"What are the most common problems with the 2008 Toyota Tundra transmission?"

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The 2008 Toyota Tundra, particularly with the 5.7L V8 and automatic transmission, is prone to several transmission issues. Common problems include **slipping gears**, **harsh or delayed shifting**, **overheating**, **torque converter failure**, **fluid leaks**, and **check engine/VSC lights** (codes like P0740 or P2714). Toyota issued TSBs like **TC009-07** for fluid level checks and **TSB 140095** for torque converter issues. Owners report fixes like fluid flushes, torque converter replacements, or TSB-guided repairs. For details, see [Toyota Tundra TSBs](https://www.carcomplaints.com/Toyota/Tundra/2008/tsbs/) or [Reddit discussions](https://www.reddit.com/r/ToyotaTundra/comments/17bjl3y/). Regular maintenance and monitoring fluid levels are critical to avoid costly repairs.

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