2002 TOYOTA TACOMA
5 recalls, 443 complaints - 158 TSBs
12V542000 Nov 23, 2012
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Defect Description
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2004 Tacoma light trucks manufactured from August 28, 2000, through August 27, 2004, and originally sold, or currently registered, in the following cold climate states with high road salt usage: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, M... Read more
Consequence
Corrosion of the plate could cause it to break, which could result in detachment of the spare tire from the vehicle. Detachment of the spare tire could result in a road hazard which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the spare tire carrier lift plate as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in February 2013. Owners may contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.
06E065000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIAT... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
05V225000 May 17, 2005
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ISSUE IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE SURFACE OF THE BALL OF THE JOINT MAY HAVE BEEN SCRATCHED. THE BALL JOINT MAY EVENTUALLY EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE WEAR AND LOOSENESS, RESULTING IN INCREASED STEERING ... Read more
Consequence
THE LOWER BALL JOINT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE KNUCKLE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
03V189000 May 19, 2003
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, DURING SIDE IMPACT NCAP TEST (I.E. LINCAP TEST), A FLANGE AT THE REAR END OF THE DOUBLE CAB BODY DEFORMED AND INTERFERED WITH THE FUEL INLET HOSE THAT CONNECTS THE FUEL FILLER PIPE AND FUEL TANK, RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE FUEL INLET HOSE.
Consequence
THIS DAMAGE COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE IF IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUEL HOSE PROTECTOR ON THE BODY FLANGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 3, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Complaint Statistics
443 total complaints
38 crashes 8 fires 32 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 102 |
| SUSPENSION | 54 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS | 30 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 28 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 24 |
| STRUCTURE | 16 |
| WHEELS | 14 |
| AIR BAGS | 12 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 11 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT | 10 |
STEERING
May 14, 2025
Incident date: Jul 5, 2022
Intermittent power steering loss.
ENGINE
May 14, 2025
Incident date: Jul 5, 2022
I purchased this 2018 Honda Accord that has had no major problems until the last 6 months. I purchased the car from Gerald Jones Honda and have had all repairs and maintenance done there with the exception of tire related concerns and occasional oul changes. All the issues I've experienced have bee... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
May 14, 2025
Incident date: Jul 5, 2022
I purchased this 2018 Honda Accord that has had no major problems until the last 6 months. I purchased the car from Gerald Jones Honda and have had all repairs and maintenance done there with the exception of tire related concerns and occasional oul changes. All the issues I've experienced have bee... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 19, 2024
Incident date: Oct 4, 2024
On the highway doing 70 mph when the 2018 explorer started to sway back n forth and skipping across the road, got it stopped on the side of road and found out that my rear drivers toe link has broke. I see FORD has a RECALL on the 2016 - 2017 explorers for this problem... I'm lucky that I didn't kil... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 19, 2024
Incident date: Oct 4, 2024
We recently got the Jeep back from being serviced for a problem (P0E15-00) that seems to be a common issue with a part (hybrid/EV battery pack coolant heater) that breaks every 15-30k miles. Yay! Ours was at just over 17k miles. Now, on top of all of this, I receive a notice for our fourth recall i... Read more
SEATS
Sep 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 25, 2024
Quote: Report Receipt Date: NOV 12, 2013 NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V564000 Component(s): AIR BAGS Potential Number of Units Affected: 76,565 Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC The Problem: The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 25, 2024
Incident date: Jul 23, 2024
Fuel gauge automatically resets to full giving a false reading. Unknown fuel level creates travel hazard, because vehicle can shutdown during travel.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 2, 2024
Incident date: May 15, 2024
So on 7/1/24 our vehicle started overheating some. And then we had the check engine light to come on along with another light that looks like a lightning bolt inside an inside out parenthesis. So I research the symbol and it came back as an issue with the Electric Throttle Control which is also mean... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 15, 2024
Incident date: May 7, 2024
I’ve attached a known issues that you have for the 2023 Honda accord this is the same issue with my car 2024 I’ve been 3 times to dealer but they refuse to accept it because it’s a 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 15, 2024
Incident date: May 7, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 9, 2024
Incident date: Apr 8, 2024
My Kia had be under an unresolved recall that can cause a fire, not only putting myself and my family, but other drivers at risk. I have a toddler who rides with me and would be extremely hard to get out of a car seat if the car caught on fire, as such I have reduced driving with them to ensure safe... Read more
STRUCTURE
Mar 6, 2024
Incident date: Feb 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The conta... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Sep 5, 2023
Incident date: Mar 5, 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The message that the transmission had overheated was displayed. The contact was able to push the vehicle off the roadway. The vehicle was towed t... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 7, 2023
Incident date: Aug 3, 2023
When coming to a stop and electric power is depleted, the vehicle will engage the gas engine and accelerate through a brake. I have to fight the vehicle to come to a complete stop because the engine is pulling me forward through the brake. Due to the unpredictability of the braking system, I must le... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 7, 2023
Incident date: Aug 3, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal wind sound coming into the vehicle. After a visual inspection, the contact noticed that the glass was detaching from the panoramic sunroof. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined a... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 7, 2023
Incident date: Aug 3, 2023
When coming to a stop and electric power is depleted, the vehicle will engage the gas engine and accelerate through a brake. I have to fight the vehicle to come to a complete stop because the engine is pulling me forward through the brake. Due to the unpredictability of the braking system, I must le... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Feb 12, 2023
Incident date: Feb 12, 2023
Had Adas engaged for about 180 miles and had phantom braking atleast two times. There was no one in front or on side
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 7, 2022
Incident date: Dec 7, 2022
chassis recall
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 25, 2022
Incident date: Mar 1, 2022
Frame rusted out! Known issue that no one seems to care to help remedy. Toyota needs to do better. Vehicle still in amazing condition but cannot be driven because of this problem
SUSPENSION
Apr 29, 2022
Incident date: Apr 28, 2022
The steering is all loose and the alignment is repeatedly moving out of line on its own. The lower ball joints are wearing wrong and may fail at any point.
STEERING
Apr 29, 2022
Incident date: Apr 28, 2022
The steering is all loose and the alignment is repeatedly moving out of line on its own. The lower ball joints are wearing wrong and may fail at any point.
WHEELS
Dec 27, 2021
Incident date: Dec 1, 2021
DRIVING IN A HIGHWAY STATE 81 TOWARDS HARRISONBURG VIRGINIA WHEN MY 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA , PARTS OR EQUIPMENT UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK COLLAPSE CAUSE OF OUT OF CONTROL OF THE TRUCK , THE WHOLE SHOCK AND THE BALL JOINT IN THE FRONT ALL THE WAY TO THE BACK, THE PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE FALL TO THE G... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 27, 2021
Incident date: Dec 1, 2021
DRIVING IN A HIGHWAY STATE 81 TOWARDS HARRISONBURG VIRGINIA WHEN MY 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA , PARTS OR EQUIPMENT UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK COLLAPSE CAUSE OF OUT OF CONTROL OF THE TRUCK , THE WHOLE SHOCK AND THE BALL JOINT IN THE FRONT ALL THE WAY TO THE BACK, THE PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE FALL TO THE G... Read more
SUSPENSION
Dec 27, 2021
Incident date: Dec 1, 2021
DRIVING IN A HIGHWAY STATE 81 TOWARDS HARRISONBURG VIRGINIA WHEN MY 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA , PARTS OR EQUIPMENT UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK COLLAPSE CAUSE OF OUT OF CONTROL OF THE TRUCK , THE WHOLE SHOCK AND THE BALL JOINT IN THE FRONT ALL THE WAY TO THE BACK, THE PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE FALL TO THE G... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 4, 2021
Incident date: Sep 3, 2021
The truck frame has completely rusted out and has snapped in half. Leaving my truck undriveable. Toyota had an extended warranty but only if you followed exact criteria. This is a big safter issue that should be recalled
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 30, 2021
Incident date: Jan 1, 2021
Truck frame is rusted to the point the the vehicle is not usable. The problem has been confirmed by a local independent service center. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer. The first symptom was that the right rear shock became detached from the frame. When I brought the vehicle ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 30, 2021
Incident date: Jan 1, 2021
Truck frame is rusted to the point the the vehicle is not usable. The problem has been confirmed by a local independent service center. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer. The first symptom was that the right rear shock became detached from the frame. When I brought the vehicle ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 5, 2021
Incident date: Jun 5, 2021
Truck was taken to dealer about 5 years ago or less for underbody spray and frame inspection "recall". Truck was cleared as safe. Today, Tire shop informs me frame is unsafe to lift the car by, and proceeded to put his hand through the frame to show the severity of the issue. So I take the truck to ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 1, 2021
Incident date: May 24, 2021
The chassis of the vehicle is corroded, metal is exposed. Shocks bracket seems like it might break off. Concerned that vehicle will fail on the road.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 1, 2021
Incident date: May 24, 2021
The chassis of the vehicle is corroded, metal is exposed. Shocks bracket seems like it might break off. Concerned that vehicle will fail on the road.
SUSPENSION
Jan 18, 2021
Incident date: Feb 18, 2015
ONGOING RUSTY DETERIORATION OF FRAME. HAVE HAD SECTIONS CUT OUT AND PLATES WELDED 3X. PURCHASED IN 2003. SAME DEALER CLAIMS RECALL SENT. NOT RECEIVED BY ME. HAVE HAD OTHER RUST PROBLEMS WITH TOYOTAS, AND HAD RESPONDED TO SAME. THIS WAS TO BE MY LAST VEHICLE AS I AM 77, ON SS, DRIVE LESS THAN 5,0... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jan 16, 2021
Incident date: Jan 15, 2020
FRAME RUSTING
SUSPENSION
Dec 3, 2020
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
MY FRAME IN MY 2002 TACOMA IS ALMOST FULLY RUSTED . I CONTACTED TOYOTA AND THEY ARE NOT WILLING TO HELP EVEN THOUGH THEY KNOW THAT THEIR TRUCKS ARE RUSTING AND THAT THERE WAS A PREVIOUS RECALL SET TO REPLACE THE FRAME. SINCE I JUST GOT THIS TRUCK FORM SOMEONE, I HAD NO IDEA OF THE RECALL AND OF THE ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 3, 2020
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
MY FRAME IN MY 2002 TACOMA IS ALMOST FULLY RUSTED . I CONTACTED TOYOTA AND THEY ARE NOT WILLING TO HELP EVEN THOUGH THEY KNOW THAT THEIR TRUCKS ARE RUSTING AND THAT THERE WAS A PREVIOUS RECALL SET TO REPLACE THE FRAME. SINCE I JUST GOT THIS TRUCK FORM SOMEONE, I HAD NO IDEA OF THE RECALL AND OF THE ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 23, 2020
Incident date: Nov 21, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, SHE HEARD AN ABNORMALLY LOUD CLUNKING SOUND AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VEER INDEPENDENTLY TO THE RIGHT, WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT THEN PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND CALLED HER HUSBAND WHO ARRIVED AT THE SCENE AND ... Read more
WHEELS
Nov 13, 2020
Incident date: Nov 13, 2020
WAS DRIVING DOWN 85 S C FROM GREENVILLE- ANDERSON IN PASSING LANE .HEARD SLIGHT NOISE LIKE IN LEFT REAR TIRE AT FIRST.SOUND INCREASED FAST TO EXTREME THUMPING.HAD TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY INTO BREAKDOWN LANE.LOOKED AT TIRE-----OUTSIDE WALL WAS COMPLETELY RIPPED OPEN SHOWING TOTAL RIM.IF THIS HAD BEE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 23, 2020
Incident date: Feb 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED THE ACCELERATED PEDAL BECAME STUCK, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED BUT TRAVELLED TO THE FLOOR, AS THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A METAL MAIL BOX. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Oct 23, 2020
Incident date: Feb 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED THE ACCELERATED PEDAL BECAME STUCK, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED BUT TRAVELLED TO THE FLOOR, AS THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A METAL MAIL BOX. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Oct 23, 2020
Incident date: Feb 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED THE ACCELERATED PEDAL BECAME STUCK, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED BUT TRAVELLED TO THE FLOOR, AS THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A METAL MAIL BOX. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 23, 2020
Incident date: Feb 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED THE ACCELERATED PEDAL BECAME STUCK, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED BUT TRAVELLED TO THE FLOOR, AS THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A METAL MAIL BOX. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 24, 2020
Incident date: Sep 22, 2020
THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE FRAME IN 2010 AND THEY SAID UNDERCOATING WOULD PROTECT THAT HOWEVER NOW THE FRAME IS RUSTED AND NOT SAFE TO DRIVE IF I GET IN AN ACCIDENT IT WILL FAIL. IT ONLY HAS 90,000 MILES ON IT AND TOYOTA IS REFUSING TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I FEEL THEY SHOULD HAVE A WARRANTY ON THE F... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Sep 11, 2020
Incident date: Sep 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTED HER VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED SEVERE CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE UNDERCARRIAGE. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH MARKQUART TOYOTA (1844 COMMERCIAL BLVD, CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729) WHO INFORMED HER THAT THERE W... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 11, 2020
Incident date: Sep 8, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INSPECTED HER VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED SEVERE CORROSION THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE UNDERCARRIAGE. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH MARKQUART TOYOTA (1844 COMMERCIAL BLVD, CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729) WHO INFORMED HER THAT THERE W... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 1, 2020
Incident date: Apr 23, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING A ROUTINE CHECK ON THE VEHICLE BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, THE TECHNICIAN BECAME AWARE THAT THE REAR SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE A... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 1, 2020
Incident date: Apr 23, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING A ROUTINE CHECK ON THE VEHICLE BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, THE TECHNICIAN BECAME AWARE THAT THE REAR SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE A... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 9, 2020
Incident date: Mar 8, 2020
FRAME IS ROTTED, SHOCK SEPARATED FROM FRAME
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 20, 2019
Incident date: Nov 13, 2019
I HAVE A 2002 TACOMA THAT WAS PART OF THE FRAME PERFORATION RECALL. HOWEVER, I DID NOT GET A FRAME REPLACEMENT. THE "FIX" WAS TO APPLY A GEL OVER THE RUST ON THE FRAME, WHICH, SUBSEQUENTLY, ALL FELL OFF THE FRAME ONTO MY DRIVEWAY. RECENTLY, I TOOK MY TRUCK INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A 4WD REPAIR AND WA... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Sep 19, 2019
FRAME FAILURE DUE TO CORROSION: TOYOTA HAD PLACED A "WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT" TO REPLACE THE FRAMES BECAUSE THEY WEREN'T TREATED FOR CORROSION BUT WITH AN ENHANCEMENT, IT EXPIRES AND DID SO IN 2017. I JUST BOUGHT THE TRUCK AND LEARNED THEY HAVE A SAFETY RECALL FOR CORROSION OF THE SPARE WHEEL COMPARTM... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Sep 19, 2019
FRAME FAILURE DUE TO CORROSION: TOYOTA HAD PLACED A "WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT" TO REPLACE THE FRAMES BECAUSE THEY WEREN'T TREATED FOR CORROSION BUT WITH AN ENHANCEMENT, IT EXPIRES AND DID SO IN 2017. I JUST BOUGHT THE TRUCK AND LEARNED THEY HAVE A SAFETY RECALL FOR CORROSION OF THE SPARE WHEEL COMPARTM... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Sep 19, 2019
FRAME FAILURE DUE TO CORROSION: TOYOTA HAD PLACED A "WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT" TO REPLACE THE FRAMES BECAUSE THEY WEREN'T TREATED FOR CORROSION BUT WITH AN ENHANCEMENT, IT EXPIRES AND DID SO IN 2017. I JUST BOUGHT THE TRUCK AND LEARNED THEY HAVE A SAFETY RECALL FOR CORROSION OF THE SPARE WHEEL COMPARTM... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2002 TOYOTA TACOMA
158 manufacturer communications from 100 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 29 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 12 |
| 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 8 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 8 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 8 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 5 |
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-PANT-2024-004-
Mar 4, 2024
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
T-SB-0043-14
Jan 22, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TSB003220
Aug 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
TTT063620
Mar 17, 2022
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota PRO19-02
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custom
Toyota Safety Re
Mar 17, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20 Rev
Mar 12, 2021
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-SB-0032-20 Rev
Feb 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the re
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-TT-0636-20
Dec 14, 2020
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
T-SB-0063-20
Jun 23, 2020
200000 WHEELS
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST005-01, SU001-08, and T-SB-0391-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure
T-SB-0391-08 Obs
Jun 23, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0063-20.
T-SB-0304-17 Obs
Apr 7, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
T-SB-0032-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The a
T-SB-0008-20
Jan 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should b
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
T-SB-0134-16-Rev
Jul 1, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has be
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG004-97-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
PG006-01-Obsolet
Aug 31, 2018
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jul 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE
T-SB-0057-18
Jul 6, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14 is obso
Toyota PRO18-03_
Jun 14, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mis-Built For frames that are suspected to have been mis-built, dealers should: 1. Contact the Parts Technical Support Group (PTSG) at [email protected] with information on the condition and status of repair. a. Include the original par
ZTH Frame Inspec
May 31, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
2001-2004 MODEL YEAR TACOMA FRAME INSPECTION FOR RUST PERFORATION. Before raising the vehicle on an alignment rack (or lift), visually inspect the entire frame assembly (top, side and bottom surfaces of the frame rails) for visible signs of
ZH6, ZH7, ZH8, Z
May 25, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Dealer Daily Message: Frame Programs. Extension of Warranty Coverage for Frame Corrosion/Frame Replacement. Frame Ordering/Repair/Administration Updates Mis-Built. For frames that are suspected to have been mis-built, dealers should: 1. Co
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Jan 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89
T-SB-0229-12_Rev
Nov 22, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. In the event that a Toyota vehicle becomes submerg
T-SB-0144-08_Obs
Nov 21, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
T-SB-0134-16_Rev
Oct 30, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 30, 2017 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0012-13. Flash reprogramming allows the
T-SB-0304-17
Oct 27, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Jul 20, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Jul 20, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
CSV Dealer Packa
Jan 31, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Package: This Limited Service Campaign has expired as of January 31, 2017.
CSV TI Expired 0
Jan 31, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Instructions: This Limited Service Campaign has expired as of January 31, 2017.
TSB018217
Jan 6, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed
T-SB-0012-13 Rev
Nov 29, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: September 14, 2016: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0134-16.
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service
T-SB-0134-16
Sep 14, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
Safety Recall an
Jul 21, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
POL08-04
Jun 24, 2016
161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
WARRANTY POLICY BULLETIN (POL08-04): TOYOTA RECEIVED ISOLATED REPORTS REGARDING A SMALL NUMBER OF ?01 THROUGH ?04 MODEL YEAR TACOMA VEHICLES OPERATED IN SEVERE COLD CLIMATE AREAS WITH HIGH ROAD SALT USE. THEY WERE REPORTED TO BE EXHIBITING
POL08-04
Jun 24, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
WARRANTY POLICY BULLETIN (POL08-04): TOYOTA RECEIVED ISOLATED REPORTS REGARDING A SMALL NUMBER OF ?01 THROUGH ?04 MODEL YEAR TACOMA VEHICLES OPERATED IN SEVERE COLD CLIMATE AREAS WITH HIGH ROAD SALT USE. THEY WERE REPORTED TO BE EXHIBITING
POL08-04
Jun 24, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
WARRANTY POLICY BULLETIN (POL08-04): TOYOTA RECEIVED ISOLATED REPORTS REGARDING A SMALL NUMBER OF ?01 THROUGH ?04 MODEL YEAR TACOMA VEHICLES OPERATED IN SEVERE COLD CLIMATE AREAS WITH HIGH ROAD SALT USE. THEY WERE REPORTED TO BE EXHIBITING
Pol-08-04
Jun 24, 2016
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Warranty Policy Bulletin (POL08-04): Toyota received isolated reports regarding a small number of 2001 through 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles operated in severe cold climate areas with high road salt use. They were reported to be exhibiti
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Jul 23, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Jul 23, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
CSV_TI_REM_Publi
Jun 11, 2015
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
TI: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_TI_REM_Publi
Jun 11, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_TI_REM_Publi
Jun 11, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
TI: On 2001-2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break resul
CSV_TI_REM_Publi
Jun 11, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
TI: On 2001-2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break resul
TC-15-016
Jun 9, 2015
198000 TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
TOYOTA: TSB HAS AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. DUE TO EXPOSURE AND PROLONGED USAGE OF ROAD SALTS AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE LIFT PLATE FOR SPARE TIRE CARRIER WILL CORRODE A
TC-15-016
Jun 9, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TOYOTA: TSB HAS AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. DUE TO EXPOSURE AND PROLONGED USAGE OF ROAD SALTS AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE LIFT PLATE FOR SPARE TIRE CARRIER WILL CORRODE A
CSV_LSC_Region L
Jun 9, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
RL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_LSC_Region L
Jun 9, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
RL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_LSC_Dealer L
Jun 9, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_LSC_Dealer L
Jun 9, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
DL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_LSC_Region L
Jun 9, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
RL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_LSC_Region L
Jun 9, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
RL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_LSC_Dealer L
Jun 9, 2015
160000 STRUCTURE
DL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
CSV_LSC_Dealer L
Jun 9, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
DL: On 2001 - 2004 model year Tacoma vehicles, prolonged exposure to road salts and other environmental factors could cause the Spare Tire Carrier Lift Plate to corrode. In limited cases, the lift plate may excessively corrode and break res
T-SB-0083-13 Rev
May 13, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
T-SB-0083-13 Rev
May 13, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
T-SB-0012-13 REV
Jan 15, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"TSB: FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD-FIX PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE BULLETINS. THIS BUL
T-SB-0012-13 REV
Jan 15, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
"TSB: FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD-FIX PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE BULLETINS. THIS BUL
TSB-0012-13 Rev2
Jan 15, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bull
TSB-0012-13 Rev2
Jan 15, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bull
ER10_Remail_Regi
Oct 31, 2014
150000 SEAT BELTS
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
ER10_Remail_Regi
Oct 31, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
ER10_Remail_Regi
Oct 31, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
ER10_Remail_Regi
Oct 31, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
ER10_Remail_Deal
Oct 31, 2014
150000 SEAT BELTS
Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow
ER10_Remail_Deal
Oct 31, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow
ER10_Remail_Deal
Oct 31, 2014
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow
ER10_Remail_Deal
Oct 31, 2014
152400 SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
T-SB-0044-14 Rev
Oct 14, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Some 2012 - 2014 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with 1GR-FE engines may exhibit spark knock (detonation) during light acceleration and/or uphill in hot weather (80?F or higher). The Engine Control module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain
T-SB-0044-14 Rev
Oct 14, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: Some 2012 - 2014 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with 1GR-FE engines may exhibit spark knock (detonation) during light acceleration and/or uphill in hot weather (80?F or higher). The Engine Control module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
T-SB-0134-14
Sep 30, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Jul 25, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
T-SB-0043-14
Jul 7, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
T-SB-0012-13 Rev
Jun 12, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bullet
T-TT-0010-10 Rev
May 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position
T-TT-0010-10 Rev
May 1, 2014
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position
T-TT-0132-11
Feb 5, 2014
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. The following recommendations are intended to provide general
T-TT-0132-11
Feb 5, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. The following recommendations are intended to provide general
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA TACOMA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP08001
Opened: Jan 31, 2008 , Closed: Aug 27, 2008
SUDDEN AND UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION
THE PETITIONER OWNS A MODEL YEAR (MY) 2006 TOYOTA TACOMA EQUIPPED WITH A V6 ENGINE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.IN A PETITION SENT TO NHTSA'S OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) DATED JANUARY 10, 2008, HE ALLEGES HE EXPERIENCED TWO INCIDENTS OF UNWANTED ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING HIS TACOMA.THE PETI... Read more
TOYOTA TACOMA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TOYOTA TACOMA across all model years (1995, 2025).
182
Total Recalls
10,692
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
887
Reported Crashes
140
Reported Fires
22
Reported Deaths
TOYOTA TACOMA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2025 | 4 | 92 | View |
| 2024 | 4 | 184 | View |
| 2023 | 4 | 66 | View |
| 2022 | 3 | 77 | View |
| 2021 | 0 | 113 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 124 | View |
| 2019 | 4 | 299 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 277 | View |
| 2017 | 5 | 318 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 417 | View |
| 2015 | 4 | 140 | View |
| 2014 | 4 | 133 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 169 | View |
| 2012 | 7 | 406 | View |
| 2011 | 9 | 228 | View |
| 2010 | 13 | 343 | View |
| 2009 | 13 | 612 | View |
| 2008 | 11 | 558 | View |
| 2007 | 10 | 676 | View |
| 2006 | 11 | 977 | View |
| 2005 | 10 | 871 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 545 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 479 | View |
| 2002 (current) | 5 | 443 | |
| 2001 | 6 | 504 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 274 | View |
| 1999 | 5 | 303 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 358 | View |
| 1997 | 4 | 148 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 321 | View |
| 1995 | 6 | 214 | View |