The Lemon IndexAll cars · Toyota Tacoma · 2017
2017 Toyota Tacoma. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | RWD | 19 / 23 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD | 19 / 21 / 20 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD | 19 / 22 / 20 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | RWD | 19 / 24 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD | 18 / 23 / 20 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD | 17 / 21 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
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 3,500 and 39,800 miles. Median 15,500, from 148 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 5,000 | 1,200–15,300 | 54 |
| Engine | 9,400 | 2,500–67,900 | 24 |
| Brakes | 13,400 | 1,800–37,200 | 11 |
| Body structure | 20,000 | 2,200–44,400 | 9 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 19,500 | 13,200–55,200 | 14 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 39% |
| Engine | 14% |
| Electrical | 10% |
| Brakes | 10% |
| Body structure | 7% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 243 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 11 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 5
20V682000 Nov 2020 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota cust
18V211000 Apr 2018 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Power Assist / Vacuum
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.
Risk. A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.
17V831000 Dec 2017 Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.
17V356000 Jun 2017 Engine
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine. The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that may malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Risk. An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crank position sensor with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0H.
17V285000 Apr 2017 Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.
Risk. If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential may seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly will be replaced. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall June 19, 2017. Owners ma
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Electrical overstress | 2019 | 2024 |
Manufacturer communications 379
Toyota filed 379 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life
- REVISION NOTICE September 1, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2017 model…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 2WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
YouTube repair topics
96 videos about the 2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma, 21.1M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Driveshaft, axles & 4x4 | 6 | 869K |
| Transmission & shifter | 5 | 726K |
| Brakes & ABS | 1 | 572K |
| Cooling system | 1 | 156K |
| Steering & suspension | 2 | 134K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 1 | 112K |
| Timing chain & engine | 1 | 61K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 1 | 59K |
Nearby model years
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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