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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-TOYOTA-TACOMA
2019 · toyota

toyota Tacoma problems

1 safety recall. 206 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
36 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
33 reports · avg $450
severe
electrical
20 reports · avg $850
severe
fuel system
19 reports · avg $1,200
moderate
engine
15 reports · avg $3,100
severe
steering
9 reports · avg $700
moderate
body
8 reports · avg $1,500
severe
cruise control
6 reports · avg $600
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Tacoma · brakes
MY 2019 TACOMA 4X4 DBL CAB SR5 HAS 22000 MILES ON IT AND HAS A HISTORY OF THE BRAKES PULSING. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKES AT 5K AND 11K MILES, AND NOW AGAIN AT 22K MILES. AT EACH SERVICE APPOINTMENT I COMPLAINED THAT THE BRAKES PULSE BADLY, AND THEY…
12/31/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385789.0
2019 Tacoma · powertrain
CLUTCH PEDAL MAKES A FAIRLY LOUD CREAKING NOISE UPON RELEASE IN THE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRIM. ONCE THE TRUCK IS WARMED UP AND HAS BEEN DRIVEN A LITTLE, WHILE SHIFTING GEARS AND RELEASING THE CLUTCH, THE PEDAL CREAKS THE FULL LENGTH OF MOTION FROM BOTTOM TO TOP EVERY SINGLE PRESS OF…
12/31/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292249.0
2019 Tacoma · electrical
BLUETOOTH RANDOMLY DISCONNECTS DURING A PHONE CALL. HAPPENED ABOUT 5 TIMES ON MY WAY TO WORK. USED ANOTHER PHONE AND DID SAME THING. DEALERSHIP SAID THEY NEED MORE COMPLAINTS BEFORE A RECALL IS ISSUED.
12/22/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11290736.0
2019 Tacoma · brakes
WHEN APPLYING THE POWER BRAKES AT A STOP THE PEDAL AFTER A FEW SECONDS STARTS TO FADE TO THE FLOOR IF RELEASED AND REAPPLIED THEY COME BACK UP TO STOP POSITION AND WILL FADE AGAIN. WHEN BACKING UP AND BRAKES ARE APPLIED AND BACKING SLOWLY TO HOUSE GARAGE THE BRAKE STARTS TO FADE…
12/21/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11384443.0

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severe NHTSA 18V888000 13/12/2018

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma vehicles

Reduced brake performance can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2019 Toyota Tacoma reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 206 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Toyota Tacoma is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Toyota Tacoma?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 36 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Toyota Tacoma has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Toyota Tacoma?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 206 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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