1999 Toyota Tacoma problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 1999 Toyota Tacoma get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Toyota Tacoma at about 18 mpg combined (17 city / 21 highway).

Q: How much is a 1999 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Comparable 1999 Toyota Tacoma listings run roughly $2,600–$13,995, typically around $7,716 (from 15 vehicles).

1999 Toyota Tacoma at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints256

Combined18 mpg

Typical price$7,716

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1999 Toyota Tacoma recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1999 Toyota Tacoma.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1999 Toyota Tacoma common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 256 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Trailer Hitches

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1999 Toyota Tacoma MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg

City17 mpg

Highway21 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,417

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 1999 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Low

$2,600

Typical price

$7,716

High

$13,995

From 15 comparable 1999 Toyota Tacoma listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Toyota Tacoma costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,085

Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,750

Total$22,835

Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($7,716) with the same model 3 model-years older ($4,271), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Toyota Tacoma trims & engines on record

Trims

DELUXE · Base · Prerunner

Engines

2.7L 4-cyl 150 hp · 2.4L 4-cyl 142 hp · 3.4L 6-cyl 183 hp

1999 Toyota Tacoma vehicles on record

1999 Toyota Tacoma Base4TANL42N0XZ465330 1999 Toyota Tacoma Base4TANL42N4XZ403431 1999 Toyota Tacoma Base4TANL42NXXZ478120 1999 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner4TASM92N7XZ430331

1999 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner4TASM92N5XZ440243

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1999 Toyota Tacoma — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Toyota Tacoma have any safety recalls?

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1999 Toyota Tacoma.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Toyota Tacoma?

Based on 256 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, suspension, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Toyota Tacoma get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Toyota Tacoma at about 18 mpg combined (17 city / 21 highway).

How much is a 1999 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Comparable 1999 Toyota Tacoma listings run roughly $2,600–$13,995, typically around $7,716 (from 15 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.