2001 Toyota Tacoma Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2001 Toyota Tacoma has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 396 complaints with NHTSA, including 40 crashes, 4 fires, 36 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (235 reports).

4Recalls
396Owner complaints
40Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2001 Toyota Tacoma recalls

Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire

Recall 12V542Nov 23, 2012150,000 vehicles affected

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Recall 05V225May 17, 2005768,379 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 03V189May 19, 2003123,360 vehicles affected

Tires:Sidewall

Recall 01V186Jun 7, 200143 vehicles affected

Most common 2001 Toyota Tacoma problems

Problem areas named in the 396 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure235
Suspension84
Unknown Or Other41
Air Bags20
Steering20
Power Train16
Service Brakes, Hydraulic15
Tires13
Vehicle Speed Control11
Wheels7

What owners report

2025-09-21, Wheels
Lower ball joint separated from knuckle and it says 0 recalls repaired i want it replaced because there oem they were never replaced when recalled
2024-09-27, Structure
We purchased a 2001 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner from a used car lot in Omaha NE. We have had it for 3 months and recently had a mechanic look over the vehicle for repairs. The mechanic indicated the frame is rusted through and the truck is unsafe to drive. The mechanic indicated that there was a recall on the frames possibly, so we followed up with Toyota. Toyota told me that there is no frame recall, but instead they did a "Customer Support Program" in relation to the frame, but it had expired. Toyota told us there is nothing they can do for us. My concern is that Toyota has a known issue, a safety issue, concerning their vehicles but will not rectify it. I would like Toyota to be held liable f
2024-05-16, Unknown Or Other
My Toyota truck frame is rusted with big holes and could break in two at any time.
2023-09-07, Structure
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced under recall for corrosion underneath the vehicle. The contact became aware that there was corrosion underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and rust protection was sprayed on the corrosion but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 100,000. The vehicle was taken back to Toyota for service, which was outside the extended warranty and the tech was shown the gaping holes in the frame that had rusted through and at that point the contact was told the extended warranty had expired so they
2023-07-24, Suspension
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact swerved to the left to avoid another vehicle and the steering had stiff. The contact stated that the front driver’s side wheel then collapsed inside the wheel well. The contact lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle skidded off the highway and onto the right shoulder. The contact stated that the seat belt warning light then illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaig

2001 Toyota Tacoma questions

Does the 2001 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Toyota Tacoma: Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Tires:Sidewall. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Toyota Tacoma?

Based on 396 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (235), Suspension (84), Unknown Or Other (41).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 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.

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