The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 10 of 59 complaints (17%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (10) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 81 in 2021 to 59 in 2022.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 59
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,950–$3,450
- Combined MPG
- 18–21
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 gas-powered vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–3,450 | 2,950–3,450 | 2,950–3,450 | 2,950–3,450 | 2,600–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–21 | 18–21 | 18–21 | 18–21 | 20–24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | 17–20 / 20–24 | 18–23 / 23–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423–483 | 423–483 | 423–483 | 423–483 | 379–452 | |
| Complaints filed | 90 | 81 | 59 | 54 | 155 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 6 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 7 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 33 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 10 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Toyota Tacoma have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Toyota Tacoma?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 10 of 59 NHTSA complaints (17%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Toyota Tacoma get?
EPA rates it 18–21 MPG combined across 6 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Toyota Tacoma?
EPA estimates $2,950–$3,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 19 mpg | 24 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $2,950 (low) | 431 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 20 mpg (high) | 23 mpg | 21 mpg (high) | $2,950 (low) | 423 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 18 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 448 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg (low) | 21 mpg | 18 mpg (low) | $3,450 (high) | 481 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $3,450 (high) | 483 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.7L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 441 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 8 | 8 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
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.
- 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.
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."
- 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.
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."
- Consequence
- 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.