2006 Ford F-150 vs 2006 Toyota Tacoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Ford F-150 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 585 | 782 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 56 | 329 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 58 | 66 |
| Fire reports | 18 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 16–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 63,000 mi | 73,908 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-150 | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 44 | 242 |
| Suspension | 25 | 154 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 31 | 147 |
| Air Bags | 48 | 76 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 77 | 27 |
| Power Train | 46 | 56 |
| Steering | 55 | 40 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 68 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 57 | 32 |
| Rust / corrosion | 55 | 264 |
| Brake problems | 29 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 30 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 12 | 0 |
2006 Ford F-150
2006 Toyota Tacoma
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.