Window & Wiper complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 9% | — |
| 2025 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2024 | 6 | 4% | 1,000 miles |
| 2023 | 3 | 6% | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 5% | — |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2020 | 2 | 2% | 16,000 miles |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% | — |
| 2018 | 4 | 2% | 3,000 miles |
| 2017 | 9 | 4% | 39,000 miles |
| 2016 | 10 | 3% | 6,000 miles |
| 2015 | 7 | 7% | 9,000 miles |
| 2014 | 3 | 3% | 18,000 miles |
| 2013 | 3 | 2% | 15,000 miles |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2010 | 6 | 2% | 20,000 miles |
| 2009 | 3 | 1% | 5,000 miles |
| 2008 | 4 | 1% | 56,000 miles |
| 2007 | 3 | 1% | 35,000 miles |
| 2006 | 10 | 1% | 87,000 miles |
| 2005 | 20 | 3% | 52,000 miles |
| 2004 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2002 | 4 | 1% | 68,000 miles |
| 2001 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2000 | 4 | 2% | — |
| 1999 | 2 | 1% | — |
| 1998 | 4 | 1% | 111,000 miles |
| 1997 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1996 | 5 | 2% | 30,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the contact became aware of a large crack in the middle of the windshield. There was no impact to the windshield to cause the failure. The dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.
2024 new 4th-generation Tacoma Hybrid Limited. During driving in snow or rain, the front chrome grille or another component in the front, appears to collect water. Periodically, it releases a sudden burst of water or snow onto both sides of the windshield. The impact is abrupt, like having a snowball or large splash of water thrown at the glass, and is startling because it's unexpected. This happens on both the driver and passenger sides, (but not at the same time) temporarily impairing visibility and potentially increasing the risk of an accident. Note: This occurs every time it snows or rains.
Passenger side windshield washer nozzle sprays the lower part of the hood. Only a little of the stream reaches the windshield. Outcome is that dust, grime, debris typically smear on passenger side of the windshield. This causes reduced visibility. Truck is a Toyota Certified Pre-Owned (TPO) delivered 18Mar24 at 13K miles. Washer nozzle problem has been existent since delivery. Repair request was made at first oil change. Unlike many other brands & makes, the nozzle can't be re-aimed by simple bending. Problem could be solved by using a nozzle with a lower "aim," or some sort of adjustment. Nozzle part is difficult for car owner to remove and replace.
The camera system is sub par. The video is grainy fuzzy and jumpy. It looks as though you are looking through a dark tunnel. Much worse that my 2021. Service advisor agrees the clarity and quality was unacceptable. The head unit was replaced but nothing changed. TAS case [redacted] was opened. Tech states quality was the same as other 2022 Tacomas when compared. I guess if everyone's is the same that makes it ok. I feel the quality of the video might be 200x300 and is unsafe at this quality.
In March, 2022, we had ice that coated the car and the driveway of my residence that led to schools being closed. The next day conditions were better, and on my way home from work I noticed that the passenger side view mirror had developed a strange crack that at first made me think that a sticker had been placed on the mirror. When I examined it closer, I found it to be a crack in the mirror that I tend to think was the result of the icing from the previous day. My concern is that the crack will spread and make the mirror unusable. I discussed this with my service advisor at Wilde Toyota in Milwaukee on 4/11/22 and told him that I felt the crack was a manufacturers defect. The advisor told me that they would not cover the damage as a defect, but that he had taken photos and sent the information to Toyota for consideration. …
I purchased my vehicle (Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO) on September 23, 2022 and identified issues with all of the exterior cameras immediately. I scheduled an appointment with Toyota to inspect the problem with blurry cameras on September 29, 2022, but they advised that all 2022 vehicles have similar blurriness issues. I also own a 2018 Toyota Highlander that has a much more crisp image, so I know Toyota has a problem with the cameras. Fast forward to approximately November 20, 2022 when my first problem occurred. I was backing into a parking space that had a shopping cart that was left on the sidewalk behind my parking space. Knowing that I was clear to park, I proceeded to back into the space, but as I started to back up, the already blurry camera flared up because of the direct sunlight and I could not observe anything. …
The mechanical design of Toyota's plastic visor assemblies that are installed in my Tacoma truck is disgustingly worthless and every last one of them will ultimately fail unless they are left securely fastened in the end visor holding clamp, permanently, and at all times while driving. That means not rotating them to shade a glaring sun through a door window glass. Toyota needs to redesign and replace all of their defective visor assemblies. The problem is with the rod holding design on the back side of the visor mounting plate. It is supposed to securely hold the plastic rotating arm from falling out of the mounting plate. It is wholly inadequate and will not safely support even the meager weight of the visor leaf itself. The only safe option is to leave the visor arm snapped into the end stabilizing/holding clamp. …
I have been having issues with an intermittent rain smell in my vehicle for the past few months not realizing the smell was due to water intrusion in the cabin of my truck. I own a 2018 Toyota Tacoma. As of recently the situation has been getting exceedingly worse due to stormy and rainy weather during the month of September. At this point I noticed the floor throughout my whole cabin was flooded with water. I was sure my windows were not open and my doors were closed and sealed properly. I took the vehicle to the Honda dealership and they provided me a Condition, Cause and Remedy (CCR). The CCR stated that water was entering my vehicle through the cabin vents located between my truck bed and the cabin of the vehicle. These cabin vents do not have any maintenance plan surrounding them, the seals are also not accessible or visible without complete removal of the back end of the truck. …
Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Tacoma years have window & wiper problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2005 (20), 2006 (10), 2016 (10), 2017 (9) and 2015 (7) model years. Window & Wiper complaints make up 3% of all complaints for the 2005.
Is there a recall for Toyota Tacoma window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for any Toyota Tacoma model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Toyota Tacoma window & wiper problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 37,000 miles; 62% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the windshield (19 mentions), followed by the power window devices and controls (5).
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.