2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma Shock Absorber Recall (26V514)
Toyota Motor Corporation · 48,280 vehicles · Reported August 6, 2026
Toyota Motor Corporation is recalling 48,280 2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma; 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid vehicles. The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir. An oil reservoir that detaches can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 26V514 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V514000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 26TB14/26TA14 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 6, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Vehicles | 2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma; 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid |
| Units affected | 48,280 |
| Build dates | January 2, 2024 to November 25, 2024 |
| Component | Suspension > Rear > Shock Absorber |
| Safety risk | An oil reservoir that detaches can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma in recall 26V514?
The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Tacoma Hybrid and 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles. The metal flange on the front and rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external oil reservoir.
Is it safe to drive a 2024-2025 Tacoma with recall 26V514?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An oil reservoir that detaches can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An oil reservoir that detaches can create a road hazard, 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 shock absorber, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V514?
Recall 26V514 covers 48,280 vehicles: 2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma; 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid.
NHTSA lists 48,280 vehicles in this campaign, built January 2, 2024 to November 25, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | Toyota | Tacoma |
| 2024 | Toyota | Tacoma Hybrid |
What is the fix for the Tacoma shock absorber recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and replace the front and rear shock absorber assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and replace the front and rear shock absorber assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB14 and 26TA14.
Manufacturer recall number: 26TB14/26TA14.
When was recall 26V514 announced?
Toyota Motor Corporation reported recall 26V514 to NHTSA on August 6, 2026. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 21, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| January 2, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Toyota Motor Corporation's filing). |
| November 25, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| August 6, 2026 | Toyota Motor Corporation filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V514000. |
| September 21, 2026 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 1 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 328 days. 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 26V514?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V514 is open on your Tacoma, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024-2025 Tacoma vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Tacoma owners do about recall 26V514?
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 26V514000 applies to your Tacoma.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Toyota dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the shock absorber happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- 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 250 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 17 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the suspension, wheels and tires have been filed since recall 26V514 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 250 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 17 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. 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.
- 2024 Toyota Tacoma: 150 complaints in total, 7 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2025 Toyota Tacoma: 100 complaints in total, 10 about the suspension, wheels and tires
- 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the suspension, wheels and tires
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The vehicle is unstable and easy to lose control! The vehicle height is asymmetrical! The vehicle body shakes! The tires are abnormally worn! The geometry deviation of the vehicle's rear axle is too large…
2025 Toyota Tacoma owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11675769, filed July 23, 2025
I purchased a brand-new 2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road. From the first day, the steering wheel was off-center and the vehicle vibrated while driving. At around 500 miles, I noticed severe instability and abnormal tire wear. A wheel alignment report showed: Thrust angle: +0.15° (spec: 0° ± 0.05°) Rear toe: Left 0.23°, Right -0.
2025 Toyota Tacoma owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11679590, filed August 9, 2025
Turning a corner my left axle broke and I only have 3100 miles on this vehicle. Still is not fixed because of warranty issues. When I do get it back I don’t know how I’m suppose to feel safe driving it.
2025 Toyota Tacoma owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11681892, filed August 20, 2025
Can recall 26V514 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.
Recall 26V514000 does not automatically make your Tacoma a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
If a suspension or wheel problem on the 2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma returns after the recall work, keep the repair orders. Repeat visits for the same defect are what California's lemon law looks at.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have 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.
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 26V514
Is the 26V514000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 21, 2026.
How do I know if my Tacoma is part of recall 26V514000?
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.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
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 26V514000 (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.