Does the 2017 Toyota Tacoma have a fuel system recall?

Yes. Recall 20V682000, reported in November 2020, covers the fuel system and involves replacing the fuel pump assembly free of charge; it is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2017 Tacoma?

NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 model year, which is 10% of the 239 total complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2017 Tacoma?

The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints is 20,000 miles.

Are the 2017 Tacoma fuel system complaints linked to crashes or fires?

No. NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported fuel system complaints for this year.

Is the 2017 Tacoma worse than other years for fuel system issues?

Complaint share varies by year; 2017 sits at 10% of that year's total complaints, lower than 2018 (32%) and 2019 (34%), which had higher shares in this category.

2017 Toyota Tacoma Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma, 10% of its 239 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 20,000. A related recall (20V682000) covers a fuel pump assembly replacement.

Fuel System complaints: 25; 10% of 239
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 20,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power and acceleration while driving, sometimes with the check engine and trac off lights coming on.
Some describe fuel leaking from the fuel lines or high-pressure direct injection connections near the fuel tank or engine bay, occasionally with a gas smell in the cabin.
Several owners report engine rpm surging or bouncing at idle and while driving, which they link to a failing fuel pump.
Others describe the truck stalling, hesitating, or cutting out under acceleration as if fuel delivery is inconsistent.
One owner reported the fuel filler door breaking and no longer closing after refueling.
One owner said parts for the recall repair were not available for an extended period after being notified.

When 2017 Toyota Tacoma fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 28, 2017, latest Jun 4, 2026.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2017 to Jun 2026; peak Jan 2021 (3).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma

NHTSA 20V682000Nov 4, 2020Fuel System1,525,742 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Fuel System complaints by Tacoma model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20107 (2%)
20113 (2%)
201253 (18%)
20136 (5%)
20144 (4%)
20155 (5%)
201614 (4%)
201725 (10%)
201865 (32%)
201975 (34%)
202023 (26%)
20219 (11%)
20226 (10%)
20231 (2%)
20245 (3%)
20251 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Toyota Tacoma have a fuel system recall?: Yes. Recall 20V682000, reported in November 2020, covers the fuel system and involves replacing the fuel pump assembly free of charge; it is not a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
How common are fuel system complaints on the 2017 Tacoma?: NHTSA lists 25 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 model year, which is 10% of the 239 total complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2017 Tacoma?: The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints is 20,000 miles.
Are the 2017 Tacoma fuel system complaints linked to crashes or fires?: No. NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported fuel system complaints for this year.
Is the 2017 Tacoma worse than other years for fuel system issues?: Complaint share varies by year; 2017 sits at 10% of that year's total complaints, lower than 2018 (32%) and 2019 (34%), which had higher shares in this category.