2011 Toyota Tacoma Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2011 Toyota Tacoma recalls

Most common 2011 Toyota Tacoma problems

Problem areas named in the 186 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	60
Exterior Lighting	32
Electrical System	23
Structure	21
Steering	17
Air Bags	17
Service Brakes	10
Unknown Or Other	10
Vehicle Speed Control	9
Power Train	8

What owners report

2026-08-18, Air Bags
I purchased a vehicle from a car dealer "as is" with a clean title. About two months after purchase I took it to a mechanic after I got an airbag light and he told me the vehicle was missing airbags and was in a hard enough collision that it caused the airbags to deploy. This was not listed on the Carfax report and was not disclosed to me. I would have never purchased a vehicle if I knew it was missing airbags.

2026-08-12, Suspension
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tacoma. While inspecting underneath the vehicle, the contact discovered that the vehicle was only equipped with three leaf springs instead of four. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall for the failure associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was unknown.

2026-07-21, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that over time the horn intermittently became inoperable; however, the horn operated while in the middle of making a turn. The contact was concerned about the failure because the horn and the air bag in the steering wheel were connected by the clockspring. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired because the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The local dealer confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall related to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,000.

2026-07-06, Structure
The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while performing a routine engine oil change, extensive corrosion was observed across the entire undercarriage. The severe rust damage fully compromised the vehicle's structural frame, control arms, and several underbody components. The dealer was not notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

2026-06-09, Unknown Or Other
Chassis recall under Toyota Recall Program ZKA/LSC K0D. While the window of this recall closed in 2017, my vehicle was sold to me several years after 2017. The vehicle chassis is in a critical state and is likely to snap in half. I have sent a letter and photos to: Toyota Motor Corp., Federal Highway Admin, Toyota Clearwater, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, FL House of Rep and BBB Natl Programs. All of the above were sent via trackable and signature required USPS. The vehicle should have been prohibited from any resale if the recall can be closed. As i understand it, technically there should be no expiration date on a significant failure. I do not have $13,000 to get a new vehi

2011 Toyota Tacoma questions

Does the 2011 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma: Hood Scoop Can Detach, Creating a Road Hazard; Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler; Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Leaf; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Toyota Tacoma?

Based on 186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (60), Exterior Lighting (32), Electrical System (23).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.