2025 Toyota Tacoma
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 177 |
| 1996 | 253 |
| 1997 | 131 |
| 1998 | 300 |
| 1999 | 249 |
| 2000 | 210 |
| 2001 | 396 |
| 2002 | 333 |
| 2003 | 359 |
| 2004 | 414 |
| 2005 | 707 |
| 2006 | 782 |
| 2007 | 540 |
| 2008 | 445 |
| 2009 | 519 |
| 2010 | 292 |
| 2011 | 186 |
| 2012 | 295 |
| 2013 | 125 |
| 2014 | 93 |
| 2015 | 101 |
| 2016 | 323 |
| 2017 | 239 |
| 2018 | 203 |
| 2019 | 216 |
| 2020 | 87 |
| 2021 | 79 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 145 |
| 2025 | 94 |
| 2026 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
35% of complaints: structure — 33 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing interior and body.
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The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Tacoma.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
Driver side front and passenger door handle broke internally. The door is unable to be opened from the inside. This puts occupants at risk of not being able to exit the veichle in an emergency or safely from the inside.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260710
20% of complaints: power train — 19 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: suspension — 9 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
While driving on a dry, clearly marked two-lane highway in Montana, I had Lane Tracing Assist and Active Lane Keep/Track Assist turned on. My hands were on the steering wheel, speed was within the limit, and visibility was clear.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251020
Also filed under LANE DEPARTURE
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V058000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V595000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 26V179000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both front driveshaft assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed November 14, 2025.
Campaign 25V656000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Tacoma Hybrid and 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 26V514000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Toyota Tacoma — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V656000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V514000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V058000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V595000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V179000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Toyota Tacoma reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 Toyota Tacoma is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Toyota Tacoma?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Toyota Tacoma have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.