Overview
The story
The V35A first appeared in 2017 in the Lexus LS. A published reference lists the twin-turbo V35A-FTS in the Tundra from 2021, alone or as the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, in the Sequoia as the i-FORCE MAX from 2022, and in the Land Cruiser and the Lexus LX. A published reference
Its recalls are considered one of the largest engine-related defects in Toyota's recent history, drawing criticism because the engine replaced Toyota's long-running and highly reliable 4.6L and 5.7L V8s. A published reference
Specs
Versions
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Twin turbo V35A-FTS A published reference
349 to 389 hp in the Tundra; 389 hp and 479 lb-ft as the i-FORCE MAX
In 3rd gen Toyota Sequoia, 2023–2027; 3rd gen Toyota Tundra, 2022–2026
Figures
- Displacement: 3.4L (3,445 cc) A published reference
- Block: Aluminum A published reference
- Compression: 10.5:1 A published reference
Watch out
Faults owners and the press report, and how to spot each one.
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Machining debris that wrecks the main bearings Recalled engines
Check: Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup, and ask for proof the recall work or a replacement engine was done. Listen for knocking.
Toyota reported that some engines were built with machining debris left in the crankcase, which can reach the number 1 main bearing and cause wear or failure. Pickup Truck Talk says recalls 24V-381, 25V-767 and 26V-320 cover 2022 to 2024 Tundras with the non-hybrid engine and Lexus LX and GX models, but not the Tundra i-FORCE MAX, the Sequoia or the Land Cruiser. A teardown it reports found spun main bearings and fine metal in the oil passages. Teardowns also found bearing wear in some replacement engines. Pickup Truck Talk, a published reference
Owning
Maintenance
No service schedule is added yet.
What owners and buyers say
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Watch for
Main bearing failures and engine recalls Every version
Less sought after One source so far
The engine has been tied to premature main bearing wear, knocking and sudden seizure, and more than 270,000 vehicles had been recalled across several campaigns by mid-2026. A published reference