2021 Toyota Tacoma recalls

No safety recalls, 81 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

No recalls found for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma in NHTSA’s database.

0Recalls
81Complaints
9Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2021 Toyota Tacoma owner complaints

81 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 0 fires, 15 injuries and 1 death.

Problems by component

Power Train14
Engine12
Service Brakes12
Unknown or Other12
Forward Collision Avoidance9
Electrical System9
Air Bags7
Structure6
Fuel/Propulsion System6
Vehicle Speed Control5

Recent complaints

October 9, 2026Engine

Engine developed a loud knock while under normal driving conditions at 61,000 miles. Oil was changed every 5k miles since new. Dealer says my oil rings on piston skirt have failed and heavy scoring on cylinder #5 Replaced short block under my aftermarket warranty. Toyota refused to cover it because I was 1k miles over factory warranty

September 8, 2026Power Train

Driving in town 30 to 40mph, (while in drive) the vehicle rev’d up like it was in neutral then went back to normal. That is concerning because it will cause transmission problems & pulling onto a road the truck could shift to (neutral) causing it to not go.

August 29, 2026Structure

The cabin air pressure vents behind the back seat are leaking letting water into the vehicle. The seals have dried up. It's causing a moldy smell in the vehicle.

August 8, 2026EngineForward Collision Avoidance

Having two issues major issues that’s causing me a $10,000 bill. The timing cover is leaking and there is a coolant bypass hose that is leaking. I have spend a lot of maintenance on this truck on maintaining it to have to remove the engine. As for the forward collision warning ive had it go off multiple times witout a vehicle there. While in cruise control ive had it unexpectedly break on me when there was no visible vehicle infront or next to me.

July 13, 2026Service Brakes

Brake master cylinder is leaking in the interior of truck on driver side floor mat. Oil is come from brake master cylinder seal.

2021 Toyota Tacoma crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2021 Toyota Tacoma: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 19.1%.

2021 Toyota Tacoma recall FAQ

Does the 2021 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?

No recalls are currently listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma. Check again before buying, as new recalls can be issued at any time.

What are the most common 2021 Toyota Tacoma problems?

Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (14 reports), followed by engine.

Is the 2021 Toyota Tacoma safe?

The 2021 Toyota Tacoma earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 Toyota Tacoma?

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.