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3.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,697 miles

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2016 Toyota Tacoma Owner Comments

problem #14

Jan 242019

Tacoma

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

We paid $638.42 to repair a leak issue which later became a recall. We we are now having difficulty getting Toyota to reimbursement that money.

- Lakeland, FL, USA

problem #13

Mar 032021

Tacoma

  • miles
I bought the vehicle and realized when I was sold the vehicle the passenger airbag off indicator was on but I thought it would be a quick connection error. The front driver side headlight is very dim and does not illuminate well. I contacted crown Dodge of fayetteville and they told me they can't do anything. This was a little over a month after because life happens and I work with the military. I don't have a regular schedule. I do have a warranty but I'm not using my warranty to cover something they should fix. When I called to talk to a sales manager no one would answer it rang and rang. The computer on the vehicle will show the air bag sensor at least.

- Vass, NC, USA

problem #12

May 222017

Tacoma

  • 28,000 miles
The 3rd brake light becomes loose allowing water into the truck cab. It is either a rubber gasket defect or it was not properly installed at the factory. This problem has been noted in numerous venues for the 2016-2020 model years of the Toyota Tacoma. Mine leaks while driving or standing still.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #11

Jan 202021

Tacoma

  • 0 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When it rains water comes inside the cabin around brake light and soaks the seats. I noticed this when the truck is stationary. I think it's coming around the brake lights gasket the whole back if wet on the driver side looks like water is coming in from the brake light at the top of the headliner. I've also seen other views or reports on this incident

- Lexington, NC, USA

problem #10

Nov 022020

Tacoma

  • 80,000 miles
The cab mounted third brake light fixture is allowing a large amount of water to leak into the cab of the truck. The seats and carpet are getting soaked every time there is heavy rain. Eventually the light will fail and mold and mildew will result. This is a very expensive repair. Toyota does not take responsibility for what I think is a defective gasket in this fixture. I have reported the problem to Toyota.

- South Portland, ME, USA

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problem #9

Jun 222020

Tacoma

  • miles
Interior leaking when it rains or whenever vehicle gets wet. A health hazard, safety concern, and potential risk to passengers as well. Cause of problem is defective 3rd brake light seal. Of course Toyota make it almost impossible to easily replace the light or seal as you have to remove the interior ceiling to get to bolts. Sad I bought this vehicle new and it leaks water but since warranty just ended, they will not even think about fixing this issue. If a lawsuit results about of this count me in, hopefully a recall takes place soon because duct tape can only do so much plus who wants to drive around with duct tape on the 3rd brake light.

- Tyler, TX, USA

problem #8

May 152020

Tacoma

  • 68,495 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the rear brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to Toyota of logan (297 E main St, logan, oh 43138), to be diagnosed. The mechanic retrieved dtc codes: C1380 and C1422. The contact was informed that the stop light relay malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned that the dealer was unaware of how to repair the vehicle. Additionally, the subframe of the vehicle was due to be inspected and treated with an anti-corrosion inhibiter. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,495.

- New Plymouth, OH, USA

problem #7

May 102020

Tacoma 6-cyl

  • 29,800 miles
2016 Toyota Tacoma purchased from stokes brown Toyota new. The seatbelt airbag light for passenger side front seat blinks continually even when vehicle is parked and off.

- Okatie, SC, USA

problem #6

May 172017

Tacoma 4-cyl

  • 15,000 miles
3rd brake light seal defective. Rain water enters back of cabin and stains interior roof from defective seal around 3rd brake light.

- Spotsylvania, VA, USA

problem #5

Nov 202018

Tacoma

  • 65,469 miles
Third light leaks water damaged wiring/ damaged carpet / mildew problem

- Daly City, CA, USA

problem #4

Aug 202019

Tacoma

  • 35,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Poor interior lighting. Back up camera does not dim at night meaning it blinds the operator when backing at night. Dashboard led display is so poorly designed that, under most daytime lighting conditions, operator cannot read the odometer or determine what gear vehicle is in. This is dangerous when vehicle is used in the manual shift mode as there is no other way to know if you're shifting from 2D to 3D or 3D to 4th. It also makes it virtually impossible to determine miles to next interstate exit when you cannot see your odometer. Trying to stare at the display takes eyes off the road for far too long. Dashboard lighting is so poor that operator cannot read speedometer under many daytime lighting conditions, especially wearing sunglasses.

- Mobile, AL, USA

problem #3

May 012019

Tacoma

  • 63,000 miles
Back seats and floor were found to be wet. Didn't know why until we were driving in a rainstorm and water came in back window around 3rd break light. Took to local Toyota dealership to get fixed.

- Independence, KS, USA

problem #2

Aug 152018

Tacoma

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the back seat of the vehicle would be wet every time it rains without any warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the leak was seen coming from the third brake light. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the third brake light had to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer peterson Toyota (4381 fayetteville rd, lumberton, nc 28358, (910)-375-4996) was contacted and a diagnosed testing appointment was scheduled. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that if there was work done to the vehicle by an independent mechanic, that they would not be able to assist with any repairs. The failure mileage was 60,000.

- Lumberton, NC, USA

problem #1

Jul 072018

Tacoma

  • 41,000 miles
3rd brake light over torqued at factory resulting in defective seal and eventually cracked light fixture. This results not only in electrical issue but serious leaking into cabin - affecting rear seat, roof, and flooring. Leak noticed after rain storms and noticing wet floor/seats and damp floors. There are numerous reports of this issue affecting 3rd generation Tacoma on Toyota forums such as tacomaworld.com.

- Delanson, NY, USA

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