2017 Toyota Tacoma brakes problems

Related recalls

• Recall 18V211000Apr 3, 20186,046 vehicles
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

  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. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have been improperly machined possibly resulting in a sudden loss of brake assist.

  Risk: A sudden loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake booster vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371, or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0K/JLD.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 23, 2026TNBrakes

   The parking brake sticks. This is an issue because the vehicle automatically applies the parking brake briefly when switching from neutral to first gear or reverse to prevent rollback. When this happens, the parking brake sticks, and the rear wheels lock. I believe the brake cables have been infiltrated with water resulting in rust/corrosion.

   NHTSA complaint #11758934 · source
2. Filed Jun 18, 2026OKBrakes

   Common issue reported amongst 2016-2019 Toyota Tacoma owners. Noticed brake fluid dripping from under driver's side dash directly under brake pedal onto floor mat. Upon inspection, found brake fluid dripping down from what appears to be brake booster. Leaking brake booster should be a safety recall with replacement covered by Toyota.

   NHTSA complaint #11744979 · source
3. Filed Nov 6, 2024VABrakesOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Master cylinder or some part near brake pedal inside the cab is leaking oil or a oil like substance on to floor mats and floor.

   NHTSA complaint #11623910 · source
4. Filed May 28, 2024CABrakes

   BRAKE FLUID LEAK SEEPING FROM BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, LEAKING FROM ACTUATOR TO BRAKE PEADAL AND DRIPS OF FLUID FOUND ON FLOOR OF VEHICLE. This is an obvious safety risk as not only is oil/fluid dripping on to the brake pedal, if the master cylinder goes out the brakes could stop working completely. This component has been inspected and confirmed by a Toyota dealership and there are other examples of this same issue happening to other Tacoma owners. This issue has been…

   NHTSA complaint #11591121 · source
5. Filed May 7, 2024CABrakes

   Brake fluid leaking on drivers side floor mat because of master cylinder. Brakes are now less responsive even though pads have been replaced. 2018 -2019 Tacomas were recalled for the same issue. This is a pretty big safety concern.

   NHTSA complaint #11587569 · source
6. Filed Jan 29, 2024LABrakes

   I have started to notice that my 2017 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road has started to leak what seems brake fluid on my carpet. After inspecting my vehicle, I have noticed that the leak is coming from the Brake Master Cylinder. This situation has me worried now that this could lead to a serious accident. There is an apparent recall for this same exact issue for the 2018-2019 Tacoma models but, not for the 2017 model year.

   NHTSA complaint #11568446 · source
7. Filed Jan 22, 2024TXBrakes

   Brake system is leaking fluid into the cab, and collects on the floor mat. Brake fluid level has dropped below minimum cold level. Mileage 42,164 Leaking brake fluid can cause decreased brake performance, or complete failure of the braking system. Which can result in loss of vehicle control and collisions with other vehicles, structures, or pedestrians. The dealer has not yet confirmed the issue. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by anyone other than the owner (myself).…

   NHTSA complaint #11566904 · source
8. Filed Dec 29, 2023INBrakes

   Brake pedal spongy and when pushed and held it continuously goes slowly to the floor. I believe the recall for the master cylinder should have been extended back further.

   NHTSA complaint #11562654 · source
9. Filed Dec 5, 2023ARBrakes

   The 2018-2019 Toyota Tacomas have been recalled for having a bad Master Cylinder and leaking internally within the truck. The 2017 Tacomas have the same issue. My 2017 Tacoma has been leaking brake fluid on my floormat. I'm sure I am not the only one having an issue with this and because it involved the brakes it does pose a risk on the road If the brakes were to fail due to a Master Cylinder that again has been recalled with the 2018-19 Tacomas. Why not include the 2017…

   NHTSA complaint #11558465 · source
10. Filed Nov 16, 2023ALBrakes

    I have noticed brake fluid leaking inside the cab coming from the master cylinder. I see that 2018-2019 models have a defective master cylinder, and a recall has been issued. Truck has 80,000 miles, thinking the 2017 model should be added to the recall. Very unusual for this to be leaking under normal use. Thanks for your time

    NHTSA complaint #11555395 · source
11. Filed Aug 19, 2023MOBrakes

    Bought this tacoma truck new from the dealer. It now has 16,885 miles on the truck and the dealer tells me the front brakes are in the red, bad range, 3/32" or less in thickness and they need to be replaced soon. I believe it's common knowledge that brakes on a new vehicle really ought to last twice that many miles. Now it being a safety issue i was not sure if i should report this type of issue?

    NHTSA complaint #11539559 · source
12. Filed Sep 21, 2021FLBrakes

    When fully stopped, in drive, and applying constant pressure on the brake pedal, the brake pedal loses firmness and starts to move further forward. If the operator doesn't apply more pressure to the now moving pedal, the vehicle will start to roll forward. I was able to recreate this issue on several occasions.

    NHTSA complaint #11433834 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology