2019 Toyota Tacoma
Common Problems
Ranked from 74 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
19 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Brake Fluid Leaking into Driver Footwell
23complaintsHigh severityBrakesBrake fluid is leaking into the driver footwell, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V888000
- 2
Engine Stall at Idle
21complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, possibly due to a stop-start system failure.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Fuel pump malfunction leading to stalling
19complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel pump may stop operating, causing the engine to stall and the vehicle to be unable to restart.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 20V682000, 20V012000
- 4
Water Intrusion into Cabin
19complaintsMedium severityOtherWater is leaking into the cabin, causing mold growth and electrical corrosion.
Related recall: 19V244000
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Steering Rack Leaking Fluid
9complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering rack is leaking fluid, requiring replacement.
$900–$2,000est. steering rack replacement · 4–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Fuel System Surges and Rough Idling
5complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel system causes the engine to surge and run roughly, especially when shifting gears.
Related recalls: 20V682000, 20V012000
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Inconsistent fuel gauge readings
4complaintsLow severityFuel systemThe fuel gauge may provide inconsistent readings, affecting fuel management and potentially leading to low fuel warnings.
Related recalls: 20V682000, 20V012000
- 8
Paint Chipping and Delamination
4complaintsMedium severityOtherPaint is chipping and delaminating, exposing underlying metal and leading to corrosion.
Related recall: 19V244000
- 9
Adaptive Cruise Control Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe adaptive cruise control system engages brakes unexpectedly without detecting an obstacle, putting the driver at risk.
Related recall: 19V244000
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Brake Malfunction Causing Unintended Movement
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brakes fail to function properly, leading to unintended vehicle movement and potential accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V888000
- 11
Brake Pedal Goes to Floor Without Proper Stopping Force
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal goes to the floor but does not provide sufficient stopping force, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V888000
- 12
Engine Shuddering During Braking
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe engine shudders between 40-10 mph during braking, causing inconsistent performance.
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Intermittent Braking Issues
2complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe brakes intermittently fail to provide proper stopping power, especially under emergency conditions.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V888000
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Radio/Head Unit Reboots Randomly
2complaintsLow severityElectricalThe radio/head unit reboots randomly, disrupting Bluetooth connectivity and other functions.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Severe Vibration During Braking
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle experiences severe vibrations during braking, especially when coming to a complete stop.
Related recall: 19V244000
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Transmission downshift lag
2complaintsLow severityTransmissionThe transmission may not downshift properly, causing a lag in shifting gears while slowing down.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 17
Transmission Jerking and Shifting Issues
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts improperly and jerks during acceleration and deceleration, leading to potential loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 18
Unexpected Brake Engagement
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe brake system engages unexpectedly, causing sudden deceleration without any apparent reason, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V244000
- 19
Unprompted Acceleration Due to Electrical System Fault
2complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle accelerates unexpectedly without the driver’s input, potentially leading to loss of control.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.