2014 TOYOTA TACOMA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
131
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
41
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA
The 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA has received a total of 131 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS, EQUIPMENT. 41 technical service bulletins have been issued by Toyota Motor Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes (17 complaints), Power Train (13 complaints), and Structurebody (13 complaints).
Recalls for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA, potentially affecting up to 34,847 vehicles.
Recall 17V425000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
| 3,547 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.
View full details →Recall 17V425000 — EQUIPMENT
| 3,547 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.
View full details →Recall 14V828000 — EQUIPMENT
| 3,958 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to...
Consequence: Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.
View full details →Recall 14V475000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 20,000 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with...
Consequence: If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to dealers for placement over the incorrect information on the placard. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners...
View full details →Recall 13V557000 — ENGINE
| 3,795 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Tacoma vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, through October 11, 2013. The engines of the affected vehicles contain valve springs that may break over time.
Consequence: If the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began on November 27, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA
131 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 17 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 13 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptivemobility | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bagssensoroccupant Classification | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bagssensoroccupant Classificationfront Passenger | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Camera System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodyhood | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureinterior Panelssun Visor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tirestreadbelt | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Hi. I file a complaint several years ago about their entertainment radio system freezing up intermittently. Happening now my radio after I turn it off will turn back on to the first AM setting saved even though I did not use it. After I turn it off the display shows the AM lit up as white not blue and it will turn back on repeatedly for a few more times before completely staying off. This has happened now 3 times this year.
When you are driving down the road and get in a curve the wheels lock up like you are on ice or hydroplaining and have no control of vehicle. only happens in curves and i know of multiple trucks doing this - if another car is coming from other direction you will hit them as you cant control truck
While driving the vehicle there is a groaning sound coming from the front end of the Tacoma from the front differential. There is a TSB from Toyota, but they only cover it under warranty and are not treating it as a recall. TSB # 0026-15. I think this is something that is causing wear to the front differential and could cause further damage/could lead to a crash if something was to lock up. The sound is consistent from 15-55 MPH no matter the driving.
Hello, writing to make a complaint about the heated seat ECU in my toyota tacoma. It looks like improper wire connectors or improper gauge wires have caused the power connector to melt, and have rendered my heated seats inoperable. It seems if a part gets hot enough inside the vehicle cab to warm up and melt, it could potentially cause a fire.
I have had my secondary air pump replaced twice already. Now six months later am having the same codes and the truck is back at the dealership. Throws code p2443 valve stuck closed.....on a 6 month old part. This w=has been an issue with this and other toyota models since 2012. Why is there no recall on these?
Safety Rating for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA
The 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA
Toyota Motor Corporation has issued 41 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
ZKA Dealer Packe — EQUIPMENT
DP: Toyota has received a number of reports regarding vehicle frame corrosion perforation on certain 2011-2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. These reports have indicated that these vehicles, when operated in specific cold climate areas (Cold Climate States1) with high road salt usage, or exposed to other environmental factors, may exhibit...
K0D-TI-Spray 11- — SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D FRAME CORROSION RESISTANT COMPOUND (CRC) APPLICATION CERTAIN 2011 ? 2015 MODEL YEAR TACOMA
T-SB-0035-16 Rev — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: Some 2014 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with Entune? Audio (version 010169), Entune? Audio Plus (version 010171), or Entune? Premium Audio (version 010185) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Bluetooth® sometimes disconnects with Android? phones. ?Bluetooth® disconnects with iPhone® 4 when connected to USB. ?Radio reboots...
K0D - Dealer Pac — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
DL: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 - 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage may exhibit more-than-normal corrosion to the vehicle?s frame. This condition is unrelated to and...
K0D-TI-Spray 11- — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D FRAME CORROSION RESISTANT COMPOUND (CRC) APPLICATION CERTAIN 2011 ? 2015 MODEL YEAR TACOMA
K0D - Technical — STRUCTURE
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D FRAME CORROSION RESISTANT COMPOUND (CRC) APPLICATION CERTAIN 2016 ? 2017 MODEL YEAR TACOMA
K0D - Dealer Let — STRUCTURE
Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 ? 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage may exhibit more-than-normal corrosion to the vehicle?s frame. This condition is unrelated to and separate...
K0D-TI-Spray-Dra — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D FRAME CORROSION RESISTANT COMPOUND (CRC) APPLICATION CERTAIN 2011 ? 2015 MODEL YEAR TACOMA (2016-2017 model year instructions can be found on TIS) COLD CLIMATE STATES ONLY
K0D_Dealer Email — STRUCTURE
Dealer Email: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011- 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage may exhibit more-than-normal corrosion to the vehicle's frame. This condition is unrelated to and...
ZKA-TI-090519 — STRUCTURE
Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZKA CERTAIN 2011 THROUGH 2015 MODEL YEAR TACOMA COVERAGE FOR VEHICLE FRAME CORROSION PERFORATION
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TOYOTA TACOMA
- 2009 TOYOTA TACOMA — 609 complaints
- 2010 TOYOTA TACOMA — 341 complaints
- 2011 TOYOTA TACOMA — 224 complaints
- 2012 TOYOTA TACOMA — 406 complaints
- 2013 TOYOTA TACOMA — 168 complaints
- 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA (current)
- 2015 TOYOTA TACOMA — 130 complaints
- 2016 TOYOTA TACOMA — 409 complaints
- 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA — 302 complaints
- 2018 TOYOTA TACOMA — 266 complaints
- 2019 TOYOTA TACOMA — 292 complaints
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