This page covers 4 recalls, 54 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2025 Toyota Tacoma.
21–23 mpg combined
10.2–11.2 L/100km
Standard 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 3 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Powertrain complaints dominate the 2025 Tacoma's filing record, making up the largest share of the 54 reports on file. Owners most commonly describe drivetrain-related concerns, with many reports appearing connected to an announced powertrain remedy that was still in the preparation stage as of mid-2025, leaving owners without a fix and dealers unable to diagnose the issue. Structural complaints come in alongside suspension reports as the next most-noted areas, though at lower volume. On the structural side, a recurring theme involves interior door hardware failing under normal use, with the driver-side interior door handle mechanism breaking inside the door panel and leaving occupants unable to open the door from inside. A single report describes a driver-side window switch panel catching fire with no prior warning, though that incident has not been confirmed or reproduced by a dealer.
54
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma has 4 recalls, the most serious involving a front driveshaft CV joint that can break, impairing steering and, on full-time 4WD models, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll away when parked without the parking brake applied.
A separate braking concern affects 4-wheel drive models: mud and dirt can accumulate inside the rear wheels and damage the rear brake hoses, causing brake fluid to leak out and reducing the vehicle's ability to stop. On the electrical side, a software issue can cause the instrument panel display to go blank or fail to show critical driving information, leaving the driver without speedometer readings, warning lights, or other data needed to operate the vehicle safely. There is also a compliance recall involving an incorrect maximum cargo or passenger weight value printed on the vehicle's load capacity label, which could lead an owner to overload the vehicle without realizing it.
At a glance
What can fail
The label showing how much extra weight your vehicle can safely carry displays incorrect values, making it hard to know the actual weight limit.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity label at no cost to you.
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Driver Assistance
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 front driveshaft constant-velocity joint may deform and break, potentially affecting power delivery to the front wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace both front driveshaft assemblies as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the instrument panel at startup may prevent the display of vehicle speed, brake system status, and tire pressure warnings.
What the fix does
For non-PHEV vehicles, dealers will update the instrument panel software wirelessly at no cost. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect and either replace the panel or update its software at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Mud and dirt can accumulate inside the rear wheels and damage the rear brake hoses, causing brake fluid to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both rear brake hoses at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
