Is the 2018 Toyota Tacoma reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Toyota Tacoma is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Tacoma?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Tacoma have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2018 Toyota Tacoma

● Typical for this model

2018 Toyota Tacoma
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 206
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Service brakes

Complaints per year

2018: 206 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1995	177
1996	253
1997	131
1998	300
1999	249
2000	210
2001	396
2002	333
2003	360
2004	414
2005	707
2006	782
2007	541
2008	445
2009	519
2010	293
2011	186
2012	295
2013	125
2014	93
2015	101
2016	323
2017	239
2018	206
2019	216
2020	88
2021	79
2022	59
2023	53
2024	151
2025	100
2026	7

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

22% · 46 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

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The car was put in reverse in order to get out of a parking space. As I turned the wheel as it was in reverse the car began to act weird and the brakes did not seem to work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-06

Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tacoma. While the contact was attempting to park in his garage, the brakes malfunctioned and the vehicle crashed into a wall. There were no injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-24

Crossing street going straight eastbound on green light, road construction going on. Truck stopped completely on middle of road, thinking there was a car in front of me.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-06

Fuel/propulsion system

20% · 42 reports

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Vehicle stalling on freeway and almost crashed multiple times and dealership is saying they already fixed the recall on my truck but still doing same thing as reports…

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-23

Power train

14% · 29 reports

Engine

13% · 26 reports

Fuel system, gasoline

12% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing mounting.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2019-01-28Service brakes, hydraulic18V888000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma vehicles. Improper machining of the brake master cylinder may result in internal damage of one of the seals, affecting brake performance.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J16/J06.

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2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
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2020-05-01Fuel system, gasoline20V012000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987.

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2021-01-21Fuel system, gasoline20V682000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4,...

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Toyota Tacoma — pre-purchase inspection

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Service brakes: 46 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 42 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 29 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 18V888000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 20V012000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 20V682000 · Fuel system, gasoline

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Toyota Tacoma reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Toyota Tacoma is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Tacoma?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Toyota Tacoma have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.