2024 Toyota Tacoma Problems & Complaints

Avoid2.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the Tacoma at the same age

Owners have filed 154 complaints about the 2024 Toyota Tacoma with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 2.8× as many as a typical Tacoma model year at the same age, which makes the 2024 one of the Tacoma years to avoid. The most reported problem area is the transmission & drivetrain (55 complaints, typically around 3,000 miles). 5 recalls cover this model year.

154complaints
5recalls
6crashes
1fires
33injuries
0deaths

Most common 2024 Toyota Tacoma problems

  • 5536%
  • Brakes~18,000 miles
    3321%
  • Other / not specified
    2416%
  • Driver assistance~30,000 miles
    1610%
  • Electrical system~30,000 miles
    1610%
  • Body & structure
    96%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof~1,000 miles
    64%
  • Engine & cooling~23,000 miles
    64%
  • Seats~61,000 miles
    53%
  • Suspension
    53%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~0 miles
    53%
  • Steering~188,000 miles
    43%
  • Seat belts
    21%
  • Speed control & acceleration~14,000 miles
    21%
  • Air bags
    21%
  • Wheels & tires~30,000 miles
    21%
  • A/C & heater~23,000 miles
    21%

Share of the 154 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Toyota Tacoma complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Toyota Tacoma. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Tacoma years: 2014, 2015, 2020. Years to avoid: 2024, 2016, 2025, 2012, 2017. Compare all years →

2024 Toyota Tacoma recalls (5)

Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber

NHTSA recall 26V-514 · Aug 6, 2026 · 48,280 vehicles

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.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front and rear shock absorber assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 30, 2026.

Equipment › Other › Labels

NHTSA recall 26V-179 · Mar 24, 2026 · 8,230 vehicles

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…

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.

Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA recall 25V-595 · Sep 11, 2025 · 591,377 vehicles

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.

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…

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA recall 25V-058 · Feb 6, 2025 · 221,846 vehicles

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.

Equipment › Other › Labels

NHTSA recall 24V-548 · Jul 23, 2024 · 33,848 vehicles

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra…

Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

What 2024 Toyota Tacoma owners say

Transmission & drivetrain all 55 →

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the part to repair the vehicle was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and two cases were opened. The contact stated that there was a case for the vehicle replacement and another case for the distribution of parts to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 989.

1,000 miles · May 2024

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the transmission only shifted into 1st and 2nd gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact was informed that the parts to complete the repair were on back order. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 2,543.

3,000 miles · Jun 2024

Brakes all 33 →

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for recall service related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). While driving at 15-30 MPH, the vehicle lost braking function and crashed into a tree. After the failure, the low brake and the low brake power message were displayed. The driver had not sustained any injuries. The occupant in the passenger seat sustained spinal injuries and neck irritation; medical attention and surgery were provided. There was no reported fire, police report filed, or air bag deployment. The towing company was contacted, who informed him there was brake fluid on the driver-side rear brake line. The vehicle was towed to his residence. The next day, it was towed to a body shop. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …

9,000 miles · Dec 2025 · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing at 5-7 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond, accelerated unintendedly, and crashed into an unoccupied parked vehicle. The other vehicle sustained damage. There was no injury sustained. The contact was able to drive away from the scene. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 13,652.

14,000 miles · Aug 2025 · crash

Driver assistance

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Defender LTX M/S2, Tire Size: 245/70/R17, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that two weeks after the vehicle was inspected and passed the inspection, while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal to stop at a stop sign, the vehicle failed to stop and slid past the stop sign. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle and saw that the steel belts were protruding from the tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the contact was informed that the vehicle should not have passed the inspection with the tires currently on the vehicle. Additionally, the contact was informed that there was a recall on the vehicle for the back-over prevention camera screen. The contact stated that the back-over prevention screen frequently went blank. …

Sensing system › Camera · 30,000 miles · Feb 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance feature activated erroneously. The contact stated that the vehicle came to a complete stop. The contact stated that there were no vehicles nearby. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed of a potential software update. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.

2,000 miles · Aug 2024

2024 Toyota Tacoma engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.4L 4-cyl turbo hybrid8-speed automatic4WD23 / 24 / 24
2.4L 4-cyl turbo8-speed automaticRWD21 / 26 / 23
2.4L 4-cyl turbo8-speed automatic4WD19 / 23 / 21
2.4L 4-cyl turbo6-speed manual4WD18 / 23 / 20

EPA ratings. Class: Full-size pickup.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Toyota Tacoma a good car?

Based on 154 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 Tacoma rates avoid: 2.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the Tacoma at the same age. It is one of the Tacoma years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Toyota Tacoma?

The transmission & drivetrain — 55 complaints, 36% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (33) and driver assistance (16).

How many recalls does the 2024 Toyota Tacoma have?

There are 5 recalls for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, the most recent from August 6, 2026 (shock absorber). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Toyota Tacoma?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2015 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2024, 2016, 2025, 2012 and 2017. See the full Toyota Tacoma years comparison.

At what mileage do 2024 Toyota Tacoma problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 18,000 miles; 81% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.