2001 Toyota Tacoma vs 2003 Toyota Tacoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Toyota Tacoma | 2003 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 396 | 359 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 129 | 139 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 40 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 16–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 144,000 mi | 110,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tacoma | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 228 | 181 |
| Suspension | 81 | 66 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 26 |
| Tires | 13 | 21 |
| Power Train | 15 | 18 |
| Steering | 20 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 218 | 169 |
| Stalling | 14 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2001 Toyota Tacoma
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.