A 2025 Toyota Tundra owner's routine 10k service turned into a near-disaster due to a massive oil leak caused by a cross-threaded filter.
Tim Lunsford's experience serves as a warning to Tundra owners. After dropping off his truck for the 10,000-mile service, he decided to check the engine bay before leaving the dealership.
What he found was alarming: streaks of fresh, clean oil everywhere in the engine bay and a puddle under the truck.
A quick look saved his 2025 Tundra from certain engine failure.
This incident highlights the importance of double-checking the work done by dealership mechanics to avoid potential disasters.
Author's summary: Tundra owner's close call with engine disaster.