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01-04 Toyota Tacoma
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Toyota Tacoma 2000–2004 Parts

1st generation (N140–N190) · 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 4-cyl, 3.4L 6-cyl · RWD / 4WD

  • 70 common parts
  • 5 with factory part numbers
  • 11 recall campaigns
  • 1,715 NHTSA complaints
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Engine 6

Cooling 7

Fuel 4

Ignition 4

Brakes 10

Suspension 7

Steering 3

Electrical 5

Exhaust 5

Drivetrain 9

Body & Lighting 5

Filters & Maintenance 5

Icons are generic illustrations made for this site and do not show the exact part. Parts that depend on engine, drive or powertrain are marked using EPA data for this generation; confirm fitment with your VIN before ordering. Factory part numbers are shown as a reference when available; confirm the number with your old part or VIN before ordering. Price links search by part name and vehicle.

About the 2000–2004 Tacoma

Overview

The 1st generation (N140–N190) Toyota Tacoma covers the 2000–2004 model years in the US. The EPA lists 3 powertrains for this generation: 2.4L 4-cyl (2000–2004), 2.7L 4-cyl (2000–2004) and 3.4L 6-cyl (2000–2004). Drive types: RWD / 4WD. Transmissions: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual.

The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.

Engines & specs
EngineYearsDriveTransmissionEPA MPG
2.4L 4-cyl2000–2004RWD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualRWD: 19–20 city / 22–25 hwy / 20–22 comb.
2.7L 4-cyl2000–2004RWD / 4WD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualRWD: 17 city / 20 hwy / 18 comb.
4WD: 15–17 city / 19–20 hwy / 17–18 comb.
3.4L 6-cyl2000–2004RWD / 4WD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualRWD: 15–17 city / 18–22 hwy / 16–19 comb.
4WD: 14–15 city / 17–18 hwy / 16–17 comb.

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA
Mention in complaint2000–012002–032004
Rust or corrosion303 / 607352 / 693209 / 415
Suspension noise or failure62 / 60775 / 69351 / 415
Brake problems57 / 60766 / 69342 / 415
Airbag warning or airbags48 / 60748 / 69316 / 415
Steering problems30 / 60730 / 69329 / 415
Transmission problems8 / 60722 / 69311 / 415
Check-engine light5 / 60717 / 69312 / 415

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,715 for 2000–2004), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

YearRecallsComplaintsTop components in complaints
20005211Structure:Body, Suspension, Unknown Or Other
20016396Structure:Body, Structure:Frame And Members, Suspension
20025333Structure:Body, Suspension, Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
20035360Structure:Body, Suspension, Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
20045415Structure:Body, Suspension, Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields

Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.

Recalls (11 campaigns)
  • Trailer Hitches (2000, NHTSA 01E041000)
    EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: THIS RECALL IS FOR TRAILER TOWING WIRE HARNESS CONVERTERS INSTALLED BY DEALERS OR FOR INSTALLATION ON 1999-2000 TOYOTA TUNDRA AND TACOMA VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2004, NHTSA 06E026000)
    CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000, NHTSA 06E049000)
    CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000, NHTSA 09E012000)
    SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000, NHTSA 09E025000)
    DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Tires: Sidewall (2001, NHTSA 01V186000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 4X2 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TU4 WHITE LETTER TIRE UPGRADE OPTION AND DISTRIBUTED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLINA.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2001–2003, NHTSA 03V189000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, DURING SIDE IMPACT NCAP TEST (I.E.
  • Suspension: Front, Control Arm (2001–2004, NHTSA 05V225000)
    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ISSUE IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE SURFACE OF THE BALL OF THE JOINT MAY HAVE BEEN SCRATCHED.
  • Exterior Lighting (2001–2004, NHTSA 06E065000)
    CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Tires: Temporary / Emergency Spare Tire (2001–2004, NHTSA 12V542000)
    Toyota is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2004 Tacoma light trucks manufactured from August 28, 2000, through August 27, 2004, and originally sold, or currently registered, in the following …
  • Seat Belts: Front (2004, NHTSA 04V214000)
    CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.

Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.