All cars · Toyota Tacoma · 2023
2023 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 4,000 and 31,200 miles. Median 19,100, from 10 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 |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 22% |
| Steering | 17% |
| Airbags | 15% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 4
25V040000 Jan 2025 Steering / Column
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occu
Risk. A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.
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.
23V480000 Jul 2023 Steering / Column
Defect. Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk. A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
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.
Manufacturer communications 74
Toyota filed 74 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and…
- Some customers have complained that the wireless functions of their Key Fob stop working
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 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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