2021 Toyota Tacoma vs 2023 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 | 2021 Toyota Tacoma | 2023 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 50 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 74 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tacoma | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 11 |
| Power Train | 13 | 6 |
| Engine | 10 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 8 |
| Steering | 3 | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2021 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.