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C1201 on TOYOTA TUNDRA

Severity
High
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2008, 2015

What C1201 Means on Your TOYOTA TUNDRA

Real TOYOTA TUNDRA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"My truck was parked for 3 days, then when i started the engine all of the traction control lights started flashing, the check engine light remained on steady, and 4lo light flashed, truck would not travel over 30 mph and became very sluggish."

— 2008 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN • Filed 02/06/2012

"When at 55 degrees or below getting a misfire on cylinder 2, engine light on with traction control off on my display (not the actual icon). code reader says p0302, c1201, and b1242. engine light starting flashing, juddering really bad when accelerating to 70mph."

— 2015 TOYOTA TUNDRA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE • Filed 01/16/2021

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of C1201 on TOYOTA TUNDRA

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2008
1
2015
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  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.

C1201 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026