2024 Toyota Tacoma recalls and problems

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma has 5 safety recalls and 156 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Toyota dealer.

Recalls
5
Complaints
156
Crashes / fires
6 / 1
Injuries / deaths
33 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2024 Toyota Tacoma vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2024 Toyota Tacoma recalls

Recall 26V-514: Suspension

Reported Aug 6, 2026 · 48,280 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Tacoma Hybrid and 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles. The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir.

Risk: An oil reservoir that detaches can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front and rear shock absorber assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 30, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB14 and 26TA14.

Recall 26V-179: Equipment

Reported Mar 24, 2026 · 8,230 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.

Recall 25V-595: Electrical System

Reported Sep 11, 2025 · 591,377 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.

Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.

Recall 25V-058: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Feb 6, 2025 · 221,846 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive vehicles. The rear brake hoses can be damaged if mud and dirt builds up inside the rear wheels. This can result in a brake fluid leak.

Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace both rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 1, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB04 and 25TA04.

Recall 24V-548: Equipment

Reported Jul 23, 2024 · 33,848 vehicles affected · Gulf States Toyota, Inc.

Problem: Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

2024 Toyota Tacoma problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train55
Unknown or Other25
Service Brakes19
Electrical System17
Service Brakes, Hydraulic15
Forward Collision Avoidance12
Structure9
Lane Departure8
Engine7
Seats5
Suspension5
Fuel/Propulsion System5

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 6
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 5
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 4
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 3
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 3
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
  • Visibility › Windshield — 2
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2024 Toyota Tacoma complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Nov 11, 2026
Vehicle: 2024 Toyota Tacoma – Suspected Safety Defect / Potential Fire Hazard VIN VIN:[XXX] I am filing this complaint because I believe my 2024 Toyota Tacoma may have a serious unresolved safety defect involving excessive engine-compartment heat and potentially related engine and battery problems. The problems began at approximately 23,000 miles and have continued despite 4repeated visits to Toyota dealerships. They would say it’s environmental and normal The problems include: Extreme engine-compartment heat: On multiple occasions, the heat coming from the engine compartment was so…
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 28, 2026
Back up camera- back up camera will go fuzzy or the screen will go black when in use first time was 12/20/2024 it dose not happen all the time but it does happen I have taken it to the dealership several time for the camera issues and thay dont seem to find an issue I have videos of this happening but your system won't let me upload them
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 20, 2026
The power tailgate fails to open (and subsequently close) most of the time, i.e., 8/10 times, requiring significant manual force. If someone were to forcibly open the tailgate after the power button failed, load the bed with cargo, get back in the driver’s seat and attempt to close the tailgate using the button inside the car, and then subsequently drive off, someone could be severely injured or killed.
Structure · reported Oct 17, 2026
Drivers side interior door handle broken trapping driver inside unless they exit passenger side or roll down window to reach exterior handle. Toyota replaced with is having to pay saying known issue.
Structure · reported Oct 4, 2026
All interior door handles have a plastic piece within the door panel that can snap under normal operation, resulting in loss of ability to exit the vehicle while inside. My vehicle, and many other 4th Generation Tacoma owners, have reported this happening. For my situation, my driver’s interior door handle does not engage the door latch mechanism as of [XXX]. The window must be rolled down and outside handle pulled to open the door. Upon taking it to the dealer on October 3rd, the part is to be replaced with the original part that was installed. The issue has been stated by the service…

Other Toyota Tacoma years

Compare all Toyota Tacoma years · All Toyota models

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma: 26V-514 (suspension), 26V-179 (equipment), 25V-595 (electrical system), 25V-058 (service brakes, hydraulic), 24V-548 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Toyota Tacoma?

Owners report power train problems most often (55 reports), followed by unknown or other (25). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 miles.

Are Toyota recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.