Toyota Tacoma reliability and problems by year
Owners have filed 2,624 complaints about the Toyota Tacoma with NHTSA since 2010, most often about transmission and drivetrain and other or unspecified. Toyota has filed 16 warranty extensions and 34 service campaigns for it, and there are 40 safety recalls on file.
From NHTSA's public data files, downloaded 2026-10-10.
How reliable is the Toyota Tacoma? What NHTSA's records show
We don't give the Tacoma a reliability score. NHTSA publishes complaint counts but no sales figures, so complaints can't be turned into a rate or compared between models. Here is what's on file for model years 2010 on.
- Owner complaints
- 2,624
- Filed with NHTSA, all model years
- Warranty extensions
- 16
- Filed by Toyota
- Service campaigns
- 34
- Filed by Toyota
- Safety recalls
- 40
- Each covers part of the model
Every model year compared
Complaints rise with how many were sold and how long they've been on the road, so a newer or rarer year will show fewer. Compare years of the Tacoma with each other.
| Year | Complaints | Most named | Recalls | Warranty / campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | Transmission and drivetrain (29%) | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 102 | Body and structure (40%) | 5 | 1 |
| 2024 | 151 | Transmission and drivetrain (36%) | 5 | 3 |
| 2023 | 54 | Electrical system (22%) | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 59 | Transmission and drivetrain (17%) | 3 | 4 |
| 2021 | 80 | Transmission and drivetrain (18%) | 0 | 6 |
| 2020 | 88 | Fuel and propulsion (24%) | 1 | 5 |
| 2019 | 218 | Fuel and propulsion (25%) | 4 | 9 |
| 2018 | 208 | Brakes (21%) | 3 | 11 |
| 2017 | 240 | Transmission and drivetrain (28%) | 5 | 13 |
| 2016 | 323 | Transmission and drivetrain (42%) | 4 | 11 |
| 2015 | 101 | Other or unspecified (29%) | 4 | 8 |
| 2014 | 93 | Body and structure (22%) | 4 | 8 |
| 2013 | 125 | Transmission and drivetrain (18%) | 6 | 8 |
| 2012 | 295 | Engine (41%) | 7 | 14 |
| 2011 | 186 | Suspension (32%) | 9 | 13 |
| 2010 | 294 | Suspension (32%) | 12 | 16 |
Look up one model year, or a VIN
See the complaints, recalls and warranty extensions for a single Tacoma model year, with the typical mileage when owners reported each problem.
Acknowledged by Toyota
Warranty extensions and service campaigns Toyota filed with NHTSA for the Tacoma, in its own words. A warranty extension means Toyota pays for the repair beyond the normal warranty.
- Warranty extensionSep 2024· Body and structure· model years 2016–2022
In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Customer Support Program to provide coverage for paint peeling on door frames and front inner fenders on certain 2016-2022 model year Tacoma vehicles.
- Warranty extensionFeb 2023· Brakes· model years 2017–2020
On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court.
- Warranty extensionFeb 2023· Brakes· model years 2019–2020
On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court.
- Warranty extensionMar 2022· Equipment and accessories· model years 2016–2017
Technical instructions for warranty enhancement program zka certain 2016 Through 2017 Model year tacoma
- Warranty extensionDec 2019· Body and structure· model years 2017
Dealer Daily Message: ***Phase 2 ? Customer Renotification and Repair Phase*** Repair is Now Available Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint.
- Warranty extensionNov 2019· Equipment and accessories· model years 2011–2017
Technical instructions: Technical instructions for customer support program zka certain 2011 Through 2015 Model year tacoma coverage for vehicle frame corrosion perforation
- Warranty extensionSep 2019· Equipment and accessories· model years 2011–2015
Technical instructions: Technical instructions for customer support program zka certain 2011 Through 2015 Model year tacoma coverage for vehicle frame corrosion perforation
- Warranty extensionSep 2018· Equipment and accessories· model years 2010–2011
Customer Support Program: Toyota has received reports in which customers have indicated that there is a drivetrain vibration and/or drivetrain noise. If the vehicle continues to be driven with the aforementioned condition, there is risk of severe damage to the propeller shaft.
- Warranty extensionJun 2018· Body and structure· model years 2010
Dealer Daily Message: Frame Warranty Claim Submission The information below should be referenced to ensure correct warranty claim submissions for frame replacement or spray campaigns (ZH6-9 and H0F).
- Warranty extensionJun 2018· Equipment and accessories· model years 2010–2011
Dealer Daily Message: Certain U-joint kits (campaign part # 04007-13204) used in Customer Support Program ZH2 may have been produced without the appropriate amount of grease.
- Warranty extensionMar 2018· Body and structure· model years 2010–2011
Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received reports of customer concerns in which the vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas (Cold Climate States) with high road salt usage may exhibit more-than-normal corrosion with the vehicle?s frame.
- Warranty extensionJan 2018· Engine and cooling· model years 2012
Dealer Daily Message: Customer Support Program ZHA Certain 2012 Model Year Tacoma Coverage for Air Injection Pumps and/or Air Switching Valves ? Customer Support Program ZHA Dealer Letter is now available on TIS.
- Warranty extensionJul 2017· Equipment and accessories· model years 2010
Technical Instructions for Warranty Extension Program ZH6, ZH7, ZH8, and ZH9.
- Warranty extensionJul 2017· Body and structure· model years 2010
Warranty enhancement program (ZH6): Warranty extension for frame corrosion on certain 2005-2010 MY Tacoma vehicles
- Warranty extensionJun 2014· Exterior lights· model years 2010–2011
The headlamp assembly inner lens distortion/bubbling, and possible cracked or separated inner lens, have an extended warranty coverage. Model 2005-2011 Tacoma.
- Warranty extensionJun 2014· Exterior lights· model years 2010–2011
Region Letter: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Headlamp Assembly on 2005-2011 model year Tacoma vehicles.
- Service campaignJun 2025· Electrical system· model years 2024–2025
The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.
- Service campaignJun 2025· Lane keeping· model years 2024
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 25TC07 Blind Spot Monitor System Reprogramming CERTAIN 2024 Model Year Tacoma and Tacoma HV
- Service campaignNov 2024· Body and structure· model years 2024
An incorrectly sized seal can allow water or moisture to enter a connector on the Active Grille Shutter. This can cause the engine warning light to illuminate and/or the Active Grille Shutter to no longer open or close as designed.
- Service campaignJun 2024· Other or unspecified· model years 2012, 2021–2022
Safety Recall and Service Campaign completion is an important part of our commitment to customer satisfaction of Toyota products.
- Service campaignJun 2024· Other or unspecified· model years 2012, 2021–2022
Toyota plans to conduct Safety Recall and Service Campaign follow-up notifications to owners whose vehicles have not yet had the following Safety Recall and/or Service Campaign repairs completed
- Service campaignFeb 2024· Electrical system· model years 2021
Ti: 21TD02 expired on september 23, 2023 Technical instructions for limited service campaign 21TD02 additional remote keyless entry key certain 2021 Model year tacoma vehicles
- Service campaignAug 2023· Airbags· model years 2012
Rl: Safety recall & service campaign renotification owner renotification 23R002
- Service campaignAug 2023· Airbags· model years 2012
Safety recall & service campaign renotification owner renotification 23R002
- Service campaignMay 2023· Body and structure· model years 2011–2017
DP: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding vehicle frame corrosion perforation on certain 2011-2017 model year Tacoma vehicles.
- Service campaignApr 2022· Equipment and accessories· model years 2021–2022
SSC: Toyota Over-The- Air (OTA) Pilot Program Team Members SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TC01
- Service campaignOct 2021· Exterior lights· model years 2016–2019
Ti: Technical instructions for limited service campaign 21TD03 certain 2016–2019 Model year double cab tacoma center high-mounted stop lamp ? Water leak
- Service campaignMar 2021· Airbags· model years 2010–2021
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
- Service campaignMay 2020· Equipment and accessories· model years 2012
Ti: Technical instructions for special service campaign 20TC01 air injection pumps and air switching valves certain 2012 Tacoma
- Service campaignMar 2020· Equipment and accessories· model years 2018–2019
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN (K0B) Non-Toyota-Approved Modification - Owner Acknowledgment Form
What owners report most
The parts of the car owners named in their complaints, across every Tacoma model year. Unverified, and not a failure rate.
- Transmission and drivetrain504 (19%)
- Other or unspecified340 (13%)
- Engine322 (12%)
- Brakes274 (10%)
- Body and structure224 (9%)
- Suspension209 (8%)
- Electrical system203 (8%)
- Fuel and propulsion200 (8%)
Safety recalls
40 recalls cover at least one Tacoma model year. Each covers a range of VINs, not every car. Check one car at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir.
The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values.
The front driveshaft constant-velocity (CV) joint may deform and break.
Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
The rear brake hoses can be damaged if mud and dirt builds up inside the rear wheels. This can result in a brake fluid leak.
An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag.
The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values.
The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag.
One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient.
The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible.
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS…
The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims.
Improper machining of the brake master cylinder may result in internal damage of one of the seals, affecting brake performance.
And 25 more recalls on NHTSA.
NHTSA investigations
Defect investigations NHTSA opened. Many close without a recall.
- EA19001Engineering analysis· opened Apr 2019, closed Sep 2024· Airbags· model years 2012–2019
Electrical overstress
Led to recall 20V024.
NHTSA's own page for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma has the complaint text and every document.
Common questions
Is the Toyota Tacoma reliable?
We don't score reliability: NHTSA publishes complaint counts but no sales figures, so complaints can't be turned into a rate or compared between models. What's on file for model years 2010 on: 2,624 owner complaints, 16 warranty extensions and 34 service campaigns Toyota filed, and 40 safety recalls. The model years with the most complaints are 2016 (323), 2012 (295), 2010 (294). Whether a known problem was fixed on one car is what its service records show.
What are the most common problems with the Toyota Tacoma?
Across every model year since 2010, owners' complaints to NHTSA most often name transmission and drivetrain (19%), other or unspecified (13%), engine (12%). Toyota has filed 16 warranty extensions covering the Tacoma, listed on this page.
Which Tacoma model years have the most complaints?
2016 (323), 2012 (295), 2010 (294). Complaint counts rise with how many were sold and how long they've been on the road, so compare years of the Tacoma with each other rather than with other models.
Has Toyota extended the warranty on the Tacoma?
Yes: body and structure (model years 2016–2022); brakes (model years 2017–2020); brakes (model years 2019–2020), and 13 more. A dealer does a covered repair for free within the extended time or mileage.
How do I check recalls on a Tacoma?
Enter the car's 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That answers for one vehicle; the 40 recalls listed here are for the model, and each covers only part of it.