2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma Axle Recall (24V152)
Toyota Motor Corporation · 381,199 vehicles · Reported February 27, 2024
Toyota Motor Corporation is recalling 381,199 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners. Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V152 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V152000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 24TB05 / 24TA05 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | February 27, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Vehicles | 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma |
| Units affected | 381,199 |
| Component | Power Train > Axle Assembly |
| Safety risk | Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma in recall 24V152?
The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2023 Tacoma with recall 24V152?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Axle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Tacoma shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the axle assembly, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V152?
Recall 24V152 covers 381,199 vehicles: 2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma.
NHTSA lists 381,199 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | Toyota | Tacoma |
What is the fix for the Tacoma axle recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.
Manufacturer recall number: 24TB05 / 24TA05.
When was recall 24V152 announced?
Toyota Motor Corporation reported recall 24V152 to NHTSA on February 27, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as April 17, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| February 27, 2024 | Toyota Motor Corporation filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V152000. |
| April 17, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 31 months ago. If your Tacoma was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Tacoma is part of recall 24V152?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V152 is open on your Tacoma, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 24V152000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Tacoma owners do about recall 24V152?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V152000 applies to your Tacoma.
- Call a Toyota dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any axle assembly symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Tacoma owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 113 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 16 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 24V152 was reported on February 27, 2024, owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 1 of them (8%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the transmission and were received on or after February 27, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 113 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 16 of them involve the transmission. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Toyota Tacoma: 59 complaints in total, 9 about the transmission
- 2023 Toyota Tacoma: 54 complaints in total, 7 about the transmission
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
My 2022 Tacoma has 1200 miles on it. While turning a corner I slowed down to make the turn when I pushed on the pedal to speed back up there was no response from the engine. It was dark outside and my dash lit up like the key was turned off.
2022 Toyota Tacoma owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11500132, filed January 4, 2023
Transmission pops out of 2nd gear everyday after setting on level ground. I have questioned Toyota about the fluid levels, which they say its a sealed unit and cant be checked. It takes about 20 feet before the transmission rengages. It only happens when the transmission temperature is cold, then does not happen again.
2022 Toyota Tacoma owner, MD, NHTSA complaint 11519552, filed April 29, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the gear shifter turned hard. The contact also stated that while shifting the gear, she noticed an abnormal sound. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer.
2022 Toyota Tacoma owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11585485, filed April 26, 2024
Can recall 24V152 make my Tacoma a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Transmission problems tend to come back. Harsh shifts, slipping, delayed engagement and sudden loss of drive power often return after a dealer reflashes software or replaces a part, and each return trip to the dealer is another repair attempt on the record.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Tacoma went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V152
Did the recall 24V152 fix work?
Since recall 24V152 was reported on February 27, 2024, owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 1 of them (8%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed April 17, 2024.
Is the 24V152000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Tacoma is part of recall 24V152000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V152000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Toyota. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.