NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 155 owner complaints for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma. Most complaints involve power train (55) and service brakes (19). The EPA rates it 20–23 mpg combined.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Tacoma Hybrid and 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles. The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. 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.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Tacoma model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 257 |
| 1997 | 134 |
| 1998 | 310 |
| 1999 | 251 |
| 2000 | 221 |
| 2001 | 401 |
| 2002 | 360 |
| 2003 | 372 |
| 2004 | 414 |
| 2005 | 707 |
| 2006 | 782 |
| 2007 | 541 |
| 2008 | 449 |
| 2009 | 519 |
| 2010 | 294 |
| 2011 | 186 |
| 2012 | 295 |
| 2013 | 125 |
| 2014 | 93 |
| 2015 | 102 |
| 2016 | 324 |
| 2017 | 244 |
| 2018 | 209 |
| 2019 | 219 |
| 2020 | 90 |
| 2021 | 81 |
| 2022 | 59 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 155 |
| 2025 | 116 |
“For second time fordt time was in 2024 bow again in September of 2026 while accelerating i loose power while shifting gears. No matter how hard i push accelerator it does not provide power feels almost like seiches to from drive . Worried that loss of power will cause accident since i csn accelerate. Toyoa want me to replicate this condition and is impossible to do. Offed to pay myself to check for metal shavings. I will pay to stay safe if they will deny the issue again. No check engine light”
“The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle jumped a curb, went down a riverbank, and crashed into a telephone pole. The air bags did not deploy. The brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The parking brake was engaged, and the vehicle stopped. The message “Parking Brake Malfunction - See Dealer” was displayed. There was no injury sustained. A Police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that there was abnormal brake wear. The dealer determined that the pistons had detached. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where an unknown repair was performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.”
“The 2024 Tacoma has a recall out for the screen because it blacks out. We took it to the dealer to remedy this recall, even though we were not experiencing symptoms associated with the recall. After they did the update, our screen blacks out and the Bluetooth does not work. Our screen is blacking out and our Bluetooth does not work after the Toyota dealership allegedly fixed the recall.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma 2WD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 | 394 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 | 393 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, 3-mode Trans (Spt/Normal/Eco) · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 24 | 22 | $2,900 | 405 |
| Tacoma 4WD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,050 | 424 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, 3-mode Trans (Spt/Normal/Eco) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,050 | 433 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, 3-mode Trans (Spt/Normal/Eco) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,050 | 420 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,050 | 424 |
| Tacoma 4WD MT Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,200 | 452 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
5 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 155 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (55), service brakes (19), electrical system (16). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2024 Toyota Tacoma at 20–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).