2025 TOYOTA TACOMA

4 recalls — 78 complaints — 4 TSBs

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

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 ... Read more

Consequence

A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in late Q2 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.

8,230 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles. The front driveshaft constant-velocity (CV) joint may deform and break.

Consequence

A broken driveshaft can impair steering. Vehicles with full-time 4WD may experience a vehicle rollaway while parked without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace both front driveshaft assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed November 14, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in late May 2026. Owners may contact Toyo... Read more

5,960 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Defect Description

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 ... Read more

Consequence

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional let... Read more

591,377 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Defect Description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive vehicles. The rear brake hoses can be damaged if mud and dirt builds up inside the rear wheels. This can result in a brake fluid leak.

Consequence

A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace both rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 1, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB04 and 25TA04.

221,846 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Complaint Statistics

78 total complaints 11 crashes 2 fires 9 injuries 3 deaths

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	13
POWER TRAIN	9
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	5
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	4
SUSPENSION	4
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:INTERIOR	4
STEERING	4
SERVICE BRAKES	3
AIR BAGS	3

Incident date: Jun 3, 2026

Front passenger door handle broke under normal use exiting truck resulting in inability to open door from inside, entrapping occupant. Warranty claim filed with Toyota dealership. Dealer service advisor stated this is a common failure on Gen 4.Tacomas, and Tundras. Part is on backorder. Service... Read more

Incident date: May 21, 2026

The contact stated that while driving in the rain, when passing another vehicle, the vehicle began shuddering and experienced a loss of power. The check engine light illuminated and multiple other warning indicators. The vehicle pulled over to the vehicle was stopped and eventually restarted. The... Read more

Incident date: May 21, 2026

Incident date: May 27, 2026

The interior driver side door handle on my 2025 Toyota Tacoma failed and wouldn't open the door from the inside. I had to roll down my window to open from the outside. The dealership replaced the handle assembly under warranty. This happened at around 9300 miles on the odometer.

Incident date: May 15, 2026

Interior drivers side door handle broken. I thought it was the locking mechanism having issues and i had to hold the locking plastic tab in the unlock position to open the door from the inside. After the 3rd time exiting my tacoma the door handle snapped. Now i how to open the door from the outside ... Read more

Incident date: May 15, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that she received an email for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V656000 (Power Train). The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the dealer failed to alert her of the recall prior to the se... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2025

I am reporting a recurring safety issue following the Acura rod bearing recall repair on my 2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD. The original recall resulted in catastrophic engine failure and Acura replaced the long block assembly. Since that repair, the vehicle has repeatedly failed and returned to the dealers... Read more

Incident date: Apr 26, 2026

The vehicle would jerk when changing gears and would have a rattle and vibration when accelerating.

Incident date: Oct 1, 2025

Vehicle is equipped with start stop system and we have had multiple instances where we come to a stop , and the car will not restart. In the latest instance, we pulled up to stoplight, the start stops system engaged shutting off the engine then wouldn't restart. Car also wouldn't turn completely of... Read more

Incident date: Apr 23, 2026

*Steering system - tie rod / steering nut lock was loose and discover after alignment service * Loose tie rod nut created a potential safety risk because it involves a steering component related to vehicle control. This could have put me, my passengers, and others drivers at risk if the condition h... Read more

Incident date: Apr 23, 2026

Incident date: Apr 8, 2026

Driver's side interior door handle mechanism broke during normal usage at 8 months/6,300 miles. Breakage occured within the door panel, leaving a non-functioning handle. After breakage, the door cannot be opened from the inside of the vehicle and the occupant cannot easily exit the vehicle.

Incident date: Apr 15, 2026

Less than 5000 miles - seat popping and cracking noise. If you look it up online, a lot of the 4th Gen Tacomas are doing this but when you take it to a dealership they say that is normal. It feels like the seat will break and moves around alot but Toyota will not acknowledge the issue at the dealers... Read more

Incident date: Apr 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V656000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it remained since October 2025, while the contact drove a rental veh... Read more

Incident date: Mar 14, 2026

My 2025 Toyota Tacoma engaged the emergency braking/pre-collision system system while my vehicle was going under 10 mph on a steep road in winter conditions. My vehicle was completely under control before the system engaged and there was no risk of a collision with any vehicles in front of me. The... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Mar 15, 2026

On Sunday March 22, 2025 at around 1340, I was leaving my house and driving on a small incline and noticed my vehicle had a jerk when down shifting. This happened four times while traveling up hill. I have not yet had any repeat issues since this date.

Incident date: Mar 15, 2026

Incident date: Oct 21, 2025

several recalls but dealer my did not have any

Incident date: Mar 16, 2026

I experienced an unexpected Loss of Motive Power (LOMP) event. Late afternoon traffic was fast, estimate 75-80 MPH. I attempted to change lanes get to the righthand shoulder and was very nearly involved in a high-speed collision with a semi-petroleum tank truck. He applied his brakes to avoid hit... Read more

Incident date: Jan 21, 2026

Vehicle has a major problem steering down the road as I am traveling, its also makes loud clicks while turning left or right, also if freezing up and getting stiff along the way, The item that's causing this problem is call EPS , my light will not go out on its own, My local dealership will not h... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the passenger’s side A-pillar trim detached from the front windshield. The contact received several notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, part to do the recall repair was not yet ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2025

While driving down the highway at about 60 mph, the vehicle made a loud noise like a gunshot, and the sunroof exploded. Fragments of glass fell from the sunroof onto the backseat and floor board and large chunks of glass fell after. There was not any indication that the sunroof was damaged prior to ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2026

Due to my husband driving the vehicle, ISP states it looks like he crossed into an oncoming semi-chip truck trailer, causing a fatal accident and killing him instantly. The 2025 Toyota Tacoma's Safety Sense obviously failed since my husband is now dead. We had the 2025 Tacoma in the prior week due t... Read more

Crash 1 injured 1 deaths

Incident date: Mar 12, 2026

Crash 1 injured 1 deaths

Incident date: Mar 12, 2026

Crash 1 injured 1 deaths

Incident date: Oct 17, 2025

My 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro (VIN [XXX] , purchased from Delaney Toyota, DuBois PA) exhibited a recurring Smart Key and door lock malfunction beginning in late October/early November 2025 and continuing through the date the vehicle was traded in February 2026 with the defect unresolved. Symptoms ob... Read more

Incident date: Dec 3, 2025

MY 2025 TACOMA is part of a recall by Toyota, I was notified of the potential issue on early November 2025 and told Toyota was working on a remedy. On December 3rd, 2025 while using 4-wheel drive during a snow storm the drive shaft (recall issue) broke. On December 4th, 2025, the local Toyota deal... Read more

Incident date: Dec 3, 2025

While driving my vehicle on Monday, February 16, 2026 I heard a loud pop come from the front of the vehicle. Right after that smoke began to come through the hood vents. I stopped the vehicle to inspect and at that point the engine compartment was burning heavily. I could barely get out of the vehic... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Feb 20, 2026

I am reporting a recurring transmission/drivability issue with my 2024 Mercedes-Benz S580. The vehicle has been experiencing a harsh, abnormal shift between approximately 3rd and 4th gear at around 25–35 mph during normal acceleration. The shift feels like a sudden jerk or hesitation and does not ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 13, 2026

I was driving down the FM 112 in Lexington TX. The rear glass exploded. The center glass was not damaged just the glass on both sides

Incident date: Nov 29, 2025

Complete engine failure, threw rod through block. Oil was changed in October, still has 2000 miles before needing changing again.

Incident date: Nov 29, 2025

The vehicle is a 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road subject to Safety Recall 25TA11 involving the front axle shafts potentially breaking. The manufacturer has confirmed the recall and that a remedy is not yet available. The vehicle has been at a Toyota dealership and out of service for an extended per... Read more

Incident date: Jan 10, 2026

At approximately 5 years and 2 months of ownership, with approximately 53,000 miles, the clutch slave cylinder failed in such a way that contaminated both the clutch and flywheel with brake fluid. Repair of this issue requires replacement of the slave cylinder, clutch, and flywheel, as described by ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2025

Yes, my car caught fire. It's at an impound currently. My clothes caught fire when I tried putting it out. The car could have been parked in my garage or been in NYC, with a full tank of gas, that would have caused serious damage. My insurance company is sending an investigator to look into it today... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Aug 1, 2025

The contact owned a 2025 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, a Semi Truck attempting to merge onto the highway crashed into the passenger side of the vehicle, causing the driver to lose control of the steering and cross three lanes of traffic before crashing in... Read more

Crash 4 injured

Incident date: Oct 1, 2025

The check engine light came on and it would run rough when started. It was determined the number four cylinder head was cracked, allowing antifreeze to leak into the engine block. I bought the car new in January 2019. The problem appeared with under 57,000 actual miles. The car has always been s... Read more

Incident date: Nov 25, 2025

1) Transmission vehicle is not able to be driven Driving on the highway taking kids to school as my vehicle would not accelerate put me the kids and all that were on the road that morning at risk because all i could do is coast to get off on the side of the highway. I had it towed to independent cen... Read more

Incident date: Jan 7, 2026

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Defender LTX M/S2, Tire Size: 245/70/R17, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that two weeks after the vehicle was inspected and passed the inspection, while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake peda... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2025

Supplemental Safety Description I am submitting this supplemental statement to provide a complete and consolidated description of the ongoing safety concern affecting my vehicle. Vehicle Behavior and Safety Symptoms During normal driving conditions, the vehicle consistently exhibits directional inst... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2025

Uncertified and unsafe "car seat" found on Emlyne, which says it ships via USPS: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Incident date: Dec 10, 2025

This vehicle is affected by NHTSA Recall 25V644 (starter motor – fire risk). The recall remedy has been listed as “Remedy Not Available” since September 25, 2025, and remains unavailable more than two months later. BMW did not notify me about this safety recall. I only discovered it after a t... Read more

Incident date: Nov 19, 2025

I got this car right at the beginning of 2020, I didn’t even KNOW HOW to use my high beams until 2-3 years in. I used them all of 4-6 times and they magically stopped working. I don’t need them often so I didn’t notice right away. I’ve known for a while now but didn’t know I could submit a... Read more

Incident date: Nov 19, 2025

Vehicle Cannot Be Safely Driven – Structural / Suspension Defect Suspected – Dealer Claims “Repair Completed” Despite Unequal Wheelbase My vehicle is currently unsafe to operate, due to the following critical issues: ⸻ 1. Left–right wheelbase inconsistency The front and rear wheelbas... Read more

Incident date: Nov 19, 2025

Incident date: Nov 24, 2025

My A/C system experienced a total failure at around 79,000 miles. I took the vehicle to a service center, and they confirmed the failure is the A/C Evaporator. This component is now broken and available for inspection upon request. This evaporator failure is an extremely common, widely reported iss... Read more

Incident date: Nov 17, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V741000 (Electrical System) and 25V766000 (Engine); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 8, 2025

Connecting rod bearing failure at 105,000 miles, even with full recommended and documented service history.

Incident date: Oct 18, 2025

I’m writing this message out of frustration, exhaustion, and genuine concern for public safety. Over the past months, I’ve been renting and driving multiple cars from different brands and models — Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, and now a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E and all of them show the same dangerou... Read more

Incident date: Oct 18, 2025

While driving on a dry, clearly marked two-lane highway in Montana, I had Lane Tracing Assist and Active Lane Keep/Track Assist turned on. My hands were on the steering wheel, speed was within the limit, and visibility was clear. The truck unexpectedly steered itself out of the lane toward the right... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Oct 18, 2025

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NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2025 TOYOTA TACOMA

2025 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WD

Category	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	18.5%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Standard

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

Technical Service Bulletins — 2025 TOYOTA TACOMA

4 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	1
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION	1
350000 EQUIPMENT	1
200000 WHEELS	1

200000 WHEELS

TSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires

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.

061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

350000 EQUIPMENT

TSB: 2025 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger side and rear seat floor mats. During

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

10,651 Total Complaints

1 Investigations

888 Reported Crashes

138 Reported Fires

24 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	7	View
2025 (current)	4	78
2024	4	179	View
2023	4	64	View
2022	3	77	View
2021	0	111	View
2020	1	124	View
2019	4	299	View
2018	3	273	View
2017	5	317	View
2016	4	416	View
2015	4	138	View
2014	4	133	View
2013	6	169	View
2012	7	406	View
2011	9	226	View
2010	13	342	View
2009	13	611	View
2008	11	556	View
2007	10	676	View
2006	11	977	View
2005	10	870	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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2025 TOYOTA TACOMA

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NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2025 TOYOTA TACOMA

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NHTSA Safety Investigations — TOYOTA TACOMA

TOYOTA TACOMA — All Years Overview

TOYOTA TACOMA — Year by Year

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