2026 Toyota Tacoma Problems
Compared with other Toyota Tacoma years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2026 can be compared from 2029.
- Most reported part: Transmission and drivetrain (4 complaints).
Nearby years with a typical complaint level and no open NHTSA investigation: 2023
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 13filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 6,800miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 3 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 2.4L 4-cyl RWD · 20 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 4 complaints (31% of the total), followed by engine (3) and electrical system (2). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 6,800 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 26 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine3 23%
- Electrical system2 15%
- Fuel system2 15%
- Body and structure2 15%
- Brakes1 7.7%
Also reported: Lane departure (1), Other or unknown (1), Seats (1).
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “While attempting to cross 3 lanes of oncoming traffic from a standstill the vehicle lost all power and barely moved 2 feet, irrespective my efforts of stabbing at the throttle, and almost got us killed. Fortunately I slammed on the brakes and barely missed being hit head on. No warning lamps or codes popped up. This is now the 3rd such incident in the 2 months we have owned this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11737961, filed 2026-05Electrical system: “Tacoma interior door handle will not open driver’s door. I was sitting in truck reading, engine off. I actuated the start button a couple of times to enable window lowering and lowered the windows. I actuated the start button again a couple of times so as to not drain battery. Suddenly the car alarm went off. I involuntarily startled and pulled door handle. I turned the alarm off and closed the door. The interior driver’s door handle would not allow me to open the door. I tried all available electric and manual unlock options. Nothing worked. I was, essentially, trapped in the truck. …”
NHTSA complaint #11770285, filed 2026-10Fuel system: “Driving home from work on the I-95 South, I experienced sudden rpm revving and acceleration issues. I immediately notified the dealership and told them I was going to drop the vehicle off. Within 1-2 miles of that conversation the vehicle entirely stopped accelerating at approx 6 pm during heavy rush out traffic going 70 plus mph. I barely made it off to the side of the road and turned the vehicle off. I then restarted the vehicle and had 0 forward propulsion. Reverse still worked. I then had the vehicle towed via Toyota road side assistance”
NHTSA complaint #11772845, filed 2026-10Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,600 and 12,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma · crew cab AWD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 18.5% risk |
| Tacoma · crew cab RWD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Tacoma Hybrid · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 18.5% risk |
| Tacoma · extended cab AWD | not rated | — | — | — | 4 · 18.5% risk |
| Tacoma · extended cab RWD | not rated | — | — | — | 4 · 19.8% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2026 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2026 Toyota Tacoma version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma 4WD MT | 2.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Tacoma Hybrid 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl · hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 24 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Tacoma Hybrid 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl · hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 24 | 23 | $2,900 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 26 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11034826Jun 25, 2026Other or unknown. 2026 model year Toyota vehicles are equipped with driver side floor mat retainers to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may also utilize retainers for passenger…
- 11034819Jun 18, 2026Other or unknown. During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle…
- 11034813Jun 10, 2026Other or unknown. A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load…
- 11034812Jun 10, 2026Other or unknown. Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extendedvehicle…
- 11032474Apr 14, 2026Other or unknown. Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: • Careful inspection…
- 11032469Apr 10, 2026Body and structure. The condition is for vehicles equipped with an accessory Power Port or Tire Inflator. During the installation process of the Power Port or Tire Inflator, the pre-wire connector is removed from the…
- 11029895Feb 26, 2026Electrical system. Some 2024 – 2026 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a “chirp” noise from the HVAC magnetic clutch upon engagement.
- 11029890Feb 12, 2026Other or unknown. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 12, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0005-26.
- 11029879Feb 6, 2026Other or unknown. A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and service life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load…
- 11029878Feb 6, 2026Other or unknown. OBSOLETE NOTICE February 6, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0009-25.
Other model years of the Toyota Tacoma
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 | 6,800 | 0 | 4 | 23 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 116 | 6,000 | 5 | 4 | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 155 | 15,826 | 6 | — | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 54 | 19,140 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 37 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 59 | 24,000 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 31 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2021 | 81 | 9,700 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 14 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2020 | 90 | 5,000 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 29 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2019 | 219 | 5,500 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 80 · More | Falling |
| 2018 | 209 | 13,478 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 63 · Typical | Falling |
| 2017 | 244 | 16,000 | 5 | 4 | 21 | 80 · More | Stable |
| 2016 | 324 | 15,000 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 91 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 102 | 10,000 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 44 · Typical | Stable |
| 2014 | 93 | 28,000 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 24 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2013 | 125 | 40,160 | 6 | 4 | 21 | 42 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 295 | 57,000 | 7 | 4 | 21 | 56 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 186 | 65,141 | 9 | 4 | 21 | 42 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 294 | 40,000 | 13 | — | 21 | 76 · More | Rising |
| 2009 | 520 | 36,000 | 13 | — | 21 | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2008 | 450 | 57,000 | 11 | — | 21 | 88 · More | Stable |
| 2007 | 541 | 62,000 | 10 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 782 | 71,428 | 11 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 707 | 82,000 | 10 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 415 | 108,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 360 | 108,094 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 333 | 120,000 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 396 | 144,000 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 211 | 130,300 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 249 | 120,316 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 300 | 136,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 131 | 149,000 | 0 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 253 | 139,000 | 1 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1995 | 177 | 160,000 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Toyota Tacoma model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Toyota Tacoma have?
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2026 Toyota Tacoma is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 4 complaints (31% of the total), followed by engine with 3.
Has the 2026 Toyota Tacoma been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2026 Toyota Tacoma do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Toyota Tacoma 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 3 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Toyota Tacoma get?
The EPA rates the 2026 Toyota Tacoma (Tacoma 2WD, 2.4L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 20 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2026 Toyota Tacoma reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 6,800 miles and the middle half falls between 1,600 and 12,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.