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3TMLB5JN0SM••••••2025 Toyota TACOMA
This build draws 4.5× more complaints than the average 2025 Toyota TACOMA build (10 vs 2).
10on this build
98on the model
44builds in total
Most reportedSteering 4Suspension 4Structure 3Engine 2
What owners of this build wrote
StructureSep 2026
Driver side interior door handle broke under normal use not allowing me to exit my truck without rolling down window and using the exterior door handle
Power TrainMar 2026
On Sunday March 22, 2025 at around 1340, I was leaving my house and driving on a small incline and noticed my vehicle had a jerk when down shifting. This happened four times while traveling up hill. I have not yet had any repeat issues since this date
SteeringNov 2025
Vehicle Cannot Be Safely Driven – Structural / Suspension Defect Suspected – Dealer Claims “Repair Completed” Despite Unequal Wheelbase My vehicle is currently unsafe to operate, due to the following critical issues: ⸻ 1. Left–right wheelbase inconsistency The front and rear…
Unknown Or OtherApr 2025
Hood prop up rod comes loose in windy conditions. The was captured on my CCTV cameras and is also duplicatable. Simply shake the hood when it’s open and the rod comes loose Toyota was notified and instructed me to show the dealer. Dealer was notified and we duplicated the…
StructureJul 2026
Unable to open my driver's door from the inside. In order to get out of the vehicle, I need to put the driver's window down and open the door using the outside door handle. I took it to the dealership on July 29, 2026 for a warranty repair. I was informed that this is a known…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3TMLB5JN0SM190333 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.