2005–2011 Toyota Tacoma: Broken rear leaf spring (fuel tank puncture risk recall)
Likely causes, ranked
- Fractured leaf$0–$0Shop
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Symptom: A rear that sags or leans, a clunk, or fuel smell.
Likely causes
- Fractured leaf. Toyota replaces the rear leaf springs.
DIY or shop?
Dealer. Recall repairs are free.
Useful steps
- Check your VIN for 14V604.
Vehicle focus: 2005–2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Safety / mechanic note
A punctured fuel tank raises the fire risk. Verify with a mechanic or dealer.
Recalls & service bulletins
Recalls
- 14V604000 2005–2011 Tacoma PreRunner and 4x4 built September 2009–October 2010: a leaf can fracture and move into the fuel tank. Dealers install new rear spring assemblies. Details
NHTSA complaints: 412 keyword-matched complaints for Toyota TACOMA 2005–2011 (of 3,168 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).
Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sources
What actually fixed it?
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