1997 Toyota Tacoma problems by component
131 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota Tacoma, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure → | 46 | 35% | 158,500 mi |
| Suspension → | 24 | 18% | 189,000 mi |
| Tires → | 14 | 11% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 11 | 8% | — |
| Power Train | 9 | 7% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 5% | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 4% | — |
| Steering | 4 | 3% | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 3% | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1% | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.