Complaints
303
Crashes
47
Fires
1
Injuries
40
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1999 Toyota Tacoma Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#138 complaints
Body Structure
Avg mileage:147,758 mi
#237 complaints
Structure:Frame And Members
Avg mileage:115,453 mi
#323 complaints
Suspension Failures
Avg mileage:155,443 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1999 Toyota Tacoma.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Structure | 38 | — | — | 147,758 mi | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 37 | — | — | 115,453 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 23 | 1 | — | 155,443 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 22 | 21 | — | 99,103 mi | |
| Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields | 22 | — | — | 139,815 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 17 | 1 | — | 30,000 mi | |
| Airbags | 12 | 6 | — | 162,750 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 158,216 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 2 | — | 52,050 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | 215,948 mi | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly | 2 | — | — | — |
Body Structure
38
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
147,758
Structure:Frame And Members
37
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
115,453
Suspension Failures
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
155,443
Air Bags:Frontal
22
complaints
Crashes
21
Fires
—
Avg Miles
99,103
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
22
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
139,815
Tire Defects
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
30,000
Airbags
12
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
—
Avg Miles
162,750
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
158,216
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
52,050
Structural Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
215,948
Tires:Tread/Belt
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1999 Toyota Tacoma — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1999 Toyota Tacoma reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1999 Toyota Tacoma has 303 NHTSA complaints, 47 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Body Structure with 38 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1999 Toyota Tacoma?
Top reported problems: Body Structure (38 complaints, avg 147,758 mi); Structure:Frame And Members (37 complaints, avg 115,453 mi); Suspension Failures (23 complaints, avg 155,443 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1999 Toyota Tacoma?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 125,119 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1999 Toyota Tacoma?
NHTSA complaints for the 1999 Toyota Tacoma include 47 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 40 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1999 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1999 Toyota Tacoma as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1999 Toyota Tacoma?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Tacoma reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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