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2023 Toyota Tacoma

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Tacoma.

The 2023 Toyota Tacoma calls for 6.2 quarts of 0W-20 or 5W-20 oil, reflecting its current powertrain specification. Owner-reported complaints total 48 for the model year, with air bags ranking as the top concern amid four recalls. Across the Tacoma's complaint history spanning 1995 through 2026, the 2023 figure sits well below the 2006 peak of 782 complaints but above the 2026 low of five, suggesting a comparatively clean but not record-setting reliability profile for this generation.

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Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.2 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque83.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses 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.

Tail / brake / turnDRIVEROEM · verified
Tire sizeP245/75R16 109SOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7-7JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD1 alt 9672335028
Engine air filter178010P100 alt 178010C040
Spark plug9091901263 alt 9091901287
Front wiper blades852120E050 alt 8522204040
Serpentine belt9091602708 alt 90916A2037
Thermostat9091603157 alt 1632631050
Cabin air filter8850804010 alt 8850801010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length212.2 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height70.5 in
Wheelbase127.6 in
Curb weight4295 lb
Track (front / rear)63 / 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.

7.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.90 sec — 2023 TRD Off-Road V6 Double Cab (5'0.5" Bed)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2023TRD Off-Road V6 Double Cab (5'0.5" Bed) 3.5L V67.90 sec16.10 sec278 hp4x4
2022TRD Pro V6 Double Cab (5'0.5" Bed) 3.5L V69.21 sec17.14 sec278 hp4x4
2019TRD Pro V6 Double Cab (5'0.5" Bed) 3.5L V67.70 sec16.00 sec278 hp4x4
2018TRD Off-Road V6 Double Cab (5'0.5" Bed) 3.5L V67.60 sec15.90 sec278 hp4x4
2017TRD Pro V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 3.5L V67.70 sec16.00 sec278 hp4x4
2016SR5 V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 3.5L V66.80 sec15.20 sec278 hpRWD
2016TRD Off-Road V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 3.5L V67.10 sec15.40 sec278 hp4x4
2016TRD Off-Road V6 Double Cab (5 ft. Bed) 3.5L V67.30 sec15.80 sec278 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.2 qt of 0W-20 / 5W-20 engine oil, 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 · SAE J1703 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 83.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity10.6 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.2 qt
Brake FluidDOT 3 · SAE J1703
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.6 qt
Differential Gear Oil75W-85 · GL-5

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts61 ft-lbs
Main Bearings16
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts83.0 ft-lbs

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
17 ft. lbs., Step 2: 127 ft. lbs
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 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 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 System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
At 10,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
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 (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (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 2023 Toyota Tacoma falls at the end of a long-term downward trend in federal complaints, which peaked in 2006 with 782 reports and declined steadily through the following years. For 2023, the record shows 49 complaints, 4 recalls, and 74 TSBs, representing some of the lowest volumes in the provided history. This year shows a slight improvement over 2022 (55 complaints) and significantly fewer reports than 2024 (139 complaints). Top complaint areas for 2023 include Air Bags, Engine, and "Unknown Or Other" with 6 reports each, though the data does not specify the root causes; additionally, there were 5 crash complaints and 1 fire complaint. Given its position as a historical low for complaints and TSBs, 2023 is an excellent year to buy.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
74
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
48
Owner complaints
5 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 48 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags6
Engine6
Unknown Or Other6
Power Train4
Electrical System4
Steering3
Visibility/Wiper2
Air Bags,Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V520000Child Seat:Vehicle Latch AnchorReported 21/07/2022

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 02, 2022. Owners…

23V480000Steering:ColumnReported 12/07/2023

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 74 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0106-22 Rev22026-01-30Electrical SystemOBSOLETE NOTICE January 30, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0001-26.
T-SB-0001-262026-01-28Electrical SystemSome 2018 – 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with a Premium Audio with Dynamic…
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-TT-0780-252025-04-02Electrical SystemTo assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may…
T-TT-0780-252025-04-02Electrical SystemTo assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may…

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 2023 Tacoma take?

6.2 qt of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil ILSAC GF-6A 0W-20 or Equivalent. If 0W-20 is unavailable 5W-20 may be used but must be replaced with 0W-20 at the next oil change., per the factory manual.

Does the 2023 Tacoma have open recalls?

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