2016 Toyota Tacoma problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2016 Toyota Tacoma have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Tacoma get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Tacoma at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 22 highway).

Q: How much is a 2016 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Comparable 2016 Toyota Tacoma listings run roughly $18,300–$37,499, typically around $29,061 (from 64 vehicles).

2016 Toyota Tacoma at a glance

Safety recalls4

Owner complaints323

Combined20 mpg

Typical price$29,061

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2016 Toyota Tacoma recalls 4

Structure:body:hood:hinge And Attachments NHTSA Campaign #17V425000 · 03/07/2017

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.

Engine NHTSA Campaign #17V356000 · 01/06/2017

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.

Fix: 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.

Power Train:driveline:differential Unit NHTSA Campaign #17V285000 · 27/04/2017

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.

Fix: 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 w…

Air Bags:knee Bolster NHTSA Campaign #15V656000 · 14/10/2015

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tacoma trucks manufactured August 20, 2015, to September 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, incorrect bolts were used to install the driver's knee air bag module.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct driver's knee air bag module mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is F0T.

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.

2016 Toyota Tacoma common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 323 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.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Fuel/propulsion System

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

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Seats

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

2016 Toyota Tacoma MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg

City18 mpg

Highway22 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,121

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

What's a 2016 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Low

$18,300

Typical price

$29,061

High

$37,499

From 64 comparable 2016 Toyota Tacoma listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Toyota Tacoma costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,605

Depreciation (5 yrs)$9,150

Total$24,755

Per mile$0.33

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 ($29,061) with the same model 5 model-years older ($19,910), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Toyota Tacoma trims & engines on record

Trims

SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport · SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro · SR/SR5 · Limited · SR/SR5/TRD Sport · SR5/TRD Sport

Engines

3.5L 6-cyl 278 hp · 2.7L 4-cyl 159 hp

2016 Toyota Tacoma vehicles on record

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN7GM018212

2016 Toyota Tacoma Limited3TMGZ5AN6GM029232

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro5TFCZ5AN0GX032930

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport5TFAZ5CN9GX018089

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro5TFCZ5AN6GX002525

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN8GM007994

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR55TFRX5GN5GX066675

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN4GM025523

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN5GM007838

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport5TFAZ5CN7GX001081 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR55TFRX5GN1GX057746 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN4GM007684 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR55TFRX5GN1GX066186

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN1GM013863 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro3TMCZ5ANXGM022167 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN9GM005980

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro3TMCZ5AN9GM010737 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport3TMAZ5CN2GM012284 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro3TMCZ5ANXGM043410 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR55TFRX5GN1GX059612 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro3TMCZ5AN7GM024765

2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR55TFSX5EN2GX045254 2016 Toyota Tacoma Limited3TMGZ5AN2GM033729 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5/TRD Off Road/TRD Sport/TRD Pro5TFCZ5AN1GX017501

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2016 Toyota Tacoma — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Toyota Tacoma have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Toyota Tacoma?

Based on 323 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, power train, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Tacoma get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Tacoma at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2016 Toyota Tacoma worth?

Comparable 2016 Toyota Tacoma listings run roughly $18,300–$37,499, typically around $29,061 (from 64 vehicles).

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