Toyota’s reputation for reliability has taken a hit in recent months as the company faces multiple recalls of its new twin‑turbo V6 engine, used in the Tundra pickup and several SUVs. Officially, Toyota has blamed manufacturing debris left in oil passages for the failures.

But a recent teardown by independent mechanic and YouTube creator Eric Berg, known for his “I Do Cars” channel, raises serious questions about whether debris is really the culprit.

The Recall Context Berg’s Teardown Findings

Eric Berg finally obtained one of the failed engines. Getting his hands on one was no easy task since Toyota requires dealers to return defective cores. His detailed teardown revealed several troubling signs:

Early wear: At just 38,000 miles, cam lobes already showed marks, and oil buildup w

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