There is a leak the rear differential. There is a recall on this issue
2017 toyota Tacoma powertrain problems
severe 63 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
63
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND YOU COME TO AN ABRUPT SLOWDOWN TO ROLLING THE TRUCK WILL SHUDDER, CLUNK INTO GEAR AND THEN WHEN ABOUT TO STOP WILL LUNGE FORWARD AT TIMES. THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES WHERE THE ABS ACTUATES DUE TO THE LUNGE FROM THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TO REAR END THE VEHICLE INFRONT. IN THE TOYOTA TACOMA FORUMS THERE ARE MANY WHOM EXPERIENCE THE SAME ISSUE B…
THE VEHICLE SURGES WHEN BACKING UP IN REVERSE AND WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF BRAKE PEDAL IN DRIVE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA. WHILE STOPPED, WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TCM AND ECM NEEDED TO BE UPDATED. THE ECM AND TCM WERE UPDATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER TSB NUMBER: 0077-16. PRIOR TO THE TSB REPAIR, THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A F…
3.5L V6, LIMITED EDITION, EXTENDED CAB, 4X4, AUTOMATIC, 1200 MILES ON ODOMETER. DRIVING ABOUT 35MPH ON SNOW COVERED ROAD IN FOUR WHEEL DRIVE. ENGINE NOT COMPLETELY WARMED UP AND OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 9 DEGREES. SUDDENLY ENGINE REVVED UP WITHOUT ANY PRESSURE ON ACCELERATOR AND VEHICLE WENT INTO A SIDEWAYS SLIDE INTO THE ONCOMING LANE. REVVING LASTED ABOUT 2 SECONDS AND THEN CAME BACK TO NORMAL R…
NOTICING THAT AS I COME TO A STOP AT THE LAST SECOND THE DRIVETRAIN SEEMS TO SNAP OUT OF GEAR CAUSING A VERY LOUD CLUNK AT THIS POINT THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO FREE WHEEL FORWARD UNSAFELY. . THE JOLT YOU GET CAN BE COMPARED TO PUTTING THE VEHICLE INTO GEAR AT TOO HIGH OF AN IDOL, WHICH WILL CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR AND TEAR TO YOUR DRIVETRAIN. ALSO, THE ENGINE SEEMS TO SURGE AT IDOL WHILE IN GEAR AND IF Y…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2017 toyota Tacoma?
It's a meaningful issue. 63 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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