Toyota Tacoma Complaints

8,484 consumer complaints on file.

#11570889February 8, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
Leaking of brake fluid from brake master cylinder into driver footwell.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11570211February 6, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Paint is flaking off on the inside of all doors. Paint color is blue ribbon metallic.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11568678January 30, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
Vehicle was taken to dealer with frame rust, crack and holes. Toyota refused to fix , repair or offer parts to repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11568701January 30, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The horn on my truck no longer works. Cruise control is intermittent at times. Vehicle was taken to my independent repair shop I've been told it is the clock spring in my steering wheel. My concern is the air bag would quit working. Been told same vehicle from 2012 and newer was fixed by Toyota for same problem.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11568446January 29, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
I have started to notice that my 2017 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road has started to leak what seems brake fluid on my carpet. After inspecting my vehicle, I have noticed that the leak is coming from the Brake Master Cylinder. This situation has me worried now that this could lead to a serious accident. There is an apparent recall for this same exact issue for the 2018-2019 Tacoma models but, not for the 2017 model year.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11568254January 27, 2024
TIRES
Firestone Destination Le2 P245/75R16 On February 20, 2021 just 15 days after I purchased my brand new truck the rear passenger side tire dramatically exploded while I was driving in to my neighborhood. I was traveling at approximately 35 mph when out of nowhere a sound similar to a shotgun interrupted my driving and immediately forced me off the road in between two trees. I was narrowly missed by oncoming traffic and scared for my life. My side step of my brand new car was damaged as well as the rim and driver side wheel well where my car brushed the tree. I called Toyota and they said I didn't have tire coverage so I called my insurance company next. USAA sent a tow truck to pick up the vehicle and they brought it to Tire Choice. The associate said the tires were known for exploding and indicated that I needed to at least replace the damaged one and the driver side front for my own safety. The associate also said he didn't think these specific tires were even in circulation anymore. I went to Toyota and they said this was a manufacturers issue. No one was able to help me and I was forced to replace two brand new tires out of pocket. I was lucky I was in the neighborhood and not the interstate. There was absolutely no sign this was going to happen nor did I hit anything in the short time I had the car before the accident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11567943January 26, 2024
SEATS
I had a heated seat failure. I do have the parts available for inspection. I removed the seat to find that the sub assy-seat heater and connecting wiring harness had been burnt which could potentially cause a fire. Toyota part numbers effected are: sub assy - 87501-0C020, wiring harness in the heater assy - 87510-04040 which was replaced by 87510-04050. I reported the issue to Toyota. There were no warning lights or indicators that there was an issue. The heated seat indicator light still shows the seat as on even though it was not heating. Toyota service bulletin T-SB-0130-18 has been issued about this issue, so Toyota obviously knows there is an issue. I've read in forums online that the root issue is the wiring not being large enough to handle the power to the seat, so ultimately replacing the factory parts would not guarantee the issue will not happen again.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11567897January 25, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
At 55,000 miles Brake fluid began leaking into passenger cabin. Brake fluid leaks on to brake pedal and driver footwell. Obviously a safety issue and dealer is asking approx 2000 dollars to repair. Failing component is a brake master cylinder that is specific to the Off Road and Trd Pro Tacomas that have a traction control feature called “crawl” for off road use. After an online search, this issue seems common in these models.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11566904January 22, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
Brake system is leaking fluid into the cab, and collects on the floor mat. Brake fluid level has dropped below minimum cold level. Mileage 42,164 Leaking brake fluid can cause decreased brake performance, or complete failure of the braking system. Which can result in loss of vehicle control and collisions with other vehicles, structures, or pedestrians. The dealer has not yet confirmed the issue. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by anyone other than the owner (myself). No warning lamps or messages. Leaking brake fluid was seen on the driver floor mat within the last few months, and continues.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11566610January 19, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Headlight shows visible signs of over heating of the amber lenses on both driver and passenger side. Amber lenses are melted, obscured, burned through and causing additional discoloration to the clear lens of the headlight itself. This creates a safety issue for both driver and passenger side headlights and amber lights not illuminating properly but also reducing the reliability and longevity of the lighting systems themselves.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11566611January 19, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Whenever I’m driving my truck before it hits 40 miles it shakes bad but then when it passes 40 miles it stops and drives like if there’s nothing wrong with it
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11566583January 19, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The paint is starting to peel on the passenger fender. It is on the inside of where the hood gap is in a area that is not exposed to rock chips or would be susceptible to external damage. It is also located right next to where the rubber bump stop is to prevent the hood from contacting the fender so it would be impossible for the hood to cause the issue and since the hood has no signs of chipping or rubbing in that area.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11566373January 18, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bearing failure inside heater blower motor causing fan motor to burn out and filling the cabin with toxic electrical smoke
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563966January 6, 2024
AIR BAGS
I was driving on the highway and a semi truck hit my car from behind, pushed my car and I hit the car in front of me. I was doing around 55 mph when thee truck hit me.The airbags did not deploy. but the airbag light was lit up on the cluster. Later I received a message through the toyota app about a malfunction on my car's airbag system, that I have to contact the dealership to get it fix.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
3
Deaths:
0
#11563658January 5, 2024
ENGINE
Rear coolant bypass joint leak. This is a plastic defective pipe that has leaked on my truck and thousands of others! The dealership wants 2000 dollars to repair their cheap mistake! I have pictures and invoice to upload, but the site will not allow it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563738January 5, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
The brake system is leaking fluid in the cab of the truck creating a safety hazard; the brake fluid is a slick oily substance that can potentially inhibit the application of the braking system when the foot is applied to the pedal with the brake fluid on the pedal or picked up on the bottom of the foot.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563471January 4, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
On annual inspection vehicle did not pass due to holes in the frame
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11563647January 4, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
We recently went to have new tires put on the Tacoma at Costco. The Costco technician said that the frame was rusted and he had a similar problem with his Tacoma and Toyota repaired it. He told us that he couldn't install the new tires with the rusted frame and suggested that we go to our Toyota Dealer. We went to Toyota Direct in Columbus, Ohio (where we have had the vehicle serviced every time) and they took pictures of the rust and told us they would call us back. Although we have inquired several times, they had not called us back so we reached out to Toyota Corporate and they said that the recall/warranty extension had expired and there was nothing they could do. Costco has refused to install the new tires until the frame is repaired. (our problem is not with Costco.) The Costco tech did tell us that he was surprised that the rust had not been noticed before by the Dealer during regular service as it would not have appeared so quickly. So the complaint goes against Toyota Corporate and Toyota Direct... why did they not notice any rust while the warranty/recall was in effect or any of the service visits if this is a standard problem with 2009 Toyotas. If the vehicle has a rusted frame, that could be dangerous to whoever is driving the vehicle. In addition, without being able to have new tires installed due to the frame issue, that creates another safety concern with winter weather approaching and tires that need replaced.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11562740December 30, 2023
STEERING, WHEELS
The vehicle since approximately 45,000 miles had exhibited occasional steering wheel jitter that would go away when traveling at high speeds. In addition to the steering wheel jitter, the vehicle would pull to the right when traveling and required continued contact with the steering wheel. Dealerships had indicated the vehicle needed an alignment since approximately 30,000 miles. Wheel balancing performed at discount tire acceptably reduced the amount that the vehicle pulls towards the right when traveling at highway speeds. At 78k miles when visiting an alignment service center the technician indicated that the wheel bearing on the front passenger side required replacement and then demonstrated lateral play in the wheel that permitted a quarter inch to 3/8th inches of play. The bearing had been wobbling for a prolonged period of time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11562654December 29, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
Brake pedal spongy and when pushed and held it continuously goes slowly to the floor. I believe the recall for the master cylinder should have been extended back further.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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