The Lemon IndexAll cars · Toyota Tacoma · 2015
2015 Toyota Tacoma. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 8
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | 21 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | 19 / 24 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD | 18 / 20 / 19 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD | 18 / 21 / 19 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | 17 / 21 / 19 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | 16 / 21 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD | 16 / 21 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD | 15 / 19 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,800 and 55,300 miles. Median 10,000, from 63 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body structure | 6,500 | 1,000–15,000 | 7 |
| Engine | 12,400 | 4,600–57,800 | 8 |
| Brakes | 9,000 | 800–35,500 | 9 |
| Airbags | 38,000 | 5,000–130,000 | 7 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 16,000 | 600–63,000 | 7 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Body structure | 14% |
| Brakes | 14% |
| Airbags | 12% |
| Electrical | 10% |
| Engine | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | 15 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 4
17V425000 Jul 2017 Structure / Body / Hood / Hinge And Attachments
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.
Risk. If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. 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.
15V099000 Feb 2015 Tires
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
Risk. Improperly inflated tires may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy. 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.
14V828000 Dec 2014 Equipment
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.
Risk. Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
Remedy. 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.
14V663000 Oct 2014 Equipment / Other / Labels
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."
Risk. An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. 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 investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Electrical overstress | 2019 | 2024 |
Manufacturer communications 309
Toyota filed 309 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- REVISION NOTICE January 22, 2018 Rev1: ?
- Front Brake Vibration Key Points: * Issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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