2008 TOYOTA TACOMA Safety Overview
The 2008 TOYOTA TACOMA has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
- Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:leaf
- Equipment:other:labels
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for TOYOTA TACOMA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequ...
If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 16V396000: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Coro...
Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
NHTSA Recall 14V743000: Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Toyot...
If the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 14V604000: If the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cr...
If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V475000: If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured Septembe...
If the seat belt pre-tensioner detaches from the seat belt assembly, the seat belt pre-tensioner will not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in a severe crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V337000: If the seat belt pre-tensioner detaches from the seat belt assembly, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TACOMA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 14,...
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 12V092000: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 FJ CRUISER, LAND CRUISER, TACOMA, SEQUOI...
FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND COULD LEAD TO TIRE FAILURE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V148000: FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH ...
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
NHTSA Recall 10V035000: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMP...
A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 10V036000: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.