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2015 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 V6 DC LB 5AT

The 2015 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 V6 DC LB 5AT is a 236-hp 4.0-liter V6 pickup truck with a 5-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $28,735 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 236 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 266 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The Tacoma measures 221.3 inches long on a 140.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,285 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypePickup
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$28,735 ($39,405 *)
MSRP with Destination$29,620 ($40,618 *)
Destination Charge$885
Engine
Engine Type4.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 with VVT-i (aluminum block, aluminum alloy head)
Displacement4 L
Horsepower236 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque266 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-valve VVT-i
Bore and Stroke94.0 x 95.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeElectronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypePart-time 4WD (front engine, part-time four-wheel drive)
Differential TypeAutomatic Limited Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic (ECT)
1st Gear3.52
2nd Gear2.04
3rd Gear1.4
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.72
Reverse3.22
Final Drive3.727
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway21 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended Fuel87 octane (regular)
Tank Capacity21.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionCoil spring independent double wishbone with gas-filled shock absorbers (high mount)
Rear SuspensionLeaf spring rigid suspension
Front Stabilizer Bar1.18 in.
Turning Diameter44 ft
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersVentilated disc
Front Brake Disc10.75 in. ventilated
Rear Brake Disc10.0 in. drum (leading-trailing)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 in.
Wheels Rear16 in.
Tires FrontP245/75R16
Tires RearP245/75R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length221.3 in
Width74.6 in
Height70.1 in
Wheelbase140.6 in
Front Track63 in
Rear Track63.4 in
Ground Clearance9.3 in
Approach Angle35°
Departure Angle25°
Curb Weight4,285 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.2 in
Headroom Rear38.5 in
Legroom Front41.7 in
Legroom Rear32.6 in
Shoulder Room Front57.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear59.3 in
Hip Room Front53.5 in
Hip Room Rear55.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (19.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2015 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 4WD
Other tested variants (3)
  • 2015 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 4WD: 4 ★ overall
  • 2015 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 2WD: 4 ★ overall
  • 2015 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 2WD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota TACOMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 3, 2017 · STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.

Consequence: If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.

NHTSA campaign 17V425000

Feb 23, 2015 · TIRES

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Tacoma pickup trucks manufactured August 7, 2014, to December 22, 2014. The affected vehicles may have had their tires and wheels changed to TRD PRO accessory tires and wheels, causing the inflation information on the tire placard to be incorrect which may result in the tire being improperly inflated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."

Consequence: Improperly inflated tires may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will send a revised tire placard with correct tire size and inflation information to owners, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 15V099000

Dec 30, 2014 · EQUIPMENT

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.

Consequence: Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.

Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

NHTSA campaign 14V828000

Oct 22, 2014 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tacoma vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may contain an incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

Consequence: An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Gulf States has notified owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074.

NHTSA campaign 14V663000

101 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota TACOMA

Owner Complaints

101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota TACOMA (15 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Unknown Or Other29
Structure15
Engine12
Service Brakes12
Air Bags11
Power Train9
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 19, 2026 · Suspension, Structure, Unknown Or Other
“My frame of my truck rotted from the inside out and now I don’t qualify for their safety safety program, they only give you enough time and cover it up with a coating so by the time you realized it’s…”
Jun 22, 2026 · Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
“The key fob separate from the key dangles while driving and with manual seats there is no way to adjust the seat up or down and while accelerating or braking, while moving leg and foot the knee hits…”
Jun 2, 2026 · Electrical System Fire
“The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an unusual burning odor in the interior of the vehicle. The contact's wife, who was…”
May 6, 2026 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“Was in a serious accident while driving and rear ended another vehicle and my airbags did not deploy. Serious front end damage resulting in a total loss of my Tacoma. Shocked airbags did not deploy…”
May 4, 2026 · Air Bags, Seat Belts, Unknown Or Other
“Purchased this vehicle used from dealership after reviewing the carfax and receiving reassurance from dealer that airbags were never deployed. 4 days after purchase passenger window needed to be reset…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2015 TOYOTA TACOMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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