2013 Toyota Tacoma

The 2013 Toyota Tacoma is a popular mid-size pickup truck known for its reliability and off-road capabilities. Engine options include a 2.7L inline-4 producing 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, and a 4.0L V6 producing 236 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic (with the 2.7L), and a 5-speed automatic (with the 4.0L). Owners often praise the Tacoma for its durability, resale value, and off-road prowess, but some criticisms include the fuel economy of the V6 engine and the somewhat dated interior.

Engine

2.7L Inline-4

No Issues Found

4.0L V6

• Secondary Air Injection Pump Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Check engine light, trouble codes P0418, P0419, P0412, P0415. The pump may be noisy or completely fail, affecting emissions performance and potentially causing the vehicle to fail inspection.
  • Solution: Replacement of the secondary air injection pump and/or valve. Bypass kits are also available, though their legality varies by location.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+ depending on whether you replace just the pump, or the whole system.
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

4-Speed Automatic (2.7L)

No Issues Found

5-Speed Automatic (4.0L)

• Harsh Shifting
  • Description/Symptoms: Rough or jerky shifts between gears, especially noticeable when cold.
  • Solution: Fluid flush, valve body cleaning or replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $800+ depending on the solution
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Leaf Spring Rust/Breakage
  • Description/Symptoms: Squeaking or creaking noises from the rear suspension, sagging rear end, visible rust or cracks in the leaf springs. In severe cases, the leaf spring can break.
  • Solution: Replacement of the leaf springs.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Clock Spring Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Airbag light illumination, horn not working, and/or steering wheel controls malfunctioning.
  • Solution: Replacement of the clock spring.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

No Issues Found

Interior

• Sun Visor Sagging
  • Description/Symptoms: The sun visors droop down and do not stay in the upright position.
  • Solution: Replacement of the sun visors.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2013 Toyota Tacoma exhibits some common issues, with the most significant being the potential for secondary air injection pump failure (4.0L V6) and leaf spring issues. The other issues, such as harsh shifting and clock spring or sun visor failures, are generally less expensive to address. Overall, while the Tacoma is generally reliable, these are the areas to pay close attention to when evaluating a used model.