The 2013 Toyota Tacoma was sold with two engines, and which one is in the bay changes the numbers you work to: the 2.7L four-cylinder (2TR-FE) or the 4.0L V6 (1GR-FE). Torque sequences, clearances and service intervals are specified per engine and per cab and drivetrain layout, so the figures that matter are the ones Toyota published for this truck and this model year rather than close-enough values carried over from a neighboring one.
Engines
- 2.7L 2700CC l4 GAS Naturally Aspirated
- 4.0L 4000CC V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Trims
- Base, 2D Pickup, Automatic Trans
- Base, 2D Pickup, Standard Trans
- Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, Automatic Trans
- Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, Standard Trans
- Base, 4D Pickup
- Base, 4D Pickup, Automatic Trans
- Base, 4D Pickup, Standard Trans
- PreRunner, 4D Pickup Extra Cab
- PreRunner, 4D Pickup
- X-Runner
Known issues on the 2013 Tacoma. Five recalls are on federal record for this model year. One is filed against the engine: if the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven. A second covers the hydraulic service brakes together with their antilock and traction control functions; if the fault occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance. A third concerns the temporary spare tire on trucks equipped with 18-inch Maverick alloy wheels: if the spare tire and wheel are installed using the lug nuts from another wheel, damage can result. A fourth is a labeling recall — an inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. The fifth covers accessory hood scoops installed by Southeast Toyota Distributors or its dealers: if the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners have filed 169 complaints for this truck, and 213 technical service bulletins have been issued for it.
Whether the job is a stall traced back to the valve train, a brake and traction control warning that needs diagnosing, or a routine service on the four-cylinder, the procedure and the torque figure you follow are the ones Toyota wrote for the 2013 Tacoma.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops install
If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Toyota Tacoma and Lexus RX350 vehicles and certain model year 2012 Toyota Rav4 vehicles. In the
If this occurs, these systems could become inoperative, reducing the directional control assistance, increasing the risk
Toyota will notify owners, and Toyota and Lexus dealers will update the software for the Skid Control electronic control
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory whe
If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is bein
For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to d
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Tacoma vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, t
If the valve springs break, the engine could fail and stall while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began on November 27,
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Tacoma vehicles equipped with 18" Maverick Alloy Wheels. In the af
If the spare tire/wheel is installed on the vehicle using the lug nuts from another wheel, damage to the wheel could res
SET will notify owners, and dealers will: (a) Install a Warning Label on the spare tire/wheel, (b) supply a bag containi
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010
An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a ti
Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A smal
Some 2005 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Servic
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicl
To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the disc brake rotor from weather elements and in
Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an exposed vehicle, especially the horizontal areas such as the hood
Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure i
Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, welding, etc. This type of contamination can be identified by the
Some 2005 2024 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Servic
The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic compounds. If these contaminants settle and remain on a painted vehicl
Showing the 8 most recent of 428 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
WE HIT BLACK ICE AND SPUN FLIPPED INTO A DITCH ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE TRUCK AIRBAG DEPLOYED ON THE PASSENGER SID
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA TACOMA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, ANOTHER VEHICLE
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while in reverse and attempting to park the engine RPMs s
Vehicle involved in a head on collision resulting in a total loss. Frontal airbags did not deploy. Occupant (driver) sus
"TAKATA RECALL" POSSIBLE: DRIVING NORTHBOUND IN THE LEFT LANE ON A CLEAR DAY, NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME OR NEXT TO ME. I WA
Showing the 5 most serious of 124 complaints filed with NHTSA.
