2012
Toyota
Tacoma
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159 hp @ 5200 rpm
Horsepower
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
159 hp
Horsepower
180 ft-lb
Torque
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
4-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.8 - 10.9 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity80.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
4
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,059 mm
Front Legroom
716 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Tire Pressure Monitor
Security
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
N/A
Width
6 ft0.2"
1.83m
Height
5 ft5.7"
1.67m
Wheelbase
10 ft7.8"
3.25m
Gallery
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Colors
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Super White
#F7F7F7
Silver Streak Mica
#AFB0B2
Black
#000000
Magnetic Gray Metallic
#384149
Nautical Blue Metallic
#1D1E4E
Spruce Mica
#263D37
Barcelona Red Metallic
#8F0503
Pyrite Mica
#4A4542
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
291 complaints reported to NHTSA
291
Total Reports
14
Crashes
4
Injuries
0
Fires
Most Common Issues
ENGINE
122
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
51
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
43
POWER TRAIN
35
SERVICE BRAKES
22
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
22
Recent Reports
ODI #11677221
Jul 30, 2025
POWER TRAINSTRUCTURETIRES
The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the undercarriage of the vehicle was significantly rusted. The TPMS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was repaired under the warranty; however, the failure recurred. The dealer informed the contact that the rear bumper and brackets were rusted, and there was no recall or warranty coverage. The contact stated upon pulling into the driveway of the residence, the contact noticed a trail of fluid leak on the street. The contact stated that the transmission lines were fractured due to rust. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the vehicle was significantly rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.
Incident: Oct 21, 2021VIN: 3TMLU4EN2CM***
ODI #11664317
Jun 2, 2025
SUSPENSION
My leaf spring(s) is noisy/loosened and to the best of my limited knowledge is at risk for breaking off and puncturing the fuel tank per repair shops. This issue is not covered under Safety Recall E02 (E12) by Toyota for the model year 2012 Tacoma. As a consumer, I don't understand the determination of when the recall is cut off for specific model years. I would like for NHTSA and Toyota to analyze this issue as the model year 2012 Tacoma could be at risk. I have case with Toyota Customer Resolutions that has been closed. Thanks for your attention into this matter.
Incident: Feb 1, 2025VIN: 3TMLU4EN8CM***
ODI #11662570
May 22, 2025
STEERING
While driving on the road truck locks up occassionally in a curve. i know of mulitple trucks its happening to and only in curves- will end up hurting someone if a fix for it isnt found - no one seems to know what is going on
Incident: May 21, 2025VIN: 3TMLU4EN7CM***
ODI #11661159
May 15, 2025
Crash
WHEELS
The contact owned a 2012 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while his son was driving 40 MPH, the rear driver-side wheel rim detached. The traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle veered to the right, accelerated independently, and went up the embankment, hit a tree, and accelerated independently down the embankment when the vehicle flipped on the passenger side, where it came to a stop. The driver-side and passenger-side air bags deployed, and the side curtain air bags deployed. A police report was not filed. There were no injuries sustained. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The insurance company was contacted, and pending results. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
Incident: May 13, 2025VIN: 5TFUU4EN4CX***
ODI #11632871
Dec 28, 2024
POWER TRAIN
My truck started having a vibration when driving around 45-55 mph. This problem first became noticeable when it had about 115,000 miles on it. Over time the speed that the vibration became noticeable at gradually increased. By 125,000 miles on the truck, it was vibrating hard between 60 and 70 mph. The dealership determined that the problem was that the drive shaft was out of balance and that it had to be replaced. They replaced the drive shaft, but this doesn't seem like a problem that should creep up with that relatively few miles on the vehicle, and I have read that if the drive shaft actually fails, it can severely damage the vehicle and potentially cause injury.
Incident: Sep 18, 2023VIN: 5TFNX4CNXCX***
ODI #11560610
Dec 18, 2023
STRUCTURE
Under the bottom of my truck, there is tons of rust. I know a lot of the trucks my year, make, and model has been recalled for rust on the body and other parts of the truck. I was told that a Toyota dealership should replace it with the amount it has, and now a hole has appeared but they only told me a price to fix everything that is rusted. Just puts my vehicle at risk driving it back and forth to work.
Incident: Oct 20, 2023VIN: 3TMMU4FNXCM***
ODI #11546237
Sep 24, 2023
Crash
STRUCTUREUNKNOWN OR OTHERSERVICE BRAKES
Will not fix the frame. my husband has a 2005 and it looks new compared to my 2012. The last mechanic I used told me not to bring it back to him to much rust. Toyota said it passed their inspection. There is no way. They’ve had my truck almost a yr. I thought they was fixing it. No they just been chilling. They never called me to tell me it was they wouldn’t honor the recall. Nothing. I keep reading on here cold climate states are the only complaints. Someone is lying on here because I know at least 20 Toyota Tacoma owners from Texas who have filed incident reports.
Incident: Sep 9, 2023VIN: 5TFJU4GNXCX***
ODI #11544660
Sep 15, 2023
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The check engine light on the dashboard of my 2012 Tacoma turned on and will no longer accelerate appropriately and especially while driving uphill, posing a danger to myself and other drivers. I was on a two-lane highway with a cliffside drop on one side and a wall of steep rock on the other and absolutely no where to go as there was only one lane going in each direction and my truck would not accelerate over 20mph in an area where you’re expected to keep a pace above 40mph and as such ended up with a long row of impatient and increasingly frustrated drivers behind me, only more incited by my having to turn on my hazard lights as a result of a crawling speed I was forced to deal with and with nowhere to pull over and get out of the way. How can I possibly rely on this vehicle to be safe for me or anyone else, especially on a fast-moving highway in this condition? I have taken the vehicle to an auto shop and I as told the air injection system is bad and that this is a typical problem for Toyota Tacomas and the cost would be just shy of $3,000! I was recommended by a mechanic to reach out to Toyota directly because this is obviously an issue the manufacturer should readily respond to and repair. Please advise.
Incident: Jul 10, 2023VIN: 5TFMU4FN7CX***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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