2016 Toyota Tacoma recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 4 2016 Toyota Tacoma recalls, newest first
Jul 3, 2017Structure, BodySoutheast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 17V425000 · Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
Jun 1, 2017EngineToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 17V356000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Apr 27, 2017Power Train, DrivelineToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 to 2017 Tacoma vehicles. Oil may leak from the area where the rear differential carrier is assembled to rear axle housing.
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.
NHTSA campaign 17V285000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Oct 14, 2015Air Bags, Knee BolsterToyota 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 15V656000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Toyota Tacoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Toyota Tacoma. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2016 Toyota Tacoma has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.