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2014 Toyota Tacoma Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2014 Toyota Tacoma has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 93 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Toyota dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2014 Toyota Tacoma, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2014 Toyota Tacoma owner complaints

Owners have filed 93 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Toyota Tacoma, describing incidents dated June 29, 2013 to April 17, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Structure 20 complaints
  • Service Brakes 17 complaints
  • Power Train 13 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 9 complaints
  • Air Bags 8 complaints
  • Steering 8 complaints

Of the 93 complaints on file, 10 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 93 complaints, owners report 8 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11756489 · Filed

    My vehicle paint is chipping all over

  • ODI #11732492 · Filed

    The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the check engine and the traction control warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and failed to exceed 45 MPH while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where…

  • ODI #11729664 · Filed

    The Clear coat is failing on the roof and the hood causing the paint to fade. Toyota knows about the problem and fails to do anything to rectify the problem. Thousands of customers are being affected by this. You can go onto any vehicle forum out there and there are thousands of pictures of this.

Read all 93 complaints

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2014 Toyota Tacoma in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Accessory Hood Scoop may Detach

NHTSA #17V425000 · Structure — Body — Hood — Hinge and Attachments · NHTSA notice

Reported July 3, 2017 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

Potentially affected: 3,547 vehicles

Repair completion: 55.6% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign SET17B · Owners notified September 1, 2017 · Vehicles built September 2, 2010 – July 10, 2016 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle Accessories May Detach

NHTSA #14V828000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice

Reported December 30, 2014 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC

Potentially affected: 3,958 vehicles

Repair completion: 67.94% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign SET-14B · Owners notified February 23, 2015 · Vehicles built June 1, 2013 – December 17, 2014 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.

Safety consequence

Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.

Manufacturer remedy

SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Incorrect Tire Placard Information/FMVSS 110

NHTSA #14V475000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice

Reported August 4, 2014 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Potentially affected: 20,000 vehicles

Repair completion: 32.65% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified October 2, 2014 · Vehicles built August 3, 2007 – July 29, 2014 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

Safety consequence

If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to dealers for placement over the incorrect information on the placard. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Valve Springs may Fail Resulting in Engine Stall

NHTSA #13V557000 · Engine · NHTSA notice

Reported November 7, 2013 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Potentially affected: 3,795 vehicles

Repair completion: 81.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified November 27, 2013 · Vehicles built July 1, 2013 – October 11, 2013 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Tacoma vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, through October 11, 2013. The engines of the affected vehicles contain valve springs that may break over time.

Safety consequence

If the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began on November 27, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Toyota Tacoma model years

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