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1995 Toyota Tacoma — V6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 Tacoma V6.

Engine V6Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1995 Toyota Tacoma V6 is a compact pickup built on Toyota's legacy truck platform, powered by a V6 engine paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and rated by the EPA at 17 mpg city, 20 mpg highway, and 18 mpg combined, with an engine oil capacity of 5.5 quarts using 5W-30 API specification. The model year saw four recalls issued, and while suspension was the top complaint area among the 183 total owner grievances filed for this vehicle, that figure sits notably low against the Tacoma's complaint history spanning 1995 to 2026, which peaked at 782 complaints in 2006. This positions the 1995 Tacoma V6 among the more dependable early iterations of a model line that would later experience both higher complaint volumes and substantial improvements in owner satisfaction.

Model year201120102009200820062005200420031995

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque83 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy17/20/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 360 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZD1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 360 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnHEADOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD1
Engine air filter178013502083 alt 1780107020
Fuel filter2330079446 alt 2330062010
Spark plug9091901192
Front wiper blades85212YZZ03TM
Serpentine belt993642087078 alt 9936481070
Thermostat9091603120 alt 9091603075

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length174.8 in
Overall width66.5 in
Overall height61 in
Wheelbase103.5 in
Curb weight2560 lb
Track (front / rear)55.1 / 55.9 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 20 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

8.1–9.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.10 sec — 1995 LX V6 Xtracab
190 hpHorsepower (as tested)
220 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1995LX V6 Xtracab 3.4L V68.10 sec16.10 sec190 hpRWD
1995V6 Xtracab 3.4L V68.80 sec16.60 sec190 hpRWD
1995SR5 V6 Xtracab 3.4L V69.40 sec17.30 sec190 hp4x4
1998SR5 V6 Extended Cab 3.4L V68.00 sec16.10 sec190 hpRWD
2001S-Runner V6 Xtracab (6.2 ft. Bed) 3.4L V67.20 sec15.70 sec190 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, 75W-90 · GL-5 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 83 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil75W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.4 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 qt
Transfer Case Fluid75W-90 · GL-4 · GL-5
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity2.5 Pints

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)90.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket116.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle67.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket67.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts83 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.32 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND 8 oil
Oil Capacity7.61 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance360 cca
Optional BCI Group Number24F

Service checks

Pressure Test13 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief13 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature180 °F
Engine Compression145-174 psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle90 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket65 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle80 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0028 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.866 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.866 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
At 45,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miFuel Evaporative Canister (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
At 80,000 miOxygen Sensor (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1995 Toyota Tacoma is the earliest year in the federal record and carries the lowest complaint count (183) of the 1995–1997 early period, with 4 recalls, 1 investigation, and 51 TSBs. While 1996 rises to 278 complaints and 6 recalls, and the broader generation arc climbs steadily toward peaks of 707 complaints in 2005 and 782 in 2006, the 1995 model sits at the low-stress end of that trend. Its top complaint categories are suspension (81), structure (18), tires (10), and power train (10), though the data does not specify underlying causes; crash-related complaints number 21 and fire-related complaints number 3. Given its comparatively light federal footprint and position before the generation's later volume and recall increases, a well-maintained 1995 Tacoma is a relatively favorable used purchase, provided any open recall and suspension items are inspected.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
51
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
183
Owner complaints
21 involved a crash · 3 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 183 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Suspension81
Structure18
Tires10
Power Train10
Unknown Or Other9
Air Bags7
Suspension,Structure5
Seat Belts5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

09E012000Exterior LightingReported 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE… Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT…

06E049000Exterior LightingReported 24/05/2006

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH… Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 51 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB0032202023-08-17Air BagsTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…
TTT0636202022-03-17Back Over PreventionTT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake…
Toyota PRO19-022022-01-12TiresPOL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all…
T-TT-0636-20 Rev2021-03-12Service BrakesTT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake…
T-SB-0032-20 Rev2021-02-03EquipmentTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1995 Tacoma V6 take?

5.5 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1995 Tacoma have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the V6 get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 20 highway / 18 combined mpg.