2021 Toyota Tacoma Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma. Part of Generation 3 — 2016–2023.

20202022
Complaints
106
per 10K Sold
4.2
US Sales
252,490
Crashes
14
Fires
0
Injuries
22
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0

Worst 2021 Toyota Tacoma Problems

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

#113 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:16,288 mi
#211 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:16,200 mi
Crash-related:2
#39 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:20 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma.

Transmission / Drivetrain
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
16,288
Brakes
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
16,200
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
150
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members
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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2021 Toyota Tacoma — FAQ

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

Is the 2021 Toyota Tacoma reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2021 Toyota Tacoma has 106 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 13 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (13 complaints, avg 16,288 mi); Brakes (11 complaints, avg 16,200 mi); Engine Problems (9 complaints, avg 20 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 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 10,286 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma include 14 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 22 injuries, and 2 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 2021 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2021 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 2021 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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