2019 Toyota Tacoma engine problems
28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2019 Toyota Tacoma — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle shuddered, stalled, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle returned to normal operation. The failure occurred…”
filed Aug 31, 2026
“The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal clattering sound coming from the engine, with a misfire coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure…”
filed Feb 9, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Tacoma years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Tacoma | 3 | 3% |
| 2024 Tacoma | 6 | 4% |
| 2023 Tacoma | 8 | 15% |
| 2022 Tacoma | 7 | 12% |
| 2021 Tacoma | 11 | 14% |
| 2020 Tacoma | 14 | 16% |
| 2018 Tacoma | 25 | 12% |
| 2017 Tacoma | 36 | 15% |
| 2016 Tacoma | 47 | 15% |
| 2015 Tacoma | 12 | 12% |
| 2014 Tacoma | 6 | 6% |
| 2013 Tacoma | 7 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Toyota Tacoma
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.