Model year
2012 Toyota Tacoma
NHTSA lists 7 recalls and 295 complaints for the 2012 Toyota Tacoma (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ENGINE (122), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (52), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (43). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA rated 2 variants 4 stars overall. EPA rates it 17–22 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,050–$3,950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 211 complaints
- 2001 396 complaints
- 2002 333 complaints
- 2003 360 complaints
- 2004 414 complaints
- 2005 707 complaints
- 2006 782 complaints
- 2007 541 complaints
- 2008 449 complaints
- 2009 519 complaints
- 2010 294 complaints
- 2011 186 complaints
- 2012 295 complaints
- 2013 125 complaints
- 2014 93 complaints
- 2015 101 complaints
- 2016 324 complaints
- 2017 243 complaints
- 2018 209 complaints
- 2019 219 complaints
- 2020 90 complaints
- 2021 81 complaints
- 2022 59 complaints
- 2023 54 complaints
- 2024 154 complaints
- 2025 112 complaints
- 2026 12 complaints
Recalls
17V425000 · Jul 3, 2017
EQUIPMENT; 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.
14V475000 · Aug 4, 2014
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare…
14V054000 · Feb 12, 2014
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake system contains a brake actuator that adjusts the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder. An…
13V494000 · Oct 17, 2013
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Tacoma vehicles equipped with 18" Maverick Alloy Wheels. In the affected vehicles, the spare tire requires the use of a different style of lug nut to attach it to the vehicle than the other…
13V123000 · Apr 9, 2013
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota…
13V014000 · Jan 16, 2013
SEATS; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model…
12V158000 · Apr 10, 2012
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GULF STATES TOYOTA (GST) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 TACOMA TRUCKS. THE TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION PLACARD ON EACH VEHICLE CONTAINS INACCURATE SPARE TIRE SIZE AND COLD INFLATION PRESSURE INFORMATION. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF…
Complaints
295 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 16, fire flag on 0, injury field 6, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA19001 | Electrical overstress · AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | Apr 19, 2019 | Sep 19, 2024 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PU/CC 2WD | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 · possibility 0.147 | NHTSA photo |
| PU/CC 4WD | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 · possibility 0.191 | NHTSA photo |
| PU/EC 2WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.147 | — |
| PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.191 | — |
| PU/RC 2WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.147 | — |
| PU/RC 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.191 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma 2WD · 2.7L · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Tacoma 2WD · 2.7L · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 25 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| Tacoma 2WD · 4L · Automatic 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 21 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Tacoma 2WD · 4L · Manual 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Tacoma 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic 4-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 21 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Tacoma 4WD · 2.7L · Manual 5-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 20 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Tacoma 4WD · 4L · Automatic 5-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Tacoma 4WD · 4L · Manual 6-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 19 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
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