2012 Toyota Tacoma Body & Structure Problems
4 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Body & Structure Recalls (1)
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
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.
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.
Owner Complaints (4)
Your truck has developed significant rust underneath, with a hole now visible in the structure. You've been told this is a known issue affecting your model year, and while a Toyota dealership should address it given the extent of rust, they've only quoted you a repair price rather than offering a replacement. Driving the vehicle with structural rust and a hole could pose a safety risk.
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Your truck has developed extensive rust on the frame, and Toyota refused to honor the recall repair. Despite having your vehicle for nearly a year, the dealership made no progress on the issue and never communicated with you about the denial. You've noticed that a 2005 model in similar condition shows significantly less rust damage, and you're aware of multiple other Texas Tacoma owners reporting the same problem despite Toyota claiming it passed inspection.
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WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY 4/20/2018 THE RIGHT SIDE ROOF MOLDING CAME OFF AND FLEW IN TO CAR BEHIND ME,CAR DID NOT STOP. IT MADE A VERY LOAD NOISE AS IT CAME OFF. I WAS ON THE INTERNET AND SAW THERE WERE OTHERS WITH THIS ISSUE AND THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE 2008-2011 MODELS.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT TOW END CAUSED EXTREME WEAR ON THE FRONT TIRES. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000.