The 2026 Toyota Tacoma's low safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 5 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma has accumulated 5 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with lane departure,back over prevention,forward collision avoidance leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Lane Departure,back Over Prevention,forward Collision Avoidance1

02Visibility,structure1

03Power Train,engine,fuel/propulsion System1

04Power Train1

05Electrical System1

5 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Tacoma Fuel Economy

20–23mpg combined

18-22city

23-26hwy

$2,950-$3,400/yr

With 10 configurations tested, the 2026 Toyota Tacoma ranges from 20 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 3 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Tacoma 2WD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Tacoma Hybrid 4WD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

22 city24 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Tacoma Hybrid 4WD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

22 city24 hwy~$2,950/yr5/10 Average

Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD - Automatic (S8)

22mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city24 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

Tacoma 4WD - Automatic (S8)

21mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr4/10 Average

Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD - Automatic (S8)

21mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

19 city23 hwy~$3,200/yr4/10 Average

Tacoma 4WD MT - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

18 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr4/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2026 Toyota Tacoma

35States

29%in top 3

If you're near California, you're in luck: 12% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

CACalifornia

3,48312%

TXTexas

2,86310%

FLFlorida

2,0207%

PAPennsylvania

1,6716%

DCWashington DC

1,1614%

AZArizona

1,1024%

MDMaryland

1,0364%

OROregon

1,0214%

DEDelaware

1,0004%

COColorado

9833%

GAGeorgia

8823%

NCNorth Carolina

8253%

WAWashington

7733%

NHNew Hampshire

6992%

NYNew York

5692%

UTUtah

5392%

HIHawaii

5232%

ILIllinois

5042%

MOMissouri

4912%

TNTennessee

4852%

NVNevada

4472%

OH407

MA385

RI356

MI352

NJ348

AL327

OK318

VA293

MN288

IN210

VT209

ME195

KY181

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2026.

2026 Toyota Tacoma: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2026 Toyota Tacoma a good car to buy?

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report lane departure,back over prevention,forward collision avoidance as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2026 Toyota Tacoma?

Depending on configuration, the 2026 Toyota Tacoma delivers 20–23 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2026 Toyota Tacoma?

Out of 5 owner complaints, lane departure,back over prevention,forward collision avoidance issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2026 compare to other Toyota Tacoma years?

Each Toyota Tacoma model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Toyota Tacoma overview page.