2020 TOYOTA TACOMA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. This model year has 84 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Fuel/Propulsion System.
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Worst 2020 Toyota Tacoma Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 84 most recent complaints
Fluid weeping/leaking/staining on differential housing
On Sunday, March 15,2026, I was driving from Houston, TX to Pharr, TX at the speed of 75mph on the left lane to pass an 18 wheeler, with another 18 wheeler behind me, and my truck started idling erratically. I lost speed and my service engine light came on. My truck slowed down a…
This is a safety issue and a known issue. Toyota is reporting that it is wear and tear and denying my goodwill repair but it is a technical service bulletin TSB #0082-21 - so it is a safety issue. I emailed and called and have case number with Toyota - 260225002292
I am having same issue as the incident i found here 12/06/2025, LISTED UNDER COMPLAINTS-I live in Rio Rancho NM- Concern it involves the automatic transmission torque converter specifically torque-converter lock-up behavior, The issue presents as a vibration/shudder during steady…
Toyota has a manufacturing defect going on with their v6 in Gen 3Tacoma's. I have a 2020 Limited with 48,200 miles that needs a new cylinder head. It threw a check engine light on me, and luckily enough I took it to the dealership within about 30 miles, otherwise my engine could …
The concern involves the automatic transmission torque converter, specifically torque-converter lock-up behavior. The issue presents as a vibration/shudder during steady-speed driving. The vehicle remains in my possession and is available for inspection upon request. The vibrati…
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle lost power steering assist and brakes, but was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact stated that the low oil and brake warning lights w…
Vehicle accelerated on its own at highway speed, had to hit the brake in order for it to stop accelerating. Other more common issue is that vehicle RPMs go up when trying to accelerate but vehicle does not accelerate, just RPMs go up. This happened about 5 times over the past y…
Brake fluid leaking into cab from master cylinder
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Driving the car on the freeway and upon exiting it stalled going up an incline without any warning. Could have caused a major accident and I am lucky that it did not happen on the freeway. I researched and found out that 2019-2020 Toyota pickups had this known issue in which t…
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while in reverse, the rearview camera failed to display a centered rearview image. The contact observed that the rearview image was misaligned, potentially compromising the back over prevention system. No warning ligh…
The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera failed to display a centered rear-view image. The contact observed that the rearview image was misaligned, potentially compromising the back over prevention system. No warning lig…
Pressure release vents mounted on rear of the cab are leaking water during rain storms causing mold build up in carpet.
My brake master cylinder is leaking brake fluid under the steering column and dripping inside. This seems to have a recall but they only did it for trucks up to 2019 and my 2020 has the same exact issue.
The timing chain cover is leaking oil which will render the vehicle inoperable which is a safety concern. The diagnosis was done at Toyota and I am being told to repair the truck already at 84,000 miles. The cost of the repair is astronomical ($6,666). The problem appears to be…
The truck suddenly stopped Took it to a mechanic and had to replace the fuel pump. AAA tow company along with the mechanic that fixed the issue said that it is odd a truck so new with fuel pump issues I have the bad fuel pump and invoices. The truck stopped working at 55,247mi …
Throwout bearing premature failure. Saftey was put at risk with harsh shifting and potential transmission failure while merging into traffic due to not going into gear. Was brought to a shop to install a new TOB and had to replace my pressure plate as well due to wear. TOB is n…
Front passenger seat belt/SRS lights flashing and staying on. I recently gave someone a ride and when they adjusted the seat/seat belt these lights on the dash came on and will not go off. My guess it is the SRS/seatbelt/seat pretensioner.
The check Engine light came on two different times for us on the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. We called Toyota to see if we could continue to drive it and they asked if the light stayed on or was blinking, and if it stayed on we could still drive the vehicle . We did not feel comfortable …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma.
Recalls for 2020 Toyota Tacoma
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2020 Toyota Tacoma — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2020 Toyota Tacoma reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2020 Toyota Tacoma has 84 NHTSA owner complaints, 6 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Fuel/Propulsion System (21 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?▾
#1: Fuel/Propulsion System (21 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (14 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (14 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?▾
The 2020 Toyota Tacoma has 6 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 84 total NHTSA complaints. 7 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2020 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. The largest issue: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2020 Toyota Tacoma?▾
The 2020 Toyota Tacoma has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Fuel/Propulsion System issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Tacoma reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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