2020 Toyota Tacoma Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. Part of Generation 3 — 2016–2023.

20192021
Complaints
123
per 10K Sold
5.2
US Sales
238,805
Crashes
10
Fires
0
Injuries
13
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2020 Toyota Tacoma Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#121 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:3,590 mi
#214 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:3,260 mi
Crash-related:1
#314 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:11,316 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma.

Fuel System
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
3,590
Engine Problems
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
3,260
Transmission / Drivetrain
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
11,316
Brakes
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
6,102
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
22,320
Unintended Acceleration
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
11,762
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
14,250
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention:Display Function
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Rear/Other:Retractor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2020 Toyota Tacoma

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,525,742 vehicles.

20V682000Fuel Pump
~1,525,742 affected

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.

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2020 Toyota Tacoma — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2020 Toyota Tacoma reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2020 Toyota Tacoma has 123 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Fuel System with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
Top reported problems: Fuel System (21 complaints, avg 3,590 mi); Engine Problems (14 complaints, avg 3,260 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (14 complaints, avg 11,316 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 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 8,455 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma include 10 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 13 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 2020 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,525,742 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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