NHTSA lists 206 complaints for the 2018 Toyota Tacoma, 7 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 2 complaints mention an injury, with 2 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as TOYOTA TACOMA.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| loss of control | 57 | 27.7% | 0.85 |
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| mechanical failure | 40 | 19.4% | 0.72 |
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| electrical electronic | 28 | 13.6% | 0.81 |
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| unclear | 25 | 12.1% | 0.92 |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 17 | 8.3% | 0.83 |
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| noise or comfort | 16 | 7.8% | 0.77 |
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| structural or corrosion | 14 | 6.8% | 0.84 |
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| restraint or airbag | 5 | 2.4% | 0.84 |
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| fire or overheating | 2 | 1.0% | 0.81 |
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| visibility or lighting | 2 | 1.0% | 0.93 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 123 | 59.7% | 0.82 |
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| low | 69 | 33.5% | 0.77 |
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| high | 9 | 4.4% | 0.92 |
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| none | 5 | 2.4% | 0.72 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 206 tagged complaints of 206 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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3 recalls.
Date: 2020-11-04. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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 LC5 (excerpt)
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
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 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2020-01-13. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include c (excerpt)
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. 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 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2018-12-13. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma vehicles. Improper machining of the brake master cylinder may result in internal damage of one of the seals, affecting brake performance.
Consequence: Reduced brake performance can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J16/J06.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
294 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 113 |
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| STRUCTURE | 59 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 42 |
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| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 27 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 25 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 17 |
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| SUSPENSION | 13 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 12 |
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11028712
Date: 2026-01-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Some 2005 a 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedur
11026308
Date: 2025-11-11. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Toyota has received some reports of paint peeling along the exterior door window frames, front inner fenders as can been seen with the hood open, and on the A-pillars on certain Tacoma vehicles with 040 Super White paint color. Although the vehicle paint is covered by Toyotaa s New Vehicle Limited
11022964
Date: 2025-08-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Some customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using Bluetooth Hands Free. This is caused by the phone Hands Free volume being too low.
11022943
Date: 2025-07-31. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Toyota has received some reports of paint peeling along the exterior door window frames, front inner fenders as can been seen with the hood open, and on the A-pillars on certain Tacoma vehicles with 040 Super White paint color. Although the vehicle paint is covered by Toyotaa s New Vehicle Limited
11022944
Date: 2025-07-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 23TE08 COVERAGE FOR PAINT PEELING ON EXTERIOR DOOR FRAMES, FRONT INNER FENDERS AND A-PILLARS CERTAIN 2016-2022 MODEL YEAR TACOMA
11022945
Date: 2025-07-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Customer Support Program 23TE08 Paint Repair Process Job Aid
11014186
Date: 2025-01-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Some 2016 a 2022 model year Tacoma vehicles with Super White (040) paint may exhibit paint peeling along the exterior window door frames, inner fender edges under the hood, and/or A-pillars. The affected panel(s) require repainting to address this condition. The paint repair may need to be sublet
11014176
Date: 2025-01-06. Type: Other. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
21TD03 Final Reminder
11012743
Date: 2024-12-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and initial rust before the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
11012744
Date: 2024-12-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicle surface, especially the horizonal areas of the hood, roof,