2015 Toyota Tacoma Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 101 owner complaints for the 2015 Toyota Tacoma. The EPA rates it 17 to 22 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
4
Owner complaints
101
Crashes / fires reported
15 / 2
EPA combined
17–22 MPG

2015 Toyota Tacoma recalls

  • StructureJul 3, 2017 · NHTSA 17V425000+

    Risk: If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    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.

    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.

  • TiresFeb 23, 2015 · NHTSA 15V099000+

    Risk: Improperly inflated tires may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will send a revised tire placard with correct tire size and inflation information to owners, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Tacoma pickup trucks manufactured August 7, 2014, to December 22, 2014. The affected vehicles may have had their tires and wheels changed to TRD PRO accessory tires and wheels, causing the inflation information on the tire placard to be incorrect which may result in the tire being improperly inflated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."

  • EquipmentDec 30, 2014 · NHTSA 14V828000+

    Risk: Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.

    Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

    Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.

  • EquipmentOct 22, 2014 · NHTSA 14V663000+

    Risk: An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Gulf States has notified owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074.

    Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tacoma vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may contain an incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2015 Toyota Tacoma problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Unknown or Other29
  • Structure15
  • Service Brakes12
  • Engine12
  • Air Bags11
  • Power Train9
  • Vehicle Speed Control9
  • Electrical System8

2015 Toyota Tacoma gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Tacoma 2WD2.7 L 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd212522$2,900
Tacoma 2WD2.7 L 4 cyl, Automatic 4-spd192421$3,050
Tacoma 2WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd172119$3,400
Tacoma 4WD2.7 L 4 cyl, Automatic 4-spd182119$3,400
Tacoma 4WD2.7 L 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd182019$3,400
Tacoma 2WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd162118$3,550
Tacoma 4WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd162118$3,550
Tacoma 4WD4.0 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd151917$3,800

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2015 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Toyota Tacoma, most recently for the structure (Jul 3, 2017). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2015 Toyota Tacoma problems?

Owners filed 101 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are unknown or other (29), structure (15), service brakes (12).

What gas mileage does the 2015 Toyota Tacoma get?

The EPA rates the 2015 Toyota Tacoma at 17 to 22 MPG combined (best version: 21 city / 25 highway).

Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.