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Toyota Tacoma

42 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V656000·2025-10-01

    2025 Toyota Tacoma Driveshaft Defect Risks Steering Failure and Rollaway

    Toyota is recalling certain 2025 Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles because the front driveshaft CV joint may deform and break, impairing steering and risking vehicle rollaway while parked.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA, TACOMA HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V040000·2025-01-29

    Toyota and Lexus spiral cable fault can deactivate the driver airbag

    Toyota is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota and Lexus vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under recall 23V-480, because an insufficiently welded connection can deactivate the driver's airbag.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS HIGHLANDER HYBRID, COROLLA CROSS HYBRID, RX, HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V152000·2024-02-27

    Toyota Tacoma Recall: Rear Axle Shaft Separation Risk

    Toyota is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma trucks because the rear axle shaft may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V480000·2023-07-12

    2023 Toyota and Lexus vehicles recalled for steering column air bag defect

    Toyota and Lexus are recalling approximately 152,927 vehicles with defective steering column welds that can deactivate the driver's air bag, increasing crash injury risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA NX350, RX HYBRID, RX500H, HIGHLANDER HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V682000·2020-11-04

    Toyota and Lexus Recall Vehicles for Fuel Pump Failure Risk

    Toyota is recalling over 1.5 million vehicles because a fuel pump defect may cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA RX350, LC500, LS500, LS HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V888000·2018-12-13

    Toyota Recalls 2018-2019 Tacoma Vehicles Due to Brake Master Cylinder Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2018-2019 Tacoma vehicles because improper machining of the brake master cylinder may damage internal seals, potentially reducing brake performance and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V211000·2018-04-03

    Toyota Recalls 2017-2018 Models for Brake Booster Vacuum Pump Defect

    Toyota is recalling specific 2017-2018 Camry, Highlander, Sienna, Tacoma, and Lexus RX350 vehicles because a manufacturing defect in the brake booster vacuum pump may cause a sudden loss of brake assist.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS SIENNA, TACOMA, RX350, HIGHLANDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V285000·2017-04-27

    Toyota Recalls 2016-2017 Tacoma for Rear Differential Oil Leak

    Toyota is recalling 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles because oil may leak from the rear differential. This can cause the differential to seize, leading to loss of control and increased crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V604000·2014-09-29

    Toyota Recalls Tacoma Vehicles Due to Rear Leaf Spring Fracture Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2005-2011 Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles because a rear leaf spring may fracture and puncture the fuel tank, increasing fire risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V168000·2014-04-09

    Toyota and Pontiac Vehicles Recalled for Driver Airbag Cable Defect

    Toyota and General Motors are recalling specific 2006-2010 vehicles because a steering cable defect may prevent the driver's airbag from deploying in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, PONTIAC TACOMA, YARIS, VIBE, COROLLA MATRIX
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V557000·2013-11-07

    Toyota Recalls 2013-2014 Tacoma Trucks for Engine Valve Spring Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2013-2014 Tacoma vehicles because engine valve springs may break, potentially causing the engine to stall while driving and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V092000·2012-03-07

    Toyota Recalls 2005-2009 Tacoma for Air Bag Cable Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2005-2009 Tacoma vehicles because steering wheel vibration may damage the cable powering the driver's air bag, potentially preventing deployment in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V042000·2010-02-18

    Toyota Recalls 2010 Tacoma Trucks for Propeller Shaft Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2010 Tacoma pickup trucks because the propeller shaft may crack and separate, potentially causing a loss of vehicle control.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V514000·2026-08-06

    Toyota 2024 Tacoma rear shock absorber suspension recall issued

    Toyota is recalling certain 2024 Tacoma hybrid and 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles because their rear shock absorber assemblies may corrode and fail, potentially detaching the external oil reservoir and creating a road hazard.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA HYBRID, TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V595000·2025-09-11

    Toyota and Lexus vehicles recalled over instrument panel software display error

    Toyota is recalling a wide range of 2023-2025 Toyota and Lexus vehicles because an instrument panel software error at startup can leave the display without critical information. 591,377 units are affected.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS HIGHLANDER, TACOMA, GRAND HIGHLANDER, redundant VENZA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V058000·2025-02-06

    2025 Toyota Tacoma Rear Brake Hoses Subject to Fluid Leak Risk

    Toyota is recalling certain 2024–2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive vehicles because rear brake hoses can be damaged by mud and dirt buildup, causing brake fluid leaks that reduce braking ability and increase crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V520000·2022-07-21

    2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma Defective Child Seat Anchor Welds

    Toyota is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles due to insufficient welds in the upper child seat anchors. These defects may prevent proper anchoring of child seats, increasing the risk of injury during crashes or sudden stops.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V012000·2020-01-13

    Toyota and Lexus Recall Vehicles for Fuel Pump Failure Risk

    Toyota is recalling approximately 1.8 million vehicles because a fuel pump failure could cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS, TOYOTA LX570, NX200T, RC 350, CAMRY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V244000·2019-03-27

    Toyota Recalls 2019 Models Due to Illegible Load Capacity Labels

    Toyota is recalling specific 2019 models because the load capacity label text may become illegible, potentially leading to vehicle overload and increased crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY, AVALON, PRIUS, RAV4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V831000·2017-12-20

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles with Incorrect Load Capacity Labels

    Toyota is recalling 2017-2018 models due to incorrect load carrying capacity labels that may lead to vehicle overloading and increased crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS TUNDRA, 4RUNNER, SIENNA, TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V425000·2017-07-03

    Toyota Recalls Tacoma and 4Runner Vehicles with Detaching Hood Scoops

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles because accessory hood scoops may detach, creating a road hazard.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA, 4RUNNER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V356000·2017-06-01

    Toyota Recalls 2016-2017 Tacoma Vehicles Due to Engine Stall Risk

    Toyota is recalling 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles with six-cylinder engines because a faulty crank position sensor may cause the engine to stall, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V396000·2016-06-02

    Toyota Vehicles Recalled for Aftermarket Seat Heater Fire Risk

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling specific Toyota vehicles equipped with aftermarket seat heaters due to a risk of electrical short circuits and fire.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA, SEQUOIA, TACOMA, TUNDRA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V656000·2015-10-14

    Toyota Recalls 2016 Tacoma Trucks Due to Knee Air Bag Bolt Issue

    Toyota is recalling 2016 Tacoma trucks because incorrect bolts were used to install the driver's knee air bag module, which may loosen over time.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V828000·2014-12-30

    Toyota and Scion Recall for Improperly Installed Accessories

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling 2014-2015 Toyota and Scion vehicles because accessories like running boards may have been installed with improperly tightened fasteners.

    Product
    SCION — SCION, TOYOTA XB, RAV4, LAND CRUISER, FJ CRUISER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V743000·2014-11-19

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles Due to Seat Heater Wiring Fire Risk

    Toyota is recalling specific models because seat cushion compression may damage heater wiring, creating a fire and injury risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, CAMRY, PRIUS, SEQUOIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V663000·2014-10-22

    Toyota Recalls 2015 Tacoma Vehicles for Incorrect Load Capacity Label

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling 142 model year 2015 Toyota Tacoma vehicles because they may have incorrect load carrying capacity labels, which could lead to vehicle overload.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V475000·2014-08-04

    Toyota Recalls FJ Cruiser and Tacoma for Incorrect Tire Placard Information

    Toyota is recalling 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles with specific accessory wheels because the tire placard may list incorrect spare tire size or inflation pressure.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA FJ CRUISER, TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V494000·2013-10-17

    Toyota Recalls 2012-2013 Tacoma Vehicles Due to Missing Spare Tire Lug Nuts

    Toyota is recalling 979 model year 2012-2013 Tacoma vehicles because the spare tire requires specific lug nuts that were not provided, posing a crash risk if installed incorrectly.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V123000·2013-04-09

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles with Inaccurate Weight Labels

    Southeast Toyota is recalling specific 2008-2013 models because weight labels were inaccurate, potentially leading to vehicle overloading and tire failure.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION CAMRY, HIGHLANDER, PRIUS, TC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V014000·2013-01-16

    Toyota Recalls Vehicles for Passenger Seat Occupant Sensing System Calibration

    Southeast Toyota Distributors is recalling specific 2009-2013 Toyota models because the passenger seat occupant sensing system may not be calibrated, potentially affecting airbag deployment.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, CAMRY HYBRID, CAMRY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V542000·2012-11-23

    Toyota Recalls 2001-2004 Tacoma Trucks for Spare Tire Carrier Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2001-2004 Tacoma trucks in cold climate states because the spare tire carrier lift plate may corrode and break, causing the tire to detach.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V148000·2011-03-04

    Toyota Recalls FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, Tacoma, Sequoia, Tundra for TPMS Defect

    Toyota is recalling 2008-2011 FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, Tacoma, Sequoia, and Tundra vehicles because the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to warn of low tire pressure.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA FJ CRUISER, LAND CRUISER, TACOMA, SEQUOIA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V179000·2026-03-24

    2024–2026 Toyota and Lexus vehicles load carrying capacity label incorrect

    Toyota is recalling certain 2024–2026 Toyota and Lexus vehicles because the load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. Vehicles with incorrect maximum capacity weight may be overloaded, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS TACOMA HYBRID, GRAND HIGHLANDER, CROWN SIGNIA, GRAND HIGHLANDER HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V548000·2024-07-23

    Gulf States Toyota vehicles carry incorrect maximum capacity weight labels

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling a range of Toyota models because the maximum capacity weight value on the label is incorrect. 33,848 units are affected.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA LAND CRUISER HYBRID, VENZA HYBRID, TUNDRA HYBRID, TACOMA HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V036000·2010-02-03

    Toyota and Scion Vehicles Recalled for Missing Load Capacity Labels

    NHTSA is recalling 2004-2011 Toyota and Scion vehicles sold without required load carrying capacity modification labels, which may increase crash risk if overloaded.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION HIGHLANDER, CAMRY, TC, XB
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V035000·2010-02-03

    Toyota and Scion Vehicles Recalled for Missing Tire Load Labels

    Gulf States Toyota is recalling 2005-2010 Toyota and Scion vehicles sold without required tire load capacity labels.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, SCION FJ CRUISER, XD, CAMRY, TC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

  • 2025Not rated by NHTSA

    4 trims tested for 2025; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov
  • 2024Not rated by NHTSA

    4 trims tested for 2024; overall ratings can differ by trim.

    View on NHTSA.gov

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 1 open

  • DP23005 Defect Petition · open · service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
  • EA12006 Engineering Analysis · electrical system
  • PE12002 Preliminary Evaluation · electrical system
  • PE10008 Preliminary Evaluation · steering
  • PE09054 Preliminary Evaluation · engine and engine cooling
  • DP08001 Defect Petition · vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2005 · body 201 complaints, median 109,450 mi
    Includes 2 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2006 · body 191 complaints, median 93,000 mi
  • 2016 · powertrain 131 complaints, median 13,938 mi
  • 2012 · engine 91 complaints, median 61,236 mi
  • 2009 · lighting 84 complaints, median 45,900 mi
    Includes 15 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.

Technical service bulletins

1,433 manufacturer service bulletins across 22 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.6/5 · 5 complaints
  • 2025: 3.4/5 · 92 complaints · most complained-of: body
  • 2024: 3.3/5 · 145 complaints · most complained-of: powertrain
  • 2023: 3.6/5 · 53 complaints · most complained-of: steering
  • 2022: 3.7/5 · 57 complaints · most complained-of: powertrain

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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