2021 Toyota Tacoma SR5
3TMCZ5AN9MM448301
Vehicle history report for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma SR5 (VIN 3TMCZ5AN9MM448301). Black, pickup, 3.5L 6-cyl 278 hp, gasoline. Registered in Tn. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 74
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2021 Toyota Tacoma.
LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION
About a month ago the Blind spot monitoring system failed, dealer said $2500.00 to repair, about 10 days ago, backup sonar parking system failed, dealer cost to repair $2200.00
NHTSA ODI #11743192ENGINE
The plastic coolant crossover valve or pipe failed at 66,000 miles and 5 years of usage. This led to the radiator cracking. After researching online, I read about thousands of Tacoma 3rd generation users with the same issue. Also, the same issue was recalled for several other models of Toyotas but not the Tacoma.
NHTSA ODI #11740269FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
After I purchased my 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport with 4 miles on it and at 1,332 miles on 11/26/21, the Check Engine light with Traction Control Off light came on while I was driving. I immediately pulled over and on the truck media screen it read this: "A malfunction in the electronic control of the engine, throttle or automatic transmission has been detec…
NHTSA ODI #11733332SERVICE BRAKES
when I push the brake pedal, it goes to the floor. I have had the brakes and master cylinder replaced. after about one month the brakes started failing again. I am going to take it back to the mechanic to have them re-evaluate the brakes. No kind of official has inspected my truck. I have been having braking issues for about a year.
NHTSA ODI #11722917STEERING,POWER TRAIN,LANE DEPARTURE
There are three concerns in this write up: at 117000 miles the blind spot monitoring system has fails and will cost $300 to repair. More concerning is that it was recommended I replace the Power Steering Lines at a cost of $927 and the Transmission Lines at a cost of $797 due to severe rusting and corrosion. Its recommended before they rust through and break…
NHTSA ODI #11720723FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
FRONT RADAR RECALL- NO BACK COVER AND GOES DEFECTIVE
NHTSA ODI #11715783ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When vehicle is driven at 85 mph (cruise control set) speedometer jolts. Speed must be reduced to 84 to resolve issue.
NHTSA ODI #11707691AIR BAGS
Vehicle was in car accident where airbags did not deploy.
1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11707694+ 66 more complaints on record.
