CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Toyota Tacoma has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 125 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 6 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (22 reports).
2013 Toyota Tacoma recalls
Hood Scoop Can Detach, Creating a Road Hazard
Certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles fitted with accessory hood scoops installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors (SET) or SET dealers may have a hood scoop whose adhesive weakens over time.
Most common 2013 Toyota Tacoma problems
Problem areas named in the 125 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Suspension | 15 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Steering | 14 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 11 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
What owners report
Over the past two weeks the steering effort on my 2nd generation Tacoma has become progressively harder to turn the wheel past certain points in both directions. I initially thought it was a steering pump problem, but based on reporting on the TacomaWorld site, it appears very likely this is a problem with the universal joints at the bottom of the Steering Intermediate Shaft. Their site shows this problem being reported as early as 2008 however, it doesn't appear Toyota ever addressed this with maintenance recommendations, an extended warranty, or safety recall.
2013 Toyota Tacoma rear leaf spring is broken in half 3 leaf set up exactly like the recall up to 2011. Why didnât the recall go up to 2013. Truck would bottom out easily for years on bumpy back roads
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while closing the hood, the hood prop rod unexpectedly fell behind the latch, ceasing to securely latch the hood. While driving at 80 MPH, the hood suddenly opened and fractured the windshield. There was no injury sustained. The contact immediately pulled over to the side of the road, closed the hood, and continued driving. The dealer was contacted and informed of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The Insurance Provider was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mi
I am filing this consumer complaint against Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toyota Motor North America, Inc.) for unfair and deceptive business practices related to a known paint peeling defect on my 2013 Toyota Tacoma (VIN identified in form, paint code 040 Super White). The vehicle exhibits severe peeling on the passenger side rear door, engine compartment, and other areas due to primer adhesion failure from sunlight exposureânot accident damageâmatching symptoms addressed in Toyota's Customer Support Program ZKG and related Technical Service Bulletins for 2009â2015 Tacoma models. Despite multiple contacts with Toyota's Customer Experience Center (1-800-331-4331), Stevens Creek Toy
Vehicle involved in a head on collision resulting in a total loss. Frontal airbags did not deploy. Occupant (driver) sustained bilateral wrist injuries requiring surgery.
2013 Toyota Tacoma questions
Does the 2013 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2013 Toyota Tacoma: Hood Scoop Can Detach, Creating a Road Hazard; Equipment:Other:Labels; Electronic Stability Control (Esc); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module; Engine; Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Toyota Tacoma?
Based on 125 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (22), Service Brakes (16), Suspension (15).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.