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Toyota Tacoma 2005–2015

2nd generation · N220-N270 (shares architecture with 4Runner N210/N280 and FJ Cruiser)

NHTSA data through 13 August 20265,119 complaints, 3,800 with mileageMethod

Reports with mileage
3,800
Median of reported failures
59,000 mi
Most-reported system
Suspension (16.8%)
Recalls
21

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On this generation, failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 20,000 and 100,000 miles.

Figure 1 · Toyota Tacoma 2005–2015 · 3,800 reports with mileage

Mileage at failure

Complaints per 5,000-mile bin, 0 to 200,000 miles, equal bins on a linear scale. Tallest bar = 505 complaints.

Mileage at failure, Toyota Tacoma 2005–2015Histogram of 3,800 owner-reported failures by mileage, in 5,000-mile bins from 0 to 200,000. The tallest bin is 0 to 5,000 miles with 505 complaints, 13.3 percent of the total. Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 20,000 and 100,000 miles. A further 84 complaints, 2.2 percent, were reported above 200,000 miles and are shown as a separate detached bar. Median mileage at failure is 59,053.
  • Rest of the range
  • Median
  • 200,000+ — 84 complaints (2.2%), plotted separately
10%
2,500
25%
20,000
Median
59,053
75%
100,000
90%
145,000

Tallest bin: 505 complaints between 0 and 5,000 miles. Based on 3,800 complaints that record mileage. Bin width 5,000 miles.

Show the numbers
Complaints by mileage bin
MileageComplaintsShare
0–5,00050513.3%
5,000–10,0001895.0%
10,000–15,0001293.4%
15,000–20,0001273.3%
20,000–25,0001032.7%
25,000–30,0001052.8%
30,000–35,0001343.5%
35,000–40,0001153.0%
40,000–45,0001042.7%
45,000–50,0001393.7%
50,000–55,0001363.6%
55,000–60,0001243.3%
60,000–65,0001383.6%
65,000–70,0001353.6%
70,000–75,0001163.1%
75,000–80,0001303.4%
80,000–85,000842.2%
85,000–90,0001363.6%
90,000–95,000972.6%
95,000–100,000912.4%
100,000–105,0001092.9%
105,000–110,000691.8%
110,000–115,000691.8%
115,000–120,000441.2%
120,000–125,000601.6%
125,000–130,000451.2%
130,000–135,000832.2%
135,000–140,000491.3%
140,000–145,000511.3%
145,000–150,000461.2%
150,000–155,000511.3%
155,000–160,000230.6%
160,000–165,000431.1%
165,000–170,000240.6%
170,000–175,000290.8%
175,000–180,000190.5%
180,000–185,000160.4%
185,000–190,000150.4%
190,000–195,000150.4%
195,000–200,000190.5%
200,000+842.2%

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain. Complaint counts reflect what owners reported and are not a measure of failure rate per vehicle sold.

What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.

Owners filed 5,119 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005–2015 Toyota Tacoma, and 3,800 of them record the mileage at which the failure happened. That is enough to show not just what fails, but when.

Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 20,000 and 100,000 miles. The median is 59,053 miles.

The most-reported areas are the suspension (16.8% of complaints, typically around 84,000 miles), body structure (16.7% of complaints, typically around 95,000 miles), throttle and speed control (11.3% of complaints, typically around 26,000 miles).

21 recall campaigns cover this generation.

If you arrived asking “is it reliable?” — this page answers the version of that question the data can support: which problems owners reported, and at what mileage.

How many miles does a 2005–2015 Toyota Tacoma last?

Half of the failure reports on the 2005–2015 Toyota Tacoma were filed by 59,000 miles and 90% by 145,000 miles — figures drawn from 3,800 NHTSA complaints that record an odometer reading, so they time reported failures, not the cars whose owners never filed one.

84 reports (2.2%) came in past 200,000 miles — each one proof a Tacoma reached that mileage, not that it died there.

Before you buy a 2005–2015 Tacoma: the 3-minute check

Generated from 3,800 mileage-tagged complaints, 21 recall campaigns, 4 documented problem areas. Print this page — the checklist survives print.

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 21 campaigns cover this generation; an open recall is a free repair you can make the seller's problem.
  2. Ask for hydraulic brake circuit repair records. This area fails at a median of 10,000 miles — on any car this age it already happened or never will; the question is whether it was fixed under warranty.
  3. Check frame / structure on 2005–2010 cars. Frame corrosion again. A November 2016 class settlement required Toyota to inspect and, where necessary, replace rusted frames on 2005-2010 model year Tacomas, with a 12-year inspection program.
  4. Check suspension on 2005–2010 cars. Rear leaf spring leaf fracture; a broken leaf can move rearward and puncture the fuel tank, creating a fire and loss-of-control risk. Toyota recall coverage on 2005-2010 trucks.
  5. Check suspension on 2005–2008 cars. Front lower ball joint separation recall covering the early second generation.
  6. Complaint reports are not spread evenly across model years here — see the by-model-year table below before you settle on a year.
  7. End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car. Aggregate data describes the population; the example in front of you has its own history.

For a buyer, failures on this generation are spread rather than concentrated: the middle half falls between 20,000 and 100,000 miles, with a median of 59,000. There is no single mileage threshold to watch, which means condition and maintenance records are more informative than the odometer.

On inspection, the suspension and body structure are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The suspension in particular shows a median failure mileage of 84,000, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.

None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.

What fails, and when

Figure 2 · Toyota Tacoma 2005–2015

When each system fails

Bar spans the middle half of reports; the notch inside each bar is the median. Miles at failure on a proportional scale — equal distances are equal ratios, not equal miles.

  1. Transmission and driveline406 reports17,0001,500–62,000Transmission and driveline: 406 reports, median 17,000 miles, middle half 1,500 to 62,000 miles.
  2. Throttle and speed control580 reports26,0006,500–61,000Throttle and speed control: 580 reports, median 26,000 miles, middle half 6,500 to 61,000 miles.
  3. Problems owners could not categorise312 reports70,00035,000–116,000Problems owners could not categorise: 312 reports, median 70,000 miles, middle half 35,000 to 116,000 miles.
  4. Airbag system284 reports76,00050,000–109,000Airbag system: 284 reports, median 76,000 miles, middle half 50,000 to 109,000 miles.
  5. Suspension862 reports84,00048,000–118,000Suspension: 862 reports, median 84,000 miles, middle half 48,000 to 118,000 miles.
  6. Steering307 reports85,00055,000–130,000Steering: 307 reports, median 85,000 miles, middle half 55,000 to 130,000 miles.
  7. Body structure856 reports95,00056,000–137,000Body structure: 856 reports, median 95,000 miles, middle half 56,000 to 137,000 miles.
  • Your odometer — appears after you enter it in “Where your car sits”

Ordered by median mileage, earliest first. The first 12,000 miles are shaded: that is the boundary this site uses between a manufacturing defect and ordinary wear, not a property of the world.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.

Complaints by vehicle system
SystemComplaintsShareMedian25–75%
Suspension86216.8%84,00048,000–118,000
Body structure85616.7%95,00056,000–137,000
Throttle and speed control58011.3%26,0006,500–61,000
Transmission and driveline4067.9%17,0001,500–62,000
Problems owners could not categorise3126.1%70,00035,000–116,000
Steering3076.0%85,00055,000–130,000
Airbag system2845.5%76,00050,000–109,000
Engine2164.2%62,00045,000–94,000
Electrical system2094.1%57,00024,000–90,000
Exterior lighting2034.0%47,00034,000–65,000

Where your car sits

Failure reports by the odometer reading they were filed at. Pick the anchor nearest your car — or type the exact mileage: your marker lands on this curve and on the timing chart above.

Figure 3 · Toyota Tacoma 2005–2015 · 3,800 reports with mileage

Share of reports below each mileage

Share of mileage-tagged reports filed at or below each odometer reading. Steps rise only at bin edges, by exact counted shares.

Cumulative share of reports by mileage, Toyota Tacoma 2005–2015Of 3,800 reports that record mileage, the share filed below each odometer reading, rising in steps at each 5,000-mile bin edge. 50 percent below 60,000 miles. 70 percent below 90,000 miles. 82 percent below 120,000 miles. Median 59,053 miles.
  • 60,000 mi — 50% of reports below
  • 90,000 mi — 70% of reports below
  • 120,000 mi — 82% of reports below
  • Median — the staircase crosses the 50% line here
  • Your odometer — appears after you enter it below

The staircase tops out at 98%: the remaining 2.2% of reports (84) came above 200,000 miles.

Nothing is smoothed or interpolated. Linear axis, same as Figure 1.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.

At 60,000 miles

50% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.

In the reporting window

  • Suspension — middle half 48,000–118,000 mi
  • Body structure — middle half 56,000–137,000 mi
  • Throttle and speed control — middle half 6,500–61,000 mi
  • Transmission and driveline — middle half 1,500–62,000 mi
  • Problems owners could not categorise — middle half 35,000–116,000 mi
  • Steering — middle half 55,000–130,000 mi
  • Airbag system — middle half 50,000–109,000 mi

At 90,000 miles

70% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.

Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records

  • Throttle and speed control — median 26,000 mi
  • Transmission and driveline — median 17,000 mi

In the reporting window

  • Suspension — middle half 48,000–118,000 mi
  • Body structure — middle half 56,000–137,000 mi
  • Problems owners could not categorise — middle half 35,000–116,000 mi
  • Steering — middle half 55,000–130,000 mi
  • Airbag system — middle half 50,000–109,000 mi

At 120,000 miles

82% of the failure reports on this generation came below this mileage. That describes reports, not your odds.

Reported earlier than this mileage — ask for repair records

  • Suspension — median 84,000 mi
  • Throttle and speed control — median 26,000 mi
  • Transmission and driveline — median 17,000 mi
  • Problems owners could not categorise — median 70,000 mi
  • Airbag system — median 76,000 mi

In the reporting window

  • Body structure — middle half 56,000–137,000 mi
  • Steering — middle half 55,000–130,000 mi

Which systems, and when

Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 59,053 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.

The suspension accounts for 16.8% of complaints (862 reports, 436 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 84,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 48,000 and 118,000 miles.

Body structure accounts for 16.7% of complaints (856 reports, 613 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails late — a median of 95,000 miles, considerably beyond the vehicle's overall median. That pattern is consistent with normal service life rather than a defect, though it matters for anyone buying an example already near that mileage. The middle half of these reports falls between 56,000 and 137,000 miles.

Throttle and speed control accounts for 11.3% of complaints (580 reports, 498 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails early — a median of 26,000 miles, well before the vehicle's overall median. Failures clustered this far below the rest of the car usually point to a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear, because wear does not selectively target one system on low-mileage examples. The middle half of these reports falls between 6,500 and 61,000 miles.

The transmission and driveline accounts for 7.9% of complaints (406 reports, 346 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails early — a median of 17,000 miles, well before the vehicle's overall median. Failures clustered this far below the rest of the car usually point to a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear, because wear does not selectively target one system on low-mileage examples. The middle half of these reports falls between 1,500 and 62,000 miles.

Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 6.1% of complaints (312 reports, 162 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 70,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 35,000 and 116,000 miles.

The steering accounts for 6.0% of complaints (307 reports, 259 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 85,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 55,000 and 130,000 miles.

Differences between model years

Within this generation, complaint volume is not constant across model years. The 2006 model year drew the most — 977 complaints — while 2014 drew the fewest at 134. The median year sits at 406.

That makes 2006 an outlier: roughly 2.4 times the median year of this generation. A single year standing that far apart usually reflects either a first-year issue that was later corrected, or a component change introduced for that year. Anyone shopping this generation has a straightforward reason to prefer a different year, all else being equal.

Recalls and what they cover

NHTSA records 21 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.

The campaigns cluster around equipment (7), seats (3), the airbag system (2). Repeated recalls against the same area of the car generally mean the first remedy did not fully resolve the underlying problem.

Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.

Reported severity

What owners reported alongside the failure itself, out of 5,119 complaints against this generation:

Crashes
428 (8.4%)
Fires
81
Injury reports
162
Fatality reports
8

These flags are self-reported by complainants and unverified by NHTSA; one report can carry several flags, so the counts overlap and do not sum to a total. They are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. No chart is drawn here on purpose: overlapping counts spanning very different magnitudes cannot be honestly encoded as lengths.

Documented problems

Frame / Structure 2005–2010

Frame corrosion again. A November 2016 class settlement required Toyota to inspect and, where necessary, replace rusted frames on 2005-2010 model year Tacomas, with a 12-year inspection program.

Suspension 2005–2010

Rear leaf spring leaf fracture; a broken leaf can move rearward and puncture the fuel tank, creating a fire and loss-of-control risk. Toyota recall coverage on 2005-2010 trucks.

Suspension 2005–2008

Front lower ball joint separation recall covering the early second generation.

Steering

Steering intermediate shaft and rack clunk/looseness, a very high-frequency complaint across the generation.

By model year

Complaints by model year
YearComplaintsWith mileage
2005871663
2006977739
2007676482
2008558387
2009612455
2010346222
2011230164
2012406362
2013169136
2014134106
201514084

Recalls (21) — is your car included?

Recalls are fixed free of charge at any dealer, for any owner. Check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The text below is NHTSA’s own wording.

  1. Sep 2017 · 2011–2015 · StructureIf the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. 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.

    What can happen. If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. 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.

    NHTSA campaign 17V425000, reported 2017-09-01.

  2. Jul 2016 · 2006–2011 · SeatsIf damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

    What can happen. If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

    NHTSA campaign 16V396000, reported 2016-07-14.

  3. Jan 2016 · 2005–2011 · SuspensionIf the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased risk of a fire.

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, to October 11, 2010. In the affected vehicles, one of the leaf springs may fracture due to stress or corrosion. While being driven, the broken leaf could move out of position and contact surrounding components including the fuel tank, possibly puncturing the tank and causing a fuel leak.

    What can happen. If the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased risk of a fire.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners and dealers will install new rear leaf spring assemblies. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 14V604000, reported 2016-01-29.

  4. Mar 2015 · 2015 · WheelsImproperly inflated tires may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Tacoma pickup trucks manufactured August 7, 2014, to December 22, 2014. The affected vehicles may have had their tires and wheels changed to TRD PRO accessory tires and wheels, causing the inflation information on the tire placard to be incorrect which may result in the tire being improperly inflated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity I

    What can happen. Improperly inflated tires may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will send a revised tire placard with correct tire size and inflation information to owners, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 15V099000, reported 2015-03-13.

  5. Feb 2015 · 2014–2015 · EquipmentAccessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.

    What can happen. Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

    NHTSA campaign 14V828000, reported 2015-02-23.

  6. Jan 2015 · 2006–2011 · SeatsDamage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and…

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 RAV4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

    What can happen. Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

    NHTSA campaign 14V743000, reported 2015-01-29.

  7. Dec 2014 · 2015 · EquipmentAn incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tacoma vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may contain an incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

    What can happen. An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Gulf States has notified owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074.

    NHTSA campaign 14V663000, reported 2014-12-01.

  8. Oct 2014 · 2009–2010 · Air BagsIf the FFC is damaged, connectivity to the driver's air bag module could be lost and the air bag deactivated.

    The defect. Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, 2008-2010 Highlander, and 2009-2010 Tacoma, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and General Motors Pontiac Vibe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the steering column assembly contains electrical connections to the driver's airbag module housed in a spiral cable assembly, which includes a Flexible Flat Cable (FFC). Due to the shape and location of the FFC's retainer, the FFC could become damaged when the steering wheel is turned.

    What can happen. If the FFC is damaged, connectivity to the driver's air bag module could be lost and the air bag deactivated. The failure of the driver's air bag to deploy in the event of a crash that typically necessitates deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify the Toyota vehicle owners, and General Motors will notify the Pontiac Vibe owners. Toyota sent owners an interim notification letter in May 2014 to advise owners of the recall. Toyota will mail owners a second letter when remedy parts are available. General Motors sent Pontiac Vibe owners an Interim letter on June 20, 2014 notifying them that parts are currently unavailable. General Motors sent notices to the Pontiac Vibe owners on September 15, 2014, that a remedy is available. The recall began on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Owners

    NHTSA campaign 14V168000, reported 2014-10-27.

  9. Oct 2014 · 2008–2014 · EquipmentIf the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

    What can happen. If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to dealers for placement over the incorrect information on the placard. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 14V475000, reported 2014-10-02.

  10. Mar 2014 · 2012–2013 · Electronic Stability Control (esc)If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance…

    The defect. Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota RAV4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An electrical component within the actuator may experience an increased resistance resulting in the illumination of various warning lights, including those for the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system, Antilock Brake System (ABS), and Traction Control system.

    What can happen. If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners, and Toyota and Lexus dealers will update the software for the Skid Control electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 14V054000, reported 2014-03-28.

  11. Feb 2014 · 2005–2011 · Seat BeltsIf the seat belt pre-tensioner detaches from the seat belt assembly, the seat belt pre-tensioner will not…

    The defect. Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured September 14, 2004, through March 29, 2010; and model year 2011 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured July 1, 2010, through September 7, 2011. If the access doors are repeatedly and forcefully closed, the screws that attach the seat belt pre-tensioner to the seat belt retractor can loosen over time. If the screws loosen completely, the seat belt pre-tensioner and the retractor spring cover could detach from the seat belt retractor.

    What can happen. If the seat belt pre-tensioner detaches from the seat belt assembly, the seat belt pre-tensioner will not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in a severe crash.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assemblies. Based on the inspection, the seat belt assembly will be replaced or new pre-tensioner screws will be installed with thread-locking sealant and a retractor spring cover with stopper ribs to prevent loosening of the screws. These services will be provided at no cost to the owner. The recall began during February 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 13V337000, reported 2014-02-24.

  12. Jan 2014 · 2012–2013 · TiresIf the spare tire/wheel is installed on the vehicle using the lug nuts from another wheel, damage to the…

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Tacoma vehicles equipped with 18" Maverick Alloy Wheels. In the affected vehicles, the spare tire requires the use of a different style of lug nut to attach it to the vehicle than the other wheels use. These lug nuts were not provided with the vehicle.

    What can happen. If the spare tire/wheel is installed on the vehicle using the lug nuts from another wheel, damage to the wheel could result and may eventually lead to a loose wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. SET will notify owners, and dealers will: (a) Install a Warning Label on the spare tire/wheel, (b) supply a bag containing proper spare wheel lug nuts, and (c) place an Owner's Manual Addendum in the vehicle's glove box. The recall began on January 23, 2014. Owners may contact SET at 1-954-429-2000.

    NHTSA campaign 13V494000, reported 2014-01-23.

  13. Nov 2013 · 2013–2014 · EngineIf the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the…

    The defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Tacoma vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, through October 11, 2013. The engines of the affected vehicles contain valve springs that may break over time.

    What can happen. If the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began on November 27, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 13V557000, reported 2013-11-27.

  14. May 2013 · 2010–2013 · EquipmentAn inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 RAV4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FR-S, 2011 Scion XD, 2011 Scion XB, and 2012 Scion TC vehicles. These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight ad

    What can happen. An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.

    The free fix. Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

    NHTSA campaign 13V123000, reported 2013-05-28.

  15. Mar 2013 · 2009–2012 · SeatsIf the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may…

    The defect. Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius V; and model year 2010-2012 Sequoia. During modification by SET to include accessories such as leather seat covers, seat heaters or headrest DVD systems, these vehicles may not have had the passenger se

    What can happen. If the front passenger seat occupant sensing system is out of calibration, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.

    The free fix. Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

    NHTSA campaign 13V014000, reported 2013-03-21.

  16. Aug 2012 · 2005–2009 · Air BagsIn the event of a crash, the driverâ’s side air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury.

    The defect. Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Tacoma vehicles, manufactured from september 14, 2004, through august 29, 2008. Over time, steering wheel vibration may damage the spiral cable assembly (clockspring) that powers the driverâ’s air bag module. If damage occurs, the air bag warning lamp will illuminate and the air bag may become deactivated.

    What can happen. In the event of a crash, the driverâ’s side air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury.

    The free fix. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly, free of charge. An interim letter is expected to be mailed to owners during april 2012. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 12V092000, reported 2012-08-03.

  17. Jun 2012 · 2012 · EquipmentAn incorrect placard could lead to improper spare tire use or replacement which could result in a tire…

    The defect. Gulf states Toyota (gst) is recalling certain model year 2012 Tacoma trucks. The tire and loading information placard on each vehicle contains inaccurate spare tire size and cold inflation pressure information. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110,”tire selection and rims.”

    What can happen. An incorrect placard could lead to improper spare tire use or replacement which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Gst will notify owners, and send each owner a corrected placard, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 5, 2012. Owners may contact gulf states Toyota, inc. At 1-713-744-3465.

    NHTSA campaign 12V158000, reported 2012-06-05.

  18. Mar 2011 · 2008–2011 · TiresFailure to warn of tire deflations is a non-compliance with fmvss 138 and could lead to tire failure…

    The defect. Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 fj cruiser, land cruiser, Tacoma, sequoia and tundra vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138, "Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)." When factory-installed wheels and tires were replaced with Toyota authorized accessory wheels and lt tires prior to first sale, the tire pressure monitoring systems were not re-calibrated correctly and therefore do not start illuminating the low tire pressure warning telltale at the required minimum activation pressure.

    What can happen. Failure to warn of tire deflations is a non-compliance with fmvss 138 and could lead to tire failure increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. For the land cruiser, sequoia, Tacoma and tundra vehicles, the dealer will re-calibrate the tire pressure monitoring system on affected vehicles and install an updated tire and loading information label at no charge. For the fj cruiser vehicles, the TPMS cannot be reset so the electronic control unit (ECU) for the TPMS will be replaced. Toyota is currently developing the remedy ECU. If an owner is not certain whether his or her vehicle is equipped with these accessories, please contact any Toyota dealer for an inspection at no charge. The safety recall began on march 31, 2011. Owners may

    NHTSA campaign 11V148000, reported 2011-03-31.

  19. May 2010 · 2005–2010 · EquipmentA driver may overload a vehicle which may increase the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These vehicles were sold without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.

    What can happen. A driver may overload a vehicle which may increase the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

    NHTSA campaign 10V036000, reported 2010-05-27.

  20. May 2010 · 2005–2010 · EquipmentThis does not meet the standard requirements.

    The defect. Gulf states Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These vehicles were sold between september 1, 2005 and june 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.

    What can happen. This does not meet the standard requirements.

    The free fix. Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact gulf states Toyota at 713-580-3300.

    NHTSA campaign 10V035000, reported 2010-05-27.

  21. Mar 2010 · 2010 · Power TrainThis may result in a loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash.

    The defect. Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks. The propeller shaft may develop cracks during the manufacturing process. Over time, the cracks may eventually lead to the separation of the propeller shaft.

    What can happen. This may result in a loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash.

    The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the front propeller shaft on affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

    NHTSA campaign 10V042000, reported 2010-03-22.

What owners reported

I have 2005 Toyota Tacoma double cab 4x4, vehicle has a vibration in the front end as if the front tires are out of balance, the tires have been balanced two times in the last few months which doesn't seem to be the issue. The problems seems to occur at speeds of 55 to 65 MPH. It comes and goes and get to point…

2005 · 5 miles · Suspension

I just read a similar complaint and i wanted to file my story. My 2005 Tacoma's speedometer has been reading approximately 7 miles per hour faster than actual. I couldn't figure out why so many cars were passing me on the highway when i was doing around 65! I checked it by following my wife in her car and also…

2005 · 10 miles · Electrical system

Braking is too slow. When stopping under dry conditions this vehicle takes too long to stop. Dealer was notified. Dealer stated that was 'normal' for anti-lock braking systems. Dealer would not take any action. To improve braking ABS brakes were disabled by removing fuse. Even with this braking to a stop takes longer…

2005 · 10 miles · Hydraulic brake circuit

Purchased new 2005 Toyota Tacoma pickup, 4 cylinder, automatic, 4x2. On first drive of new truck a shake or shimmy was noticed at any speed above 20 MPH, but most notable in the 45 to 70 MPH range. Returned truck to dealer. Was told that this is a defect known to Toyota, but that Toyota has been unable to determine…

2005 · 40 miles · Steering

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