The vehicle dossier US · 2025

2025 Toyota
TACOMAProblems & recalls

98 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Body & structure appears in 39 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.

Snapshot Sep 28, 2026Live NHTSA complaint API How this dossier is compiled

01 / Owner-reported evidence

What owners reported.

Categories attached to 98 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.

Body & structure39 reports
Transmission & drivetrain20 reports
Other components19 reports
Steering10 reports
Suspension9 reports
Brakes5 reports
Electrical system5 reports
Engine4 reports
Visibility1 reports
Air bags1 reports
Fuel system1 reports
See original component labels
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:INTERIOR34
POWER TRAIN20
STEERING10
SUSPENSION9
UNKNOWN OR OTHER8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
STRUCTURE:BODY4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING4
ENGINE3
SERVICE BRAKES3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL2
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING2
SEATS2
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD1
VISIBILITY/WIPER1
Carry Handle, Shell, Base1
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness1
WHEELS1
TIRES:BEAD1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE1
AIR BAGS1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:OVEN/STOVE/COOKTOP1
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER1
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS1
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR1

These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.

The reporting timeline

When reports arrived.

Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 2 years with reports.

Year filed (last two digits)Latest report: Sep 20, 2026
Mileage, where supplied

6,000 miles is the median among 5 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 4,476–18,000 miles.

This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.

02 / Official safety campaigns

5 recall campaigns on file.

A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.

Aug 6, 2026 Safety recallSUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBERCampaign 26V514000

Reported concern

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.

Manufacturer’s stated response

Dealers will inspect and replace the front and rear shock absorber assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB14 and 26TA14.

Manufacturer campaign: 26TB14/26TA14

Read campaign 26V514000 at NHTSA
Mar 24, 2026 Safety recallEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSCampaign 26V179000

Reported concern

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."

Manufacturer’s stated response

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.

Manufacturer campaign: See attached Part573

Read campaign 26V179000 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2025 Safety recallPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTCampaign 25V656000

Reported concern

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.

Manufacturer’s stated response

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.

Manufacturer campaign: 25TB11 / 25TA11

Read campaign 25V656000 at NHTSA
Sep 11, 2025 Safety recallELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELCampaign 25V595000

Reported concern

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.

Manufacturer’s stated response

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.

Manufacturer campaign: See Part 573 Report

Read campaign 25V595000 at NHTSA
Feb 6, 2025 Safety recallSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSCampaign 25V058000

Reported concern

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.

Manufacturer’s stated response

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.

Manufacturer campaign: 25TB04 / 25TA04

Read campaign 25V058000 at NHTSA
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03 / The manufacturer’s record

Instructions. Updates. Responses.

39 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.

Apr 10, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-TT-0755-24The 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 dummy cap (which is attached t…NHTSA ID 11032469

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 dummy cap (which is attached to the harness) and is left attached when power is connected. The purpose of the dummy cap is to prevent connector water intrusion/corrosion when the accessory is not installed.

Campaign / software reference: T-TT-0755-24

Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11032469 at NHTSA
Feb 26, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0016-26Some 2024 – 2026 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a “chirp” noise from the HVAC magnetic clutch upon engagement.NHTSA ID 11029895

Some 2024 – 2026 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a “chirp” noise from the HVAC magnetic clutch upon engagement.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0016-26

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11029895 at NHTSA
Jan 7, 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0055-24 Rev2Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose…NHTSA ID 11028712

Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to the applicable model and model year Repair Manual and the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website for the most up-to-date safety and precautionary guidelines.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0055-24 Rev2

Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11028712 at NHTSA
Dec 17, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0093-25Some 2024 – 2025 model year 4WD Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the 4WD lights are flashing and a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: •P277…NHTSA ID 11027561

Some 2024 – 2025 model year 4WD Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a condition where the 4WD lights are flashing and a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: •P277111 – Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Low Switch Circuit Short to Ground •P178462 – 4WD/AWD Transfer Case Shift Motor Limit Switch and Transfer Case H4-L4 Position Switch Signal Compare Failure •P17AC62 – 4WD/AWD Transfer Case Shift Motor Limit Switch Signal Compare Failure The transfer case breather hose has been updated.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0093-25

Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11027561 at NHTSA
Jun 13, 2025 Service CampaignT-SB-0058-23 Rev1The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairin…NHTSA ID 11020657

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0058-23 Rev1

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11020657 at NHTSA
Apr 2, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-TT-0779-25To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are…NHTSA ID 11019331

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.

Campaign / software reference: T-TT-0779-25

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11019331 at NHTSA
Apr 2, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-TT-0779-25To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are…NHTSA ID 11018328

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested by FTS and/or FPE.

Campaign / software reference: T-TT-0779-25

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11018328 at NHTSA
Feb 10, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0021-25Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individ…NHTSA ID 11016782

Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Global Techstream+ (GTS+) ECU flash reprogramming procedures and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard+ (CUW+). To ensure the correct ECU software is installed, ECUs will require a Security Signature before the ECU will initialize the flash reprogramming sequence. This bulletin also details the process for acquiring a Security Signature from TIS during the GTS+ ECU flash reprogramming process.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0021-25

Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11016782 at NHTSA
Feb 10, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0013-24 Rev1The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another f…NHTSA ID 11016781

The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. Once a key is removed, it can never be reused.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0013-24 Rev1

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11016781 at NHTSA
Feb 10, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0021-25Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individ…NHTSA ID 11015496

Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Global Techstream+ (GTS+) ECU flash reprogramming procedures and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard+ (CUW+). To ensure the correct ECU software is installed, ECUs will require a Security Signature before the ECU will initialize the flash reprogramming sequence. This bulletin also details the process for acquiring a Security Signature from TIS during the GTS+ ECU flash reprogramming process.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0021-25

Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11015496 at NHTSA
Feb 10, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0013-24 Rev1The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another f…NHTSA ID 11015495

The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also available. Once a key is removed, it can never be reused.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0013-24 Rev1

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11015495 at NHTSA
Jan 29, 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsT-SB-0016-25Some 2024 – 2025 model year Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles equipped with an accessory roof rack may exhibit an abnormal vibration from the accessory roof rack while driving. New roof rack bumpers have been developed to addre…NHTSA ID 11014210

Some 2024 – 2025 model year Tacoma and Tacoma Hybrid vehicles equipped with an accessory roof rack may exhibit an abnormal vibration from the accessory roof rack while driving. New roof rack bumpers have been developed to address this vibration.

Campaign / software reference: T-SB-0016-25

Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11014210 at NHTSA
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04 / Agency investigations

Official inquiries.

An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.

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