The Verdict
Worst problem area
Body, Seats & Latches
Body, Seats & Latches leads by volume: 47 of 116 complaints (41%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 155 in 2024 to 116 in 2025.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 116
- Recall campaigns
- 5
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,700–$3,100
- Combined MPG
- 20–23
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2025 gas-powered vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–3,450 | 2,600–3,100 | 2,700–3,100 | 2,700–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 18–21 | 20–24 | 20–23 | 20–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17–20 / 20–24 | 18–23 / 23–26 | 18–23 / 23–26 | 18–22 / 23–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 423–483 | 379–452 | 380–452 | 380–452 | |
| Complaints filed | 54 | 155 | 116 | 14 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 5 | 5 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 6 | 4 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 33 | 6 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 6 | 10 | 10 | 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 2025 Toyota Tacoma have?
5 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 2025 Toyota Tacoma?
Body, Seats & Latches: 47 of 116 NHTSA complaints (41%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Toyota Tacoma get?
EPA rates it 20–23 MPG combined across 10 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Toyota Tacoma?
EPA estimates $2,700–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (10)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 20 mpg | 24 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 | 404 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 21 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 393 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 20 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 394 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 18 mpg (low) | 23 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 452 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 23 mpg (low) | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 433 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 20 mpg | 23 mpg (low) | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 420 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 424 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 424 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 22 mpg | 24 mpg | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 386 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 23 mpg (high) | 24 mpg | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 380 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 20 | 0 | 1 | 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 (5)
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER; SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Tacoma Hybrid and 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles. The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir.
- Consequence
- An oil reservoir that detaches can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front and rear shock absorber assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 30, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB14 and 26TA14.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Consequence
- A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025 Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles. The front driveshaft constant-velocity (CV) joint may deform and break.
- Consequence
- A broken driveshaft can impair steering. Vehicles with full-time 4WD may experience a vehicle rollaway while parked without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace both front driveshaft assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB11 and 25TA11.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
- Consequence
- An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Defect
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive vehicles. The rear brake hoses can be damaged if mud and dirt builds up inside the rear wheels. This can result in a brake fluid leak.
- Consequence
- A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 1, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB04 and 25TA04.