Toyota Toyota truck problems
The Toyota Tacoma is a pickup truck manufactured by Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota since 1995. The first-generation Tacoma (model years 1995 through 2004) was classified as a compact pickup. The second generation (model years 2005 through 2015) and third generation (in production since 2015) models are classified as mid-sized pickups. The Tacoma was Motor Trend's Truck of the Year for 2005.
As of 2015, the Tacoma was sold in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Bolivia, Bermuda, and the French overseas collectivity of New Caledonia. Most markets across the world receive the Toyota Hilux in lieu of the Tacoma.
The name "Tacoma" was derived from the Coast Salish peoples' name for Mount Rainier in the U.S. state of Washington.
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Common Toyota Toyota truck problems
Based on the complaints from owners of Toyota Tacoma trucks, here are some common problems associated with these vehicles:
- Crank Position Sensor Issues (2016-2017 Models):
- Owners reported problems with the crank position sensor on V6 engines in the 2016 and 2017 Toyota Tacoma models. The sensor tended to fail, causing issues such as stalling, sputtering, and poor acceleration, especially at low RPMs. This failure could lead to engine timing problems and trigger a check engine light with a code like P0335. The sensor is typically located inside the passenger side wheel well and requires replacement to resolve the issue.
- Rear Differential Leaks and Recalls:
- Another common problem involves leaks in the rear differential of Toyota Tacoma trucks. The gasket between the carrier area tends to leak, causing fluid levels to drop. Leaks can also occur around the pinion seal and other areas of the differential. Toyota issued a recall related to this problem, emphasizing the importance of addressing leaks promptly to prevent damage to the differential components and ensure proper lubrication.
These issues highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any warning signs to keep Toyota Tacoma trucks running smoothly and avoid potential safety hazards or costly repairs.
What is the problem with Toyota pickup trucks?
Toyota is recalling about 381,000 Tacoma pickup trucks from the 2022 and 2023 model years because of a potential problem with the rear axle. The automaker says that during the manufacturing process, welding debris left on the ends of the rear axle assembly could cause parts to separate from the axle.
What years to avoid for a Toyota Tacoma?
A: The years to avoid, specifically 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2016, and 2017, have reported significant issues such as body and paint problems, engine mishaps, faulty interior accessories, drivetrain and engine defects, and problematic transmissions.
What years did Toyota trucks have bad frames?
While it's not nearly as common a problem, the trucks built between 2005 and 2010 also have to be mentioned when discussing Toyota Tacoma years to avoid. In November 2016, Toyota said that it would inspect and replace rusted frames if required.
How reliable are Toyota trucks?
For 2023, Toyota ranked 7th overall and 5th among mainstream brands in terms of dependability. In addition to this impressive ranking, the Toyota Tundra received praise in the Large Light Duty Pickup truck segment from J.D. Power.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Toyota Toyota truck years
We have researched Toyota problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Toyota Toyota truck cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Toyota Toyota truck model years:
- Toyota Toyota truck 1993
- Toyota Toyota truck 1994
- Toyota Toyota truck 1992
- Toyota Toyota truck 2000
- Toyota Toyota truck 1991
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Toyota Toyota truck model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Toyota Toyota truck years
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Toyota Toyota truck car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Toyota Toyota truck , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Structure problems
- Tires problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Toyota Toyota truck vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Toyota truck model years
A total of 18 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Toyota truck model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Toyota truck model years
There were a total of 12 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Toyota truck model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 169 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Toyota Toyota truck . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Toyota Toyota truck vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Toyota Toyota truck 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2010-11-28
- Date Complaint: 2010-11-30
- VIN: 4TARN01P9RZ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 1994 TOYOTA PICKUP HAS HOLES IN FRAME FROM RUST. I JUST REPLACED THE TIRES AND FOUND THE FRAME ROT AND I AM VERY UNHAPPY WITH THIS SITUATION. THE RECALL ONLY GOES BACK TO THE 1995 MODELS AND THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A FACTORY DEFECT. I FEEL THAT THIS NEEDS TO BE FIXED BY TOYOTA. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2007-11-19
- Date Complaint: 2010-11-22
- VIN: 4TARN01P4RZ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 TOYOTA SHORT WB DELUXE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED IN TWO. SHE WAS INFORMED BY HER PERSONAL MECHANIC WHEN SHE WENT TO HAVE ANOTHER REPAIR PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 225,000. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 200,000. UPDATED 02/10/11 *BF THE RUSTED FRAIM IS CAUSING THE LEAF SPRING TO CUT INTO IT. UPDATED 11/30/2011 *LN
Toyota Toyota truck 1992
- Date Of Incident: 2008-10-24
- Date Complaint: 2010-10-26
- VIN: 4TARN01P9NZ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 TOYOTA SHORT WB DELUXE PICKUP TRUCK. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS CORRODED AND COVERED WITH RUST. WHILE PERFORMING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ON THE VEHICLE THE MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT THE FRAME WAS SEVERELY COVERED WITH RUST. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
Toyota Toyota truck 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2010-10-06
- Date Complaint: 2010-10-06
- VIN: 4TARN81A4RZ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I TOOK MY 1994 TOYOTA PICKUP TO A SHOP TO HAVE THE CLUTCH REPLACED. THE SHOP CALLED ME AND SAID THEY WOULD NOT INSTALL THE CLUTCH BECAUSE THE FRAME WAS RUSTED THROUGH SO BAD AROUND THE REAR SUSPENSION MOUNTS THAT IT WAS PRACTICALLY BROKEN IN HALF AND WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-15
- Date Complaint: 2010-08-20
- VIN: 4TARN01PXRZ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: FRAME IS ROTTED OUT. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-09
- Date Complaint: 2010-07-22
- VIN: JT4RN81A1R5
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 1. DROVE VEHICLE ADHERING TO, ACTUALLY EXCEEDING, VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS. 2. UPPER LEFT CONTROL ARM IS RUSTING THROUGH ON THE VERTICAL PLANES. 3. TOOK VEHICLE TO LOCAL DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THEY AGREED THE PARTS ARE RUSTING BUT IT WAS OKAY TO DRIVE. CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND THEY SUPPORT THE DEALER. MY VEHICLE IS A 1994 TOYOTA PICKUP TRUCK WITH 225,000 MILES. THE POWER TRAIN AND BODY ARE IN ABOVE AVERAGE CONDITION. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-14
- Date Complaint: 2010-04-28
- VIN: JTEZT14R230
- Components: TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER I BOUGHT MY 4RUNNER I NOTICED LOSE OF POWER WHEN ENTERING BUSY STREETS OR ROADWAYS. I WOULD GO INTO AN INTERSECTION OR ROAD AND MY SUV WOULD BRAKE AND I COULD NOT SPEED UP , I HAD NO THROTTLE CONTROL FOR 3 OR 4 SECONDS THAT IS ALONG TIME WHEN YOU HAVE TRAFFIC BEHIND YOU. I AM GLAD I HAVE NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXITS. I TOOK IT TO DEALER BUT TELLS ME IT IS NORMAL. IT'S MORE LIKE SCARY THAN NORMAL.. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-28
- Date Complaint: 2010-04-05
- VIN: 5TBBT44161S
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 2001 TUNDRA ,WE CAN'T GET IT INSPECTED DUE TO RUSTED FRAME ON DRIVERS SIDE SO BAD THAT ONE OF THE MAIN BRACES IS RUSTED OFF,AND THE FRAME ITSELF IS EXTREMELY THIN. THE TIE HOLDING THE TIRE IS ALSO BAD. THE SHOCKS ARE ALSO RUSTED AND THE BRAKE COVERS ARE BREAKING APART,PIECES RUBBING AGAINST THE BRAKES. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-20
- Date Complaint: 2010-03-23
- VIN: JTEZT14R230
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: MY 03 4 RUNNER STEERING WHEEL FLUTTERS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. IT HAS HAPPENED SINCE NEW AND DEALER HAS BALANCED THE TIRES EVERYTIME. I CAN STILL FEEL THE STEERING WHEEL FLUTTER/SHAKE
Toyota Toyota truck 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-14
- Date Complaint: 2010-02-21
- VIN: JT4VN13D9R5
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHEN I FIRST PURCHASED IN 1994 IT HAD A WINDSHIELD LEAK , DEALER SAID COMMON PROBLEM FIXED LEAK? 8 YEARS LATER HAD TO REPLACE ORIGINAL WINDSHIELD AND DISCOVERED RUST AROUND WINDSHIELD FRAME CALLED TOYOTA TO COMPLAIN ABOUT DEFECT FROM THE FIRST LEAK WHICH HAD CAUSED THE RUST, TOYOTA DENIED PROBLEM. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 1992
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-15
- Date Complaint: 2010-02-09
- VIN: 4TARN01P5NZ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 1)TRUCK MOSTLY GARAGED AND KEPT IN EXCELLENT REPAIR. 2)RUST HOLES IN FRAME. 3)DEALER REFUSES TO REPAIR THE DEFECT. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-01
- Date Complaint: 2010-02-03
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MY FOLKS HAPPEN TO OWN A 2000 TOYOTA TACOMA PICKUP, 4-CYL WITH/AUTO TRANSMISSION SINCE IT WAS NEW. WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS IN USE AND THE DRIVER APPLIES THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE WILL LURCH FORWARD. ALSO, THE VEHICLE WILL LURCH FORWARD WHEN THE FAN IS TURNED-ON, WITH THE AIR-CONDITIONER SWITCH ALREADY ON WHICH ACTIVATES THE AIR-CONDITIONER IMMEDIATELY. I ASSUME THIS CONDITIONS EXITS TO COMPENSATE FOR THE AIR CONDITIONER LOAD ON THE ENGINE. HOWEVER, I'VE DRIVEN MANY OTHER VEHICLES THAT FUNCTION JUST FINE WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ACTIVATED WITHOUT HAVING TO LURCH THE VEHICLE FORWARD, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE BRAKE IS APPLIED. THE PROBLEM HAS SEVERAL TIMES NEARLY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT WITH PEDESTRIANS AND OTHER VEHICLES - NEAR MISSES. MY FOLKS HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE TOYOTA DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THE DEALER KEEPS CLAIMING THAT THE VEHICLE IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. SO IT APPEARS THAT TOYOTA HAS ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THEY PURPOSELY DESIGNED A VEHICLE THAT WILL LURCH FORWARD WHEN THE BRAKE IS APPLIED AND THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON. I HAD TO CHECK THIS OUT FOR MYSELF BECAUSE IT SEEMED TOO RIDICULOUS TO BE BELIEVED AND I WAS SURPRISED WHEN IT HAPPEN TO ME. IT TAKES AN ABNORMAL AMOUNT OF PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO KEEP THE VEHICLE STILL WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ACTIVATED AND THE SLIGHTEST RELEASE CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LURCH FORWARD. THIS HAS BEEN A GOING ON SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NEW SO THE DATE BELOW ONLY A FORMALITY TO FILE THIS COMPLIANT. IF THERE IS ANY INTEREST IN THIS COMPLAINT THE VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-24
- Date Complaint: 2010-02-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4TANL42N5WZ
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: DEAR SIR OR MS, I FILED A WRITTEN COMPLAINT AND SENT MY COMPLAINT TO YOU ON OR ABOUT CONCERNING WHAT HAPPENED TO ME WHILE I WAS SITTING AND WAITING IN THE RIGHT LANE, THE FEEDER LANE, OFF OF BELTWAY 8, FOR THE LIGHT TO CHANGE, IN PASADENA, TEXAS ON 12/24/08. I WAS IN MY 1998 SMALL TOYOTA TRUCK AND THERE WAS A 30 TON GARBAGE TRUCK 2 CAR LENGTHS IN FRONT OF ME AND THE GARBAGE TRUCK DRIVER STARTED MOVING BACK AND FORTH TRYING TO GET AN ANGLE TO GET PERPENDICULOR, USING THE SIZE OF THE 30 TON GARBAGE TRUCK AND FORCING OR, IN MY OPINION, BULLYING THE SMALLER CARS IN THE LEFT HAND LANE WITH THE SIZE OF THE 30 TON GARBAGE TRUCK BETWEEN THE CARS IN THE LEFT LANE AND MOVE INTO THE LEFT LANE. I TRIED TO MOVE INTO THE VACANT LOT TO MY RIGHT, GO OVER THE CURB INTO THE VACANT LOT TO MY RIGHT TO GET OUT OF THE 30 TON GARBAGE TRUCK'S WAS BECAUSE NO MATTER HOW I HONKED MY HORN AT THE ERRATIC DRIVER OF THE 30 TON GARBAGE TRUCK, HE KEPT GETTING CLOSER TO ME WHILE HE WAS MOVING BACK AND FORTH TRYING TO CHANGE LANES. DUE TO THE TOYOTA'S FLOOR MAT ROLLING UP UNDER MY BRAKE AND GAS PEDAL I COULD NOT MOVE AND THE TOYOTA'S FLOOR MAT HAD ROLLED UP UNDER MY BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS AND WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO MOVE MY TRUCK AND AVOID THE 30 TON GARBAGE TRUCK THAT BACKED UP ON ME AND CAUSED ME BRAIN AND SEVERE SPINAL INJURIES WHICH WILL REQUIRE 9 ENDOSCOPIC LASER SURGERIES AT THE BONITA SPRINGS INSTITUTE IN TAMPA, FLORIDA. NO NUEROSURGEON IN HOUSTON, TEXAS I WENT TO WOULD ATTEMPT TO PERFORM MY SPINAL SURGERIES. WHAT HAPENED TO A REPLY FROM YOU? I AM WAITING ON MY INSURANCE COMPANY TO OKAY MY SURGERIES, ON A WALKER, BECOMING A PARAPELIC, MEDICATION I HATE WHICH DOESN'T STOP THE SPINAL PAIN. I NEED TO KNOW HOW TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE TOYOTA CAR COMPANY. ANSWER MY QUESTION. I DON'T BELIEVE THE ANSWERS TOYOTA STATED AND MY DEALERSHIP WILL NOT TALK TO ME. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 1993
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-21
- Date Complaint: 2010-01-21
- VIN: 4TARN81A8PZ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: SEVERE RUST PERFORATION OCCURRING IN FRAME OF VEHICLE ( 1993 TOYOTA PICK-UP) TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMED ME NOTHING COULD BE DONE FOR THIS YEAR OF VEHICLE.( COMPLAINT REF. NO. 1001130208 FILED WITH TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE ON 1/21/10 ) ----PROGRAM IS IN PLACE FOR 1995 - 2005 TRUCKS WITH SAME PROBLEM. JUST WANTED TO INFORM THE NHTSA THAT EARLIER MODEL TRUCKS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUES. *TR
Toyota Toyota truck 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-15
- Date Complaint: 2010-01-08
- VIN: 5TEWN72N01Z
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: 2001 TOYOTA TACOMA-ACCELERATED WHEN BRAKING, HIGH RPMS, WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE. *TR
Recalls Toyota Toyota truck
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the Toyota Toyota truck.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Toyota Toyota truck 1993
- Report Received Date: 1992-10-10
- Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: THE WRONG SAFETY BELT LATCH TONGUE PLATE WAS INSTALLED IN SOME SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES.
- Consequence: THE SAFETY BELT WILL NOT LATCH CORRECTLY, CAUSING THERESTRAINT SYSTEM TO FAIL; THE OCCUPANT WILL BE EXPOSED TO INCREASED RISK OFINJURY IN A SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH IF FAILURE OCCURS.
- Remedy: REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES.
- Model: Toyota Toyota truck 1988
- Report Received Date: 1988-02-16
- Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: IMPROPER ROUTING OF THE FUEL HOSE COULD CAUSE SOME FUEL HOSES TO HAVE INADEQUATE CLEARANCE TO THE EGR PIPE.
- Consequence: HEAT FROM THE EGR COULD CAUSE THE HOSE TO CRACK ANDRESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE.
- Remedy: REROUTE FUEL HOSE TO ENSURE PROPER CLEARANCE AND REPLACE HOSE, IF NECESSARY.
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