The most-reported Tacoma run is 5TEUU42N16Z (2006 builds) with 24 complaints, 8.9× the typical run. Structure problems make up 29% of reports; 2006 is the worst model year at 4.2 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 63 recall campaigns for Tacoma model years 1995–2025.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Toyota Tacoma has 2,665 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 1% of every Tacoma complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5TEUU42N16Z•••••• | 2006 | 2 | — | |
| 5TEUU42N95Z•••••• | 2005 | 2 | — | |
| 5TEUU42N05Z•••••• | 2005 | 4 | — | |
| 5TEUU42N55Z•••••• | 2005 | 1 | — | |
| 5TEUU42N65Z•••••• | 2005 | 2 | — | |
| 5TELU42N16Z•••••• | 2006 | 6 | — | |
| 5TEUU42N26Z•••••• | 2006 | — | — | |
| 5TELU42N75Z•••••• | 2005 | — | — | |
| 5TELU42NX5Z•••••• | 2005 | — | 1 | |
| 5TEUU42N57Z•••••• | 2007 | 2 | — | |
| 5TEWM72N42Z•••••• | 2002 | 1 | — | |
| 5TELU42N76Z•••••• | 2006 | — | — |
Each of the other 2,653 Tacoma runs has 16 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 1,004 Tacoma VINs so far, most often 2026, 2023, 2025 builds; 5 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Toyota Tacoma the gap between build years is 3×: a 2006 car draws 4.2 complaints per run, a 2014 one 1.4.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 5 | — | |
| 2025 | 106 | 46 | 4 | |
| 2024 | 150 | 66 | 6 | |
| 2023 | 54 | 37 | 5 | |
| 2022 | 59 | 39 | 11 | |
| 2021 | 79 | 56 | 8 | |
| 2020 | 88 | 52 | 6 | |
| 2019 | 217 | 77 | 11 | |
| 2018 | 201 | 74 | 6 | |
| 2017 | 232 | 96 | 11 | |
| 2016 | 302 | 112 | 4 | |
| 2015 | 93 | 63 | 15 | |
| 2014 | 85 | 62 | 9 | |
| 2013 | 112 | 74 | 10 | |
| 2012 | 265 | 104 | 15 | |
| 2011 | 173 | 93 | 6 | |
| 2009 | 468 | 138 | 24 | |
| 2008 | 413 | 145 | 43 | |
| 2007 | 493 | 147 | 64 | |
| 2006 | 679 | 161 | 56 |
Heaviest year here is 2006 at 4.2 complaints per run; lightest is 2026 at 1. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 29% of everything Toyota Tacoma owners report: Structure, 1,988 of 7,285 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 48 | 4 | |
| Suspension | 49 | 1 | |
| Power Train | 22 | 1 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 30 | 7 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 185 | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 90 | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 214 | 3 | |
| Steering | 35 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 63 recall campaigns on the Toyota Tacoma; the 6 below cover build years 1995 to 2016. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 06E026000 | Exterior Lighting | 1995–2004 |
| 14V475000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2008–2014 |
| 14V604000 | Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:leaf | 2005–2011 |
| 13V337000 | Seat Belts | 2005–2011 |
| 17V425000 | Structure:body:hood:hinge And Attachments | 2011–2016 |
| 14V743000 | Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler | 2006–2011 |
The Tacoma against its rivals
The Tacoma draws 2.7 complaints per production run; the Chevrolet Colorado 2.4 and the GMC Canyon 2.1. That is the highest rate of the 3.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tacoma | 7,285 | 2,665 | 7.9% | |
| Chevrolet Colorado | 3,345 | 1,418 | 3.5% | |
| GMC Canyon | 1,349 | 640 | 3% |
How serious were they
Of the 7,285 reports on the Toyota Tacoma, 7.9% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Toyota Tacoma | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 7,285 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 578 (7.9%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 82 (1.1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 395 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 15 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 36% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Toyota Tacoma share of that is 7,285 complaints over 2,665 runs, 0.65% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Toyota Tacoma VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 7,285 NHTSA complaints from 2,665 Tacoma runs and 63 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Tacoma production run has the most complaints?
5TEUU42N16Z, a 2006 build, with 24 complaints, 2 of them after a crash. The typical Tacoma run has 2.7.
Which Tacoma years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2006 is heaviest at 4.2 complaints per run and 2026 lightest at 1.
Does the Tacoma get more complaints than the Chevrolet Colorado?
Yes: 2.7 complaints per production run for the Tacoma against 2.4 for the Chevrolet Colorado.
How many Tacoma complaints involve a crash?
7.9% of 7,285 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 82 involved a fire.
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