Toyota Tacoma 2000
The 2000 Toyota Tacoma came with 3 engines: 2.4 L 4-cylinder, 2.7 L 4-cylinder, 3.4 L 6-cylinder. It gets 16 to 21 MPG combined depending on the engine, per the EPA. 5 recall campaigns and 40 owner complaints are on record.
Specs
| Cylinders | 6 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic · 4 speeds |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 5,140 × 1,690 × 1,580 mm (202.4 × 66.5 × 62.2 in) |
| Wheelbase | 3,100 mm (122.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,464 kg (3,228 lb) |
| Body style | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD |
Dimensions and weight: median of the 6 versions in Canada's official specifications (NHTSA vPIC). Each version differs slightly.
For sale in United States
Safety
Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.
Fuel economy (MPG)
🇺🇸 Local dataBy version
| Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cylinder | Automatic · 4 speeds | Rear-wheel (RWD) | 19 MPG | 22 MPG | 20 MPG |
| 2.4 L 4-cylinder | Manual · 5 speeds | Rear-wheel (RWD) | 19 MPG | 24 MPG | 21 MPG |
| 2.7 L 4-cylinder | Automatic · 4 speeds | AWD | 17 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG |
| 2.7 L 4-cylinder | Automatic · 4 speeds | Rear-wheel (RWD) | 17 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG |
| 2.7 L 4-cylinder | Manual · 5 speeds | AWD | 15 MPG | 19 MPG | 17 MPG |
| 3.4 L 6-cylinder | Automatic · 4 speeds | AWD | 15 MPG | 18 MPG | 16 MPG |
| 3.4 L 6-cylinder | Automatic · 4 speeds | Rear-wheel (RWD) | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 17 MPG |
| 3.4 L 6-cylinder | Manual · 5 speeds | AWD | 15 MPG | 18 MPG | 16 MPG |
| 3.4 L 6-cylinder | Manual · 5 speeds | Rear-wheel (RWD) | 17 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG |
EPA figures for each version sold in the U.S.
Recalls
Consequence · Remedy
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Consequence · Remedy
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Consequence · Remedy
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Consequence · Remedy
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Consequence · Remedy
AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OR OPEN CIRCUIT CAN CAUSE A FAULT IN THE CONVERTER AND A NON-OPERATIONAL CONDITION OF THE TRAILER LIGHTS. IF THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN WITHOUT TRAILER LIGHTS, IT MAY BE DIFFICULT FOR OTHER DRIVERS TO SEE THE TRAILER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS AND INSTALL A REDESIGNED TRAILER TOWING WIRE HARNESS CONVERTER FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 27, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
It may not apply to vehicles sold in your country. Check with your VIN at the source.
Details
Equipment Description: Towing hitch kits and aftermarket trailer towing wire harness converters. Due to inadequate waterproofing performance and improper installation location of the converter, which is mounted on the exterior of the vehicle, an electrical short circuit could occur if water enters the converter housing. The short circuit can cause a failure of the converter, and if a trailer is being towed at the time, can also cause failure of the trailer lights. Correction: Dealers will replace the converter.
Common problems
40 reports🇺🇸 Local dataReported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2000 Toyota Tacoma. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 141,331. At the time of the maintenance, it was discovered that the mileage was 276,000.
My son was driving the 2000 Toyota Tacoma across very smooth transition railroad tracks at about 25 mph and the right front ball joint failed, collapsing the suspension. He lost all control and the vehicle skidded to a stop. Had he been going any faster, the vehicle could have rolled over. I have reviewed the recal…
Broken frame due to rust
Vehicle will not pass safety inspection due to severe deterioration of the frame. The rest of the vehicle is still intact and operable.
The frame is rusted and I don't feel safe driving it at highway speeds. The electrical system The horn, air bags and radio don't work. Toyota said they had a program to repair the frame but they no longer honor it
The Frame of the truck in the back above the rear tire has rusted out and the Frame has broke.
I was recently told my a service center that the frame has great corrosion and is unsafe to drive. I am now aware of past warranty extensions for this matter but Toyota will offer nothing because for my year, this warranty coverage extension is expired. My year was also not part of the recent class action settlement w…
Frame badly Rotted Purchased used, previous owner stated Frame recall/inspection was preformed Advertised on CL as NO ROT Frame is so bad it can not be safely driven
Owned Toyota Tacoma since 2005...recently took vehicle for muffler repair and discovered my frame was rusted out and in an unsafe condition, when I contacted Toyota @ customer assistance center they advised me that jy vehicle was too old to be covered by ant warranty...they also stated that they had contacted me about…
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that he received a recall notification for an unknown safety recall. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the vehicle did not need the recall repair at the time. The contact stated u…
RUSTED FRAME WITH HOLES THROUGHOUT THE FRAME. NOT DEEMED SAFE TO DRIVE. DEALER WILL NOT EVEN DO AN OIL CHANGE. ALREADY CONTACTED TOYOTA. THEY WILL NOT DENY THE CLAIM IN WRITING (ONLY BY PHONE) BECAUSE THEY SAID THERE'S NOTHING TO DENY. ONLY SENT A CASE NUMBER
AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OR OPEN CIRCUIT CAN CAUSE A FAULT IN THE GENUINE TOYOTA TRAILER TOWING WIRE HARNESS CONVERTER WHICH CAN CAUSE A FAILURE OF THE CONVERTER, AND IF A TRAILER IS BEING TOWED AT THE TIME, NON OPERATION OF THE TRAILER LIGHTS, IN LIMITED CASES, THE CONVERTER HOUSING COULD BECOME HEAT DEFORMED,,,, THERE I…
Questions
- What engine does the 2000 Toyota Tacoma have?
- The 2000 Toyota Tacoma came with 3 engines: 2.4 L 4-cylinder, 2.7 L 4-cylinder, 3.4 L 6-cylinder.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2000 Toyota Tacoma?
- It gets 16 to 21 MPG combined depending on the engine, per the EPA.
- Does the 2000 Toyota Tacoma have recalls?
- 5 recall campaigns are on record. The latest concerns Exterior Lighting (2009-05-11).
- What are the common problems of the 2000 Toyota Tacoma?
- 40 owners have filed complaints, most often about Structure.
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