2017 Toyota Tacoma: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Toyota Tacoma: 5 recalls, 240 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #17V285000 · 2017 · 227,732 vehicles
What's wrong: Oil May leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.
Why it matters: If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential May seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly…
Engine Vehicle recall #17V356000 · 2017 · 31,824 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that May malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
Why it matters: An engine stall May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crank position sensor with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2017.
Equipment Vehicle recall #17V831000 · 2017 · 649 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles May have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Why it matters: An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #18V211000 · 2018 · 6,046 vehicles
What's wrong: During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly May have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.
Why it matters: A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #20V682000 · 2020 · 1,525,742 vehicles
What's wrong: The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank May fail.
Why it matters: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 6 mention a fire, 9 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (68): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (25), noise or vibration (13), leaks (13).
- Engine (36): the most common themes are warning light on (14), stalls / loses power (10), leaks (7).
- Other / unknown (35): the most common themes are leaks (8), noise or vibration (5).
- Brakes (31): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (6).
The 2017 Toyota Tacoma has 240 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 32 Tacoma model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 264). Complaints peaked in 2018 (48 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 15,501 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (323 complaints, 4 recalls), 2018 (208 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 23 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 21 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 22 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Toyota Tacoma problems?
Owners have filed 240 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (68), engine (36), other / unknown (35).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Toyota Tacoma get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Toyota Tacoma repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.