P2442 on TOYOTA TUNDRA
AIR System Switching Valve Stuck Open Bank 2
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Toyota Tundra context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for P2442.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
What P2442 Means on Your TOYOTA TUNDRA
P2442 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: AIR System Switching Valve Stuck Open Bank 2. This code relates to the fuel, air, emissions, or auxiliary powertrain control system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real TOYOTA TUNDRA Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"1st week of april, 2011, 2007 tundra went into "limp" mode, hooked up tester, said p2442 code. common problem, on these trucks, from what dealer told me. ordered parts, at that time. $1500.00 of parts ordered. took 9 weeks, to get parts. a very dangerous truck to drive, with this situation."
"2007 toyota tundra went into limp mode. error p2442 reported. 75k miles on truck with air induction system valve sticking due to what appear to be water intrusion. the failure started out intermittently, then became consistent. cost $1000 to replace both valves in each air induction bank."
"2007 toyota tundra 4.7l engine p2442 code engine in limp mode. secondary air intake valve failed in open position. 62000 miles. this is a known defective system that fails if driven in wet conditions due to poor air fan intake design. it sits in the wheel well and is wet all the time."
"The toyota tundra 2007-2010 carry a major saftey issues all over the net, under error code p2415 or p2440 or p2441 or p2442 series of errors, which prevent the truck from accelerating or stopping properly for that matter."
"NHTSA id #10140591 was the campaign that my truck was warrantied under, i am exactly 64 days outside of toyota's extended warranty and my truck started throwing code p2442 bank 2 secondary air injector valve staying open, a known issue with this truck."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on TOYOTA TUNDRA
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
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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.
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Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.