2020 Toyota Tacoma: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Toyota Tacoma: 1 recall, 88 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
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. 0 mention a fire, 7 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (21): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (9), warning light on (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (15): the most common themes are noise or vibration (6), hard / delayed shifting (4), stalls / loses power (4).
- Engine (14): the most common themes are warning light on (4), noise or vibration (3).
- Brakes (12): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (4), warning light on (2).
The 2020 Toyota Tacoma has 88 owner complaints, ranking #28 of 32 Tacoma model years for complaints (well below the 264 average). Complaints peaked in 2020 (21 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 5,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (218 complaints, 4 recalls), 2021 (80 complaints, 0 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 | 20 | 23 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 22 | 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 2020 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2020 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 2020 Toyota Tacoma problems?
Owners have filed 88 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (21), transmission & drivetrain (15), engine (14).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Toyota Tacoma get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 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.