2013–2014 Toyota Tacoma recall: Engine
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V557000
- Reported
- November 7, 2013
- Manufacturer
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- Part
- Engine
- Vehicles affected
- About 3,795
What is wrong
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Tacoma vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, through October 11, 2013. The engines of the affected vehicles contain valve springs that may break over time.
Safety risk
If the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began on November 27, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Toyota Tacoma (2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began on November 27, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.