2007 Toyota Tacoma Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2007 Toyota Tacoma, 13% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 38,000 miles.
- 68power train complaints
- 38,000median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 38%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 56 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 68 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 3 an injury.
Toyota Tacoma power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tacoma | 4 | 40% | — |
| 2025 Tacoma | 21 | 20% | — |
| 2024 Tacoma | 55 | 36% | 2,422 |
| 2023 Tacoma | 7 | 13% | 20,370 |
| 2022 Tacoma | 10 | 17% | 41,000 |
| 2021 Tacoma | 14 | 17% | 9,000 |
| 2020 Tacoma | 15 | 17% | 5,500 |
| 2019 Tacoma | 40 | 18% | 900 |
| 2018 Tacoma | 29 | 14% | 5,825 |
| 2017 Tacoma | 68 | 28% | 5,000 |
| 2016 Tacoma | 136 | 42% | 11,000 |
| 2015 Tacoma | 9 | 9% | 16,000 |
| 2014 Tacoma | 13 | 14% | 20,000 |
| 2013 Tacoma | 22 | 18% | 6,500 |
| 2012 Tacoma | 35 | 12% | 53,000 |
| 2011 Tacoma | 8 | 4% | 2,500 |
| 2010 Tacoma | 29 | 10% | 7,607 |
| 2009 Tacoma | 75 | 14% | 1,750 |
| 2008 Tacoma | 22 | 5% | 17,915 |
| 2007 Tacoma | 68 | 13% | 38,000 |
| 2006 Tacoma | 56 | 7% | 34,700 |
| 2005 Tacoma | 57 | 8% | 26,600 |
| 2004 Tacoma | 22 | 5% | 43,500 |
| 2003 Tacoma | 18 | 5% | 50,000 |
| 2002 Tacoma | 21 | 6% | 55,000 |
| 2001 Tacoma | 15 | 4% | 105,895 |
| 2000 Tacoma | 11 | 5% | 119,700 |
| 1999 Tacoma | 16 | 6% | 139,500 |
| 1998 Tacoma | 10 | 3% | 133,788 |
| 1997 Tacoma | 9 | 7% | 160,000 |
| 1996 Tacoma | 14 | 6% | 100,000 |
| 1995 Tacoma | 12 | 7% | 130,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Power train:driveline
Problem: On certain pickup trucks equipped with four wheel drive, a section of the rear propeller shaft may have been improperly cast.
Risk: The front side of the rear propeller shaft could separate at the joint and come into contact with the road surface which could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the possibility of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear propeller shaft with a new one free of charge. The recall began on august 1, 2007. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle available for inspection upon request. Truck frame located behind front passenger side wheel has rusted and deteriorated. There are visible portions of the frame completely gone. Additionally, the main frame closest to passenger door. Metal is literally falling off in my hands when trying…
The shifter broke after pulling into park and the indicator light on the gear box failed. Repaired shift cable 8/6/2020.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the shift interlock control unit failed while pulling into a parking space. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the gear shifter ceased in park. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2007 Toyota Tacomas have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 68 owner complaints about power train for the 2007 Toyota Tacoma (13% of the 541 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Toyota Tacoma power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 38,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
Other 2007 Toyota Tacoma problems
- Suspension problems (118)
- Structure problems (109)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (108)
- Steering problems (54)
See all 2007 Toyota Tacoma problems or power train problems across all Tacoma years.