Worst 2016 Toyota Tacoma Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 133 | — | — | 17,124 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 47 | — | — | 29,751 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 36 | — | 3 | 35,062 mi | |
| Body Structure | 20 | 1 | — | 28,516 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 19 | — | 1 | 54,100 mi | |
| Brakes | 18 | — | — | 10,511 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 15 | — | — | 44,160 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 14 | — | — | 31,658 mi | |
| Fuel System | 13 | — | — | 37,071 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | — | — | 27,186 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 9 | — | — | 8,335 mi | |
| Airbags | 5 | 2 | — | 22,400 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler | 3 | — | 2 | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Electronic Lock/Latch Actuator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2016 Toyota Tacoma
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~263,409 vehicles.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine. The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that may malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tacoma trucks manufactured August 20, 2015, to September 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, incorrect bolts were used to install the driver's knee air bag module.
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2016 Toyota Tacoma — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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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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