2024 Toyota Tacoma brakes problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

32 owners have reported brakes problems with the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, 21% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 18,000 mi.

Brakes complaints
32
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Related recalls
1
Median mileage
18,000 mi

Specific components reported

Brakes covers: Service brakes (hydraulic, electric, air), ABS and parking brake.

ComponentComplaints
Service brakes18
Service brakes, hydraulic15
Parking brake1

Brakes complaints across Toyota Tacoma years

220062520083220103620123320143520162130201838132020126202263220245
Brakes complaints by model year. The 2024 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

3Under 10k310k–30k330k–60k60k–100k100k–150k150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

  • Recall 25V058000Feb 6, 2025221,846 vehicles
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Tacoma 4-wheel drive vehicles. The rear brake hoses can be damaged if mud and dirt builds up inside the rear wheels. This can result in a brake fluid leak.

    Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 1, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB04 and 25TA04.

What owners say

  1. Filed Aug 18, 202640,000 miTXCrashBrakes
    The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle jumped a curb, went down a riverbank, and crashed into a telephone pole. The air bags did not deploy. The brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The parking brake was engaged, and the vehicle stopped. The message “Parking Brake Malfunction - See Dealer” was displayed. There was no injury sustained. A Police report was not filed. The vehicle was…
    NHTSA complaint #11757619 · source
  2. Filed Apr 19, 2026NCBrakes
    Vehicle Information Vehicle: 2024 Toyota Tacoma VIN: [XXX] ate: January 26, 2025 Repair Completed: October 1, 2025 Safety Complaint Description Beginning on or about February 5, 2025, my 2024 Toyota Tacoma developed a serious braking-related safety issue that substantially affected the safe operation of the vehicle. When I brought the vehicle to the dealership, I reported braking concerns and was advised by dealership personnel that the vehicle may not be safe to drive due…
    NHTSA complaint #11732160 · source
  3. Filed Apr 14, 2026VABrakes
    After having Toyota Tacoma rear brake hose recall performed at Steven Toyota Harrisonburg Va I have very poor braking! This is a huge safety concern for my family and myself. Toyota is not taking this matter seriously. I was told “bring it in and let the tech have another wack at it”. No get a master tech on this problem immediately! I had reservations about having this recall performed by Toyota because in Toyotas pursuit to fix a problem they always make it worse. This has…
    NHTSA complaint #11731013 · source
  4. Filed Jan 20, 202658,000 miCATowedBrakes
    The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but traveled down to the floorboard. The brake warning light blinked, and the message to “Pull Over to a Safe Area” was displayed. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. The contact stated that brake fluid had leaked from the…
    NHTSA complaint #11712148 · source
  5. Filed Dec 31, 20258,644 miPACrash1 injuredTowedBrakes
    The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for recall service related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). While driving at 15-30 MPH, the vehicle lost braking function and crashed into a tree. After the failure, the low brake and the low brake power message were displayed. The driver had not sustained any injuries. The occupant in the passenger seat sustained spinal injuries and neck…
    NHTSA complaint #11707969 · source
  6. Filed Dec 5, 202580 miTXBrakesElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the gas cap failed to close securely and was loose. Additionally, the contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 25V595000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the instrument panel was blank at start-up. The contact also stated that the infotainment system screen was blank…
    NHTSA complaint #11703270 · source
  7. Filed Nov 26, 2025TNBrakes
    The vehicle is a 2024 Toyota Tacoma SR5 that was later traded for a 2025 Tacoma SR5 due to a serious safety defect involving the rear brake lines. The problem is the same one described in Toyota’s recall: the rear brake hoses can be damaged by debris, resulting in brake fluid loss and potential brake failure. The safety risk was significant. The vehicle was used to transport a young child, and because the brake lines could fail without warning, the truck could not be safely…
    NHTSA complaint #11701723 · source
  8. Filed Nov 10, 2025VABrakes
    I’m filing this report because the dealership where I purchased and have my vehicle regularly serviced failed to notify us of an active safety recall related to the brake system on our Toyota truck. The dealership is Classic Toyota – located at 2301 W Mercury Blvd, Hampton, VA 23666. The recall was issued in February 2025, yet the vehicle has been serviced by the same Toyota dealer multiple times since then, including an oil change and a state inspection. The dealer never…
    NHTSA complaint #11698640 · source
  9. Filed Oct 9, 2025FLBrakes
    See attached document for complaint. I am writing to formally notify you of a serious unresolved safety issue regarding my leased 2024 Toyota Tacoma (VIN: [VIN removed]), currently subject to the official safety recall (NHTSA Recall No. 25V-058 / Toyota Recall No. 24TA04 - Interim Notice 25TB04). Despite repeated attempts to schedule the recall service with Toyota of Orlando, no effective remedy ha been provided to date. The recall documentation clearly states that the…
    NHTSA complaint #11692338 · source
  10. Filed Sep 29, 2025MIBrakes
    I have this truck from 2024 , the safety recall came up from February 2025 . But the company not fixing this issue. I’m a rideshare platform driver . My rideshare company also remove this vehicle from their platform for open safety recall . I contacted with my dealer also the Toyota main phone number . They still not solving my issues . Please help me out I’m now job less person because of this vehicle
    NHTSA complaint #11690241 · source
  11. Filed Sep 18, 202513,652 miHICrashBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control
    The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing at 5-7 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond, accelerated unintendedly, and crashed into an unoccupied parked vehicle. The other vehicle sustained damage. There was no injury sustained. The contact was able to…
    NHTSA complaint #11688151 · source
  12. Filed Sep 5, 2025TNBrakes
    After coming to a complete stop, vehicle will start to creep forward. If not paying attention, collision with vehicle in front will occur.
    NHTSA complaint #11685195 · source

Other 2024 Toyota Tacoma problem areas

  • Transmission & Drivetrain (55)
  • Other / Unknown (23)
  • Electrical System (16)
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (15)
  • Body & Structure (8)
  • Visibility & Wipers (8)
  • Seats & Seat Belts (6)
  • Engine (6)
  • Suspension (5)
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion (5)
  • Steering (4)
  • Wheels & Tires (2)
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control (2)
  • Airbags (2)

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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