2023 Toyota Tacoma: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2023 Toyota Tacoma? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 46 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2023 Toyota Tacoma Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 6 2023 Toyota Tacoma trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 6 trims analysed.
2023 Toyota Tacoma Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program4 variants tested — showing 2023 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 4WDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
19.1% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
19.1% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Toyota Tacoma has 46 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Toyota
- Model
- Tacoma
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 46
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 20
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 22
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2023 Toyota Tacoma Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2023 Toyota Tacoma?
The 2023 Toyota Tacoma shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2023 Toyota Tacoma
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and airbag repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect steering and transmission before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and airbag repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect steering and transmission before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2023 Toyota Tacoma, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 46 complaints for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma, issues are concentrated in electrical faults, engine problems, and airbag malfunctions. Crash-related complaints are few, but the low confidence level suggests caution in interpretation.
- Electrical faults are the most reported component with 10 complaints.
- Engine problems and airbag malfunctions each account for 7 or more complaints.
- Steering defects and transmission/drivetrain issues are also notable with 6-7 complaints each.
- Electrical faults
- Engine problems
- Airbag malfunctions
All 2023 Toyota Tacoma Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 7 | 4 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Air Bags (Driver and Passenger Curtain Airbags) no other airbags deployed. Been in repair since 3/8/26. Currently 4/21/26. Insurance already sent Body Shop money. Parts on National Backorder and Manufacturer Switch has not been determined yet by Toyota. Truck will not be releas…
I got into a head-on collision with a cement center median going roughly 45-50MPH after fishtailing on black ice. My airbags did not deploy at that speed, I contact toyota corporate and they only removed the CDR information and did not assess the airbag sensors themselves. I was …
On February 16 I started my vehicle to drive home from work and the vehicle threw multiple error codes and shutdown while driving and would not start again. It was towed to the dealership. The dealership advised the problem was remedied. 11 days later the same problem occurred, v…
Oil cap went loosed and fell off after a few hundred miles of driving. This is a very common thing in 2023 Toyota tacoma.
Deep knocking noise they call the taco tick is actually the a problem with the motor. There is an issue valve train and timing chain, tensioners and pulleys. Toyota USA decide to tell all consumers it’s just the way they sound. So they do not have to repair millions of these truc…
On June 20, 2025, my 2023 Toyota Tacoma (VIN [XXX] ed a sudden loss of effective braking during normal driving conditions (dry roadway, clear weather). The vehicle was being driven by my adult son. While slowing for a turn, the instrument cluster displayed a Pre-Collision Syste…
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tacoma. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V152000 (Power Train). The contact became aware of a weld splatter and that the nuts were rusted. The dealer marked the vehicle repaired; however, th…
On November 14, 2025, at approximately 0200 hours, in Fresno, California, I was driving southbound on Highway 99 at approximately 70 mph using cruise control. It was raining heavily at the time, and visibility was significantly reduced. I was traveling in the middle lane when I s…
61/2 INCH SCREEN WENT BLANK on start up. Did not reappear until I got home and stopped and restarted car engine. Have on occasions there is no tire pressure showing when i checked that screen.
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced, the contact was informed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced due to an oil leak. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving…
Passenger side windshield washer nozzle sprays the lower part of the hood. Only a little of the stream reaches the windshield. Outcome is that dust, grime, debris typically smear on passenger side of the windshield. This causes reduced visibility. Truck is a Toyota Certified P…
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that upon refueling, the fuel gauge indicated that there was 1/8 tank full, even though the fuel tank was full. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed…
Engine began making abnormal ticking noise, heard primarily on the passenger side of vehicle. Upon removal of valve cover for inspection, found that there are chunks of camshafts breaking off causing the noise. Appears to be a manufacturing defect. Local dealer said they have see…
This vehicle thermostat and sensor system are faulty! My sensor started lighting up within a year and half after purchasing. Engine was not overheating at first, they said it will eventually happen and it did; all dealers said to replace but I was out of 360000 miles due to commu…
The owner and operator of the vehicle, stated that they were driving the vehicle on the Interstate when they noticed white smoke and ashes emanating from the steering column. They pulled into the parking lot to investigate and opened the hood to see no smoke or fire. When they re…
Driver's door unlatched during the winter (January 2025) while stopping at an intersection. The incident repeated yesterday April 19, 2025, while driving on the freeway and turning right. The door partially opened and a warning light appeared on the dashboard. Reduced speed / sto…
Exploded sunroof with no apparent debris hitting it. No vehicles around and clear sky’s. Dealer said that something most have hit it and suggested I use comprehensive part of insurance. The assembly and slide was damaged while trying to clear glass. First estimate is $4,165. Repo…
ONLY 1 catalytic converter cover is on my truck. This could cause a fire in tall grass or combustible areas. Not everyone goes to parks for picnics or parties where there is taller grasses. This could start a forest fire if the weather is just hot and dry. Every Car or truck I o…
Brake booster failure. When pressing and holding onto brake, it makes a buzzing/clicking noise. Just like the toyota prius brake booster recall/failure. Toyota claimed to be normal.
My 2023 Toyota Tacoma creates an error message on my console screen "A Malfunction in the SRS Airbag System has been detected. Contact your Toyota dealer to have your vehicle inspected." In 2024, the first error message appeared. Same as above. By January 2025, there also appe…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma.
2023 Toyota Tacoma Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2023 Toyota Tacoma Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Toyota Tacoma reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 46 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 Toyota Tacoma shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Tacoma?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (10 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (9 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (9 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Toyota Tacoma?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Toyota Tacoma?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Toyota Tacoma, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 46 total complaints. 4 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Toyota Tacoma. A major recall area is CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2023 Toyota Tacoma?▾
The 2023 Toyota Tacoma shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.