The Lemon IndexAll cars · Toyota Tacoma · 2021
2021 Toyota Tacoma. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | RWD | 20 / 23 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 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 / 22 / 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 400 and 47,800 miles. Median 9,700, from 18 complaints with a mileage.
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 |
|---|---|
| Brakes | 17% |
| Engine | 17% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 17% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 13% |
| Airbags | 11% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | 9 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 6 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 165
Toyota filed 165 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This Tech Tip applies to Tacoma vehicles equipped with a BD20 rear differential ?
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 | Standard | Standard |
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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