2020 Toyota Tacoma vs 2021 Toyota Tacoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Toyota Tacoma | 2021 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 86 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 198 | 165 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 5,200 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tacoma | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 15 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 6 |
| Engine | 14 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 9 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
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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.