2014 Toyota TACOMA - Ratings, Complaints and Recalls

The 2014 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5. This rating indicates that the car provides good protection for occupants in the event of a crash. Specifically, the Tacoma scored a 3 in overall front crash rating, a 5 in overall side crash rating, and a 4 in rollover rating. It is worth noting that the car is equipped with standard electronic stability control, which helps maintain vehicle stability during challenging driving conditions.

While the Tacoma does not have forward collision warning or lane departure warning systems, it is still considered a safe vehicle overall. However, it is essential for drivers to remain vigilant on the road to avoid potential collisions.

In terms of complaints and recalls, the 2014 Toyota Tacoma has received 80 complaints and has been subject to 4 recalls. It is crucial for vehicle owners to stay informed about any recalls and address them promptly to ensure the safety and performance of their vehicle.

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Complaint Count

80

Recall Count

4

Investigation Count

1

Safety Rating

4/5

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Safety Features

2014 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD Safety Features

Here are the safety features that come as standard on the 2014 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ESC is an advanced safety feature in vehicles designed to help drivers maintain control during challenging driving conditions. By continuously monitoring various factors such as steering angle, vehicle speed, and individual wheel speeds, ESC can detect and reduce the risk of skidding or loss of control. It achieves this by automatically applying brakes to specific wheels to stabilize the vehicle.

Standard
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is a safety feature in vehicles that helps prevent frontal collisions by alerting the driver of an imminent collision with a vehicle or obstacle ahead. Using sensors such as radar or cameras, FCW monitors the distance and speed of vehicles in front, and if it detects a potential collision, it provides visual and/or auditory warnings to prompt the driver to take evasive action.

No
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is a safety feature in vehicles that alerts drivers when their vehicle unintentionally drifts out of its lane without signaling. Utilizing cameras or sensors to monitor lane markings on the road, LDW detects when the vehicle crosses these lines and triggers visual, auditory, or haptic alerts to notify the driver of potential lane departure.

No

2014 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD Safety Ratings

Here we have the crash and rollover ratings for the 2014 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD Where possible we've included the ratings for the oldest and latest models of this car so you can compare how the safety ratings have changed over time.

Frontal Crash Ratings

Combines Driver and Passenger star ratings into a single frontal rating. The frontal barrier test simulates a head-on collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph.

Test 2005 Score 2014 Score 2024 Score
Overall Front Crash Rating Not Rated 3 Not Rated
Front Crash Driver Side Rating 5 4 Not Rated
Front Crash Passenger Side Rating 5 3 Not Rated

Side Crash Ratings

Combines Side Barrier and Side Pole Star Ratings into a single side rating.

Test 2005 Score 2014 Score 2024 Score
Overall Side Crash Rating Not Rated 5 Not Rated
Side Crash Drivers Side Rating 5 4 Not Rated
Side Crash Passenger Side Rating Not Rated 5 Not Rated
Combined Side Barrier Pole Rating - Front Not Rated 4 Not Rated
Combined Side Barrier Pole Rating - Rear Not Rated 5 Not Rated
Overall Side Barrier Rating Not Rated 5 Not Rated

Rollover Ratings

The Rollover Resistance test measures the risk of rollover in a single-vehicle, loss-of-control scenario.

Test 2005 Score 2014 Score 2024 Score
Rollover Rating Not Rated 4 Not Rated
Rollover Possibility % 0% 0% 0%
Dynamic Tip Result No Tip
Side Pole Crash Rating Not Rated 4 Not Rated

Complaints for the 2014 Toyota TACOMA

This chart show the number of complaints for each car component. A Higher number of complaints could indicate that this car might have a common fault. Something to look out for when purchasing one.

Component Complaints

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Complaint:
"i purchased this toyota 3 years ago in rochester ny, an incredibly snowy city that uses a lot of salt in the winter. i was living in texas when i got informed about a recall about frame damage due to rust and corrosion. when i tried to get this taken care of i was told the dealership couldn’t do anything about it because it’s not in a cold climate state anymore. the frame is very rusted and seems to be very dangerous to drive. i find the lack of professionalism and disregard for my safety highly disturbing. please let me know if there’s anything you can do to help get this resolved."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2024-05-07
Complaint:
"the contact owns a 2014 toyota tacoma. the contact stated that the driver's and passenger’s side visors made a popping sound and became inoperable. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop where both the visors were replaced; however, the failure recurred. the vehicle was not diagnosed. the dealer was not notified of the failure. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and no further assistance was provided. the failure mileage was approximately 60,000."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2022-08-09
Complaint:
"structure problems with tacoma super white #040 peeling and starting to cause rust issues. notified manufacturers dealership and they inspected vehicle stating it does have the delaminating problem as seen on over their other models. stated this particular model and year is not included in current recall, but they have seen other tacoma’s with this same issue. collision center took pictures for their records and showed me his personal truck with exactly the same issue.entire truck will eventually need to be painted according to shop manager. contact toyota north america which stated not part of (ssc) and offered not assistance reference #220111-000090. available for inspection and have pictures if needed. vehicle has 25,000 miles and in great shape other than exterior paint peeling."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2022-12-01
Complaint:
"the contact owns a 2014 toyota tacoma. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 17v425000 (structure, equipment) however, the failure occurred. the contact stated while driving at various speeds, she became aware that the hood was lifting near the front windshield. the dealer was made aware of the failure but suggested that the contact use 3m tape secure the hood. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 73,256."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2021-01-05
Complaint:
"my truck is 'spruce mica green, the clear coat is cracked and peeling on flat surfaces. 2014 model. this is totally unsatisfactory for paying $38,000.00 for a new vehicle that has 57,000 miles on it."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2020-01-06
Complaint:
"extreme rust of rear bumper. compromised bumper. unsafe protection in case of accident. dangerous condition. brought to riverhead toyota as part of customer support program. i was told the bumper is not part of the frame and therefore it is not covered. the bumper is part of the structural safety of the vehicle."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2021-12-08
Complaint:
"our truck was not on and the keys were not in the ignition or even in the truck. my husband was hooking up the boat trailer and our two year old son put the truck into nutral. my husband said the truck rolled a little. we dont feel as though you should be able to get the truck into another gear from park unless you have your foot on the brake and the truck is on. this could have been really bad scenario if we would have been parked on a hill or incline. we just dont want someone to get hurt."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2019-10-10
Complaint:
"tl* the contact owns a 2014 toyota tacoma. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v425000 (structure, equipment). the parts to do the repair were unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer (toyota of north miami, 16600 nw 2nd ave, miami, fl 33169) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. the manufacturer was not contacted. the contact had not experienced a failure. parts distribution disconnect."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2017-03-07
Complaint:
"bought the truck from a private seller. found out about the toyota frame recall from a 3rd party. brought my tacoma in for the recall in 2013 but toyota did not want to check it because i was a couple months pass their dead line. never got a recall letter. in 2014 i had the truck frame check and undercoated by a small business in the area because i like the truck and wanted it to last. fall of 2017 went to get the truck inspected and inspection station told me my frame was getting bad. when i got home i wanted check it out for myself to fine out if my frame was really going bad. as i was checking the frame, i was able to pass my figures through the inside of my frame. called toyota to report this and they are saying that since i did not bring my truck to get check in 2012 that there is nothing they can do for me. they said that it wasn't a recall but a bulletin that they had in 2012."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2019-07-10
Complaint:
"tacoma truck parked and stationary. passenger exited vehicle but the door could not be opened all the way because it was close to a wall. the sharp rough corner edge of the bottom rear of the front passenger door sliced a passengers leg as the leg was moved to clear the door.. drivers side door is similar but not as tough or sharp as passengers bottom corner of the door. it has left a scar on the leg. on different occasions both front doors have scraped my leg twice on the drivers side door and my wife's leg twice on driver and passenger door especially when there is limited clearance from the door that is near a wall or other car. this happens on a quad cab because the front doors are cut with a straight edge and the metal is not rounded or smooth finish like the back doors. toyota admits in a letter that the bottom rear corner passenger door is slightly rougher than the drivers side door where the injury might occur. toyota will take no action."
Components Involved: STRUCTURE
Date of incident: 2018-03-07

Recalls for the 2014 Toyota TACOMA

Component Recalls

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Recall:
"southeast toyota distributors, llc (set) is recalling certain 2011-2016 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."
Consequence:
If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:

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.

Component(s) Involved: STRUCTURE > BODY > HOOD > HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Date of incident: 2017-07-03

TOYOTA Overall Complaint Ranking

This table shows the ranking of car manufacturers when it comes to most complaints and recalls. The manufacturer with the most complaints is at the top. However this doesn't necassarily mean they should be avoided. Some manufacturers might just have more popular or affordable cars which a lot of people have bought. Which means there's more scope for a complaint to be made. Use the ranking table below as a part your wider research into buying a car.

TOYOTA ranks 3 out of 44 in the complaints ranking table.

Manufacturer Complaint Count Recall Count Ranking
FORD 208,358 3,259 1
CHEVROLET 111,306 2,082 2
TOYOTA 81,019 1,852 3
HONDA 61,937 1,268 4
NISSAN 56,226 930 5
DODGE 45,756 827 6
HYUNDAI 44,150 649 7
GMC 34,441 1,410 8
KIA 29,832 501 9
CHRYSLER 27,698 254 10
TESLA 26,230 730 11
BMW 24,890 1,877 12
VOLKSWAGEN 23,125 829 13
MERCEDES-BENZ 19,066 2,925 14
SUBARU 18,513 703 15
MAZDA 10,599 364 16
PONTIAC 10,430 138 17
CADILLAC 9,434 444 18
AUDI 7,865 1,093 19
BUICK 7,851 279 20
SATURN 7,672 84 21
MERCURY 7,374 135 22
LEXUS 6,373 408 23
LINCOLN 5,897 423 24
ACURA 5,722 382 25
MINI 5,585 366 26
INFINITI 4,000 187 27
MITSUBISHI 3,912 397 28
VOLVO 3,875 727 29
PORSCHE 2,646 1,231 30
SUZUKI 2,272 123 31
FIAT 2,205 80 32
SAAB 1,536 76 33
JAGUAR 1,195 198 34
SMART 528 17 35
GENESIS 436 42 36
ISUZU 249 37 37
ALFA ROMEO 161 37 38
MASERATI 76 46 39
BENTLEY 46 159 40
POLESTAR 42 2 41
LUCID 14 6 42
CODA 4 2 43
MAYBACH 0 0 44

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