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We expect the 2025 Tacoma will be less reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2024 model.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Toyota Tacoma owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"a LEAKING FRONT STRUT"
Anonymous, WY (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 3.5-L V6)"Trailer brakes were getting a fault as well as one trailer signal stayed on all the time and the other one did not work. This ended up being a controller issue linked back to a part in the dashboard."
Anonymous A., PA (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 3.5-L V6)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"The compressor clutch disintegrated"
Anonymous A., AZ (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 3.5-L V6)"System was no longer blowing cold on hot days. Vacuumed down the system, checked for immediate leaks, and added the requisite amount of refrigerant to the cooling system. Total bill, at a Toyota dealership, was over $1200."
Anonymous A., AL (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-road 3.5-L V6)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"I just did that"
Anonymous, CA (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-road 3.5-L V6)"Leak appeared in truck bed from the brake light area and inside the cab at the windshield. Oddly enough this happened not while it was raining but the day after rain. Turned out the sunroof water channel was packed with tree droppings and couldn't drain properly so the water found a new route where it could.Dealer cleaned the water channel and replaced the cab mounted brake light as it had corroded."
Anonymous, WA (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-road 3.5-L V6)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"Brakes don't hold up when towing"
Anonymous, VT (2018 Toyota Tacoma SR5 3.5-L V6)"Brakes squeak when vehicle is not used routinely"
Anonymous, VT (2018 Toyota Tacoma SR5 3.5-L V6)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"Toyota Dealer says the main fuel line is corroding/wearing and needs to be replaced. I have not replaced - getting 2nd opinion as I suspect the dealership is wrong. I am experiencing no problems with fuel leaks or performance"
Anonymous, SC (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-road 3.5-L V6)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
"The truck was taken in multiple times for a leak. Every time they would say that it had been fixed but over time we noticed that it was leaking fluids. Finally we were advised that they had found it but it would take 2-3 months for the part to arrive."
Anonymous, CA (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-road 3.5-L V6)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"Paint cracking and pealing around rear door window on the driver side."
Anonymous A., SC (2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 3.5-L V6)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
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"It was rattling had to replace"
Anonymous, MA (2018 Toyota Tacoma SR 2.7-L 4 Cyl)