1999 Toyota Tacoma Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Tacoma years
- About as many complaints as other years 15th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 249 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Toyota Tacoma. That ranks 15th out of 32 Tacoma model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (102 complaints, 41%), typically at around 124,000 miles. Complaints mention 40 crashes, 1 fire, 28 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 249owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 40complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Toyota Tacoma problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure problems | 102 | 41% | 124,000 | “frame rusted” (20%) | — |
| Air Bags | 38 | 15% | 143,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 35 | 14% | 133,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 23 | 9% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 20 | 8% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 16 | 6% | 139,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 11 | 4% | 101,700 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 4% | 106,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 4% | 110,674 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 3% | 89,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 2% | 154,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 0% | 7,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 0% | 103,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Toyota Tacoma recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Toyota Tacoma.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 1999 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was not driving smoothly. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact stated that while disconnecting the trailer hitch, the contact proceeded to inspect the vehicle. The…
Hi, i had the recall preventive performed by toyota for rusting and corrosion of the frame. Now, the vehicle is rusting throughout the frame and is very very unsafe to drive. TOYOTA is claiming that it was a program and not a recall and had no documentation to prove. Toyota performed the recall and…
The contact owns a 1999 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, an unknown popping sound was coming from the rear-end of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered severe corrosion and a crack that had formed on the rear passengerâs side fender. Neither the…
I went to aguadilla and hormigueros dealers, but they don't want to make a job . Don't bring me a service.
Frame rusting from inside out. Vehicle has been in same family since purchased new in 2000 and no recall notice was ever received. Rest of vehicle is in GREAT shape.
Other Toyota Tacoma years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tacoma | 10 | 0 |
| 2025 Tacoma | 106 | 5 |
| 2024 Tacoma | 152 | 5 |
| 2023 Tacoma | 54 | 4 |
| 2022 Tacoma | 59 | 3 |
| 2021 Tacoma | 81 | 0 |
| 2020 Tacoma | 90 | 1 |
| 2019 Tacoma | 219 | 4 |
| 2018 Tacoma | 209 | 3 |
| 2017 Tacoma | 242 | 5 |
| 2016 Tacoma | 323 | 4 |
| 2015 Tacoma | 101 | 4 |
| 2014 Tacoma | 93 | 4 |
| 2013 Tacoma | 125 | 6 |
| 2012 Tacoma | 295 | 7 |
| 2011 Tacoma | 186 | 9 |
| 2010 Tacoma | 294 | 13 |
| 2009 Tacoma | 519 | 13 |
| 2008 Tacoma | 447 | 11 |
| 2007 Tacoma | 541 | 10 |
| 2006 Tacoma | 782 | 11 |
| 2005 Tacoma | 707 | 10 |
| 2004 Tacoma | 414 | 3 |
| 2003 Tacoma | 360 | 3 |
| 2002 Tacoma | 333 | 3 |
| 2001 Tacoma | 396 | 4 |
| 2000 Tacoma | 211 | 0 |
| 1999 | 249 | 0 |
| 1998 Tacoma | 300 | 1 |
| 1997 Tacoma | 131 | 0 |
| 1996 Tacoma | 253 | 1 |
| 1995 Tacoma | 177 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Toyota Tacoma?
Owners most often report structure, air bags, suspension problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 102 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Toyota Tacoma?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Toyota Tacoma a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tacoma model years, the 1999 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.