2024 Toyota Tacoma: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2024 Toyota Tacoma? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 133 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2024 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. 5 trims analysed.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program4 variants tested — showing 2024 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: 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 2024 Toyota Tacoma has 133 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Toyota
- Model
- Tacoma
- Model year
- 2024
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 133
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 23
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 26
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2024 Toyota Tacoma Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Brake System
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Brake System, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2024 Toyota Tacoma?
The 2024 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 2024 Toyota Tacoma
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain performance during test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and brake repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain performance during test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and brake repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2024 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
Complaints for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain and brake system, with a smaller number of electrical and safety system issues. Crash-related complaints are low, but the overall confidence in the data is low due to limited sample size.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints account for the largest share of reported issues.
- Brake system complaints are the second most common category.
- Forward collision avoidance and lane departure complaints suggest potential ADAS concerns.
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Brake System
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
All 2024 Toyota Tacoma Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 51 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 33 | 3 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 19 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 15 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 13 | — | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 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 2024 Toyota Tacoma. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Vehicle Information Vehicle: 2024 Toyota Tacoma VIN: [XXX] ate: January 26, 2025 Repair Completed: October 1, 2025 Safety Complaint Description Beginning on or about February 5, 2025, my 2024 Toyota Tacoma developed a serious braking-related safety issue that substantially aff…
After having Toyota Tacoma rear brake hose recall performed at Steven Toyota Harrisonburg Va I have very poor braking! This is a huge safety concern for my family and myself. Toyota is not taking this matter seriously. I was told “bring it in and let the tech have another wack at…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s seat became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the driver’s seat hydraulic function failed to operate properly, causing the conta…
What component failed? The rear brake system (rotors and pads) and the components associated with Safety Recall 25TA04 (rear brake hoses). The parts are available for inspection. * How was safety put at risk? The dealer (Island Toyota, St. Croix) labeled my 2024 Tacoma "UNSAFE…
It happened on February 17, 2026 around noon. My truck is park on the drive way, I went outside to checked the condition of the weather and I notice the driver side window glass looks like a crumpled Reynolds Aluminum wrap. I called Toyota Service Dept since the truck won't star…
The rear leaf spring broke on my 2024 Toyota Tacoma at approximately 16,000 miles during normal highway driving. The vehicle drove without issue on the way to my destination. On the return trip, I noticed a creaking sound, loud clunks, particularly when going over bumps or turnin…
I bought the vehicle at the end of September 2024 and February 12, 2025. I had been on the road for about 15 minutes nothing different and then I look in my rearview mirror and underneath the bed of the truck was on fire and The truck was completely destroyed and Toyota is not do…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V595000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…
When the radar becomes covered with ice and snow, the truck continuously spawns alerts for each Safety Sense feature that is disabled, including a pop up the occludes the instrument cluster and can not be dismissed. Multiple warnings interfere with focus in poor conditions and cr…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but traveled down to the floorboard.…
I am reporting a safety issue with my 2024 Toyota Tacoma regarding Recall 25V595 / 25TA08 (Blank Instrument Cluster Display). Multiple authorized dealers have refused to perform the repair, claiming that parts are unavailable. This defect prevents me from obtaining commercial ins…
The spare tire hoist on Tacomas was over tighten at the factory, when I had a flat, used the kit tool to try to lower spare tire, the weak metal failed, unable to lower tire. Took vehicle to Stapp Toyota, they knew all about the problem, they loosen hoist, but would not cover t…
I had 8022 miles on my tacoma , toyota employee of almost a decade , drove like normal no adds , one morning drove to a conference and was on the road no more than 20 min and then I see the bed of my truck on fire , im on the interstate so i pull over quickly and call 911 and the…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Defender LTX M/S2, Tire Size: 245/70/R17, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that two weeks after the vehicle was inspected and passed the inspection, while driving at an undisclosed speed and depre…
2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Hybrid. When trying to use 4HI/4LO the vehicle gets stuck in 4LO with the 4LO/4HI lights flashing. This means the vehicle has no idea what the state of the transmission is. It does not allow getting back to 2HI. In the state the vehicle is not driva…
This is the 2nd time the charcoal canister and valve have been purged with gasoline. Toyota dealer is saying I am on the hook for this bill again for the replacement of those parts. I have paid out of pocket already once last November/December 2024 and then a year later on Decemb…
Transmission slips and shifts roughly, intermittently. No codes have shown up when scanned at the dealer.
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for recall service related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). While driving at 15-30 MPH, the vehicle lost braking function and crashed into a tr…
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the gas cap failed to close securely and was loose. Additionally, the contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 25V595000 (Electrical System); however, the par…
The vehicle is a 2024 Toyota Tacoma SR5 that was later traded for a 2025 Tacoma SR5 due to a serious safety defect involving the rear brake lines. The problem is the same one described in Toyota’s recall: the rear brake hoses can be damaged by debris, resulting in brake fluid los…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2024 Toyota Tacoma.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2024 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.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2024 Toyota Tacoma reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 133 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2024 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 2024 Toyota Tacoma?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (51 complaints). #2: Brake System (33 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (19 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Toyota Tacoma?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2024 Toyota Tacoma?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 133 total complaints. 32 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2024 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2024 Toyota Tacoma. A major recall area is EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. 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 2024 Toyota Tacoma?▾
The 2024 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 Transmission / Drivetrain 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.