Federal safety data shows 4 recalls and 320 complaints for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

320

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

17V4250002017-03-07

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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17V3560002017-01-06

ENGINE

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.

An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.

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17V2850002017-27-04

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

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.

If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential may seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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15V6560002015-14-10

AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tacoma trucks manufactured August 20, 2015, to September 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, incorrect bolts were used to install the driver's knee air bag module.

The incorrect bolts may loosen over time and affect the performance of the driver's knee air bag, increasing the risk of driver injury during a crash that necessitates deployment of the air bags.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 320 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train101

02Unknown Or Other32

03Engine17

04Electrical System17

05Structure15

320 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Tacoma Fuel Economy

18–21mpg combined

17-19city

20-24hwy

$2,100-$2,450/yr

The 2016 Toyota Tacoma delivers 18 to 21 MPG combined across 7 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Tacoma 2WD - Automatic (S6)

21mpg

2.7L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

19 city23 hwy~$2,100/yr5/10 Average

Tacoma 2WD - Automatic (S6)

21mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr5/10 Average

Tacoma 4WD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

2.7L 4-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

19 city22 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Tacoma 4WD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

18 city23 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Tacoma 4WD - Manual 5-spd

20mpg

2.7L 4-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

19 city21 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Tacoma 4WD - Manual 6-spd

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

17 city21 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

Tacoma 4WD Double Cab - Manual 6-spd

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

17 city20 hwy~$2,450/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2016 Toyota Tacoma

37States

31%in top 3

California has the most inventory at 14%, with options spread across 37 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

CACalifornia

4,05614%

TXTexas

3,40011%

FLFlorida

1,8946%

AZArizona

1,6676%

PAPennsylvania

1,3725%

COColorado

1,2574%

NCNorth Carolina

8873%

DEDelaware

8743%

OROregon

8523%

WAWashington

8503%

DCWashington DC

8463%

GAGeorgia

8203%

NHNew Hampshire

7963%

NYNew York

7472%

MDMaryland

7432%

UT639

HI600

IL537

MO492

NJNew Jersey

4261%

TNTennessee

4251%

OK420

RI419

NV407

MA401

OH385

MN351

MI320

AL298

IN263

VA249

VT236

ME219

WI178

AR172

ID162

KY157

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

2016 Toyota Tacoma Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2016 Toyota Tacoma a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Toyota Tacoma?

NHTSA shows 4 recall campaigns for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Toyota Tacoma?

You'll get between 18 and 21 MPG combined from the 2016 Toyota Tacoma, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2016 Toyota Tacoma?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 320 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.