1998 Toyota Tacoma Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Toyota Tacoma recalls

Most common 1998 Toyota Tacoma problems

Problem areas named in the 300 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Structure	99
Air Bags	47
Tires	32
Suspension	30
Seat Belts	23
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	21
Vehicle Speed Control	17
Unknown Or Other	16
Engine And Engine Cooling	15
Steering	12

What owners report

2025-02-12, Structure
The contact owns a 1998 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, the contact was informed that the subframe was severely corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Campaign: 10030357-0006 (Frame Corrosion-Preventative Compound); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 164,000.

2023-01-24, Structure
The contact owns a 1998 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while inspecting the subframe of the vehicle, he noticed that there was a hole in the rear passenger side wheel well. The contact stated that the failure had increased significantly. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist as an unknown recall had expired. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

2022-07-15, Air Bags
I had an accident over a year ago and the airbags did not deploy then I ask the guy that fixed it told me that it didn't have the sensor on the front of my truck, and I wonder why. Now I realized the never saw that sensor on my truck, and want to know what is happening with my truck if other vehicles are involved in the same situation. Sincerely: [XXX]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

2022-03-15, Unknown Or Other
Left and right Frame members forward of the rear leaf spring mounts are severely rusted. According to the Toyota dealership who inspected it, the frame is compromised and their is a potential for structural failure in a collision. I purchased the vehicle in October of 2020 from the original owner who maintained it in immaculate condition. The rusted areas are not very obvious while inspecting the outside of the frame, however the interior portions have severe damage. I contacted Toyota Brand Enhancement, on the dealerships recommendation and was told they would not assist based on the lack of a recall.

2021-03-08, Structure
I BOUGHT A 1998 TOYOTA TACOMA 4X4 AUTOMATIC WITH 106995 ON THE ODOMETER AND I AM HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING IT INSPECTED BECAUSE OF THE RIGHT SIDE REAR FRAME IS TESTED TO BAD

1998 Toyota Tacoma questions

Does the 1998 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Toyota Tacoma: Air Bags:On-Off Switch Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Toyota Tacoma?

Based on 300 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (99), Air Bags (47), Tires (32).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Toyota Tacoma has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.