2021 Toyota Tacoma Fuel System Problems
5 owner-reported fuel system complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (5)
Your Tacoma stalled while driving at highway speeds, with the engine oil warning light flashing and a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a defective fuel pump. Replacing the fuel pump should resolve the stalling and odor issues.
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Your 2021 Tacoma takes longer than normal to start when it's cold outside, even though no warning light appears. The dealer checked it and said the issue isn't covered under Toyota's fuel pump campaign, and your vehicle's VIN isn't included in any recall for this problem. The issue appeared around 62,000 miles. Diagnosing the cold-start issue may involve testing the fuel pump pressure, fuel injectors, or ignition system components.
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When you start your 2021 Toyota Tacoma, you're hearing an abnormal clacking noise from the fuel pump that wasn't there before. The dealer said this sound is normal, but you noticed it during a routine oil change at around 24,000 miles. The fix would involve the dealer inspecting or potentially replacing the fuel pump to determine if the noise is actually a defect or normal operation.
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High-pressure and low pressure fuel pumps. Yes it is available for inspection. The truck cannot maintain posted, speed limit, causing a potential rear end collision. I reported the problem they replaced the high-pressure fuel pump for free and then said the low pressure fuel pump needs replaced the truck only has 40,000 miles. I think there’s a defect in this part that could cause lots of accidents. Check engine light is flashing and the ATC light comes on, the engine starts to sputter and cannot maintain speed.
When filling truck at any gas pump or station the pump will not shut off before shoots out from filling port. Gasoline will shoot onto my hand and clothing if at full flow at pump. I have adapted to slow pump to trickle at 11-12 gallons or near full. It will still eject gasoline but less amount and less velocity. Has been evaluated at dealer but they noted two other Tacomas do same so noted not a problem. This is my first vehicle that has ever done this. If I was a smoker this would be huge fire risk if gasoline gets on my clothing. This is not normal.