Verdict
2024 Toyota Tacoma: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 Toyota Tacoma — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for truck.
Owners filed 138 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 59% of 2024 trucks. Power Train leads the reports (37%). 4 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 trucks, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
138
Reports to NHTSA, 2024
Safety recalls
4
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
21.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 59% of 2024 trucks
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 trucks by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (37% of 138 reports), followed by service brakes (21%).
+ 10 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 138 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11746852, ODI 11708744, ODI 11708562, ODI 11690983, ODI 11681376.
Recalls(4)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Electrical SystemNov 2025 · 25V595000Details +Close −
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 vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
Risk: 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 letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
Service BrakesJun 2025 · 25V058000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: 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.
Equipment · 24V548000Details +Close −
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.
Equipment · 26V179000Details +Close −
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 Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: 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 letters were mailed May 26, 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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2024 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 2WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
- Not rated
2024 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 4WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
- Not rated
2024 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 2WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
2024 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
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- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma Hybrid 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 23 | 24 | 24 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 | 26 | 23 |
| Tacoma Hybrid 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 24 | 23 |
| Tacoma 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 26 | 23 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 24 | 22 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 | 24 | 21 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 23 | 21 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 | 23 | 21 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 | 24 | 21 |
| Tacoma 4WD MT | 2.4L 4-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 18 | 23 | 20 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2024 Toyota Tacoma: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma?
Owners filed 138 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 Toyota Tacoma — more complaints than 59% of comparable 2024 trucks, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2024 Toyota Tacoma?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (37% of complaints) and service brakes (21%).
How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota Tacoma have?
4 recalls have been issued that affect the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, covering components such as electrical system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Toyota Tacoma get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Toyota Tacoma between 20 and 24 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.