2012 Toyota Tacoma: recalls and problems
7 recalls and 295 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
Vehicle: 2012 toyota tacoma vin: [xxx] toyota special service campaign 20tc01 was performed on september 19, 2024, at approximately 103,417 miles. the campaign addressed the secondary air injection system, including the air injection pump and air switching valves. according to toyota's repair records, the dealer installed an air switching valve kit, air pump repair kit, and air pump cover under campaign ssc 20tc01.
- driver’s seat back recliner mechanism / seatback locking mechanism. during a rear-end interstate collision while stopped in traffic, the driver’s seat suddenly reclined backward unexpectedly. after the accident, the recliner adjustment knob/handle was found detached at the tow yard. the vehicle is currently at a tow/salvage yard and may be available for inspection upon request. - because the seat reclined unexpecte
Odometer fraud. the contact purchased a 2012 toyota tacoma. it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. the vehicle was a private sale. at the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 51,350 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 212,400. the vin was not available
The contact owns a 2012 toyota tacoma. the contact stated that while driving at 35-40 mph, coming up on fog, the driver, attempting to slow down, traveled over a slush patch in the roadway, and an approaching vehicle was in view. she lost control of the vehicle, spun around, and went face-first into a ditch, and the vehicle flipped and rolled over onto the hood. there were no warning lights illuminated. the contact
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD | ||||
| 2012 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | |
| 2012 Toyota Tacoma PU/RC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | |
| 2012 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 2WD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Tacoma. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.