NHTSA lists 54 complaints for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma, 5 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 5 complaints mention an injury, with 5 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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| mechanical failure | 11 | 20.4% | 0.82 |
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| electrical electronic | 9 | 16.7% | 0.86 |
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| loss of control | 8 | 14.8% | 0.84 |
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| restraint or airbag | 7 | 13.0% | 0.91 |
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| fire or overheating | 4 | 7.4% | 0.63 |
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| visibility or lighting | 4 | 7.4% | 0.96 |
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| noise or comfort | 3 | 5.6% | 0.57 |
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| structural or corrosion | 3 | 5.6% | 0.62 |
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| unclear | 3 | 5.6% | 0.93 |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 2 | 3.7% | 0.82 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 30 | 55.6% | 0.73 |
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| low | 16 | 29.6% | 0.63 |
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| high | 8 | 14.8% | 0.93 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 54 tagged complaints of 54 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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4 recalls.
Date: 2025-01-29. Systems: AIR BAGS, STEERING.
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 (excerpt)
Consequence: A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-02-27. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2023-07-12. Systems: AIR BAGS, STEERING.
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 sep (excerpt)
Consequence: A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-07-21. Systems: CHILD SEAT.
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."
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
74 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| STRUCTURE | 25 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 15 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
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| AIR BAGS | 4 |
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| COMMUNICATION | 4 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
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| WHEELS | 4 |
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11028726
Date: 2026-01-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
OBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
11028722
Date: 2026-01-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Some 2018 a 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software.
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
11018329
Date: 2025-04-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.
11019332
Date: 2025-04-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.
11015500
Date: 2025-02-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Some 2018 a 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deliver the update, however, the pro
11016786
Date: 2025-02-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Some 2018 a 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deliver the update, however, the pro
11012742
Date: 2024-12-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood, roof, and decklid, significant damage to the painted surfa
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,