2010 Toyota Tacoma Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 10%of 294 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,606miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2010 Toyota Tacoma, 10% of the 294 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,606 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I felt vibrations while I was on the interstate. I exited and came to a stop at the off ramp intersection. When clear I began accelerating onto the hwy when I felt 3 loud knocks and heard loud noises thereafter loosing power. I pulled over and saw the front yoke of the driveshaft broke.”
NHTSA complaint #10558125, filed 2014-01, 67,735 miles“2010 Toyota Tacoma double cab pre-runner, I have experience a sudden jerk (like other car has hit me on the rear) while I was stopped and the brake was pressed while waiting at the traffic light. It happened to me three time for five days after I brought my truck to the dealership to repair this problem, which they said that there is no problem and it is just because the Tacoma has a sequential type of transmission..”
NHTSA complaint #10316401, filed 2010-03, 1,800 miles“My 2010 Toyota Tacoma engine try to accelerate by it self while stop at a red light. My wife held her foot on the brake to keep it from running into the intersection the tire were spinning while it was sitting still.also my transmission seems to slip when I give it gas between 8 to 12 MPH. I told the Toyota dealer about it he said that he hasn't received any reports from Toyota on these two problems he didn't seem to interested in my problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10301947, filed 2010-01, 4,000 miles“Dear sir or madam: I purchased a 2010 Toyota Tacoma double cab 4x4 at the end of 2010. And within months of my purchase I noticed excessive corrosion under the vehicle taking place. I reported the problem to the dealership and my concerns were either dismissed or simply ignored. Approximately 1 year later, during the corrosion recall of the previous Tacoma's, I reported my observations to the Toyota safety recall department. This time I was told I could pay for a corrosion treatment, but no recalls were yet taking place for the 2010 models. …”
NHTSA complaint #10662687, filed 2014-12, 10,000 miles“Bought my 2010 Tacoma used. Did not observe any issues during long test drive. Very next day began to notice auto transmission not finding correct gear after slowing then making a turn; does not happen when truck is brought completely to rest with pause before the turns. I also notice transmission shudder at times when slowing in straightline; feels same as clutch slip / stall with manual trans if gear too high for speed. And my transmission downshifts too deep when I brake medium hard going downhill. I have begun to manually shift during turns without stops. …”
NHTSA complaint #10444722, filed 2012-01, 26,500 milesRelated recalls
- 10V042000Feb 18, 2010Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 toyota tacoma pickup trucks. The propeller shaft may develop cracks during the manufacturing process. Over time…Covers: Toyota Tacoma 2010
Related service bulletins
- 10244108Aug 16, 2023TSB: Some 2005 ? 2023 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released.
- 10164907Aug 19, 2019TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0186-12. * Applicability has been updated to include 2018 and 2019 model…
- 10164330Jul 1, 2019TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections…
- 10150021Sep 14, 2018Customer Support Program: Toyota has received reports in which customers have indicated that there is a drivetrain vibration and/or drivetrain noise. If the vehicle continues to…
- 10146002Jun 27, 2018TSB: REVISION NOTICE June 27, 2018 Rev2: ? The Production Change Information and the Parts Information sections have been updated. March 14, 2018 Rev1: ? The Production Change…
- 10142895Jun 20, 2018Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received reports in which customers have indicated that there is a drivetrain vibration and/or drivetrain noise. If the vehicle continues to…
- 10142876Jun 8, 2018TSB: REVISION NOTICE June 8, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to exclude 2016 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Repair Procedure section has been updated. May…
- 10152113Mar 14, 2018TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 14, 2018 Rev1: ? The Production Change Information and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin…
- 10129996Feb 21, 2018TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 21, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. ? The Parts Information and Repair Procedure…
- 10129209Jan 23, 2018Dealer Daily Message: Customer Support Program ZH2 Certain 2005 ? 2011 Model Year Tacoma Coverage for Propeller Shaft Universal Joints ? If the ZH2 condition is present for an…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 31% |
| 2025 | 22 | 19% |
| 2024 | 55 | 35% |
| 2023 | 7 | 13% |
| 2022 | 10 | 17% |
| 2021 | 14 | 17% |
| 2020 | 15 | 17% |
| 2019 | 40 | 18% |
| 2018 | 29 | 14% |
| 2017 | 68 | 28% |
| 2016 | 136 | 42% |
| 2015 | 9 | 9% |
| 2014 | 13 | 14% |
| 2013 | 22 | 18% |
| 2012 | 35 | 12% |
| 2011 | 8 | 4% |
| 2010 | 29 | 10% |
| 2009 | 75 | 14% |
| 2008 | 23 | 5% |
| 2007 | 68 | 13% |
| 2006 | 56 | 7% |
| 2005 | 57 | 8% |
| 2004 | 22 | 5% |
| 2003 | 18 | 5% |
| 2002 | 21 | 6% |
| 2001 | 15 | 4% |
| 2000 | 11 | 5% |
| 1999 | 16 | 6% |
| 1998 | 10 | 3% |
| 1997 | 9 | 7% |
| 1996 | 14 | 6% |
| 1995 | 12 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2010 Toyota Tacoma
95 complaintsVehicle speed control
34 complaintsBody and structure
30 complaintsOther or unknown
28 complaintsExterior lighting
25 complaintsBrakes
21 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsEngine
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Toyota Tacoma
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology