Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Toyota Tacoma
NHTSA data on file today
The 2011 Toyota Tacoma has 9 NHTSA recall campaigns and 186 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #17V425000 Accessory Hood Scoop may Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V396000 Seat Heater Electrical Wiring NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V743000 Seat Heater Electrical Wiring NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V604000 Leaf Spring may Fracture and Puncture Tank NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V475000 Incorrect Tire Placard Information/FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V337000 Seat Belt Screws May Loosen NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V123000 Inaccurate Load Carrying Capacity Labels NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V014000 Occupant Sensing System Calibration NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V148000 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM/FMVSS 138 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 60 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 32 complaints
- Electrical System 22 complaints
- Structure 21 complaints
- Air Bags 17 complaints
- Steering 17 complaints
Of the 186 complaints on file, 8 report a crash and 6 a fire; across all 186 complaints, owners report 7 injuries and 2 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$7,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Toyota Tacoma exhibits an average reliability profile. Recalls and complaints frequently involve the suspension, suggesting potential issues with leaf springs and rear suspension. However, the Tacoma performs adequately in other areas, typical of its category.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| suspension | 50,000–100,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | very common |
| exterior lighting | 80,000–110,000 miles | $150–$400 | common |
| electrical system | 70,000–100,000 miles | $200–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake fluid flush
- Check and replace air filter
- Transmission fluid change
- Inspect suspension system
- Replace spark plugs
- Rotate and balance tires
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Sagging rear suspension
- Dim or malfunctioning lights
- Unresponsive electrical systems
- Steering difficulties
- Airbag warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.