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Toyota Tacoma Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 56 recall campaigns across the Toyota Tacoma, 1995–2026. Owners have filed 8,435 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most (541) and the 2021 the fewest (80).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls56campaignsCovering 1995–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints8,435filedOwner reports across 32 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Crash tests4★overall★★★★☆2026 model, latest ratedSource: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy23mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Toyota Tacoma complaints by model year

8,435 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2021 · 80 complaints
  • 2020 · 87 complaints
  • 2014 · 93 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2007 · 541 complaints
  • 2009 · 519 complaints
  • 2008 · 446 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Toyota Tacoma owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Power train 682940151410755202
Service brakes 3247561312663350
Fuel/propulsion system 23415521661411
Unknown or other 3526258128102390
Engine 362528141178631
Structure 26151236808401
Electrical system 221421894121651
Vehicle speed control 1119128512200

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Toyota Tacoma recalls (56)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Tacoma model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Toyota Tacoma
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V514000Aug 6, 2026Front and Rear Shock Absorber Reservoirs May Detach2024, 2025—
26V179000Mar 24, 2026Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity on Label/FMVSS 1102024, 202512.1%
25V656000Oct 1, 2025Driveshaft May Deform and Break2025—
25V595000Sep 11, 2025Instrument Panel Failure2024, 202549.5%
25V058000Feb 6, 2025Rear Brake Hose May Leak2024, 202578%
25V040000Jan 29, 2025Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy/FMVSS 208202381.2%
24V548000Jul 23, 2024Incorrect Weight Capacity Label/FMVSS 110202499%
24V152000Feb 27, 2024Rear Axle Shaft Separation2022, 202389.5%
23V480000Jul 12, 2023Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy/FMVSS 208202393.4%
22V520000Jul 21, 2022Child Seat May Not Secure Properly/FMVSS 2252022, 202385.3%
22V310000May 6, 2022Illegible Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110202299.4%
20V682000Nov 4, 2020Fuel Pump May Fail2017–202092.2%
20V012000Jan 13, 2020Fuel Pump May Fail2018, 201991.8%
19V244000Mar 27, 2019Non-Permanent Text on Load Capacity Label201967.3%
18V888000Dec 13, 2018Brake Master Cylinder Seal may be Damaged2018, 201991.9%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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All 56 Toyota Tacoma recalls by model year →

Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Toyota Tacoma (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2026★★★★☆3★5★4★pu/cc awd
2023★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2022★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2021★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/ec 2wd
2020★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/ec 2wd
2019★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2018★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2017★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2016★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2015★★★★☆4★4★4★pu/ec 2wd
2014★★★★☆3★5★4★pu/cc 2wd
2013★★★★☆4★5★4★pu/ec 2wd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

201317–23 mpg
201417–22 mpg
201517–22 mpg
201618–21 mpg
201718–21 mpg
201818–21 mpg
201918–21 mpg
202018–21 mpg
202118–21 mpg
202218–21 mpg
202318–21 mpg
202420–24 mpg
202520–23 mpg
202620–23 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Toyota Tacoma report6 complaints · 0 campaigns →2025 Toyota Tacoma report100 complaints · 5 campaigns →2024 Toyota Tacoma report152 complaints · 5 campaigns →Every Toyota modelToyota models →

Toyota Tacoma FAQ

How many recalls has the Toyota Tacoma had?

NHTSA lists 56 recall campaigns that cover at least one Toyota Tacoma model year from 1995 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Toyota Tacoma year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (541) and the 2021 the fewest (80). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Toyota Tacoma problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the power train, service brakes, fuel/propulsion system in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Toyota Tacoma get?

EPA rates the 2026 Toyota Tacoma at 20 to 23 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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