2017 Toyota Tacoma
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Power train is the leading concern among 239 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 12th highest complaint count among 26 Tacoma model years with reports.
Of the 2017 reports, 12 involved a crash and 6 involved a fire. 9 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpNov 4, 2020
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.
Campaign 20V682000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, power assist, vacuumApr 3, 2018
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. 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.
A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.
Campaign 18V211000 on NHTSA.gov
Equipment, other, labelsDec 20, 2017
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. 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."
An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles.
Campaign 17V831000 on NHTSA.gov
EngineJun 1, 2017
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine. The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that may malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall.
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0H.
Campaign 17V356000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, driveline, differential unitApr 27, 2017
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.
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.
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 will be replaced. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall June 19, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0G.
Campaign 17V285000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: service brakes
32 reports, newest first. Show all
Service brakes, Aug 23, 2026
The parking brake sticks. This is an issue because the vehicle automatically applies the parking brake briefly when switching from neutral to first gear or reverse to prevent rollback. When this happens, the parking brake sticks, and the rear wheels lock. I believe the brake cables have been infiltrated with water resulting in rust/corrosion.
Service brakes, Jun 18, 2026
Common issue reported amongst 2016-2019 Toyota Tacoma owners. Noticed brake fluid dripping from under driver's side dash directly under brake pedal onto floor mat. Upon inspection, found brake fluid dripping down from what appears to be brake booster. Leaking brake booster should be a safety recall with replacement covered by Toyota.
Service brakes, Feb 13, 2025
Hydraulic, power assist:vacuum
Service brakes, Dec 2, 2024
Brake oil leak from brake booster. Oil goes into the cab and oil leaks behind the break pedal onto the floor mat.
Vehicle speed control, Other or unspecified, Service brakes, Nov 6, 2024
Master cylinder or some part near brake pedal inside the cab is leaking oil or a oil like substance on to floor mats and floor.
Service brakes, May 28, 2024
BRAKE FLUID LEAK SEEPING FROM BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, LEAKING FROM ACTUATOR TO BRAKE PEADAL AND DRIPS OF FLUID FOUND ON FLOOR OF VEHICLE. This is an obvious safety risk as not only is oil/fluid dripping on to the brake pedal, if the master cylinder goes out the brakes could stop working completely. This component has been inspected and confirmed by a Toyota dealership and there are other examples of this same issue happening to other Tacoma owners. This issue has been recalled on 2018 Toyota Tacomas, however, the recall needs to be expanded to more years as it is obvious that other Tacomas are being effected.
Service brakes, May 7, 2024
Brake fluid leaking on drivers side floor mat because of master cylinder. Brakes are now less responsive even though pads have been replaced. 2018 -2019 Tacomas were recalled for the same issue. This is a pretty big safety concern.
Service brakes, Mar 28, 2024
Brake master cylinder is leaking into the lower dash area and onto the floor mats.
Service brakes, Feb 24, 2024
The brake master cylinder is leaking to the inside of the cab floor.
Service brakes, Jan 29, 2024
I have started to notice that my 2017 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road has started to leak what seems brake fluid on my carpet. After inspecting my vehicle, I have noticed that the leak is coming from the Brake Master Cylinder. This situation has me worried now that this could lead to a serious accident. There is an apparent recall for this same exact issue for the 2018-2019 Tacoma models but, not for the 2017 model year.
Service brakes, Jan 22, 2024
Brake system is leaking fluid into the cab, and collects on the floor mat. Brake fluid level has dropped below minimum cold level. Mileage 42,164 Leaking brake fluid can cause decreased brake performance, or complete failure of the braking system. Which can result in loss of vehicle control and collisions with other vehicles, structures, or pedestrians. The dealer has not yet confirmed the issue. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by anyone other than the owner (myself). No warning lamps or messages. Leaking brake fluid was seen on the driver floor mat within the last few months, and continues.
Service brakes, Dec 29, 2023
Brake pedal spongy and when pushed and held it continuously goes slowly to the floor. I believe the recall for the master cylinder should have been extended back further.
Service brakes, Dec 5, 2023
The 2018-2019 Toyota Tacomas have been recalled for having a bad Master Cylinder and leaking internally within the truck. The 2017 Tacomas have the same issue. My 2017 Tacoma has been leaking brake fluid on my floormat. I'm sure I am not the only one having an issue with this and because it involved the brakes it does pose a risk on the road If the brakes were to fail due to a Master Cylinder that again has been recalled with the 2018-19 Tacomas. Why not include the 2017 Tacomas as well?
Service brakes, Nov 16, 2023
I have noticed brake fluid leaking inside the cab coming from the master cylinder. I see that 2018-2019 models have a defective master cylinder, and a recall has been issued. Truck has 80,000 miles, thinking the 2017 model should be added to the recall. Very unusual for this to be leaking under normal use. Thanks for your time
Service brakes, Aug 19, 2023
BOUGHT THIS TACOMA TRUCK NEW FROM THE DEALER. IT NOW HAS 16,885 MILES ON THE TRUCK AND THE DEALER TELLS ME THE FRONT BRAKES ARE IN THE RED, BAD RANGE, 3/32" OR LESS IN THICKNESS AND THEY NEED TO BE REPLACED SOON. I BELIEVE IT'S COMMON KNOWLEDGE THAT BRAKES ON A NEW VEHICLE REALLY OUGHT TO LAST TWICE THAT MANY MILES. NOW IT BEING A SAFETY ISSUE I WAS NOT SURE IF I SHOULD REPORT THIS TYPE OF ISSUE?
Service brakes, Sep 21, 2021
When fully stopped, in drive, and applying constant pressure on the brake pedal, the brake pedal loses firmness and starts to move further forward. If the operator doesn't apply more pressure to the now moving pedal, the vehicle will start to roll forward. I was able to recreate this issue on several occasions.
Service brakes, Jan 25, 2021
I TOOK MY TOYOTA (WHICH IS A MANUAL TRANSMISSION) THROUGH A CAR WASH PARKED IT AT HOME DIRECTLY AFTER. WENT TO DRIVE IT 24 HOURS LATER AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. THIS HAD HAPPENED AT LEAST TWICE THAT I WAS ABLE TO UNLOCK THE BRAKE MYSELF BY MANUAL ROCKING OF THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE USE OF 1ST GEAR AND REVERSE. I JUST HAD MY VEHICLE TOWED FOR THE SECOND TIME AFTER ATTEMPTING TO UNLOCK IT WITHOUT DEALERSHIP HELP. IT UNLOCKED SOMEWHAT VIA THE METHOD I HAVE USED BEFORE. IT IS NOW DRIVING LIKE THE BRAKE IS STILL TRYING TO ENGAGE EVEN THOUGH THE HANDBRAKE IS NOT ENGAGED.
Service brakes, Engine, Nov 18, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE TO BACK THE VEHICLE OUT OF HIS GARAGE IT DID NOT MOVE. HE THEN SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND VEHICLE STILL DID NOT MOVE. THE CONTACT PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR AND HE HEARD A CLANKING NOISE.WHEN HE FINALLY MOVED FORWARD AFTER SHIFTING INTO DRIVE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER .SERVCO TOYOTA KAUAI TOYOTA 2477 ULU MAIKA ST, LIHUE, HI 96766 (808) 245-6978 AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD NOT LOOK AT THE ENGINE UNLESS HE AGREED TO PAY A DIAGNOSTIC FEE. THE CONTACT SPOKE TO THE HEAD MECHANIC AND THEY ARE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THEY SAID THE BRAKE SYSTEM NEEDS A SEAL TO PREVENT MOISTURE FROM GETTING INTO THE SYSTEM. THEY WOULD NOT LOOK AT THE SYSTEM UNLESS THERE WAS A RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET. THE VEHICLE REMAINS UNREPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,500.
Service brakes, Oct 26, 2020
BRAKE OVERRIDE MALFUNCTION ERROR CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY COME TO A STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THIS SAFETY FUNCTION IS DANGEROUS AS IT CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO BOTH FAIL TO OPERATE OR ALLOW FOR ANY KIND OF CONTROL VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION MOVING AT ABOUT 35 MPH IN WINTER WEATHER CONDITIONS. THIS SEEMS TO BE A CONSISTENT PROBLEM WITH 2016- 2018 TOYOTA TRUCK MODELS FOR WHAT WAS FOUND ONLINE AFTER HAVING THE PROBLEM.
Service brakes, Jun 28, 2020
FREEWAY TRAFFIC WAS SLOWING. EDGE OF SOLE OF SHOE CAUGHT UNDER BRAKE PEDAL WHEN TRYING TO STOP ON WHEN THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME SUDDENLY AND UNNECESSARILY STOPPED COMPLETELY. THE DELAY IN BRAKING WOULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH INTO REAR OF CAR IN FRONT HAD I NOT SWERVED INTO MEDIAN WHEN FINALLY ABLE TO START BRAKING. SOLE OF MY ATHLETIC SHOE FLARES OUT A LITTLE WHICH MAY BE PART OF THE PROBLEM. SEAT WAS AS FAR BACK AS IT GOES. PERHAPS DISTANCE TO PEDALS IS TOO SHORT. OTHERWISE, BRAKE PEDAL IS ONE-HALF INCH HIGHER THAN ACCELERATOR.
Service brakes, May 5, 2020
THE VEHICLE EMITS A TAPPING SOUND WHILE IDLING, THE NOISE INCREASES WITH ACCELERATION. WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY TOLD US IT WAS THE VACUUM PUMP AND WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. I DID A GOOGLE SEARCH FOR VACUUM PUMP, 2017 TACOMA AND THE FIRST THING THAT POPPED UP WAS A RECALL FOR THE VACUUM PUMP ON SOME 2017 TACOMAS BUT NOT MINE SPECIFICALLY. THERE HAS NOT BEEN AN ACCIDENT BUT I SEE THAT THE VACUUM PUMP HAS IS CONNECTED TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM. STRANGE COINCIDENCE. *TR
Service brakes, Air, Wheels, Oct 31, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, ONE OF THE REAR WHEELS SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND THEN BACK INTO DRIVE, WHICH FAILED TO RELEASE THE BRAKES. STEVINSON TOYOTA WEST (780 DENVER WEST COLORADO MILLS BLVD, LAKEWOOD, CO (720) 259-2544) WAS CONTACTED AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE VEHICLE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,000. CONSUMER WAS TOLD TO NOT USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AT TEMPERATURES OF 35 DEGREES OR COLDER DUE TO THE REAR BRAKE SHOES GETTING STUCK TO THE REAR DRUMS. *DL
Service brakes, Engine, Jun 5, 2019
HEARD VALVES TAPPING ALOT OF TIME. REPORTED AND TOOK TO TOYOTA. THEY SAID NO CODE NO WORK. THEY GAVE THE LINE OF WHEN THIS GAS HITS THIS PART THEN THIS ONE TRIES TO CATCH UP OR BURN EXCESS FUEL. OUT OF 40 PLUS YEARS AND PUCHASING MANY VEHICLE I NEVER BEEN TOLD THAT BEFORE. I TALKED TO OTHER 2017 OWNERS AND THEY DONT HAVE THIS ISSUE. ALSO THE BRAKES MAKE METALIC CLUNKING NOISES MOVING BACKWARS AND FOWRDS WHEN BRAKING. THIER ANSWER WAS FLOATING VALVES. AND AGAIN THIS ISSUE ISNT ON OTHER TACOMMA OWNERS. I TRYED THREE TIMES WITH VALVE ISSUES. SAME OLD LINE NO CODE NO WORK. MAYBE PADS ARE WORN BUT STILL HAVE 70 % LEFT ON PADS
Electrical system, Seats, Service brakes, Feb 27, 2019
PURCHASED TRUCK JULY 24, 2017 FROM MARK MILLER TOYOTA IN SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH. IN THE FIRST 6 MONTHS I LOST BRAKES 3 TIMES. WENT TO DEALER EACH TIME. THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE SO NO REPAIRS MADE. AFTER THE 3 TIMES A RECALL CAME OUT, 18V888. EXACT SYMPTOMS. THEN A FORTH TIME HAPPENED AND THEY SAID THE RECALL DOESN'T EFFECT MY VIN SO THEY STILL HAVE TO DUPLICATE. TODAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2019 TRUCK WOULDN'T STOP AND I RAN THRU A STOP SIGN, AND IT WAS CONT ON MY DASH CAM. WITH THIS PROBLEM MY SEATS ARE LOOSE AND SOMETIMES DON'T LOCK. WHEN EVER IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE THE SEAT BELTS LOCK UP AND WONT UNLOCK LOCK. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT ISSUES WITH THIS TRUCK AND NOTHING WILL EVER GET FIXED AND I'M SCARED TO DRIVE MY VEHICLE ESPECIALLY WHEN MY DEALER WON'T REPAIR ANYTHING. ALSO BELIEVE IT HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE VEHICLES OFF-ROAD OPTION, CRAWL CONTROL, WHICH USES ABS.
Service brakes, Jan 21, 2019
2017 TOYOTA TACOMA 44 OFF ROAD WITH CRAWL CONTROL. WHEN HOLDING THE BRAKE PEDAL DOWN AT A STOP TRUCK WILL NOT HOLD BRAKING AFTER 30 SECOUNDS. THE VEHICLE WILL START MOVING AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR .