Toyota Tacoma Engine problems
107 of the 929 complaints about the Toyota Tacoma (11.5%) concern Engine, making it the model's #4 problem area. That share is 0.5× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
Analysis
By model year, Engine complaints peak with the 2019 model (28, 13% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2025 model (4). 18 Engine complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 20 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
Owners most often describe: “engine”, “trd”, “tacoma's”, “fuel” and “www tacomaworld”. 4 of these reports (3.7%) describe a crash or fire, with 2 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.
By model year
When complaints were filed
Last 12 months: 18 · Previous 12 months: 20
Common terms in reports
- engine60
- trd7
- tacoma's5
- fuel19
- www tacomaworld3
- tacomaworld com3
What owners report
Fuel system - vehicle surged (high RPMS) while gearshift lever was in the Drive position after release of pressure on the accelerator as I was parking the vehicle surged and smashed into a cement post, the vehicle traveled approximately 10 to 15 feet.
I was driving my truck a 2019 TRD off road Tacoma from San Diego to LA I was on the 605 freeway in the fast lane when I noticed smoke smell and then I noticed fire flames by the air conditioner and the phone charging plate I proceed to Exit the freeway…
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle shuddered, stalled, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle.
Having two issues major issues that’s causing me a $10,000 bill. The timing cover is leaking and there is a coolant bypass hose that is leaking. I have spend a lot of maintenance on this truck on maintaining it to have to remove the engine.
I was driving down the freeway and the motor suddenly stopped working, had to wait for hours in the 100 degree heat for a tow truck. I was informed by Toyota that a fuel injector failed and that it was leaking fuel into the cylinder.
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a whining sound coming from the steering wheel. Additionally, while starting or while driving the vehicle, the vehicle was making a ticking sound.
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.
Problem areas · Toyota Tacoma
- Transmission / powertrain161
- Brakes147
- Fuel system134
- Engine107
- Body & structure92
- Electrical81
- Interior & equipment65
- Airbags & seat belts41
Toyota Tacoma problems, complaints & recalls by model year ›
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Frequently asked questions
How common are Engine problems on the Toyota Tacoma?
107 of the 929 complaints about the Toyota Tacoma (11.5%) concern Engine, making it the model's #4 problem area. That share is 0.5× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
Which Toyota Tacoma model years have the most Engine complaints?
By model year, Engine complaints peak with the 2019 model (28, 13% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2025 model (4).
Is there a recall for Toyota Tacoma Engine problems?
No recall campaign addresses Engine for the tracked model years.