This page covers 6 recalls, 232 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma.
18–20 mpg combined
11.8–13.1 L/100km
Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2017 Tacoma's complaint picture is led by powertrain and engine issues, which together account for the largest share of owner reports. On the powertrain side, owners frequently describe transmission shuddering, rough or hesitant engagement, and vibration felt through the drivetrain at highway speeds, a pattern that shows up consistently across many reports. Engine complaints tend to involve stalling, loss of power, and fuel system concerns, with some owners describing unexpected stalls at speed and diagnostic codes pointing to fuel pump failure. Service brake complaints make up the third-largest group, with owners reporting unintended braking events and warning lights for ABS and traction control illuminating together. Paint and clearcoat failure also surfaces across multiple reports, with owners describing peeling or delaminating paint on body panels at relatively low mileage, often on trucks kept in covered storage.
232
Total Complaints
12
Crash-Related
6
Fire-Related
7
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Toyota Tacoma has 6 recalls, the most serious involving a brake booster vacuum pump that can lose its ability to assist braking, making it significantly harder to slow or stop the vehicle.
Recalls 4 and 5 describe the same brake booster vacuum pump defect, so that counts as one underlying issue. The fuel pump is also a concern: a faulty pump can cause the engine to stall without warning while driving, leaving the vehicle without power in traffic. On the drivetrain side, oil can leak from the rear differential where the carrier meets the axle housing; if enough oil escapes unnoticed, the differential can seize and cause the driver to lose control. Vehicles equipped with the six-cylinder engine have an additional concern: the crank position sensor can malfunction and cut engine power, again risking a stall while the truck is in motion. Rounding out the list, some Tacomas may carry an incorrect load capacity label on the door jamb, which can lead an owner to load the truck beyond its actual limits without realizing it.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved version at no cost to you.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 4 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The oil passage in the brake booster vacuum pump rotor may have been improperly machined during manufacturing, which could cause sudden loss of brake assist.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
An oil passage in the vacuum pump rotor may not have been machined correctly, preventing oil from reaching all parts of the pump. This can cause brake assist to stop working suddenly, making it harder to stop your vehicle.
What the fix does
The vacuum pump will be replaced with a new one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The load carrying capacity labels on these vehicles are incorrect, causing them to not meet federal tire and rim safety standards.
What the fix does
Toyota will provide owners with corrected labels at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The crank position sensor may malfunction, causing the engine to stall while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the crank position sensor with an improved design at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Oil may leak from the fastening nuts and gasket where the rear differential carrier connects to the rear axle housing.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect for leakage, then tighten or replace fastening nuts and gasket as needed, or replace the entire rear differential carrier if damaged.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
