2016 TOYOTA TACOMA

4 recalls, 417 complaints - 499 TSBs

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Defect Description

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.

3,547 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

ENGINE

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine. The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that may malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall.

Consequence

An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crank position sensor with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0H.

31,824 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.

Consequence

If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential may seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly wi... Read more

227,732 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tacoma trucks manufactured August 20, 2015, to September 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, incorrect bolts were used to install the driver's knee air bag module.

Consequence

The incorrect bolts may loosen over time and affect the performance of the driver's knee air bag, increasing the risk of driver injury during a crash that necessitates deployment of the air bags.

Remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct driver's knee air bag module mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is F0T.

306 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

417 total complaints 10 crashes 6 fires 10 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	133
ENGINE	47
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	44
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	33
SERVICE BRAKES	20
STRUCTURE:BODY	19
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	15
SUSPENSION	14
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	14
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	12

Incident date: Oct 1, 2022

Toyota has a paint problem on the tacomas. The paint is the bright white, .040 . They have painted all 4 doors,both front fenders and the pillars on each side of the windshield. I’m having the same problem on my hood,top of windshield and bed . Toyota refuses to take responsibility for these areas... Read more

Incident date: May 16, 2026

Car is missing front trunk emergency release. Apparently standard on newer Tesla’s but it violates FMVSS 401 as a child can easily fit in the front trunk.

Incident date: Nov 24, 2023

The primary front trunk (frunk) latch mechanism fails to unlatch on the first attempt, requiring multiple actuations to open. When I brought the vehicle to the manufacturer's official service center to have the defective safety latch inspected and repaired, they confirmed the behavior but refused to... Read more

Incident date: Oct 21, 2025

Incident Description: I purchased a 2016 Hyundai Veloster (VIN: KMHTC6ADXGU255844) in May 2025. Shortly after purchase, the vehicle began exhibiting serious mechanical issues, including engine knocking, excessive oil consumption, stalling, misfiring, and loss of power. Despite these ongoing issues, ... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Oct 21, 2025

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Oct 21, 2025

While accelerating from a light that had just turned green, after passing through an intersection the vehicle seized up and came to a complete stop. There were no warning lights or any indication of a malfunction. The vehicle did not shut off, the wheels just stopped spinning. After a few seconds it... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Jul 10, 2025

I SCHEDULED SERVICE A SERVICE APPOINTMENT WITH RICK HENDRICK CHEVROLET IN NAPLES, FL. AFTER LEAVING THE VEHICLE AS SCHEDULED THE SERVICE MANAGER REFUSED TO PERFORM THE SAFETY COVERED RECALLS AND STATED DUE TO THE ISSUE OF THE VEHICLE HAVING A BRANDED TITLE.

Incident date: Jul 5, 2024

Heavy vibration of entire vehicle when in reverse. Occasional lack of power when accelerating. Issues with the transmission occasionally failing to shift gears.

Incident date: Jan 5, 2026

UNKNOWN

Incident date: Jan 1, 2022

Hood/cowling along the windshield allows water to leak under the hood of the vehicle and wets the coils and plugs causing the engine to mis fire and shutter violently. This engine mis fire and sudden lack of power can cause the vehicle to obstruct the flow of traffic resulting in an accident. Probl... Read more

Incident date: Nov 27, 2025

Air bags did not go off after a car accident with a commercial box truck, car seems to be totaled. Insurance is going to inspect vehicle to confirm it being totaled. No warning lights were on at the time. Just passed inspection a month a month ago.

Crash 2 injured

Incident date: Mar 12, 2024

I am writing as the owner of a new 2025 GMC Yukon XL AT4 VIN: [XXX] , purchase date: 01AUG2025, from Elizabeth City GMC, Elizabeth City, NC. This vehicle, equipped with the 3.0L Duramax diesel engine and Super Cruise hands-free driving assistance, was purchased for safe family travel, including spac... Read more

Incident date: Aug 21, 2025

While driving our 2025 Chevrolet Traverse with 9450 miles at 45 MPH, it suddenly came to a complete stop and would not advance. Eventually after restarting the vehicle it would drive again, but the ABS, collision avoidance, traction control, and emergency braking was disabled. We learned that the ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 27, 2023

While on the freeway vehicle stalled when accelerating and engine stopped, I had to pull over to the side of the road to avoid accident. Turned vehicle back on and started making a whinning noise. Vehicle was taken in and found out the transmission is no good at 89k. Also found out that a lot of peo... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The contact stated while driving at approximately 80 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the message "Shift to Park and Restart" was displayed. The contact was able to coast to the side of the roadway and shifted to park(P). The contact was ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 7, 2022

I was driving home when my brake pedal went all the way to the floor. Next, I realized I could not stop the vehicle. I was able to pull over and stop. A puddle was pooling under my vehicle by the rear passenger tire. I received no lights or illumination or warning.

Incident date: Jun 20, 2025

See attached document for complaint.

Incident date: Apr 1, 2024

Driving on the highway at night when suddenly the door alarm rings, dome light turned on causing driver to lose focus/control. Was driving at 60mph when the sensor faulted. The alarm/notification turns on at random times causing the vehicle to have the light stay on and drain battery. This is causin... Read more

Incident date: Jan 10, 2025

The front multipurpose camera that controls all safety features has failed. This is a major safety hazard because almost every safety feature is non functioning. These include automatic emergency brake, blind spot warning, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and all included in the AD... Read more

Incident date: Apr 10, 2024

My head gasket is blown. It blown while I was driving down the road, it went into limp mode. I took it to the dealership and got it inspected. My car kept running hot, it also keep losing speed and lights on the dashboard.

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

My daughter was driving her car to work. Well in the middle of rush hour traffic the car put itself in neutral and then would not move and all of the lights were displayed on the dashboard as if the car was turned off. The car would not go into gear to move forward. She put the car in park and then ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 10, 2024

I received a recall notice from Honda regarding the Safety Recall of the fuel pump module in May 2024. My local dealer just informed me that they have no idea when they will receive the replacement modules and they are receiving about two units per month at random intervals. If this is indeed a sa... Read more

Incident date: Oct 20, 2024

WHEN USING CRUISE CONTROL (TESLA CALLS IT AUTOPILOT) EMERGENCY BRAKING IS APPLIED FOR NO KNOWN REASON. AT ONE LOCATION ON MY MORNING COMMUTE AT HIGHWAY SPEED IT OCCURS EVERY DAY AT THE SAME LOCATION, AT OTHER TIMES IT IS RANDOM. THIS INCREASES THE RISK OF A REAR END COLLISION WITH A FOLLOWING VEHI... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2018

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. There was an abnormal sound coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the local dealer to be diagnosed. ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 22, 2024

**Component Malfunction**: The windshield developed cracks shortly after purchase, which expanded without impact, affecting visibility and causing the Safety Eyesight system to malfunction. **Safety Risk**: The expanding crack impaired vision and led to safety system malfunctions, posing a risk to ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 22, 2024

There wasn't a field for my exact issue but my exact issue along with many others is the lack of power when accelerating in first gear. The car has an extremely numb feeling when starting out in first gear and does not takeoff like it should. There have been many Times where I accelerate and the ca... Read more

Incident date: Apr 22, 2024

Incident date: Sep 14, 2024

Driving and power started to die and engine warning lights came on. Pulled over immediately and engine stopped. Wouldn’t come back on. Towed by Cadillac and discovered engine blew. Apparently a know issue with many similar in the shop awaiting new engine.

Incident date: Aug 20, 2024

If the car is parked outside on a day where temperatures exceed 95 degrees Fahrenheit, it causes the front sensor camera to malfunction. This is a common issue with CRVs and is heavily documented in online forums. The overheating results in the vehicle’s features dependent on the camera and sensor... Read more

Incident date: Aug 13, 2024

The vehicle often hesitates to accelerate when pressing the fuel peddle. This mostly happens when backing out of a driveway and placing the gear into drive but also has happened after coming to a full stop and then pulling out. The hesitation lasts about 1-3 seconds and could lead to a collision i... Read more

Incident date: Jul 28, 2024

UNKNOWN

Incident date: Jan 5, 2024

On Friday, January 19, 2024, I was driving home from school at night in my 2017 GMC Terrain when suddenly my car was chugging and quit. my steering and brakes froze. Other cars were passing me and it was snowing. I was scared someone was going to hit me. I was able to start it up again and to get i... Read more

Incident date: Jan 3, 2024

Right side of windshield had a small crack. Illinois law can’t drive with a cracked windshield. Called Subaru they don’t fix windshield problems. Appointment at Safelite on 1/23/24 crack had gotten bigger they cannot repair now have to replace windshield. Appointment on 1/25/24 to replace windsh... Read more

Incident date: Dec 6, 2023

The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) 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 de... Read more

Incident date: Dec 15, 2023

The star shaking while driving in height speed or bump is called wobble.

Crash

Incident date: Oct 1, 2023

Investigation: PE 23-013

Incident date: Nov 8, 2023

My car started jumping while driving we had put oil in my car 3 weeks prior. It also smelt like my car was burning while the heat was on I had 2 babies in the back seat and I was scared to death. I haven’t received anything in the mail about any recalls what so ever. I had to hear by a family frie... Read more

Incident date: Nov 8, 2023

Incident date: Oct 30, 2023

Brake Lights, constantly on. The vehicle, while driving, the brake lights come on and do not turn off. you must force the pedal all the way down, to, sometimes, turn them off. while driving, the lights being on, disables the ECS system, and Cruise Control. while the vehicle is parked and off the lig... Read more

Incident date: Sep 6, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front end near the tires and wheel wells. There was a vibration in the front end of the vehicle while driving. The Autopilot feature became inoperable. The "Au... Read more

Incident date: Sep 6, 2023

I was making a right turn, I pressed the gas and turned my wheel right to make the turn and the steering wheel then locked and I couldn’t straighten it out and ended up driving over the sidewalk and crashing into a building. My car was totaled and I went to the hospital due to airbag burns. My ins... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Jan 1, 2023

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of t... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2023

2023 CX-50 Issue: knocking sound coming from rear of vehicle at low speeds between 1mph-10mph.

Incident date: Feb 5, 2023

There is a problem with the fuel system in the tank region that effects the PCV valve, Charcoal cylinder and fuel tank cause a build up of pressure in the system that causes the vehicle to leak gas vapor and not be able to fill with fuel. There was a similiar issues with the 2015/2016 models and the... Read more

Incident date: Feb 5, 2023

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while having the vehicle inspected, the mechanic became aware that the rear subframe was severely rusted. The dealer was contacted but the dealer provided no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but provide... Read more

Incident date: Feb 5, 2023

Error codes with the clutch b sensor and clutch b sensor being stuck. When the check engine light comes on the car will not go in reverse. After driving now shift is sporadic and rpm’s go up and down randomly.

Incident date: Aug 15, 2022

Periodically while using cruise control, most often on toll lanes with a different speed limit than the non-toll lanes, the car slows down rapidly and unpredictably. There are no warnings, and the braking is can be quite considerable (10-15 mph). This only happens when using cruise control.

Incident date: Feb 1, 2019

I hit another vehicle in the passenger side head on at 55+ MPH and the air bag did not deploy. Air bags in the other vehicle did deploy. No prior warning. Police, wrecker driver, and others questioned why the bags did not deploy. I had neck, back, arm, chest and hand injuries. Accident repo... Read more

Crash 2 injured

Incident date: Oct 1, 2022

There is an ad for a Seat Shell being advertised and sold online. It is misleading, saying it is certified safe. There are many children being put in harms way: https://fb.watch/iKAEDinkt-/

Incident date: Jan 12, 2023

While driving in stop and go traffic this morning (02/06/2023), at approximately 8:45 am, my Hyundai Elantra began accelerating on it's own. I applied the brakes and the car behaved as though I slammed on the brakes. The acceleration and braking issues happened multiple times during this drive. Af... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 TOYOTA TACOMA

2016 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 2WD

Category	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	14.7%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 TOYOTA TACOMA

499 manufacturer communications from 243 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
160000 STRUCTURE	87
350000 EQUIPMENT	67
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	45
100000 POWER TRAIN	31
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	29
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	22
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER	19
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	15

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.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TI: K0D expired on 10/31/2023. TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D FRAME CORROSION RESISTANT COMPOUND (CRC) APPLICATION CERTAIN 2011 ? 2015 MODEL YEAR TACOMA

160000 STRUCTURE

TI: K0D expired on 10/31/2023. TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D FRAME CORROSION RESISTANT COMPOUND (CRC) APPLICATION CERTAIN 2016 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR TACOMA

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

K0D expired on 10/31/2023.

160000 STRUCTURE

DP: K0D expired on 10/31/2023. Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas wi

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.

350000 EQUIPMENT

RL: Toyota has received some reports of paint peeling along the exterior door window frames and front inner fenders under the hood on certain Tacoma vehicles with 040 Super White paint color.

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

RL: Toyota has received some reports of paint peeling along the exterior door window frames and front inner fenders under the hood on certain Tacoma vehicles with 040 Super White paint color.

350000 EQUIPMENT

DP: Toyota has received some reports of paint peeling along the exterior door window frames and front inner fenders under the hood on certain Tacoma vehicles with 040 Super White paint color.

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

DP: Toyota has received some reports of paint peeling along the exterior door window frames and front inner fenders under the hood on certain Tacoma vehicles with 040 Super White paint color.

350000 EQUIPMENT

FAQ: Certain 2016-2022 Model Year Tacoma Vehicles Painted with Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Paint Peeling on Door Frames + Front Inner Fenders Frequently Asked Questions

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

FAQ: Certain 2016-2022 Model Year Tacoma Vehicles Painted with Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Paint Peeling on Door Frames + Front Inner Fenders Frequently Asked Questions

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Follow the procedures outlined in this service bulletin to aid in locating, inspecting, and repair

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

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

140000 AIR BAGS

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released.

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released.

350000 EQUIPMENT

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

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

160000 STRUCTURE

DL: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding vehicle frame corrosion perforation on certain 2011-2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. These reports have indicated that these vehicles, when operated in specific cold climate areas (Cold

160000 STRUCTURE

DP: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding vehicle frame corrosion perforation on certain 2011-2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. These reports have indicated that these vehicles, when operated in specific cold climate areas (Cold

072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

DP: Although the high-pressure fuel pump is covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 5 years or 60,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership experience. Toyota is providing coverage for

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a condition where snow or ice builds up between the right or left front door and front fender, preventing the front door from fully opening. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bu

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

350000 EQUIPMENT

TT: Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) does not include notes requiring ordering the Protector Heater seals when replacing the air conditioning Evaporator Core (88511- #####) or Radiator Heater Unit SubAssembly (87107- #####

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TT: Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) does not include notes requiring ordering the Protector Heater seals when replacing the air conditioning Evaporator Core (87511- #####) or Radiator Heater Unit Sub-Assembly (87107- #####).

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

TSB: Some 2019 ? 2022 model year Avalon, 2018 ? 2023 model year Camry, 2017 ? 2022 model year Highlander, 2017 ? 2020 model year Sienna, and 2016 ? 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine may exhibit a knocking noise

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

160000 STRUCTURE

DP Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage may e

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission (6AT) may exhibit a vibration under deceleration (coasting or braking) typically between 30 ? 10 mph. This vibration is felt in the seat, floorboard, a

020000 SUSPENSION

010000 STEERING

140000 AIR BAGS

TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The pur

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit what customers describe as a 1 ? 3-second whistle noise from the HVAC system when the air conditioning system is ON. The whistle noise may occur as the compressor cycles on and of

160000 STRUCTURE

DP: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage may

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and

160000 STRUCTURE

140000 AIR BAGS

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 01013E), Entune? Audio Plus (version 010156 or 01015C), or Entune? Premium Audio (versions 010171, 010170, or 01017D) may exhibit one or more of the follo

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

050000 PARKING BRAKE

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an FKS engine

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

160000 STRUCTURE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE May 02, 2022: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0045-22

350000 EQUIPMENT

Some 2016 ? 2018 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 01013E), Entune? Audio Plus (version 010156 or 01015C), or Entune? Premium Audio (versions 010171, 010170, or 01017D) may exhibit one or more of the following

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

160000 STRUCTURE

RL: The Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp on the involved vehicles has a seal between the lamp and the vehicle body which can deteriorate over time. If the seal deteriorates sufficiently, water from outside the vehicle could leak into the vehic

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

160000 STRUCTURE

DP: The Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp on the involved vehicles has a seal between the lamp and the vehicle body which can deteriorate over time. If the seal deteriorates sufficiently, water from outside the vehicle could leak into the vehic

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

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TT: The purpose of this Tech Tip is to provide diagnostic tips to prevent misdiagnosis of the following DTC?s and prevent repeat repairs. One or more of the Heated Oxygen Sensors (O2) or Air Fuel ratio sensor (A/F) DTCs below could set due

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM ZKA CERTAIN 2016 THROUGH 2017 MODEL YEAR TACOMA

220000 SEATS

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2022 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit what customers describe as a 1 ? 3-second whistle noise from the HVAC system when the air conditioning system is ON. The whistle noise may occur as the compressor cycles ON/OFF an

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

TSB This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year El

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

200000 WHEELS

190000 TIRES

160000 STRUCTURE

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 21TD03 CERTAIN 2016 ? 2019 Model Year Double Cab Tacoma CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP ? WATER LEAK

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TT: Some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using Bluetooth Hands Free. This is caused by the phone Hands Free volume being too low. These settings may need to be reapplied any time the phone is paired to

160000 STRUCTURE

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 21TD03 CERTAIN 2016 ? 2019 Model Year Double Cab Tacoma CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP ? WATER LEAK

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 21TD03 CERTAIN 2016 ? 2019 Model Year Double Cab Tacoma CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP ? WATER LEAK

160000 STRUCTURE

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

350000 EQUIPMENT

TT: Use the following aids in conjunction with the repair manual when removing the fuel tank from 2016-2022 model year Tacoma vehicles.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

TT: Use the following aids in conjunction with the repair manual when removing the fuel tank from 2016-2022 model year Tacoma vehicles.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth? failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth? Audio function

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

DD: Certain 2016-2019 Model Year Double Cab Tacoma Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp ? Water Leak 21TD03 has been updated with part number 00948-CHMHW-01, this part number has been created for CLAIM FILING PUPRPOSES ONLY. Part number 00948-C

160000 STRUCTURE

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

TSB: Some 2006 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX? Tip) is avai

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

160000 STRUCTURE

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2020 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine may exhibit a chirp noise from the main accessory drive belt. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an FKS engine.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21.

140000 AIR BAGS

Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

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.

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.

220000 SEATS

TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water an

160000 STRUCTURE

RL: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage ma

160000 STRUCTURE

DE: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage ma

160000 STRUCTURE

RE: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage ma

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D FRAME CORROSION RESISTANT COMPOUND (CRC) APPLICATION CERTAIN 2016 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR TACOMA

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2020 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 2GR-FKS engine and a manual transmission may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P211904 (ECM/PCM Throttle Actuator ?A? Control Throttle Body Range/P

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

061560 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR

TSB: Some 2016 ? 2021 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a condition where the air conditioning system shuts down and stops blowing cool air during periods of extended engine idle with ambient temperatures greater than 100?F. Follow the

160000 STRUCTURE

TSB: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage ma

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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.

DP, Closed , Model Year: 2006

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 (current)	4	417
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	5	443	View
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

Other TOYOTA Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
TUNDRA	787	9,074	View
HIGHLANDER	677	6,756	View
RAV4	669	11,842	View
CROWN	548	141	View
VENZA	404	969	View
GRAND HIGHLANDER	388	332	View
PRIUS	365	15,456	View
HIGHLANDER HYBRID	355	1,103	View

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2016 TOYOTA TACOMA

Complaint Statistics

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 TOYOTA TACOMA

Safety Technology

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 TOYOTA TACOMA

Most Affected Components

NHTSA Safety Investigations, TOYOTA TACOMA

TOYOTA TACOMA - All Years Overview

TOYOTA TACOMA - Year by Year

Other TOYOTA Models