2021 Toyota Tacoma Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 81 owner complaints for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma. The EPA rates it 18 to 21 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 0
- Owner complaints
- 81
- Crashes / fires reported
- 9 / 0
- EPA combined
- 18–21 MPG
2021 Toyota Tacoma recalls
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma as of Oct 26, 2026.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2021 Toyota Tacoma problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Power Train14
- Engine12
- Service Brakes12
- Unknown or Other12
- Forward Collision Avoidance9
- Electrical System9
- Air Bags7
- Structure6
2021 Toyota Tacoma gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma 2WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Tacoma 2WD | 2.7 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 2.7 L 4 cyl, Automatic (S6) | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 3.5 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Tacoma 4WD D-CAB MT TRD-ORP/PRO | 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 2021 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma as of Oct 26, 2026.
What are the most common 2021 Toyota Tacoma problems?
Owners filed 81 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are power train (14), engine (12), service brakes (12).
What gas mileage does the 2021 Toyota Tacoma get?
The EPA rates the 2021 Toyota Tacoma at 18 to 21 MPG combined (best version: 19 city / 24 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.