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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 4TAVL52N7WZ060361 · Checked Sep 28, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 8

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4TAVL52N7WZ•••••• 1998 Toyota TACOMA

This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 1998 Toyota TACOMA build (8 vs 3).

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239on the model
85builds in total
Most reported Tires 2 Structure 2 Suspension 1 Vehicle Speed Control 1

What owners of this build wrote

Structure Feb 2017
Rust recall toyota car dealership unwilling to "goodwill" fix frame due to not applying rust chemicals on to the frame
Seat Belts Apr 2013
My seat belt are defective. I am so used to wearing them. I bought the vehicle used and have since found out there is a recall on the seatbelt. I would like them replaced for safety reasons if possible . Thanks
Tires Apr 2001
I bought a tacoma pick up a couple of years ago. I recently found that one side of my front right tire was extremely damaged down to the steel belts. I took it in to a tire shop and they said I had a very light truck and because I am usually the only passenger the tire worn…
Wheels Jan 2000
Consumer was driving on the highway when the right wheel came off. But, brake pads and rotors were still attached
Suspension Oct 1998
Vehicle experiencing hard acceleration. Nlm
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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 4TAVL52N7WZ060361 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.