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2022 Toyota Tacoma recalls & problems

The 2022 Toyota Tacoma has 3 safety recalls and 59 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (10 complaints).

Recalls3safety recalls
Complaints59filed by owners
Crashes · fires11 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars
2022 Toyota Tacoma in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Power trainFeb 27, 2024

Axle assembly

Recall 24V152000381,199 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Risk
Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.
Child seatJul 21, 2022

Vehicle latch anchor

Recall 22V52000075,316 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."
Risk
An insufficient weld may prevent the child seat from being anchored properly, allowing the seat to move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 02, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TB09/ 22TA09.
EquipmentMay 6, 2022

Other › Labels

Recall 22V310000661 vehicles

Problem
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk
An illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 2WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk14.7%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2022 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 2WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk14.7%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2022 Toyota Tacoma NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2022 Toyota Tacoma NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Tacoma 2WD

21mpg combined
City / highway19 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Tacoma 2WD

21mpg combined
City / highway20 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.7 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Tacoma 4WD

20mpg combined
City / highway18 / 22 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Tacoma 4WD

20mpg combined
City / highway19 / 22 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.7 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Tacoma 4WD

18mpg combined
City / highway17 / 21 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

Tacoma 4WD D-CAB MT TRD-ORP/PRO

18mpg combined
City / highway17 / 20 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.5 L · 6 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Power trainAutomatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift10100—
Unknown or other8000—
Air bags88010—
StructureBody8000—
Engine7000—
Service brakes6100—
Fuel/propulsion system6000—
Forward collision avoidanceWarnings; Automatic emergency braking6100—
Electrical systemInstrument panel › Speedometer/odometer4100—
Tires4000—
Seat belts2204—
Visibility/wiper2000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.