Defect Summary: 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.
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The 2020 Toyota Tacoma is associated with 87 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 1 safety recall campaign in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Fuel & Propulsion System, accounting for 14 reports (16% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 6 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.5l 6-cyl and 2.7l 4-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 18 to 21 MPG combined. The 2020 Toyota Tacoma belongs to the 3rd generation (N300) Tacoma platform spanning model years 2016–2023.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 87 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 1 official campaign
- • Primary Defect Domain: Fuel & Propulsion System (14 / 16%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 6 crash / 0 fire / 5 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 4 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 18–21 MPG across 6 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma 2WD | 3.5L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 MPG | 24 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Tacoma 2WD | 2.7L 4-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 20 MPG | 23 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Tacoma 4WD | 3.5L 6-Cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 18 MPG | 22 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| Tacoma 4WD | 2.7L 4-Cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 MPG | 22 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| Tacoma 4WD | 3.5L 6-Cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 17 MPG | 21 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $3,400 / yr |
| Tacoma 4WD D-CAB MT TRD-ORP/PRO | 3.5L 6-Cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 17 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $3,400 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PU/CC 2WD | 14.7% | ||||
| PU/EC 2WD | 14.7% | ||||
| PU/CC 4WD | 19.1% | ||||
| PU/EC 4WD | 19.1% |
Standard and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Standard in official NHTSA records for tested 2020 Toyota Tacoma models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
Summary of 87 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2020 Toyota Tacoma problems & component breakdown (40 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2020 Toyota Tacoma
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma
How many safety recalls does the 2020 Toyota Tacoma have?
The 2020 Toyota Tacoma is associated with 1 official NHTSA safety recall campaign in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
NHTSA records list 87 consumer defect complaints for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Fuel & Propulsion System, appearing in 14 filings (16% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2020 Toyota Tacoma earned an Overall Safety Rating of 4 out of 5 stars across 4 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2020 Toyota Tacoma get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2020 Toyota Tacoma range from 18 to 21 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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