The Dealer Says They Were Using Plant-Based Brake Pads After I Took My Toyota Tundra For Post-One-Year Replacement

Toyota Tundra Owners Question "Plant-Based Brake Pads" Explanation

A Toyota dealer's unexpected explanation about "plant-based brake pads" has sparked curiosity among Tundra truck owners.

A Facebook post initiated a conversation about what happens when environmental policy meets mechanical reliability, after a user shared their experience with a dealer.

Anyone else having to replace brake pads after 1 year? I am not pulling much with my Toyota Tundra, mostly in city driving and not driving hard either. The dealer said they were using plant-based brake pads due to government regulations.

Owners are left wondering if dealers are switching to eco-friendly brake pads or using cheaper alternatives.

Author's summary: Toyota Tundra owners question "plant-based brake pads".

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Torque News Torque News — 2025-10-20