Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2015 Toyota Tacoma. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Accessory Hood Scoop may Detach
- Summary
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence
- If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.
Incorrect Tire Placard Information/FMVSS 110
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Tacoma pickup trucks manufactured August 7, 2014, to December 22, 2014. The affected vehicles may have had their tires and wheels changed to TRD PRO accessory tires and wheels, causing the inflation information on the tire placard to be incorrect which may result in the tire being improperly inflated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
- Consequence
- Improperly inflated tires may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will send a revised tire placard with correct tire size and inflation information to owners, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Vehicle Accessories May Detach
- Summary
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence
- Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
- Remedy
- SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.
Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110
- Summary
- Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tacoma vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may contain an incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
- Consequence
- An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gulf States has notified owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074.
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Owner complaints (101)
101 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 101 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 29 | 28.7% |
| Structure | 15 | 14.9% |
| Engine | 12 | 11.9% |
| Service brakes | 12 | 11.9% |
| Air bags | 11 | 10.9% |
| Power train | 9 | 8.9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 8.9% |
| Electrical system | 8 | 7.9% |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 6.9% |
| Wheels | 6 | 5.9% |
How 2015 compares with other Tacoma years
Best and worst Tacoma years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 186 | 9 |
| 2012 | 295 | 7 |
| 2013 | 125 | 6 |
| 2014 | 93 | 4 |
| 2015 | 101 | 4 |
| 2016 | 323 | 4 |
| 2017 | 239 | 5 |
| 2018 | 206 | 3 |
| 2019 | 218 | 4 |
| 2020 | 87 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2015 Toyota Tacoma pu/ec 2wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 394 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 25 / 22 | $3,050 | 394 |
| 2.7 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 419 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 19 | $3,550 | 470 |
| 2.7 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 20 / 19 | $3,550 | 456 |
| 2.7 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 21 / 19 | $3,550 | 460 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 489 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 498 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | $3,950 | 521 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2015 Toyota Tacoma FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Tacoma have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 17V425000 (structure), 15V099000 (tire), 14V828000 (equipment), 14V663000 (equipment). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Toyota Tacoma problems?
Owners filed 101 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (29), Structure (15), Engine (12) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Toyota Tacoma get?
EPA rates the 2.7 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 21 city, 25 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2015 Toyota Tacoma get?
NHTSA rated the 2015 Toyota Tacoma pu/ec 2wd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 4 stars side and 4 stars rollover (14.7% rollover risk).
How does the 2015 Tacoma compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2020 Toyota Tacoma model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (87) and the 2016 the most (323). The 2015 drew 101. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
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.