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2017 Toyota Tacoma reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2017 Toyota Tacoma holds 239 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 39 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Tacoma years here — over the median of the other years, which is 16. NHTSA has 5 recalls on file, including Fuel pump, Vacuum, and Labels.

2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
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Complaints

239

Per year

39

Recalls

5

Years on the road

10

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (68 of 239), then Engine (36) and Service brakes (31). Those filings include 12 that report a crash, 6 that report a fire, and 7 that report an injury.

Next to 2016 and 2018

The 2016 Tacoma has 323 complaints, 67 per year, and the 2018 has 204 complaints, 41 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2018.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2017 Toyota Tacoma. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (5)

Recall Fuel pump 2020-11-04 · NHTSA campaign 20V682000
Summary Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
Recall hydraulic brakes, power assist, vacuum 2018-04-03 · NHTSA campaign 18V211000
Summary Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.
Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.
Recall Labels 2017-12-20 · NHTSA campaign 17V831000
Summary Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.
Recall Engine 2017-06-01 · NHTSA campaign 17V356000
Summary Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine. The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that may malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crank position sensor with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0H.
Recall powertrain, driveline, differential 2017-04-27 · NHTSA campaign 17V285000
Summary Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.
Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly will be replaced. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall June 19, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0G.

Complaints by component (239 total)

Powertrain
68
Engine
36
Service brakes
31
Structure
26
Fuel and propulsion system
23
Electrical system
22
Air bags
13
Speed control
11
Seats
10
Exterior lighting
8
Wheels
8
Visibility and wipers
7
Suspension
6
Seat belts
3
Tires
3
Fuel system, gasoline
2
Steering
2
Visibility
2
Air brakes
1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
1
Equipment
1
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Crash-flagged

12

Fire-flagged

6

Injury reports

7

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

4201640201748201826201929202024202172022122023222024132025142026
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "My 2017 Tacoma TRD Off Road (manual transmission) makes a constant chirping sound when the engine is running and increases chirping sound when accelerator is pressed. The chirping sound ceases when the clutch is pressed…"
    Powertrain · filed 2026-09-02
  • "The parking brake sticks. This is an issue because the vehicle automatically applies the parking brake briefly when switching from neutral to first gear or reverse to prevent rollback. When this happens, the parking…"
    Service brakes · filed 2026-08-23
  • "Common issue reported amongst 2016-2019 Toyota Tacoma owners. Noticed brake fluid dripping from under driver's side dash directly under brake pedal onto floor mat. Upon inspection, found brake fluid dripping down from…"
    Service brakes · filed 2026-06-18
  • "Truck has 116k miles, started losing power and acceleration diminished. CEL and Trac Off light came on. Pulled over twice after experiencing same issue. Took to mechanic and diagnostic code P0301 (cylinder 1 misfire).…"
    Engine, Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2026-06-04
  • "Clear coat and paint began to oxidize and fade after 4 years of ownership even when maintaining with wax"
    Structure · filed 2026-06-01

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2017 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 2WD 4 stars 4 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2017 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD 4 stars 4 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2017 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 2WD Not rated Not rated Not rated 4 stars
2017 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 4WD Not rated Not rated Not rated 4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
Tacoma two-wheel drive 3.5L, 6-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Rear-wheel drive 19 24 21 MPG $3100
Tacoma two-wheel drive 2.7L, 4-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Rear-wheel drive 19 23 21 MPG $3100
Tacoma four-wheel drive 3.5L, 6-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Part-time four-wheel drive 18 23 20 MPG $3250
Tacoma four-wheel drive 2.7L, 4-cyl Automatic (6-speed) Part-time four-wheel drive 19 22 20 MPG $3250
Tacoma four-wheel drive 2.7L, 4-cyl Manual 5-speed Part-time four-wheel drive 19 21 20 MPG $3250
Tacoma four-wheel drive 3.5L, 6-cyl Manual 6-speed Part-time four-wheel drive 17 21 18 MPG $3600
Tacoma four-wheel drive Double Cab Off-Road 3.5L, 6-cyl Manual 6-speed Part-time four-wheel drive 17 20 18 MPG $3600

Specs and fitment

3rd generation, 2016–2023
Body styles Access Cab, Double Cab
Oil 0W-20 (2.7L 4-cyl and 3.5L V6)
Tire size 245/70R17, 265/70R17, 265/65R18 or 265/70R18 (trim-dependent)
Towing capacity 6,500 lbs

Known issues for this generation

Early third-generation production drew several Toyota safety recalls. NHTSA campaign 17V-285 (Toyota H0G) covers certain 2016-2017 Tacomas where oil may leak from the rear differential carrier joint; low oil can seize the differential and cause a loss of control. Campaign 17V-356 (Toyota H0H) covers certain 2016-2017 six-cylinder Tacomas whose crank position sensor may fail and stall the engine. NHTSA campaign 15V-656 (Toyota F0T) covers a small batch of 2016 Tacomas built in August-September 2015 with incorrect bolts on the driver knee air bag module, which can affect air bag performance in a crash.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Toyota Tacoma reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2017 Toyota Tacoma holds 239 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 39 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Tacoma years here — over the median of the other years, which is 16. NHTSA has 5 recalls on file, including Fuel pump, Vacuum, and Labels.

What are common problems with a 2017 Toyota Tacoma?

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (68 of 239), then Engine (36) and Service brakes (31). Those filings include 12 that report a crash, 6 that report a fire, and 7 that report an injury.

Is the 2017 Toyota Tacoma more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2016 Tacoma has 323 complaints, 67 per year, and the 2018 has 204 complaints, 41 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2018.

Has the 2017 Toyota Tacoma been recalled?

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma has 5 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Toyota Tacoma?

Owners have filed 239 complaints about the 2017 Toyota Tacoma with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2017 Toyota Tacoma get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma is 19.7 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What generation is the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?

3rd generation (2016-2023).

How much can a Toyota Tacoma tow?

Published maximums vary by generation, cab, engine, and equipment; many recent U.S. specs list up to 6,500 lb when properly equipped.

When did the 4th-generation Tacoma start?

The 2024 model year (4th generation) followed the 2016-2023 3rd generation in the U.S. lineup.