause is ridiculous. It doesn’t surprise me though. When I was still in the corporate world doing engineering work, we were often directed to do stupid shit from executives three or more layers of management away from us. I bet something like that is happening in Toyota.

Agreed. I see the same thing where I work now, 2 or 3 levels up making poor decisions, everyone is just forced to carry it out or...leave.

You guys see this video. https://youtu.be/fUTKAUJaRdE?si=znn3lqVvvDq_7SgA. Engineering Analysis: How the 2026 Tundra Engine Block Was Reinforced. Car Reviews hub. Your thoughts ? I have a 2024 Tundra SR5 , manufactured in Dec 2023 and am in the new Tundra recall. I am anxious to hear what the resolution is going to be !!! I bought it used in Dec 2024 with 20,000 miles. I have 31,000 miles and have had no issues. Tim C Williamsport PA.

Honestly the video seems like AI slop to me. I’ll wait to see if there are new part numbers over the next year.

It’s a tough situation, but at least you are covered under the recall. Just be mentally prepared and go through the scenarios of your engine dying at speed.

I know some people are using the strategy of waiting as long as possible, which might be good at this point.