2019 Toyota Tacoma reliability

Is it reliable?

Owners have filed 218 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Toyota Tacoma over 8 years — 48 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 4 recalls on file, including Fuel pump, Labels, and Brake master cylinder.

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Complaints

218

Per year

Recalls

Years on the road

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Fuel and propulsion system (55 of 218), then Service brakes (53) and Powertrain (40). Those filings include 11 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 5 that report an injury.

Next to 2018 and 2020

The 2018 Tacoma has 204 complaints, 41 per year, and the 2020 has 87 complaints, 16 per year. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2018. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2020.

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 2019 Toyota Tacoma. How we count. Data as of 2026-10-16.

Recalls (4)

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 Fuel pump 2020-01-13 · NHTSA campaign 20V012000

Summary Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. 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 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

Recall Labels 2019-03-27 · NHTSA campaign 19V244000

Summary Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles. The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Remedy GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 19R1.

Recall Brake master cylinder 2018-12-13 · NHTSA campaign 18V888000

Summary Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma vehicles. Improper machining of the brake master cylinder may result in internal damage of one of the seals, affecting brake performance.

Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J16/J06.

Complaints by component (218 total)

Fuel and propulsion system

Service brakes

Powertrain

Engine

Electrical system

Fuel system, gasoline

Speed control

Structure

Steering

Forward collision avoidance

Air bags

Seat belts

Suspension

Hydraulic brakes

Tires

Visibility and wipers

Wheels

Equipment

Exterior lighting

Interior lighting

Lane departure

Seats

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Crash-flagged

Fire-flagged

Injury reports

Death reports

Complaints filed per year

Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings

"I wrecked my truck in a snowstorm, and the front airbags did not deploy. The crash had me and 2 others in my vehicle. I have permanent injuries"
Air bags, Structure, Forward collision avoidance · filed 2026-09-06
"The brakes failed, out of nowhere, no codes and no warning. The vehicle was taken to lithia Toyota of [XXX] on XXX for inspection and they say they couldn’t recreate the issue. 5 days later the vehicle was taken to…"
Service brakes · filed 2026-09-03
"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle shuddered, stalled, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted…"
Hydraulic brakes, Engine · filed 2026-08-31
"My car had a lamp seal replaced (00948-CHMSL Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp Seal) in 01/2020. When it rains, water is getting into my car. I can't determine if the same seal or a new seal is failing to keep the water…"
Unknown or other · filed 2026-08-28
"Brake Master cylinder. The brakes lose all pressure and do not stop the truck all of a sudden. This is an open recall on many of these trucks but apparently my specific truck isn’t included in this. Because it just…"
Service brakes · filed 2026-08-22

NHTSA crash ratings

Version	Overall	Front	Side	Rollover
2019 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 2WD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	4 stars
2019 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD	4 stars	4 stars	5 stars	4 stars
2019 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 2WD	Not rated	Not rated	Not rated	4 stars
2019 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	2.7L, 4-cyl	Automatic (6-speed)	Rear-wheel drive	20	23	21 MPG	$3100
Tacoma two-wheel drive	3.5L, 6-cyl	Automatic (6-speed)	Rear-wheel drive	19	24	21 MPG	$3100
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	3.5L, 6-cyl	Manual 6-speed	Part-time four-wheel drive	17	21	18 MPG	$3600
Tacoma four-wheel drive	3.5L, 6-cyl	Automatic (6-speed)	Part-time four-wheel drive	18	22	20 MPG	$3250
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
Tacoma four-wheel drive TRD PRO	3.5L, 6-cyl	Automatic (6-speed)	Part-time four-wheel drive	18	22	20 MPG	$3250
Tacoma four-wheel drive TRD PRO	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 2019 Toyota Tacoma reliable?

What are common problems with a 2019 Toyota Tacoma?

Is the 2019 Toyota Tacoma more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2018 Tacoma has 204 complaints, 41 per year, and the 2020 has 87 complaints, 16 per year. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2018. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2020.

Has the 2019 Toyota Tacoma been recalled?

The 2019 Toyota Tacoma has 4 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 2019 Toyota Tacoma?

Owners have filed 218 complaints about the 2019 Toyota Tacoma with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2019 Toyota Tacoma get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2019 Toyota Tacoma is 19.5 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.