2016 Toyota Tacoma Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 324 owner complaints for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. The EPA rates it 18 to 21 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 324
- Crashes / fires reported
- 4 / 4
- EPA combined
- 18–21 MPG
2016 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.
EngineJun 1, 2017 · NHTSA 17V356000+
Risk: An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
Power TrainApr 27, 2017 · NHTSA 17V285000+
Risk: If the vehicle is operated with an insufficient amount of oil in the rear differential, the differential may seize and cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 will be replaced. The repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall June 19, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0G.
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.
Air BagsOct 14, 2015 · NHTSA 15V656000+
Risk: The incorrect bolts may loosen over time and affect the performance of the driver's knee air bag, increasing the risk of driver injury during a crash that necessitates deployment of the air bags.
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2016 Toyota Tacoma problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Power Train136
- Unknown or Other50
- Engine47
- Electrical System37
- Structure22
- Seats22
- Service Brakes18
- Exterior Lighting17
2016 Toyota Tacoma gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma 2WD | 2.7 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Tacoma 2WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 2.7 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 2.7 L 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 19 | 21 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 17 | 21 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Tacoma 4WD Double Cab | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2016 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Toyota Tacoma problems?
Owners filed 324 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are power train (136), unknown or other (50), engine (47).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Toyota Tacoma get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Toyota Tacoma at 18 to 21 MPG combined (best version: 19 city / 23 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.