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2017 Toyota Tacoma recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2017 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 5
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 242
Latest campaign: Nov 4, 2020

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Nov 4, 2020	20V682000
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	Apr 3, 2018	18V211000
Equipment	1	Dec 20, 2017	17V831000
Engine	1	Jun 1, 2017	17V356000
Power train	1	Apr 27, 2017	17V285000

Safety recalls5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Nov 4, 2020Latest campaign


Nov 4, 202020V682000	Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V682000 What's wrong 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. Risk If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01. Campaign NHTSA 20V682000 · Nov 4, 2020
Apr 3, 201818V211000	Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist vacuum A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V211000 What's wrong Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist. Risk A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD. Campaign NHTSA 18V211000 · Apr 3, 2018
Dec 20, 201717V831000	Equipment: other labels An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V831000 What's wrong Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles. These vehicles may have incorrect load carrying capacity modification labels. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims." Risk An incorrect load information label can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Toyota will notify owners and provide them with corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are H0Z for Toyota vehicles, and HLF for Lexus vehicles. Campaign NHTSA 17V831000 · Dec 20, 2017
Jun 1, 201717V356000	Engine An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V356000 What's wrong Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine. The affected vehicles have a crank position sensor that may malfunction, potentially resulting in an engine stall. Risk An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crank position sensor with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0H. Campaign NHTSA 17V356000 · Jun 1, 2017
Apr 27, 201717V285000	Power train: driveline differential unit If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential may seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a… DetailsHide details for campaign 17V285000 What's wrong Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing. Risk If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential may seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear differential for oil leakage. Based on the inspection, dealers will either tightening the fastening nuts or replace the fastening nuts and gasket. If the rear differential components are damaged, the rear differential carrier assembly will be replaced. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall June 19, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0G. Campaign NHTSA 17V285000 · Apr 27, 2017

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component242

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

242Complaints filed

12Involving a crash

6Involving a fire

9Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Power train	68	28	3	1	1
Unknown or other	36	15	1	1	0
Engine	36	15	0	3	0
Service brakes	32	13	2	0	1
Structure	27	11	1	0	1
Fuel/propulsion system	23	10	0	0	0
Electrical system	22	9	0	2	0
Air bags	13	5	9	0	9
Vehicle speed control	11	5	2	1	0
Seats	10	4	0	1	0
Visibility/wiper	8	3	0	0	0
Exterior lighting	8	3	0	0	0
Wheels	8	3	1	1	1
Suspension	6	2	0	0	0
Seat belts	3	1	0	0	0

8 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Unknown or other
“Description of the Problem: I am filing this safety complaint regarding severe, premature clear coat failure on my 2017 Toyota Tacoma (Magnetic Gray Metallic).”
Filed 10/12/2026 · ODI 11770702
Structure
“Vehicle: 2017 Toyota Tacoma Issue: Persistent water intrusion, extensive mold contamination, and unresolved condition following Toyota Limited Service Campaign 21TD03.”
Filed 10/09/2026 · ODI 11770249
Visibility/wiper
“While driving at highway speeds on the interstate, the driver-side sun visor suddenly experienced an internal mechanical failure, snapping at the pivot point.”
Filed 10/08/2026 · ODI 11769937

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2017 Toyota Tacoma recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Toyota Tacoma have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma. The most recent, 20V682000 (reported November 4, 2020), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Toyota Tacoma?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 68 complaints out of 242 filed with NHTSA (28%). Across all complaints, owners reported 12 crashs and 6 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2017 Toyota Tacoma?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Toyota dealer.

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Recall summary by component5

Safety recalls5

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist vacuum

Equipment: other labels

Engine

Power train: driveline differential unit