2015 Toyota Tacoma: reliability, problems and cost to own
Smart buyWell above average
It scores 100 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize pickups. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $12,447 to own, including $1,113 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Toyota Tacoma.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Where repair money is likely to go
Engine & cooling$290
Transmission & drivetrain$283
Steering$156
Electrical system$110
Driver-assist & stability$81
Body, glass & interior$62
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge And AttachmentsJul 3, 2017 · campaign 17V425000
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.
TiresFeb 23, 2015 · campaign 15V099000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Tacoma pickup trucks manufactured August 7, 2014, to December 22, 2014. The affected vehicles may have had their tires and wheels changed to TRD PRO accessory tires and wheels, causing the inflation information on the tire placard to be incorrect which may result in the tire being improperly inflated. As such, t
EquipmentDec 30, 2014 · campaign 14V828000
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
Equipment › Other › LabelsOct 22, 2014 · campaign 14V663000
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tacoma vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may contain an incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Ca
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No. It scores 100 out of 100, one of the more reliable midsize pickups of 2015–2024.
Is the 2015 Toyota Tacoma reliable?
It scores 100 out of 100 against other midsize pickups from 2015 to 2024, which is well above average. Based on 102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $1,113 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2015 Toyota Tacoma cost to own?
About $12,447 over 5 years: $2,061 in lost value, $1,113 in repairs and $9,273 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $18,228 today.
What are the best years of the Toyota Tacoma?
Of the years we rate, the 2015 scores best (100/100) and the 2024 worst (50/100).
How many recalls does the 2015 Toyota Tacoma have?