Toyota Tacoma

In Canada: generations, trims, common issues, recalls and fuel costs

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This guide covers the Toyota Tacoma across 4 generations from model year 1995. Transport Canada lists 35 recalls for it since the 2000 model year, the latest issued in August 2026 (list read ). Frame programs in Canada are time-limited and administered like warranty extensions; a used Tacoma’s frame should be inspected before purchase regardless of program history.

Overview

The Tacoma is Toyota’s mid-size pickup, sold in Canada since 1995 as the successor to the compact Toyota Truck. It appeals to buyers who want a truck for camping, hunting, towing a small trailer or daily driving without the bulk of a full-size pickup. In Canada it has been sold mostly as a four-wheel-drive truck, and the current model comes only with 4x4. The number-one thing to check on an older Tacoma is the frame: Toyota ran frame-corrosion programs covering 1995–2000 and 2005–2017 trucks in Canada, with frame replacement where rust had perforated, and those programs have time limits. Road salt makes this a real concern in Calgary.

Body type
Mid-size pickup truck
Model years covered
1995 on
Generations
4
Production
The Tacoma is not built in Canada; trucks come from the U.S. and Mexico.[1]
Transport Canada recalls
35 since the 2000 model year
NRCan fuel rating, 2026
10.1–11.9 L/100 km combined, about $3,278–$3,863 a year

Generations

Newest first. Years are model years; “on” means the generation is still in production.

  1. Fourth generation

    2024 on

    Moved to the TNGA-F platform shared with the Tundra, with a 2.4 L turbo four-cylinder or the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, and coil-sprung rear axles on Double Cabs.[1][9]

  2. Third generation

    2016–2023

    Similar in size but with a 3.5 L V6 and more high-strength steel in the frame; refreshed for 2020. Built in San Antonio and Baja California. The 2020 Canadian line-up was V6 and part-time 4WD only.[1][7]

  3. Second generation

    2005–2015

    Larger truck with a 2.7 L four-cylinder or 4.0 L V6 and an open C-section frame. Built in Tijuana, Mexico, and Fremont, California, with U.S. production moving to San Antonio, Texas in 2010. Stability control became standard for 2009.[1]

  4. First generation

    1995–2004

    Replaced the Toyota Truck with a more car-like ride; Canadian trucks used a 2.4 L or 2.7 L four-cylinder or a 3.4 L V6, and a four-door Double Cab arrived for 2001. Its fully boxed frame had inadequate rust protection, and many of these frames rusted badly.[1][3]

Trims and engines

Trims sold in Canada

Toyota Tacoma trims as sold in Canada, with the model years each was offered.
TrimYearsWhat it adds
SR52016 onThe Canadian volume grade; for 2026 it is a turbo four-cylinder Double Cab with a six-foot bed.[4][9]
SR5+2026 onAdds a trailer brake controller, heated steering wheel, parking sonar and JBL audio to the SR5.[9]
TRD Sport (and Sport+ / Sport Premium)2016 onStreet-oriented grade with sport-tuned suspension, hood scoop and larger wheels.[4][7][9]
TRD Off Road (and Off Road+ / Off Road Premium)2016 onOff-road grade with Bilstein shocks, a locking rear differential, crawl control and skid plates; offered with a six-speed manual for 2026.[4][7][9]
Limited2016 onLuxury grade; for 2026 it is hybrid-only with full-time 4WD, a power tailgate and power running boards.[4][7][9]
TRD Pro2017 onTop off-road grade with FOX shocks and TRD exhaust; the current one is hybrid with IsoDynamic seats and an ARB rear bumper.[5][7][9]
Trailhunter2024 onOverlanding hybrid with Old Man Emu suspension, a snorkel, rock rails and a six-foot bed.[1][8][9]

Engines

Engines offered in the Toyota Tacoma, by model year.
EngineYearsNotes
2.4 L I4 (2RZ-FE)1995–2004[1][3]
2.7 L I4 (3RZ-FE)1995–2004[1][3]
3.4 L V6 (5VZ-FE)1995–2004[1][3]
2.7 L I4 (2TR-FE)2005–2023Still offered in Canada in 2018; the 2020 Canadian line-up was V6-only.[1][4][6][7]
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE)2005–2015[1]
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS)2016–2023278 hp, Atkinson-cycle capable with port and direct injection; six-speed automatic or manual.[1][7]
2.4 L turbo I4 (T24A-FTS)2024 onUp to 278 hp with the 8-speed automatic, 270 hp with the six-speed manual.[1][9]
i-FORCE MAX hybrid 2.4 L turbo I42024 on326 hp and 465 lb-ft, with an electric motor between engine and transmission.[1][9]

Common issues

Problems a source documents for this model, tagged by what kind of source it is. What each tag means:

Recall
A safety recall. Transport Canada’s list further down has the recall itself, and a dealer can tell you from your VIN whether it applies to your vehicle.
Documented
Documented by the sources cited, such as a manufacturer program, a court-approved settlement or a reputable publication.

  • Frame corrosion, first generation

    Documented Model years 1995–2004

    Poor rust protection inside the boxed frame let it corrode through. Toyota extended corrosion coverage and repaired, replaced or bought back affected frames; the 15-year windows for these trucks have now closed.[1][2]

  • Frame corrosion programs, 2005–2017

    Documented Model years 2005–2017

    Toyota Canada’s later frame programs covered 2005–2010 trucks for 12 or 15 years and 2011–2017 trucks for 12 years, with frame replacement if the rail was perforated; the latest program required a dealer inspection and anti-corrosion treatment before December 16, 2021.[1][2]

  • Spare tire can drop from a rusted carrier

    Recall Model years 2001–2004

    Corrosion of the spare-tire carrier lift plate under the bed can let the spare fall onto the road.[1][11]

  • Front lower ball joint wear

    Recall Model years 2001–2004

    A manufacturing issue could wear the front lower ball joints early, adding steering effort and noise and, in extreme cases, letting the joint separate. Dealers inspect and replace as needed.[10]

  • Rear leaf springs can break from corrosion

    Recall Model years 2005–2011

    Rear leaf springs could fracture from stress and corrosion, and a broken leaf could puncture the fuel tank. Dealers replace the spring assemblies with improved ones.[12]

  • Rear differential seal leak

    Recall Model years 2016–2017

    The seal between the rear differential and axle housing could leak oil, risking noise, lost drive or rear-axle lockup. Dealers inspect, re-torque or replace the gasket.[13]

  • Low-pressure fuel pump failure

    Recall Model years 2017–2020

    The in-tank fuel pump can fail, causing rough running, a no-start or a stall. The recall replaces the pump.[14]

  • Rear brake hoses can be damaged

    Recall Model years 2024–2025

    On certain 4WD trucks with 16-inch brakes and 17- or 18-inch wheels, the rear brake hoses can be damaged and leak fluid. Dealers replace the hoses.[15]

Transport Canada recalls

Transport Canada lists 35 recalls for the Toyota Tacoma since the 2000 model year, grouped below by generation, newest first. A recall that spans two generations is listed under both. Read from Transport Canada on .

Check one model year against Transport Canada’s live list with the recall check, or decode your VIN first with the VIN decoder.

Fourth generation 2024 on

5 recalls

  1. Recall 2026-384 · Suspension

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    3,551 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA, TACOMA HYBRID 2024
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RN1
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain trucks, the oil reservoirs may not be properly welded to the shock absorbers. As a result, the welds could corrode and fail and cause the reservoir(s) to detach from the vehicle.

    Safety risk. An oil reservoir that detaches from the vehicle could create a hazard for other road users and increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect and replace the affected rear shock absorbers, as necessary.

  2. Recall 2025-521 · Powertrain

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    362 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA, TACOMA HYBRID 2025
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RK6
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain trucks, the front axle shaft(s) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the axle shaft(s) could break and prevent you from fully turning the steering wheel. Additionally, if the truck is parked and the parking brake isn't applied, the truck could roll away.

    Safety risk. A steering wheel that can't be turned completely could increase the risk of a crash. A parked vehicle that rolls away could create the risk of an injury or a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the front axle shaft assemblies.

  3. Recall 2025-469 · Visual System

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    70,480 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2024
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RK3 / SRC RK4
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the combination meter in the instrument panel not to display when the vehicle is started. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, warning lights and malfunction tell-tales. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 12.3-inch display.

    Safety risk. Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the combination meter software. Alternatively, certain eligible vehicles will be sent a wireless over-the-air software update, which you can install yourself. For certain vehicles, the dealer will also inspect and, if necessary, replace the combination meter.

  4. Recall 2025-363 · Brakes

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    11,086 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2024–2025
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RJ8
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. Under certain conditions, the rear brake hoses could become damaged. Over time, the brake hoses could fail and cause a brake fluid leak. If this happens, there could be reduced braking. Note: This recall only affects certain 4WD vehicles equipped with 16-inch brakes and 17-inch or 18-inch Toyota wheels. This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2025-051. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair.

    Safety risk. Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear brake hoses.

  5. Recall 2025-051 · Brakes

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    5,149 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2024–2025
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RJ8
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2025-363. Under certain conditions, the rear brake hoses could become damaged. Over time, the brake hoses could fail and cause a brake fluid leak. If this happens, there could be reduced braking. Note: This recall only affects certain 4WD vehicles equipped with 16-inch brakes and 17-inch Toyota wheels.

    Safety risk. Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear brake hoses.

Third generation 2016–2023

14 recalls

  1. Recall 2025-242 · Airbag

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    7,441 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2023
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RF2
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the steering wheel spiral cable assembly could disconnect. If this happens, the airbag (SRS) warning lamp would turn on, and the driver-front airbag wouldn't work in a crash. This may also cause the horn or other steering wheel-mounted controls not to work properly. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2023-386. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair.

    Safety risk. An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the production date of the spiral cable assembly, and replace it if necessary.

  2. Recall 2025-037 · Airbag

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    31 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2023
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RJ5
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the inspection completed by a Toyota dealer during recall SRC RF2 (Transport Canada recall no. 2023-386) may not have been done correctly. As a result, a second inspection is required. On certain vehicles, the steering wheel spiral cable assembly could disconnect. If this happens, the airbag (SRS) warning lamp would turn on, and the driver-front airbag wouldn't work in a crash. This may also cause the horn or other steering wheel-mounted controls not to work properly.

    Safety risk. An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the production date of the spiral cable assembly, and replace it if necessary.

  3. Recall 2024-166 · Label

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    3 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2023
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RG7
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On a small number of trucks, the information on the tire and loading information label may be incorrect. This could lead you to overload the vehicle, inflate the tires incorrectly, and/or use the wrong rims and tires. This could lead to poor handling and/or a tire failure.

    Safety risk. Poor handling or a tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the tire and loading information label.

  4. Recall 2024-127 · Powertrain

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    21,035 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2022–2023
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RG6
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain trucks, the axle housing(s) may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the axle retaining nuts could loosen and detach. If this happens, the axle shaft(s) could separate from the axle housing(s). This could cause reduced braking and/or reduced vehicle stability. Note: This problem could cause noise, vibration and/or a differential oil leak.

    Safety risk. Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances. Reduced vehicle stability could cause a loss of control. Both issues could increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect the rear axle assembly and retighten the axle retaining nuts. If weld spatter is found, it will be removed. Any damaged axle components will be repaired or replaced, as necessary.

  5. Recall 2023-386 · Airbag

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    7,018 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2023
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RF2
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2025-242. On certain vehicles, the steering wheel spiral cable assembly could disconnect. If this happens, the airbag (SRS) warning lamp would turn on, and the driver-front airbag wouldn't work in a crash. This may also cause the horn or other steering wheel-mounted controls not to work properly.

    Safety risk. An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

    Corrective action. Toyota will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the production date of the spiral cable assembly, and replace it if necessary.

  6. Recall 2021-723 · Electrical

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    55,683 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2005–2019
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC XC8/XC9 / SRC RC8/RC9 / SRC RD1/RD2
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. This recall is for certain block heater kits installed on certain vehicles or sold as accessories at Toyota or Lexus dealerships. On certain vehicles, the engine block heater cable may not have enough heat protection and could be damaged by high temperatures. If this happens, the cable could short circuit while plugged in, and cause the wiring to overheat or melt. Note: This recall only affects the following block heater/cord part numbers: C014003034 PK5A408J09 PU14000904 C014003151 PK5A408J13 PU14000905 C014000885 PK5A489J11 PU14000907 C014000888 PK5A489J22 PU14000909 C014000907 PK5A410H00 PU14000911 C014100904 PU14000900 PU14000913 C014100907 PU14000901 PU14003571 C014100911 PU14000902 PK5A489J14 PK5A408J05 PU14000903

    Safety risk. Engine block heater wiring that overheats or melts could create the risk of a fire.

    Corrective action. Toyota recommends that you should stop using the engine block heater immediately. Toyota will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to disable the engine block heater. For some vehicles, the corrective actions for this recall are under development. For others, a new engine block heater cannot be installed, and the owner will receive a refund of the purchase price of the engine block heater.

  7. Recall 2020-514 · Fuel System

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    126,597 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2017–2020
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RB3 & SRC RB4
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Note: This recall is an expansion of recalls SRC R95/SRC R96 and SRC RA2/SRC RA3 (Transport Canada Recall Numbers 2020-005 and 2020-088).

    Safety risk. A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the fuel pump.

  8. Recall 2020-088 · Fuel System

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    111,835 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2018–2019
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC RA2 / SRC RA3
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall SRC R95/SRC R96 (Transport Canada Recall No. 2020-005)

    Safety risk. A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the fuel pump.

  9. Recall 2020-005 · Fuel System

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    46,733 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2018–2019
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC R95 / SRC R96
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving.

    Safety risk. A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

    Corrective action. The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the fuel pump.

  10. Recall 2018-705 · Brakes

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    2,603 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2018–2019
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC R72
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the brake master cylinder may contain a defect which could allow an internal brake fluid leak. This could reduce the performance of the front brakes, increasing stopping distances, which could result in a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the defective brake master cylinder.

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  1. Recall 2018-155 · Brakes

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    220 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2017
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC R59 / SRC R60
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, an oil passage in the rotor of the vacuum pump may not have been machined properly and could result in oil not being distributed throughout the pump. This could lead to the illumination of a warning light and message, an audible tone, and a sudden loss of braking assist, which could increase stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the vacuum pump with a new one.

  2. Recall 2017-363 · Electrical

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    39,189 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2016–2017
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC R39/R40/R47/R48
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the electrical power cords of some dealer installed block heaters may have been improperly manufactured, causing the wires to contact each other, resulting in a short circuit. A short circuit could lead to a fire which would increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property.

    Corrective action. For vehicles where the subject block heater was approved for installation, the dealer will replace the block heater assembly with a new one of an improved design. For vehicles where the subject block heater was not approved for installation, dealers will remove the block heater assembly. In the interim, until the remedy can be performed, dealers will cut the plug end from the block heater cord to disable the block heater's operation.

  3. Recall 2017-290 · Powertrain

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    2,398 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2016
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles equipped with a V6 engine, the crankshaft rotor may have been produced with an anti-corrosion coating that is too thick. This could cause interference with the crank position sensor, potentially causing the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the crank position sensor with one of an improved design.

  4. Recall 2017-231 · Powertrain

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    15,016 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2016–2017
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC R35
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the seal between the rear differential and the axle housing could degrade due to contact variation. This could result in leaking differential oil. If the vehicle is operated in this condition, damage to the differential could occur, and could potentially result in noise, reduced motive power and rear axle lockup. These issues could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

    Corrective action. Dealers will inspect the rear differential for leaks. If no leaks are found, fastening nuts will be re-tightened. If leaks are found, the differential gasket will be replaced, and new differential fastening nuts installed. Note: This applies to vehicles equipped with automatic transmission and non-locking differentials only.

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Second generation 2005–2015

13 recalls

  1. Recall 2021-723 · Electrical

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    55,683 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2005–2019
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SRC XC8/XC9 / SRC RC8/RC9 / SRC RD1/RD2
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. This recall is for certain block heater kits installed on certain vehicles or sold as accessories at Toyota or Lexus dealerships. On certain vehicles, the engine block heater cable may not have enough heat protection and could be damaged by high temperatures. If this happens, the cable could short circuit while plugged in, and cause the wiring to overheat or melt. Note: This recall only affects the following block heater/cord part numbers: C014003034 PK5A408J09 PU14000904 C014003151 PK5A408J13 PU14000905 C014000885 PK5A489J11 PU14000907 C014000888 PK5A489J22 PU14000909 C014000907 PK5A410H00 PU14000911 C014100904 PU14000900 PU14000913 C014100907 PU14000901 PU14003571 C014100911 PU14000902 PK5A489J14 PK5A408J05 PU14000903

    Safety risk. Engine block heater wiring that overheats or melts could create the risk of a fire.

    Corrective action. Toyota recommends that you should stop using the engine block heater immediately. Toyota will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to disable the engine block heater. For some vehicles, the corrective actions for this recall are under development. For others, a new engine block heater cannot be installed, and the owner will receive a refund of the purchase price of the engine block heater.

  2. Recall 2014-420 · Suspension

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    46,835 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2005–2011
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SSC253
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the leaf springs in the rear suspension could fracture due to stress and corrosion. If this were to occur, the broken leaf could move out of position and contact surrounding components, including the fuel tank. If the broken leaf were to contact the fuel tank repeatedly, it could puncture the fuel tank. This could result in a fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing injury and/or property damage.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the rear leaf spring assemblies with improved ones.

  3. Recall 2014-124 · Airbag

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    344,870 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2009–2011
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SSC234
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, electrical circuitry in the steering wheel assembly may become damaged. As a result, the driver's airbag may not function as intended, causing the instrument panel airbag warning lamp to illuminate. Failure of the driver's airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly.

  4. Recall 2014-043 · Brakes

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    25,557 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2012–2013
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SSC228, SSC229
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, a manufacturing defect could affect the functioning of the electric brake actuator, illuminating various warning lights in the instrument panel of the vehicle and disabling the antilock braking system (ABS), traction control and vehicle stability control systems. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

    Corrective action. Dealers will update the vehicle stability control ECU software and affect repairs as necessary.

  5. Recall 2013-392 · Engine

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    74 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2013–2014
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SSC225
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles equipped with four-cylinder engines, a manufacturing defect could cause the engine valve springs to break, potentially causing abnormal noise, rough engine performance, and in some cases, a sudden loss of motive power while driving. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the valve springs.

  6. Recall 2013-353 · Accessories

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    369 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2007–2013
    Manufacturer’s no.
    SSC222
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles equipped with an optional tonneau cover where the front-most panel can be opened with the vehicle ignition key, the lock cylinder could bind. If the lock cylinder were to bind in the open position, the panel may not remain closed and the tonneau cover assembly could separate from the vehicle while it is being driven. This could potentially result in property damage and pose a hazard to other road users.

    Corrective action. Dealers will affect repairs when service parts become available. In the interim, the panel release mechanism will be disabled or the tonneau cover removed, at the owner's choice.

  7. Recall 2013-273 · Seats And Restraints

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    26,830 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2005–2011
    Manufacturer’s no.
    213
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On vehicles with the Access Cab body configuration, fasteners within the driver and passenger front seat belt assemblies could loosen if the access doors are repeatedly and forcefully closed over an extended period of time. Should the fasteners loosen completely, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, which could increase the risk of injury in a crash or sudden stop.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the fasteners or the seat belt assemblies as necessary.

  8. Recall 2012-092 · Airbag

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    15,920 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2005–2009
    Manufacturer’s no.
    160
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, electrical circuitry in the steering wheel assembly may become damaged. As a result, the driver's airbag may not function as intended, causing the instrument panel airbag warning lamp to illuminate. Failure of the driver's airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the spiral cable assembly.

  9. Recall 2011-104 · Label

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    9 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2011
    Manufacturer’s no.
    138
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. Certain vehicles fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 - Tire Selection and Rims. These vehicles may have been equipped with accessory alloy wheels and tires prior to delivery to the customer. The specifications and recommended tire inflation pressures for the original equipment wheel and tire sizes, and the accessory wheel and tire size, are different. A replacement tire loading placard may not have been provided when the accessory wheels and tires were installed.

    Corrective action. Dealers will install a replacement tire loading placard.

  10. Recall 2010-043 · Powertrain

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    1,500 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2010
    Manufacturer’s no.
    024
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain four wheel drive vehicles, the joint portion of the drive shaft may include a component that developed cracks during the manufacturing process. These cracks may eventually lead to separation of the drive shaft resulting in the shaft contacting the road. This situation could lead to a loss of control causing property damage, personal injury or death.

    Corrective action. Dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the front drive shaft if necessary.

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  1. Recall 2009-290 · Other

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    437,445 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2005–2010
    Manufacturer’s no.
    011, 014, 030, 093, 083, 041, 084, 086, 081, 088
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal may become stuck in the wide open position due to an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat. A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

    Corrective action. Dealers will reconfigure the shape of the accelerator pedal. Certain models will also have the shape of the floor underneath the accelerator pedal modified and/or a brake override system installed.

  2. Recall 2006-048 · Tires

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    178 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2006
    Manufacturer’s no.
    603
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the tire bead may have been damaged due to improper assembly of the tires onto the wheels. If the vehicle is operated in this condition, there is a possibility that a bulge may be formed on the sidewall and/or may leak from the area of the damaged bead. The loss of air pressure will cause the tire to run under-inflated and may result in early failure causing a vehicle crash.

    Corrective action. Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the tires.

  3. Recall 2005-032 · Brakes

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    1,271 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2005
    Manufacturer’s no.
    508
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, the end lock nut (jam nut) of the parking brake operation wire may not have been secured properly to the parking brake assembly bracket due to insufficient torque control during the assembly process. If the vehicle is driven for an extended period in this condition, the lock nut and parking brake cable adjusting nut could potentially come loose. In the worst case, the lock nut may fall off and the adjusting nut can loosen, which may result in excessive free play in the parking brake pedal. This could lead to insufficient parking brake actuation.

    Corrective action. Dealers will re-tighten the parking brake lock nut to the proper torque.

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First generation 1995–2004

4 recalls

  1. Recall 2012-390 · Accessories

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    9,000 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2001–2004
    Manufacturer’s no.
    184
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, excessive corrosion of the spare tire carrier lift plate may cause the separation of the spare tire stowed under the vehicle. The spare tire falling on the road surface creates a safety hazard that may result in a crash causing personal injury and/or property damage.

    Corrective action. To be announced.

  2. Recall 2005-151 · Suspension

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    14,341 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2001–2004
    Manufacturer’s no.
    511
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain vehicles, a manufacturing issue with the front lower ball joint could result in premature wear. If the vehicle is operated for an extended period of time in this condition, the ball joint may eventually experience excessive wear and looseness, resulting in increased steering effort, reduced vehicle self-centering and noise in the front suspension. In extreme cases, when the driver continues to operate the vehicle in this condition, the lower ball joint may separate from the knuckle causing a loss of vehicle steering control.

    Corrective action. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower ball joints.

  3. Recall 2003-130 · Fuel System

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    2,281 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2001–2003
    Manufacturer’s no.
    311
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. On certain Double Cab vehicles submitted to government crash testing, a flange at the rear end of the Double Cab body could deform, and may interfere with the fuel filler inlet hose which connects the fuel filler pipe and fuel tank. This interference could result in damage to the fuel inlet hose, and in the worst case, if the vehicle rolls over after the crash, fuel could leak from the damaged fuel inlet hose, which may result in a fire if in the presence of an ignition source.

    Corrective action. Dealer will install a fuel hose protector on the body flange.

  4. Recall 2001-203 · Accessories

    Date
    Units affected in Canada
    900 (whole recall)
    Covers
    TACOMA 2000
    Manufacturer’s no.
    RAWP-0139
    Issue, risk and remedy

    Issue. Equipment Description: Towing hitch kits and aftermarket trailer towing wire harness converters. Due to inadequate waterproofing performance and improper installation location of the converter, which is mounted on the exterior of the vehicle, an electrical short circuit could occur if water enters the converter housing. The short circuit can cause a failure of the converter, and if a trailer is being towed at the time, can also cause failure of the trailer lights.

    Corrective action. Dealers will replace the converter.

Source: Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.

Fuel economy and cost

Natural Resources Canada’s combined ratings (55% city, 45% highway driving) for the newest model years it has rated. NRCan rates every drivetrain, transmission and package separately, so each row gives the range across them. The yearly cost assumes 20,000 km a year, the distance NRCan’s own fuel consumption search tool assumes, at Statistics Canada’s average self-serve price in Calgary for August 2026: regular 162.3¢/L, premium 188.4¢/L, diesel 210.6¢/L. Each rating is costed at the fuel NRCan rated it on. How far and how you drive will move it.

Toyota Tacoma: NRCan combined fuel consumption and yearly fuel cost in Calgary, model years 2019–2026.
YearEngineFuel Combined L/100 kmFuel a year (CAD)
2026 2.4 L, 4 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.2–11.9 $3,636–$3,863
2026 2.4 L, 4 cylinders hybrid (2 versions) Regular 10.1–10.3 $3,278–$3,343
2025 2.4 L, 4 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.2–11.9 $3,636–$3,863
2025 2.4 L, 4 cylinders hybrid (2 versions) Regular 10.1–10.3 $3,278–$3,343
2024 2.4 L, 4 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.2–11.9 $3,636–$3,863
2024 2.4 L, 4 cylinders hybrid (2 versions) Regular 10.0–10.3 $3,246–$3,343
2023 3.5 L, 6 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.9–12.9 $3,863–$4,187
2022 3.5 L, 6 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.8–12.9 $3,830–$4,187
2021 3.5 L, 6 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.8–12.9 $3,830–$4,187
2020 2.7 L, 4 cylinders (2 versions) Regular 11.2–11.7 $3,636–$3,798
2020 3.5 L, 6 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.9–12.9 $3,863–$4,187
2019 2.7 L, 4 cylinders (2 versions) Regular 11.2–11.7 $3,636–$3,798
2019 3.5 L, 6 cylinders (3 versions) Regular 11.9–12.9 $3,863–$4,187

Source: Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings, read . Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Prices: Statistics Canada, Table 18-10-0001-01, Monthly average retail prices for gasoline and fuel oil, by geography (https://doi.org/10.25318/1810000101-eng), used under the Statistics Canada Open Licence.

Canada notes

  • Frame programs in Canada are time-limited and administered like warranty extensions; a used Tacoma’s frame should be inspected before purchase regardless of program history.[2]
  • Canadian Tacomas lean heavily to 4x4: the 2020 line-up came only with part-time 4WD and a two-speed transfer case, and every 2026 grade is four-wheel drive, with full-time 4WD on the hybrid Limited.[7][9]
  • The Tacoma is not built in Canada; trucks come from the U.S. and Mexico.[1]
  • Block heaters: certain Toyota dealer block heater kits fitted to 2005–2019 Tacomas were recalled because the cable could overheat while plugged in.[16]

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Sources

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  1. Wikipedia, Toyota Tacoma. Accessed .
  2. MoneySense, “My truck’s frame is rusted. Where does Toyota’s obligation to repair it begin and end?”. Accessed .
  3. Toyota Canada, 2002 Toyota Tacoma specifications. Accessed .
  4. Toyota Canada, 2016 Toyota Tacoma specifications. Accessed .
  5. Toyota Canada, 2017 Toyota Tacoma brochure. Accessed .
  6. Toyota Canada, 2018 Toyota Tacoma specifications. Accessed .
  7. Toyota Canada, 2020 Toyota Tacoma brochure. Accessed .
  8. Toyota Canada, 2024 Toyota Tacoma is the ultimate adventure machine. Accessed .
  9. Toyota Canada, What’s new: 2026 Toyota Tacoma. Accessed .
  10. Transport Canada, Transport Canada recall 2005-151: front lower ball joints (Tacoma). Accessed .
  11. Transport Canada, Transport Canada recall 2012-390: corroded spare tire carrier (Tacoma). Accessed .
  12. Transport Canada, Transport Canada recall 2014-420: rear leaf spring fracture from stress and corrosion (Tacoma). Accessed .
  13. Transport Canada, Transport Canada recall 2017-231: rear differential seal (Tacoma). Accessed .
  14. Transport Canada, Transport Canada recall 2020-514: low-pressure fuel pump (Tacoma). Accessed .
  15. Transport Canada, Transport Canada recall 2025-363: rear brake hoses (Tacoma). Accessed .
  16. Transport Canada, Transport Canada recall 2021-723: engine block heater cable kits (Toyota and Lexus). Accessed .

Where the recall and fuel data comes from

Transport Canada’s recalls and NRCan’s fuel ratings: contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Pump prices: Statistics Canada, used under the Statistics Canada Open Licence. Neither government endorses GarageMap. More Toyota guides: Toyota models · all vehicle guides.