2026 Toyota Tacoma recalls & problems

Safety recalls

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

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

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

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

Recent owner complaints

• Service brakes, hydraulic

  The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle lost braking functionality, and the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The contact stated that several warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was safely coasted to a stop. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer failed to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was released back to the contact. The failure mileage was 1,600.

  Oct 5, 2026 · 1,600 miles
• Fuel/propulsion system

  Driving home from work on the I-95 South, I experienced sudden rpm revving and acceleration issues. I immediately notified the dealership and told them I was going to drop the vehicle off. Within 1-2 miles of that conversation the vehicle entirely stopped accelerating at approx 6 pm during heavy rush out traffic going 70 plus mph. I barely made it off to the side of the road and turned the vehicle off. I then restarted the vehicle and had 0 forward propulsion. Reverse still worked. I then had the vehicle towed via Toyota road side assistance

  Oct 21, 2026
• Visibility/wiper

  Vehicle: 2026 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter Hybrid I-Force Max, approx. 900 miles Component: Digital rearview mirror (rearview camera mirror) Dealer: Toyota of [XXX], two separate visits now. I purchased this vehicle new approximately six weeks ago. The digital rearview mirror was a primary reason for the purchase, because it gives a clearer and wider view to the rear than a standard mirror. Since purchase, the digital mirror display has repeatedly gone black while driving, leaving me without a rear view. This happens frequently and without warning, and most often when I use the turn signal stalk. That is exactly when a driver is most likely to check the mirror before changing lanes or turning,…

  Sep 9, 2026
• Power train

  Abnormal vibration from drive line at 22-24 MPH. Dealership service manager rode in the truck and validated the abnormal vibration. He checked for Tech Service Bulletin for this and found none. He drove four similar Tacomas on their lot and said they all have the same vibration at that speed. He called Toyota engineering and they validated the vibration but said it is "normal." Dealer and Toyota corp refuse to repair. Toyota Brand Engagement Center (800-331-4331) opened a case for this and recommended I also file a case here.

  Oct 13, 2026
• Engine

  2026 Toyota Tacoma (i-FORCE 2.4L turbo, 8-speed automatic), purchased new, 2,051 miles. On the morning of XXX, I noticed a delay when the transmission shifted gears and shortly after while driving on the highway at approximately 55–57 mph, multiple warnings appeared at once: Check Engine, "Drive-Start Control Malfunction," "System Malfunction" (pre-collision and lane assist), and "Secondary Collision Brake System Malfunction." Shortly after, the transmission stopped engaging. When I pressed the accelerator, engine RPM rose but the vehicle did not accelerate, a loss of drive power at highway speed with traffic around me. This created a serious crash risk. The collision-avoidance systems…

  Oct 11, 2026
• Electrical system

  Tacoma interior door handle will not open driver’s door. I was sitting in truck reading, engine off. I actuated the start button a couple of times to enable window lowering and lowered the windows. I actuated the start button again a couple of times so as to not drain battery. Suddenly the car alarm went off. I involuntarily startled and pulled door handle. I turned the alarm off and closed the door. The interior driver’s door handle would not allow me to open the door. I tried all available electric and manual unlock options. Nothing worked. I was, essentially, trapped in the truck. I then called emergency services button on truck. She suggested I see if the passenger door would open.…

  Oct 9, 2026
• Engine

  On [XXX], my 2026 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter experienced an abrupt loss of power while passing a semi-truck on [XXX] in northern British Columbia, Canada. It was raining sufficiently to require windshield wipers but not at full speed. As I accelerated to pass a semi-truck in rain and road spray, the dash gauge indicated turbo boost increased, and then abruptly my truck suddenly lost power and entered what appeared to be a reduced-power or “limp” mode with many dash lights. It started slowing down immediately with no throttle response. I could no longer maintain highway speed and had to pull over immediately. This created an immediate collision risk while passing a large truck in highway…

  Sep 25, 2026
• Seats

  Right rear head rest RATTLES!!! After checking other similar models on the lot, the Dealer said it was a characteristic of the vehicle and there was No Fix!

  Aug 13, 2026

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