2023 Toyota Tacoma Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
27/100
#12 most-complained of 16 Tacoma years
The 2023 Toyota Tacoma has a Complaint Index of 27 and ranks 12th worst out of 16 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other Tacoma years. It has 54 complaints, 4 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls.
- Complaints
- 54
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 18.5 city / 22 hwy
Top 2023 Toyota Tacoma problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System13 (24%)
- Engine11 (20%)
- Other10 (19%)
- Steering9 (17%)
- Airbags8 (15%)
- Transmission & Powertrain7 (13%)
- Brakes6 (11%)
- Visibility & Wipers3 (6%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (4%)
- Structure & Body2 (4%)
What owners report
- Owners report airbags failing to deploy or only partially deploying (side curtain only) during frontal or head-on collisions.
- Some drivers describe the vehicle continuing to move forward after a crash because the brakes would not engage.
- Electrical system complaints include white smoke and a fire originating near the steering column, and wiring harness damage attributed to rodent activity.
- Owners note low power steering fluid without visible leaks, with tie rod boots appearing to hold fluid.
- Multiple owners report delays getting the rear axle recall (24V152000) repaired because replacement parts were not available.
- One owner reports the truck came with only one catalytic converter cover, raising fire risk concerns in dry grass.
2023 Toyota Tacoma recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V040000Jan 29, 2025Airbags1,716 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.
- NHTSA 24V152000Feb 27, 2024Transmission & Powertrain381,199 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Risk: Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.
- NHTSA 23V480000Jul 12, 2023Airbags152,927 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
2023 Toyota Tacoma fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 22 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Tacoma years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Toyota Tacoma reliable?
- Relative to other Tacoma model years, the 2023 has a Complaint Index of 27 and ranks 12th worst of 16 years tracked, giving it a "Good" verdict. It has 54 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Toyota Tacoma?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, with 13 complaints (24% share), including one fire report. Engine issues follow with 11 complaints, and Steering with 9 complaints.
- Does the 2023 Toyota Tacoma have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2023 Tacoma, covering airbag spiral cable assemblies, a rear axle shaft separation issue, and child seat anchor welds. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2023 Tacoma compare to other Tacoma years?
- The 2023 Tacoma's Complaint Index of 27 is much lower than the worst years, 2010 (87) and 2024 (100), placing it among the better Tacoma model years.