2011 Toyota Tacoma problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What is the 2011 Toyota Tacoma safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2011 Toyota Tacoma crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Q: What gas mileage does the 2011 Toyota Tacoma get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Toyota Tacoma at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 21 highway).

Q: How much is a 2011 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Comparable 2011 Toyota Tacoma listings run roughly $12,600–$25,500, typically around $19,910 (from 259 vehicles).

2011 Toyota Tacoma at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints184

Combined19 mpg

Typical price$19,910

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2011 Toyota Tacoma recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2011 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.

2011 Toyota Tacoma common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension

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

Structure

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

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.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Fuel/propulsion System

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

2011 Toyota Tacoma safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Toyota Tacoma PU/RC AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2011 Toyota Tacoma MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg

City17 mpg

Highway21 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,313

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

What's a 2011 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Low

$12,600

Typical price

$19,910

High

$25,500

From 259 comparable 2011 Toyota Tacoma listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Toyota Tacoma costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,565

Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,000

Total$21,565

Per mile$0.29

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 ($19,910) with the same model 5 model-years older ($14,886), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.