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2007 Toyota Tacoma

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 Tacoma.

Body TRUCK

The 2007 Toyota Tacoma is a truck platform whose 540 total owner complaints and 10 recalls place it just past the model's worst reliability year—the 2006 peak of 782 complaints—marking the beginning of a downward trend in the Tacoma's broader complaint history spanning 1995 through 2026. Suspension issues dominate the owner feedback for this model year, and routine maintenance is straightforward at 4.8 quarts of 5W-30 API oil, reflecting the no-nonsense mechanical character expected of the platform. For a researcher, the 2007 sits in a transitional chapter: still burdened by elevated complaint volumes relative to the model's long-term baseline, yet improved enough over the prior year to signal the start of a gradual recovery in the generation's reliability trajectory.

Model year202620252024202320222021201920182007

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.8 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque83 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 585 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 24F · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnRELAYOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD1 alt 90915YZZD3
Engine air filter178010C040 alt 178010P010
Fuel filter7702404010
Spark plug9091901191
Battery2880007010 alt 288000F020
Front wiper blades8521204031 alt 8522204030
Serpentine belt9091602708 alt 9091602709
Thermostat9091603093 alt 1632575011
Cabin air filter8850801010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length208.3 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height70.1 in
Wheelbase128 in
Curb weight3948 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

Independent road tests for the Tacoma of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.8–7.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.80 sec — 2005 PreRunner V6 Access Cab (5 ft. Bed)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2005PreRunner V6 Access Cab (5 ft. Bed) 4.0L V66.80 sec15.20 sec245 hpRWD
2005SR5 V6 Double Cab (6.1 ft. Bed) 4.0L V66.90 sec15.60 sec236 hp4x4
2005SR5 V6 Double Cab (6.1 ft. Bed) 4.0L V67.10 sec15.70 sec236 hp4x4
2005SR5 V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 4.0L V67.40 sec16.10 sec245 hp4x4
2011TRD TX Pro V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 4.0L V67.40 sec15.80 sec236 hp4x4
2013Limited V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 4.0L V67.80 sec16.10 sec236 hp4x4
2015TRD Pro Series V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 4.0L V67.30 sec15.90 sec236 hp4x4
2015TRD Pro Series V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 4.0L V67.70 sec16.10 sec236 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4.8 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 83 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.1
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.8 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs10MM Bolts: 7 ft-lbs, 12MM Bolts: 18 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts192 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts185 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts61 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug30.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)37.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket89.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle89.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket89.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts83 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub173 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Timing8-12, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.25-1.38 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.50 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca
Standard BCI Group Number24F

Service checks

Pressure Test17 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature176-183 °F
Pressure Test17 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature176-183 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum40.8 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum41.7 psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle90 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket65 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle80 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle91 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

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9018 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 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 5,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect)
Every 20,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

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 2007 Toyota Tacoma sits near the apex of a significant complaint spike that defined the second generation's early years, following a massive jump from 414 complaints in 2004 to 707 in 2005 and a peak of 782 in 2006. For 2007, federal records show 540 complaints, 10 recalls, and 1 investigation, marking a decline from 2006 but remaining vastly elevated compared to the generation's later, more stable years like 2011 (183 complaints). The primary problem areas for 2007 are Suspension (83 complaints), Vehicle Speed Control (80), and Structure (70), alongside 65 crash complaints and 9 fire complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. While 2007 represents a statistical improvement over the 2006 model, its position on the downward slope of this generation's early high-complaint arc implies lingering growing pains from the 2005 redesign. Consequently, this is a borderline year to buy; if you proceed, insist on thorough inspections of the suspension and speed control systems, or opt for a post-2011 model where the federal data demonstrates significantly improved reliability.

10
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
326
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
540
Owner complaints
65 involved a crash · 9 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 540 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Suspension83
Vehicle Speed Control80
Structure70
Steering44
Power Train41
Air Bags29
Unknown Or Other16
Service Brakes, Hydraulic15

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 10 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

16V396000Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/CoolerReported 02/06/2016

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and… Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14…

14V743000Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/CoolerReported 19/11/2014

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4… Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 326 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureTo prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureThe condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…
T-SB-0061-23 Rev22024-12-05StructureToyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to…

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 2007 Tacoma take?

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

Does the 2007 Tacoma have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.