2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport Access Cab 3.5L front — Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped, Wikimedia Commons

Toyota Tacoma 2016–2023 Parts

3rd generation (N300) · 2.7L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl · RWD / 4WD

71 common parts
6 with factory part numbers
15 recall campaigns
1,282 NHTSA complaints

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Engine 6

Timing kit
Chain or belt depending on the engine. Check your engine size before ordering.
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Valve cover gasket
Oil seeping around the top of the engine or a burning-oil smell.
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Oil pan gasket
Oil drips under the engine. Some engines are sealed with RTV instead of a gasket.
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Engine mount
Vibration at idle or a clunk when shifting into gear.
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Transmission mount
Clunk on acceleration or when shifting between drive and reverse.
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PCV valve
Rough idle, oil leaks or whistling from a stuck valve.
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Cooling 7

Water pump
Coolant leak at the front of the engine or overheating.
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Radiator
Leaks, clogged fins or overheating in traffic.
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Thermostat
Temperature gauge stays low or climbs high; weak heat.
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Upper radiator hose
Soft, swollen or cracked hose; coolant smell.
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Lower radiator hose
Check clamps and the hose for leaks at the radiator outlet.
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Radiator cooling fan
Overheating at idle or with the A/C on.
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Coolant reservoir
Cracked tank or a cap that no longer holds pressure.
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Fuel 4

Fuel pump
Long cranking, stalling or loss of power under load.
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Fuel injector
Misfire on one cylinder or a fuel smell.
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Fuel filter
Some models use a filter built into the in-tank pump module.
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Gas cap
A loose or worn cap can turn on the check-engine light (EVAP leak).
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Ignition 4

Spark plugs
One plug per cylinder; the EPA lists 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines for this generation. Check your engine before ordering.
OEM ref: 2.7L I4, 3.5L, 4.0L V6: 90919-01263
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Ignition coil
Misfire codes, rough idle or a flashing check-engine light.
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Camshaft position sensor
Check-engine light, hard starting or stalling.
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Crankshaft position sensor
No-start or stalling when hot.
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Brakes 10

Front brake rotors
Pulsing pedal or steering wheel shake when braking.
OEM ref: 2.7L I4, 3.5L, 4.0L V6: 43512-04052
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Front brake pads
Squeal from the wear indicator or a grinding noise.
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Front brake caliper
Car pulls to one side or a pad wears unevenly.
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Rear brake rotors
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake pads
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake caliper
For versions with rear disc brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake drums If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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Rear brake shoes If equipped
For versions with rear drum brakes. Check which type your vehicle has.
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ABS wheel speed sensor
ABS or traction-control light on; front and rear sensors differ.
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Brake hose
Cracked or swollen rubber lines; a soft pedal.
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Suspension 7

Front shock absorber
Bouncing, nose-dive when braking or leaking fluid.
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Rear shock absorber
Bouncy rear end or uneven tire wear.
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Front lower control arm
Clunk over bumps from worn bushings.
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Ball joint
Clunk or wander; check for play with the wheel off the ground.
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Sway bar link
Rattle or knock over small bumps.
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Front wheel bearing
Humming noise that changes with speed.
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Rear axle bearing
Humming or grinding from the rear that rises with speed.
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Steering 3

Outer tie rod end
Loose steering or uneven front tire wear.
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Inner tie rod
Clunk when turning; replace in pairs and align.
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Steering gear
Leaks, play in the wheel or a knock when turning.
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Electrical 6

Battery
Slow cranking or electrical warnings. Check group size before ordering.
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Alternator
Battery light on, dim lights or a dead battery.
OEM ref: 2.7L I4, 3.5L, 4.0L V6: 27060-0C170
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Starter
Click or slow crank when you turn the key.
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Blower motor
Weak or no air from the vents on some fan speeds.
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A/C compressor
Warm air from the vents or a noisy clutch.
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Tire pressure sensor
TPMS warning stays on after setting tire pressures.
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Exhaust 5

Upstream oxygen sensor
Check-engine light and higher fuel use.
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Downstream oxygen sensor
Monitors the catalytic converter; often codes P0420/P0430.
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Catalytic converter
Rattle, sulfur smell or catalyst efficiency codes.
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Muffler
Louder exhaust, rust holes or rattles underneath.
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Exhaust manifold gasket
Ticking noise on cold start or exhaust smell.
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Drivetrain 9

Front axle shaft 4WD only
Clicking when turning or a torn boot.
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Rear axle shaft
Clicking or vibration from the rear axle shafts.
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Driveshaft
Vibration at speed or a clunk when taking off.
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U-joint
Clunk when shifting or a squeak at low speed.
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Rear differential
Whine or howl that changes with speed; check fluid.
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Transfer case 4WD only
Trouble shifting into 4WD or a fluid leak.
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Front differential 4WD only
Noise from the front axle in 4WD.
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Clutch kit Manual transmission
Slipping, high engagement point or a hard pedal.
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Transmission fluid
EPA lists: 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual. Use the fluid type in your owner's manual.
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Body & Lighting 5

Headlight assembly
Hazy or yellowed lenses. Housings vary by year and trim; confirm fitment.
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Headlight bulb
Check the bulb number on your old bulb or in the owner's manual. LED units have no bulb.
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Tail light assembly
Cracked lens or moisture inside the housing.
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Side mirror
Choose the side and features (heated, power fold, signal).
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Wiper blades
Replace every 6–12 months; driver and passenger lengths differ.
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Filters & Maintenance 5

Oil filter
Change with every oil service.
Toyota schedules maintenance every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.
OEM ref: cartridge, 2.7L I4, 3.5L, 4.0L V6: 04152-31090
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Engine air filter
Check every oil change; replace when dirty.
Toyota schedules the engine air filter for replacement at 30,000 miles or 36 months.
OEM ref: 2.7L I4, 3.5L, 4.0L V6: 17801-0P100
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Cabin air filter
Weak airflow or musty smell from the vents.
Toyota schedules the cabin air filter for replacement every 20,000 miles or 24 months.
OEM ref: 2.7L I4, 3.5L, 4.0L V6: 88508-04010
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Serpentine belt
Squeal or cracks across the ribs. Some engines, including many hybrids, have no accessory belt; check yours.
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Belt tensioner
Replace with the belt if the arm shakes or the pulley is noisy (belt-driven engines).
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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 2016–2023 Tacoma

Overview

The 3rd generation (N300) Toyota Tacoma covers the 2016–2023 model years in the US. The EPA lists 2 powertrains for this generation: 2.7L 4-cyl (2016–2023) and 3.5L 6-cyl (2016–2023). Drive types: RWD / 4WD. Transmissions: 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual.

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

Engines & specs

Engine	Years	Drive	Transmission	EPA MPG
2.7L 4-cyl	2016–2023	RWD / 4WD	5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic	RWD: 19–20 city / 23 hwy / 21 comb. 4WD: 19 city / 21–22 hwy / 20 comb.
3.5L 6-cyl	2016–2023	RWD / 4WD	6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual	RWD: 19 city / 24 hwy / 21 comb. 4WD: 17–18 city / 20–23 hwy / 18–20 comb.

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

Common problems reported to NHTSA

Mention in complaint	2016–18	2019–21	2022–23
Brake problems	143 / 779	107 / 390	20 / 113
Fuel pump or fuel system	66 / 779	68 / 390	3 / 113
Transmission problems	96 / 779	30 / 390	9 / 113
Stalling or loss of power	64 / 779	49 / 390	5 / 113
Steering problems	23 / 779	21 / 390	19 / 113
Air conditioning or heater	50 / 779	6 / 390	4 / 113
Airbag warning or airbags	22 / 779	18 / 390	17 / 113

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,282 for 2016–2023), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Top components in complaints
2016	4	324	Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Engine
2017	5	245	Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Engine
2018	3	210	Service Brakes, Fuel / Propulsion System, Power Train
2019	4	219	Fuel / Propulsion System, Service Brakes, Power Train
2020	1	90	Fuel / Propulsion System, Power Train, Engine
2021	0	81	Power Train, Service Brakes, Unknown Or Other
2022	3	59	Power Train, Unknown Or Other, Air Bags
2023	4	54	Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Steering

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

Recalls (15 campaigns)

Air Bags: Knee Bolster (2016, NHTSA 15V656000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Tacoma trucks manufactured August 20, 2015, to September 10, 2015.
Power Train: Driveline, Differential Unit (2016–2017, NHTSA 17V285000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles.
Engine (2016–2017, NHTSA 17V356000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Tacoma vehicles equipped with a six-cylinder engine.
Structure: Body, Hood (2016, NHTSA 17V425000)
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.
Equipment: Other, Labels (2017, NHTSA 17V831000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Toyota 4Runner and Tundra, 2018 Toyota Highlander, RAV4 and Lexus GX460 and 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Power Assist, Vacuum (2017, NHTSA 18V211000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2017–2020, NHTSA 20V682000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land …
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Master Cylinder (2018–2019, NHTSA 18V888000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Toyota Tacoma vehicles.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Fuel Pump (2018–2019, NHTSA 20V012000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS …
Equipment: Other, Labels (2019, NHTSA 19V244000)
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is recalling certain 2019 C-HR, 4Runner, Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Prius, RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Sienna, Tundra and Yaris vehicles.
Equipment: Other, Labels (2022, NHTSA 22V310000)
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles.
Child Seat: Vehicle Latch Anchor (2022–2023, NHTSA 22V520000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles.
Power Train: Axle Assembly (2022–2023, NHTSA 24V152000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles.
Steering: Column (2023, NHTSA 23V480000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 H…
Steering: Column (2023, NHTSA 25V040000)
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, an…

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