All cars · Toyota Tacoma · 2022
2022 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 3,500 and 41,000 miles. Median 24,000, from 7 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 |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 17% |
| Airbags | 17% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Brakes | 13% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 13% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 9 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
24V152000 Feb 2024 Power Train / Axle Assembly
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Risk. Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.
22V520000 Jul 2022 Child Seat / Vehicle Latch Anchor
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."
Risk. An insufficient weld may prevent the child seat from being anchored properly, allowing the seat to move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 02, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TB09/ 22TA09.
22V310000 May 2022 Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect. Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk. An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. GST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.
Manufacturer communications 123
Toyota filed 123 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Coolant leak, coolant dripping onto the ground
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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