2016-2019 Toyota Tacoma Reliability Issues Explained

The next-gen Toyota Tacoma has run into reliability issues according to popular studies and consumer advocacy groups. However, is it really that unreliable? Not really, we break down the various issues with the new 2018 Toyota Tacoma and the 2016 Tacoma plus 2017 Tacoma. We get to the root of the problem.
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[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Here is our video on the JD Power Dependability study results: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWGQnH-tppeIgJI

[@Brian-vz7xe]

JD Pwer Award??!! What they can't test is how many Vehicles last up to 300K miles? YEEEEEAAAHHH that's right! How in the Hell are they gonna test that, Wait twenty years then go back in time to 2019 to write their findings??!! Toyota has something called Return Customer Marketing! When Ford and Chevy R&D'ed their cars to only last less than 200k because they want you to keep coming back and buying their shit cars. NO THANKS! Hey Ford don't come back till you start making quality cars again, matter of fact just don't come back!! Lol

[@fatman2wheels730]

@@Brian-vz7xe Ford is one of 2 car companies to have no bankruptcies. They must be doing something right.

[@timdoan4805]

Brian you are absolutely right!

[@Brian-vz7xe]

@theviet There is an old Conspiracy Theory and still running. That American Car Manufacturers Research and Develop (R&D) their entire car to only last so many miles. I quite frankly seems like right on point. Take it for what its worth. They shot themselves in the foot.

[@kevinkidneyy]

JD is a joke ! 😂😂😂

[@CokaRolla]

JD power lost the little “credibility” they had when they claimed the entire Chevy line up was more reliable than Honda and Toyota

[@davidklimmek3192]

Sorry the Tacoma is a total turd.

[@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744]

jd powers are people that don't have any other work to do so they act as if there judging cars. ( chevy comercials )

[@herbiehusker1889]

Honda and Toyota suck now. They have been relying on their past reputation for too long.

[@jeffreysmall8902]

I know some one who bought two vans one the engine blew up the door fell off all less the 2 years old the Rav 4 has relablity issues. I agree they build great trucks wish they road better on placement

[@MichaelRCarlson]

"Initial quality" is meaningless anyway. I want to see them test my 92 Toyota for reliability, with over 300k miles.

[@stseely1]

JD power is a joke. Just depends who pays.

[@wingatemose1182]

Bingo !

[@karlschauff7989]

Apparently Toyota pays a lot then? They're at the top most of the time. I guess according to your theory, Toyota just decided not to pay for the Tacoma to get a good rating?

[@badger3184]

They seem like pointless awards aimed at deceiving customers.

[@carsoncraig441]

karl schauff watch doughnuts video on it explains it very well

[@beyondspace3736]

@@karlschauff7989 did you know one company got caught being paid to say good things about product

[@SlimmProductions]

Do you know JD Power awards are governed by a marketing firm? They are designed to influence consumers, not to be an unbiased party to help consumers.

[@graphguy]

What are you basing that assessment on?

[@rapfromthefutureunknownrap8828]

Look it up it’s true

[@graphguy]

@@rapfromthefutureunknownrap8828 when you make an accusation, it is up to you to provide the validated supporting documentation.

[@er1115]

Graph Guy it is up to you to google it. He let you to the water. Now drink it. You’re stuck in 1998. Move into this century.

[@graphguy]

E Rivers obviously you nothing about law, case presentation or the truth. A lawyer does not make an allegation and then say to the court.... “go look it up”. That is snowflake stupidity and rather ANTIFA in its tactic.

[@nittanyburg20]

JD Power became irrelevant the second they said a GM product was dependable

[@gendyn58779]

GM says that 70% of their vehicles are made outside of the U.S. They are building the majority of them in the P.R.C. , better known as communist China. There is a video to prove what I'm saying on KZbin also. Look it up.

[@D-Man_Jam]

GM products are reliable, just not as much as some Toyotas.

[@anotherrandomtexan25]

Yeah neither of my older Silverados went less than 300k miles with minimal problems, terrible I tell ya!!!

[@nittanyburg20]

anotherrandomtexan25 anecdotal fallacy. That’s like saying “my grandfather smoked and lived to be 80 so smoking isn’t bad for you”

[@anotherrandomtexan25]

@@nittanyburg20 well then I guess everyone's high mile gm truck doesn't exist then lmao

[@jbshryock]

2018 Tacoma TRD off road... I have 64k miles and use it for work in the oilfield. Lots of rough roads and haven't had a single issue

[@isabelavelez4566]

God bless !! Awesome ! Love Tacomas😄😄

[@TheActiveAssault]

k

[@mauriceandrews2723]

2010 TRD Tacoma -200,000 mi. no problemos! 😁

[@shepherdofelo1122]

No shitty throttle response? Doubt it.

[@jbshryock]

@@shepherdofelo1122 currently at 76k miles... but no throttle response issues... I do use Ams oil fuel additive however and have since I first bought...

[@tcymtz]

I just quit working for GM a few months ago and have a degree in Mechanical Engineering. As someone who has seen the inner workings, I will NEVER, EVER buy a GM product. Just purchased a Toyota Tacoma instead.

[@johnwcyne8847]

@@2011buddylee how much is Chevy paying you to say that?

[@BA-gn3qb]

@@2011buddylee - And . . . Why would you become a four peat buyer, if the 1st one sucked?

[@goofietran2511]

Why did you have to own 4 of them if there are plenty of problems with everyone of them?

[@mattgeiger9988]

Dude they are boring simple machines, being a engineer you think you would respect that every machine breaks

[@goofietran2511]

All the machine will break down at some point but the question is how long will it take and how often does it break down.

[@nealmanning5071]

JD Power is on the take, talk to owners and mechanics.

[@skopa1223]

100%

[@davidklimmek3192]

Yea sure... they dont show ur desired results so it's a credibility issue.

[@drakeanton2000]

David Klimmek Toyota is 100% the most reliable manufacturer. Gm and FCA ARENT good at all and Ford is barely above them.

[@dre5491]

GM is one of the largest sponsors to JD Power lol. My Tacoma has been a great truck so far.

[@karlschauff7989]

Apparently Toyota is also a big sponsor of JD Power? They're at the top of the list quite often.

[@r.d.9399]

Some year of the Tacoma are seriously terrible.

[@Clipsis_]

The worst year tacoma is still 10x better than the best yr Chevy, Ford or dodge,🤣🤣🤣

[@jfazzuoli3813]

Being a life long Honda fan and owner it was hard walking away from the Ridgeline but lack of manual transmission and goofy looks brought me to the Tacoma. Initially I was alarmed by the problems they were having with the Tacoma but I took a chance and bought a 2019 TRD Sport 4x4. 3 months later and 6k miles it has been pretty awesome. I have a manual so the trans issue was never a problem. I live in the Tacomaworld forum and can report the auto transmission problem is no longer an issue. It is a very nice truck and they still sell a quarter million per year so people must be happy with them. Not to mention, it has the highest resale value of any vehicle in history.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Thanks for commenting. I was seeing the same thing about the auto trans issue being put to rest. It really does seem like Toyota will regain the top spot here in the next few years.

[@mrfunkybassist]

քօӀվʍօɾքհìҟ most will agree but the issue is they lump the raptor in with the regular f150’s and because of this, they arent in the top spot but if you were to seperate it, it would be there

[@rcdogmanduh4440]

Manual transmission was a smart choice, I wanted the manny but got talked into an automatic. 2018 off road never what the tranny is going to do!

[@RealEstateClub-]

@@rcdogmanduh4440 I was going for the manual too, but also was talked into the Auto by the salesman/wife/kids/(if the dog could talk he probably would have as well). No regrets for me though. I love that I can lock the automatic into a gear, so I'm good.

[@peterorigenes4358]

@@Pickuptrucktalk Quality and reliability ratings, Consumer Reports and the car mags reviews and ratings, and showroom salespeople are not reliable. Only by test driving and then looking carefully at discussions on the actual issues with a thoughtful eye reveal more relevant info. Even then it takes real seat time to learn any good vehicle. The bad ones are immediately obvious. I bought my daughter a 2019 SR5 with 40k miles. Drove it NJ to WA, over the Rockies and Cascades. Love it. Runs strong and stable. Handles well. Comfortable but feels, looks and drives like a truck should be, vs a crossover, SUV or car. Everything works. Seat is comfortable after many hours. Plenty of power to cruise Montana at 90 mph, accelerate up mountain passes. Tranny did not hunt. Mileage not class leading but good enough. Regular fuel. I like the seating position! I’d like to have one for myself. I am 59, have had all kinds of vehicles as big as a Chevy suburban, minivans, mazda3, speed3, Audi A6 turbo diesel, A3 wagon, Saabs old and older. Rented everything. I own 5 Alfas, vintage an Stelvio and 4C, and a CX5. Will sell the cx5 and Stelvio for the truck. And I love the Stelvio it is amazing and reliable. But the truck fits my fishing and skiing and carrying Alfa tire sets, towing, lifestyle. And I am a car and Alfa nut job. The Stelvio is amazing, the engineering and handling superb. Dealers suck but they don’t work on my cars. So my bar is high. I’ll get a 2019 SR5 and modify to my off road spec. Would love a MT but bad left knee, I’ll save the clutch for the 1974 Spider and 1982 GTV6. The Taco is so solid and is a real truck. Don’t want a turbo engine (no Ranger), don’t want it to be styled inside and out like a car (Colorado, Ridgeline) don’t want to drive on a highway like a pig (Gladiator), take up huge space (all full size trucks), need real off road and 4x4 capability (no crossovers), and proven systems that don’t break. Don’t need 500hp. Don’t need a cheaply built Nissan. My daughter loves it. I had built her a 2005 SportTrac, upgraded and lifted suspension, chipped v6 with stainless exhaust, XL with LSD, nice 33” tires K02, etc. Totaled by a red-light runner. The Taco is a big upgrade.

[@paulkerby4829]

I’ve had five Tacoma’s over the years never had a bad one

[@matt-mk7qx]

the old ones will never let u down

[@whiskeyblood7258]

What’s your experience with reliability comparing the 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder?

[@hermanssandoval3014]

Weird getting a reply two years later but, the third gen Tacoma (I own one and I love these truck) is prolly the worst ones made. Not all people get these problems listed but it’s stupid how majority do t

[@Sharpsticks]

Bought a 2017 Tacoma TRD off-road double cab has been solid as a rock so far no issues

[@davidklimmek3192]

Sell it now! Get a new Ranger. Be proactive. Tacoma is a turd.

[@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744]

sorry buddy but you have no rights to call the Tacoma a turd, if anything I would say the ranger is far worse @@davidklimmek3192

[@Nics574]

SuperCowboy1972 how many miles do you have on your truck. Curious because I have one.

[@samuelsherman5513]

@ I don't know, I had a ford focus titanium that was only a couple years old and it was in the shop multiple times.

[@JJustinXu]

David Klimmek your actually stupid!

[@BGreat2]

I have a 2017 tacoma sport double cab and have put over 50000 miles on it without a problem.

[@KickDrumKid23]

Same here

[@BGreat2]

@@KickDrumKid23 I'm at 78000 and still running strong.

[@benjaminogle11]

curious what kind of driving you do? Any time I take mine somewhere with big hills or high elevation the truck is always searching for gears and generally rides like crap on cruise control. I've also had it throw P0171/0174 codes at high elevation.

[@BGreat2]

@@benjaminogle11 it is a year later and I have just over 87000 miles on mine. I drive over passes that are 6000 feet or so. When I tow I always use the ECT power button while towing. Ours doesn't have this searching symptom. It has been great. I have driven from north of Seattle Washington to Parker Arizona and back. Driven to Montana, Southern Idaho and all over Washington state. Sorry you have this problem.

[@RagingBad]

@@benjaminogle11 read the manual! TOYOTA recommends to use the ECT mode in those conditions

[@joefran619]

still driving my 1996 tacoma

[@loveydovey4u]

How many miles on her??

[@joefran619]

95,000 original miles

[@goofietran2511]

What a baby, my 2000 SR5 has 360000 original miles on it and my friend is driving it now

[@loveydovey4u]

@@goofietran2511 Your friend is driving it?? 😡

[@goofietran2511]

Yes sir he is. He needed a work truck so I gave it to him. Hated to part with it. It got me through school twice with zero issue. In 2016, this same friend and I put 40, 000 on it going fishing, Dallas to any where in the Southern Texas coast, as far as South Padre Island (appx 650 miles one way). There was a recall on the ball joints in 2010 but I did not know about it and the right one collapsed on me in 2015. I replaced both front ones for $500 part and labor. Clutch master cylinder went out at 330, 000 miles because I am too lazy to flush the system for years. I'd bought it for $30 and replaced it myself. The original battery was out in 2011 and original serpentine belts were hanging on threads and replaced in 2013. I stopped getting regular maintenance at 200,000 miles. Last time I changed my transmission oil was at 175000 miles. Those were the issues I had that I could remember and all of them were my faults. I intended to drive it until it goes out on me but my buddy loved it and he liked doing maintenance himself so I let him have it. After I gave him this 2000 SR5 I'd bought a 2018 Tacoma Sport and sunk it on a fishing trip then recently bought a 2019 Tacoma Off Road. I have to admit, the new ones are not as good as the older ones. I have GPS issues with the 2018 and the 2019 had break dust covering the front wheels for the first 4000 miles. It's all good now. I miss the old time when Mexican folks roll down their window at the stop light and ask if I would sell my truck for 5 grands.

[@justincase9638]

You nailed it. My 2016 Tacoma still has a less than optimal transmission.. it's not smooth, it's not bad, it shifts too early and makes the truck feel slow... but at 50k miles - not one true issue with the truck. I never complained to Toyota about the shifting - I just drove it. I never brought it to the shop for a fix ( did have the fist transmission reflash done during one oil change interval - it was recommended) I learned to love the truck. It rides great, it drives great. It shifts so - so. I am confidence now that the truck will last at least 200K miles without any issues whatsoever. You nailed it.

[@thaiyota]

@Gary R Lol holy shit thats a lot of miles

[@iShowUnusualBehavior]

Tune

[@frankcee4342]

I have a 2016 automatic 4 cyl. BUT, the owners manual neglected to include this important info: To get up a minor incline do the following: 1)Press the ECT button. 2) Put trans in 3rd gear. 3) Press the gas peddle about 1/2 way to the floor 4) Stay to the right so people can pass 5) Be patient, in about 10 minutes you'll hit 30 mph. But don't fret, the engine will last many thousands of miles and be super reliable.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

So... your saying it might be underpowered... 😂

[@frankcee4342]

@@Pickuptrucktalk Just a tad.

[@DimagoDiesel]

I have a 2017 TRD sport 6' 2" bed 4-door automatic. Absolutely LOVE my truck. Reliable, great on fuel, hauls my boat with easy, my ATV fits perfect in the bed and I really like the versatility of the back seats being able to fold them down and having a large hard plastic surface area for anything you need to take with you. I took it to my Toyota dealership in the first 10,000kms to get the ECM flash for the transmission shifting, not a single issue with this vehicle at all and I have 70,000kms on mine. TRD ftw!

[@Martimus98]

In my opinion, JD Power reviews and studies are typically open to the highest bidder. I typically place little or no credence in anything they say or any "awards" they offer.

[@bigriver3278]

You can say that again....it's so all these shitty car companies can woo you with bullshit instead of putting out a quality product.

[@samuelsherman5513]

I think Car and Driver has been accused of some of the same stuff as well.

[@unknownwelder6815]

Smart man

[@gooddaymate1171]

if that was the case, wouldn't Chrysler pay for high marks and not remain at the bottom?

[@rudythecuban1589]

Nice review, and thank for the overlook. The ratings are sometimes unfair, they always remind me of; “When I do something right nobody remembers, but when I do something wrong nobody forgets” And fact that many consumers out there are like “The Queen That Still Feels The Bean Through Thirteen Mattresses”

[@TacomaDad]

I’ve put 25xxx miles on my 18 and haven’t had it a year yet. I haul material in it, take it off road and the traveling back and forth to work. It’s been by FAR the most reliable truck I’ve ever owned.

[@adventureanglingpnw1821]

I just bought a 2019 Tacoma TRD off road and I'm super happy with it. I'll take my Toyota product over a GM any day.

[@youflatscreentube]

I have a good friend who is a 100% Ford man. He has a job where he drives Toyota TRD’s for off road demos. He said that he is amazed that something can go right out of the showroom without modifications and handle the beating they are exposed to. Yet to have an issue with any of them he says.

[@mauriceandrews2723]

Toyota make a good car/ Truck, I drive both! 😉

[@CarnutMM]

I love my automatic 2017 Tacoma TRD OR. No issues with my transmission. I’d do it agin if I had to. No regrets.

[@nbaldo003]

Same! Even w the “sluggish” trans the tacoma smokes the competition. Just imagine when GM’s 8 speed and Ford’s 10 speed will need to be replaced if they haven’t already lol

[@davidklimmek3192]

Sell it! Tacoma turd. Is what it is.

[@davidklimmek3192]

@@nbaldo003 hardly fella. Tacoma is a turd. Ford's 10spd is super solid an best tech . Proven.

[@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744]

lie look online lots of people are getting recalls for it there trash (F150)@@davidklimmek3192

[@nbaldo003]

David Klimmek there’s mad recalls for the 10 speed. And it’s a brand new transmission. There’s nothing proven about it. Stop smoking crack dude! It’ll make you waste your money on a Ford.

[@kimlazo2376]

Just bought a 2019 Toyota Tacoma this past weekend. So close to buying a Chevy Colorado. But I am glad I went with the Tacoma. Looking forward to many years of driving a dependable truck.

[@dorianf1456]

The 2016 to 2019 Tacoma does have more issues than previous years but it's still better than any other midsize truck on the road. The issues that it does have are minor.

[@joetetrault7131]

Only thing that I’ve replaced on my Tacoma have been the wiper blades, air filter, oil and filter. End of story!

[@terryadams2652]

Joe, how many miles? Auto transmission or manual? Thanks

[@kenjohnson4423]

My 87 Toyota 4x4 been in the garage since I bought it new. Never a problem. Never left me stranded

[@rubenmorales5830]

2016 TRD OFF TOAD Tacoma bought in September 2015, now has 72,000 miles and seems like it’s doing ok to me. I’m happy with it.

[@juancha79]

I am still driving my 2007 toyota tacoma with 110000 miles. My 1992 toyota truck with 243000 with 0 zero issues.

[@tsi4ya]

110k is not a lot of miles.

[@chuckecheese4124]

I put 240k on my 2002 Tacoma, still running when I sold it for 3k! Bought a 2018 TRD OFF Road, love it.

[@Kaizer357]

Chuck E Cheese Love my ‘18 trd off road too!

[@juancha79]

not on the freeway. but I put half of the miles on off-road and I haven't had any problem with my taco. I @@tsi4ya

[@ramtrucks721]

Prove it...u can't.. shut up numbnuts

[@johnallen869]

I owned a 2006 Frontier for 10 years. There's not enough room to list all the issues I had with it, some major. I now own a 2016 Tacoma. I have not had a single issue or recall. I love it and will be buying another one. The only complaint I had was the Tacoma was pressed into the tailgate and wasn't very visible. I bought raised 3D letters for this on Amazon and they look great!

[@astonebrook91]

My 2017 Tacoma SR5 Access Cab, 2.7L 5 speed manual hasn't had a single issue.

[@juniormcclure139]

Still driving my 2007 tacoma on JAMAICA bad roads every day best pick up I have ever owned...

[@SmokinZen]

I have to say my 2017 TRD off-road died on me at an intersection. Electrical went out catastrophic failure. Toyota changed out fuse buss and really didn’t narrow down the problem. I have been driving it for about a year now no problems. I don’t trust it like I have my past tacos but so far it’s been ok??

[@isaiahlawson6797]

Love my 18 trd off road. No issues here.

[@smb7647]

JD is the equivalent to the Grammys or rock n roll hall of fame or getting in a fancy college these days..its who has the money

[@ThiccJungles]

Hahaha oooooh BURN!!! Nice one! 👍🏽

[@benjaminogle11]

I have a 2018 tacoma. I know the truck is underpowered so how do I know if it generally just sucks at high altitude and/or hills or if the ECM needs to be updated?

[@joshuathomas8529]

Transmission problems are nonexistent on the manual transmission model. I bought the manual mainly for the fun of it but the dependably of is a huge perk. My 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD off road just hit its one year birthday it has had zero problems. I have only put 5,000 on it.

[@jabocjacob7064]

I have a 2017 trd sport 6-speed manual and the only thing I hate about it is the gas mileage is atrocious.

[@Kaizer357]

Jaboc F what tires are you running? My ‘18 trd off road gets between 17-24 mpg wherever I go, although I run wranglers for summer and Cooper st Maxx’s for winter....this past winter was 14-17 mpg with the coopers.

[@jabocjacob7064]

Yikes I’m running the stock size highway terrains and I average 15-17. I upgraded from a 2003 3.4 5 speed Tacoma with a 3” lift and 33” bfg mud terrains and I averaged 14.5 with that... I’m a little worried to put any other tires on haha. I also drive like a maniac sometimes too so that doesn’t help much

[@joshuathomas8529]

@@Kaizer357 i am running the stock tire's. I have been getting 19-20 city, running at 65-70 down the highway getting 21. Going to and frome work a 2 mile round trip i am getting 14mpg. Towing a 3,000lb camper only tanken it on a 100 mile camp trip so far got 12mpg.

[@Kaizer357]

Jaboc F Yeah running mudders will reduce mileage. If anything, go with Cooper M&S or AT3. They’re sorta soft tires but they’re amazing off road and on road tires

[@Ir0nMaidan]

It is very indeed reliable when members around the world have over 100k MILES and 0 issues..theres already a member with 200k on a 3rd gen and has had 0 issues, rear ujoint and a serpertine belt...Even my 17 OR is having 0 issues and i abuse mine like crazy and im only at 42k

[@bossplayer510]

I have a 2017 my trans does everything you highlighted. Do I have to pay for the reflash myself or does Toyota take care of it? Suggestions on going about this?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Take it to the dealer. Reflash shouldn’t be that expensive.

[@MrTenhighguy]

2016 tacoma trd offroad on 33's with a 6speed manual and 78k miles I have had 0 issues with it. 85 miles a day to and from work and using 4wd every day getting up my driveway. Other than 18 mpg and absolutly 0 bottom end torque I love it.

[@irishsid13]

My 2016 has been running hard since I got it, zero issues

[@terryadams2652]

Since you got it? How many miles have you put on it? thanks

[@irishsid13]

@@terryadams2652 66673....low mileage

[@toyotatech2jz814]

With my experience There are no reliability issue. The tacoma will not leave you stranded. I personally love the 15 and older simply cause I think they drive better but either way the tacoma is a solid truck hands down.

[@mauriceandrews2723]

My 2010 runs Great!

[@spicysnowman8886]

2016 tacoma v6 65,000 miles 0 complaints

[@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744]

My friend has a 2012 or 2013 Tacoma and has 400000 miles just regular maintains ( oil change battery belts)

[@Nics574]

111,000 on my 17 sr5 4x4 zero issues

[@ethanwilliams9383]

I’m looking at buying a pre owned 2016-2018 Tacoma, have the problems on the 3rd gen Tacoma’s been completely fixed? Or will there be issues with buying a pre owned 2016-18?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

The problems should have all been addressed through the various TSBs Toyota has issued.

[@easadventures1349]

I have a Tacoma, and that gear hunting part is most definitely true. I'm currently looking into the OV Tune to fix it.

[@bye92]

My 2002 yota taco 4cyl manual trans had 280,000 miles on it. NOTHING wrong at all, then a tree fell on it :(

[@bye92]

@Jee Vang my dad did, considering he worked in NJ for Toyota and lives in PA. Great gas mileage. Also we worked that truck just as hard as any other with no issues. He also doesn't need to compensate so there's that too....

[@Proto6789]

that comment doe. Your dad has a giant hog...we get it

[@bye92]

@@Proto6789 wtf😂😂

[@wesleyblack1897]

that comment doe. Rip to the taco, from a fellow ‘02 Tacoma owner

[@zzgeorgezdane8559]

Most of our cars from late 90s and early 2000s are still on the road and reliable. Fast forward to 2014 and newer and theres all sorts of quality issues on these newer trucks (regardless of brand). Many of the probs r these new 7+ speed transmissions. I prefer a good 6 speed.

[@RNicknackpaddywhack]

For the trouble shifting into drive do you know which upgrade (software) is needed? Is there a code?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Take it to the dealer or run the vin through CarFax. This will tell you if you have an open TSB that needs addressed.

[@Bobby8451]

Hey buddy, great vid! Just wondering what u think about the 2013 or 2014 toyota tacoma's. I was looking at a 2014 toyota tacoma TRD Sport 4x4.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Pretty solid truck. I’m not a huge fan of the seats and cabin, but otherwise a solid choice.

[@Bobby8451]

@@Pickuptrucktalk I figured the seats and cabin were all th same from what I've seen.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Bobby8451 cabin is slightly different from the 2016 and 2014. I’m supposed to get a 2019 and I’ll detail my issues getting in and out on that video. Should be a few weeks.

[@carloabalos6456]

I have 92 Toyota pickup still running strong

[@Joe-cu4hi]

I would be curious to know if quality varies depending on where it is built? For example 4Runner is built in Japan, Tacoma’s are built in Texas and Mexico and my beloved Venza in Kentucky which I must admit does have a few fit and finish issues that I would dare say might not be there if it was designed and built in Japan

[@waltchan]

Correct, built in Japan is always more-reliable. The older Toyota T-100s in mid-90s were better than today.

[@MADMAX839]

I bought a 2017 Tacoma, so far zero issues. I bought it because my last Tokyo’ was 11.5 years old and 129,000 traveled with ONE ISSUE (that happened after about 100k miles): The FM radio died. I only traded it in because I wanted a truck.

[@crv20051]

I appreciate the research and thoughtful approach, nice work.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Thanks!

[@christiancunningham8899]

This guy just put unreliable on a picture of a Tacoma to get them views and it worked. Shit I'm even leaving a comment 😂. But he proves how reliable a Tacoma really is when only the software had to be reset. No mechanical issues. Ya Bish

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

😂 got ya! Actually, it is the only thing I could think of and it isn’t clickbait. I’m really talking about reliability.

[@FirstLast-kb7kn]

When it comes to reliability, I would ask owners of the vehicle before a car review company.

[@peterorigenes4358]

Just bought a used 2019 with 40k miles. Drove it cross country. No issues with tranny or shifting. Plenty of power. Cruised easily at 90mph. Truck drives smoothly. SR5 with v6.

[@ptmmatssc13]

I own the 2017 TRD off-road 4 door . NEVER an issue . Best vehicle I have owned in the past 30 years.

[@petercrown6644]

That's new still , my 98 ranger has 318k miles it's a 4 cyl with 8 spark plugs and 5 speed manual nothing out of regular work ,timing belt ,alternator, oil every 3k m , brakes , tires

[@LostDroneProductions]

As a Toyota technician the biggest problem I’ve come across is people comparing their old Tacoma’s to the new one.

[@mauriceandrews2723]

Yup my 2010 is running like a Champ 😎

[@JH-mt3pp]

You nailed it Robert. I had a 2008 Tacoma TRD Sport. I sold it and bought a new 2018 TRD OR and I did just what you said the first couple of months.I had to get used to the new one. Most of the gear hunting is 5th to 6th and back to 5th etc. If I'm not on the interstate I back out of the driveway, shift to S and up to 5th. This way the truck never goes into 6th gear.

[@LostDroneProductions]

Jim H there is a TSB that updates the shift points to fix that problem

[@user-ih8zh8up9u]

That's what happens when you put an engine and transmission designed for a passenger car in a pickup truck... Pickup trucks are meant for low range power and torque. Not to be wrung out at 6k RPM to achieve results.

[@JH-mt3pp]

@@user-ih8zh8up9u I agree. I use my truck mostly like a car so I've gotten used to it. The 4.0 in my 2008 was hard to beat imo.

[@williamrohde2621]

Have a 17 sr 4x4 since new. This article is solid about the trans flash issue. I have not had my trans updated and the best way to describe it is like the trans is tired and slow to respond. I have adjusted my driving to this and have gotten used to it. Aside from that it has been mechanically solid aside from 1 engine stall and it's at 31000 miles currently. All in all its a very reliable car, just hesitates so drive accordingly.

[@Xx_Sterbern_xX]

Its TSB 0062-18. It stumbles upon WOT. Get it done sir. It fix my issue. Runs better than before.

[@liveraddieradder]

Put it in ECT power mode and it shifts like Dale Earnhardt!

[@chuckfoster1241]

My 17 Tacoma SR Access Cab suits me perfectly

[@bfm1q2w]

Great info. Thanks sir. I’ll be buying a ‘20 taco trd 4x4 off road this year. Hey to all: what’s your favorite color? I’m thinking cement.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Cement is a great color!

[@wesleym.3588]

I have a 2017 Tacoma work truck with 65k miles, no problems, just regular oil changes, like many other Tacoma owner, so these ratings are totally unreliable.

[@coleehoskins]

Freind has a 2017 Tacoma trd off road and he has 54k and has only changed the oil and a tire plugged

[@Kstxrd]

2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4x4 Sport Double Cab Long Bed was built on 11/4/15 in Mexico and delivered to me in Bremerton, Wa. on 11/23/15. My truck now has 47,800+ miles as of 3/16/19. My truck had both the cam sensor and the leaking rear diff recalls done and has had one rear back up light bulb replaced at about 14,000 miles. No other issues...I love my truck and would buy it again.

[@Mascotal]

Thanks a bunch for putting light on this issue. I'm buying my first Taco this year so I needs to know.

[@coreygillum12]

2009 Tacoma with 175000 miles. Never had any issue. Still runs like the day I bought it. Best truck ever built. I will never own anything else as long as I can drive.

[@skopa1223]

JD power is marketing. Mechanics and every Toyota owner I’ve ever spoken to know Toyota’s are at the top of the list.

[@danantitrump3206]

DA this is about 2016-2019 nothing to do with you karen

[@shawngrant1757]

Only issue I had with my 2010 Tacoma is the front bearings that seem to always go out at 100000 miles. Now I have a Tundra we will see how it goes.

[@davidklimmek3192]

Tundra is a 2nd tier truck. Shoulda gone Ford partner!

[@howardkerr8174]

According to CarComplaints.Com, there is a problem with the V6 automatic transmission combination, does the 4 cylinder engine use a different automatic transmission?

[@ghall1314]

Will a dealer do a reflash on my 2016 TRD offroad if its out warranty? 51k miles and having some issues w the hard shifting. Thx

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Sure. TSB should supersede warranty.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

TSB=technical service bulletin. It us s notice sent to dealers. You can check TSBs done via a Carfax report.

2016 TRD Sport, 55k miles, 1 recall, oil and filter change every 5k miles. 0 problems!

[@bryankasteler663]

JD Power is "fake news" and is a "pay to play" organization. My 2010 OR 4WD Tacoma with 137K miles only had a worn $125 transmission mount replaced. Tacoma's are tough as nails. The resale value is proof. No one would pay top dollar for a truck that has a reputation of junking out in a few years.

[@davidklimmek3192]

Tacoma is a turd. Cut ur losses. Be proactive! Chevy or Ford only.

[@josephgalbraith440]

@@davidklimmek3192 gm umakes rust buckets

[@KolH907]

2017 Tacoma Trd Sport. 6 speed manual Issues 1. Detent ball would expand on a long drive and not allow me to shift out of that gear. 2. Throwout bearing at 25,000 miles 3. Another throw out bearing at 34,000 miles 4. Coolant leak from as service advisor said “coolant by pass” I love the truck but it makes it really hard not to hate it.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Interesting. First I’ve heard of a manual Tacoma having issues.

[@compamigue4822]

Hi everyone! I just bought a 2019 Tacoma 4x4 off road manual transmission however I'm new with truck and I would like to know if theres some issues with it. Thanks !

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

The manual transmission should be just fine.

[@compamigue4822]

@@2011buddylee thank you bud

[@Irven51]

Good info once again, Tim. I wondered if they'd got the issues resolved. It seems they have. It makes sense they have. I have yet to talk to anyone that has a Tacoma of any year that doesn't love it. They never complain about issues either.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Thanks Irven! Got me curious, so I took a closer look. If you look at the forums and things, you will find the issue seems pretty much resolved. I expect this to be a blip in the radar pretty soon.

[@PeterLegler]

Ah, as someone who bought a Tacoma recently I was surprised, however having a manual is a win. Also it's an 18.

[@ibetrollintheybehatin6857]

same here 6sp man in the TRD OR double cab. Zero issues besides trying to back up a trailer and lots of valve noise like a diesel.. you had anything like that?

[@jaredpaulcarr]

Great video. Had exact the info I was looking for about 16-19 Tacomas. Thanks!!!

[@thecheesybagel8589]

just get a manual

[@mikeheckathorn5692]

Seen a few new Tacomas with a 6 speed manual. When my 2006 tundra finally dies I was considering getting one.

[@kebleward7550]

I have a 2016 manual with no problem. The only issue is; only 5% of Toyota vehicles are manual transmission.

[@compamigue4822]

I have a 2019 trd off road manual transmission. I just install the sprint booster to eliminate the throttle delay, now it drives like it a champion!

[@mblake0420]

I have one

[@JoseGonzalez-uw8nu]

For those of you with a manual, would you recommend buying one? I'm looking to get one soon after I sell my pickup

[@spartan8390]

2019 TRD OR V6 Manual transmission, ZERO issues with my truck, outside a sensor replacement for the PCS in the grill. Blast to drive, crazy reliable, great investment.

[@davemiller6155]

I must have hit the lottery. I drive a 4x4 TRD 2016 and have put 75,000 miles on it without incident. Nice job on the video!

[@p-51mustang51]

2016 Tacoma trd off road 4wd, 113,000 miles. Does great with no transmission issues at all.

[@lancelittleton9802]

So essentially, buy the manual, preferably with the bullet-proof 2.7 and you're fine? This may be good news, however I don't see myself selling my 5 speed 2nd gen for a long time!

[@wellgeo223]

Well, you wouldn’t know it by their value on the secondary market. Still command a stiff premium.

[@scrumdiddily6162]

2019 Tacoma with 200k, heavily off-roaded, towed many miles, even got in a couple bumper strikes. Never had an issue.

[@BibleSamurai]

used 2000s tacoma vs f150. which would u pick 4 reliability?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Reliability? Tacoma all day.

[@BibleSamurai]

@@Pickuptrucktalk true dat

[@jerryp2433]

Have it inspected for Frame Rust.

[@greym6436]

Great review w/ data Sir!👌🏽 If i bought a Tacoma, I would buy it with s manual trans.

[@Motoboo_Marine]

Too bad they're almost non-existent unless you special order one. Trust me, I've been browsing every car buying website under the sun for over 6 months and I've found exactly three listings in a 150-mile radius.

[@greym6436]

@@Motoboo_Marine Thats really crazy. Almost like: "Get rid of the manual agenda" 🤔

[@Motoboo_Marine]

@@greym6436 The truth is just manuals don't sell as much since most people are going to buy an automatic. Those of us that like manuals can't buy enough stick cars to justify the companies producing them, outside of enthusiast-oriented cars like a WRX.

[@mazdafiero112]

@@Motoboo_Marine truth! I have an old zr2 S10 with a five speed. Hard pressed to find a Colorado with it.

[@EasyMoneySG]

as a tacoma owner, i can say that the transmission is a little quirky. that said, a software isnt huge issue. its a 15 minute fix to flash. its not like they have to tear the transmission open. what interests me when i think if "reliablity" is, am i going to be stranded? None of the Tacoma's issues are of that nature.

[@philandrews6300]

Sean Gilliam the transmission sucks ahah. test drove it and it’s wonky as hell

[@jackslagle2019]

2017 four-cylinder Tacoma manual picked it up last year just feels off in four-wheel-drive I’ll get it figured. I know how to put it into four wheel properly it’s just clunks sometimes any advice

[@angelsfightingforus942]

Do you know if toyota dealer service do the reflash or i have to covered

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Dealer can do reflash.

[@athletejmv]

I don't think problems have necessarily gone down in 2017-2019 on Carcomplaints, this is a normal trend (for most vehicles) as it takes time for issues to surface within the first three years.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Yep. I made mention of that as well.

[@toddhebebrand9633]

I wonder if the of quality of Tacoma drop once they move the factory to Mexico?

[@terryadams2652]

Political correctness aside, it's a legit question. Building a car requires more care than picking tomatoes, BUT, WHY would Toyota management allow their company's reputation to be ruined by a stupid workers?? If i trust Toyota vehicles, may as well trust Toyota managers to run the factory (and it's workers) properly.

[@Adomarf]

Am just curious if you have looked at more recent Tacomas like the 2024 and what your thoughts are?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Here's our playlist with 20 videos: kzbin.info/aero/PL8PJw4jHcHhcbCKUp0LqBqNORus_N0G7r

[@blech71]

I only have one intermittent issue with my 2017 Tacoma Sport. The starter bendix won’t engage sometimes and just spins when trying to start .

[@3098jorge]

Own a 2016 TRD Off Road in a double cab and zero issues in 42,000 miles.

[@02051970sonny]

2015 Toyota Tacoma dubble cab best truck I ever bought 👍👍

[@brewsnoop]

Great info, thank you for the video PTT!

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Thanks for watching!

[@kalaikauai808]

What year is the mos reliable taco?

[@andybub45]

The transmission issue was fixed with a simple computer update. Con-sumer reports cant seem to let it by.

[@caddy272]

My 2018 is doing just fine... loven it

[@trdfenz3005]

Good research ! Liked your video

[@johnwatz4955]

Another good, informative video. Have been reviewing Tacoma, Ridgeline, Ranger videos, not sure if I want another full size truck. 👍🏼

[@DanielWraps]

Honestly, NOBODY should be having any issues with any vehicle until they're getting to that 60-70K mile range. By issue, I mean It is time to change break pads, turn rotors, or do anything that just needs to be replaced. Maybe tires. To be honest, I foresee replacing my stock Wrangler kevlar tires at about 50-60K miles. They're good tires, just not for a serious off-roader.

[@reesedaniel5835]

Especially at the absolutely RIDICULOUS PRICES they are charging for the vehicles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@DanielWraps]

@@reesedaniel5835 i traded in my Tacoma for a Kia Stinger and never looked back. The automatic transmission was crap and even a tune didn't make it much better. The gearing was not great.