The 2022 Toyota Tacoma belongs to the 3rd generation (2016-2023), built with 2.7L four-cylinder or the 3.5L 2GR-FKS V6 with Atkinson-cycle operation. It takes 0W-20 full synthetic on the 3.5L V6. Oil changes run 10,000 miles under normal use, 5,000 under severe use. This is a late year of that generation, typically the most refined build after several years of running changes.
A 2022 Toyota Tacoma is 4 years old in 2026, which at an average 12,000 miles a year puts it around 48,000 miles - early ownership. Around 48,000 miles a vehicle is typically past its earliest wear items and into its first real round of scheduled service. Costs are still low at this stage, which makes it the cheapest point to stay ahead of whatever this vehicle's own schedule calls for rather than catch up on it later. On that mileage estimate it is already past its 30,000-mile service, which its own schedule lists as: Replace engine air filter (normal conditions), Inspect fuel lines and fuel cap seal, Inspect cooling system hoses and clamps, Lubricate driveshaft U-joints (non-sealed units if applicable), Check propeller shaft (rear-wheel drive and 4WD), Inspect the transmission for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Inspect the transfer case oil (4WD).
The fault most worth knowing about on this generation is Transmission hunting and harsh shifting, partly addressed by software updates. Owners also report Rear differential leaks on some builds; and Lower fuel economy than expected relative to the previous generation. None of these are certainties on any individual vehicle - they are the patterns worth checking for when you buy or when a symptom appears.
Track your 2022 Toyota Tacoma service history free with the ServiceSage maintenance tracker, or compare it against other model years on the Toyota Tacoma maintenance schedule hub.
| Interval | Service |
|---|---|
| Every 5,000 mi / 6 months | Rotate tires, Inspect and adjust all fluid levels, Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs, Inspect wiper blades, Engine oil and filter ONLY if not running the Toyota-specified viscosity - on the specified oil the change is every 10,000 mi |
| Every 10,000 mi / 12 months | Replace engine oil and oil filter (on the Toyota-specified viscosity), Reset the MAINT REQD reminder, Rotate tires, Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs, Inspect and adjust all fluid levels |
| Every 15,000 mi | Replace cabin air filter, Inspect drive belts, Inspect front and rear differential fluid levels |
| Every 30,000 mi | Replace engine air filter (normal conditions), Inspect fuel lines and fuel cap seal, Inspect cooling system hoses and clamps, Lubricate driveshaft U-joints (non-sealed units if applicable), Check propeller shaft (rear-wheel drive and 4WD) |
| Every 60,000 mi (all trims - recommended) | Inspect spark plugs - see the plug interval for your engine below, Brake fluid flush (every 2 years per Toyota Care schedule) |
| Every 100,000 mi | Coolant flush - replace with Toyota SLLC (pink), Inspect water pump and thermostat, Inspect timing chain (no belt on these engines), Inspect PCV valve and intake hoses |
| Every 120,000 mi | Replace spark plugs - every 60,000 mi on the 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS); every 120,000 mi on the 2.7L I4 (2TR-FE), Inspect valve clearance and adjust if out of spec, Drive belt replacement |
| Every 30,000 mi | Inspect the transmission for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Inspect the transfer case oil (4WD) |
| At 60,000 and 120,000 mi (towing, car-top carrier or heavy loading, or extensive idling/low-speed driving only) | Replace the automatic transmission fluid (Toyota Genuine ATF WS) |
| Every 15,000 mi (towing, car-top carrier or heavy loading only) | Replace the front (4WD) and rear differential oil |
| Every 30,000 mi (towing, car-top carrier or heavy loading, or dirt/dusty roads only) | Replace the transfer case oil (4WD) |
| Every 30,000 mi (towing, car-top carrier or heavy loading only) | Replace the manual transmission oil |
The table above is indexed by service interval. This is the same schedule indexed by odometer reading, for when you know your mileage and want the list. If your odometer sits between these figures, work back to the last one you passed and catch up anything skipped.
| Odometer | Service due |
|---|---|
| 30,000 mi (48,000 km) | Rotate tires, Inspect and adjust all fluid levels, Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs, Inspect wiper blades, Engine oil and filter ONLY if not running the Toyota-specified viscosity - on the specified oil the change is every 10,000 mi, Replace engine oil and oil filter (on the Toyota-specified viscosity), Reset the MAINT REQD reminder, Replace cabin air filter, Inspect drive belts, Inspect front and rear differential fluid levels, Replace engine air filter (normal conditions), Inspect fuel lines and fuel cap seal, Inspect cooling system hoses and clamps, Lubricate driveshaft U-joints (non-sealed units if applicable), Check propeller shaft (rear-wheel drive and 4WD), Inspect the transmission for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Inspect the transfer case oil (4WD). |
| 60,000 mi (97,000 km) | Rotate tires, Inspect and adjust all fluid levels, Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs, Inspect wiper blades, Engine oil and filter ONLY if not running the Toyota-specified viscosity - on the specified oil the change is every 10,000 mi, Replace engine oil and oil filter (on the Toyota-specified viscosity), Reset the MAINT REQD reminder, Replace cabin air filter, Inspect drive belts, Inspect front and rear differential fluid levels, Replace engine air filter (normal conditions), Inspect fuel lines and fuel cap seal, Inspect cooling system hoses and clamps, Lubricate driveshaft U-joints (non-sealed units if applicable), Check propeller shaft (rear-wheel drive and 4WD), Inspect the transmission for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Inspect the transfer case oil (4WD), Inspect spark plugs - see the plug interval for your engine below, Brake fluid flush (every 2 years per Toyota Care schedule). |
| 90,000 mi (145,000 km) | Same as the 30,000 mi service. |
| 100,000 mi (161,000 km) | Rotate tires, Inspect and adjust all fluid levels, Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs, Inspect wiper blades, Engine oil and filter ONLY if not running the Toyota-specified viscosity - on the specified oil the change is every 10,000 mi, Replace engine oil and oil filter (on the Toyota-specified viscosity), Reset the MAINT REQD reminder, Coolant flush - replace with Toyota SLLC (pink), Inspect water pump and thermostat, Inspect timing chain (no belt on these engines), Inspect PCV valve and intake hoses. The every-15,000 mi service runs on its own cycle - the nearest fall at 90,000 and 105,000 miles. |
| 120,000 mi (193,000 km) | Rotate tires, Inspect and adjust all fluid levels, Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs, Inspect wiper blades, Engine oil and filter ONLY if not running the Toyota-specified viscosity - on the specified oil the change is every 10,000 mi, Replace engine oil and oil filter (on the Toyota-specified viscosity), Reset the MAINT REQD reminder, Replace cabin air filter, Inspect drive belts, Inspect front and rear differential fluid levels, Replace engine air filter (normal conditions), Inspect fuel lines and fuel cap seal, Inspect cooling system hoses and clamps, Lubricate driveshaft U-joints (non-sealed units if applicable), Check propeller shaft (rear-wheel drive and 4WD), Inspect the transmission for leaks - Toyota schedules an inspection, not a fluid change, for normal driving, Inspect the transfer case oil (4WD), Inspect spark plugs - see the plug interval for your engine below, Brake fluid flush (every 2 years per Toyota Care schedule), Replace spark plugs - every 60,000 mi on the 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS); every 120,000 mi on the 2.7L I4 (2TR-FE), Inspect valve clearance and adjust if out of spec, Drive belt replacement. |
| 150,000 mi (241,000 km) | Same as the 30,000 mi service. |
| 200,000 mi (322,000 km) | Same as the 100,000 mi service. The every-15,000 mi service runs on its own cycle - the nearest fall at 195,000 and 210,000 miles. |
| Part | Fitment note | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Genuine 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil (5 qt) | OEM-spec oil for 3rd gen Tacoma V6 and 2.7L I4 | Check price on Amazon |
| Toyota Genuine 0W-16 Full Synthetic Engine Oil (1 qt) | Required spec for 4th gen i-FORCE Turbo and i-FORCE MAX Hybrid | Check price on Amazon |
| Toyota Genuine 90915-YZZD3 Oil Filter (5-pack) | OEM cartridge filter for 3.5L V6 Tacoma (3rd gen) | Check price on Amazon Compare oil filter for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma on Amazon |
| Toyota Genuine ATF WS 00289-ATFWS (4 x 1 qt) | Required for all Tacoma automatics - do not substitute with Dexron or generic ATF | Check price on Amazon Compare WS automatic transmission fluid for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma on Amazon |
| Toyota Genuine 75W-85 Differential Gear Oil (1 qt) | OEM-spec front and rear differential fluid for Tacoma 4WD models | Check price on Amazon Compare 75W-85 differential fluid for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma on Amazon |
| Toyota Genuine Transfer Case Gear Oil LF 75W 08885-81080 (1 L) | OEM transfer case fluid for Tacoma 4WD - do not use conventional gear oil | Check price on Amazon Compare transfer case fluid for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma on Amazon |
| Toyota Super Long Life Coolant SLLC (1 gal) | Pink Toyota SLLC - do not mix with green conventional or Dex-Cool | Check price on Amazon Compare coolant for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma on Amazon |
| Denso Iridium Spark Plugs for Tacoma 3.5L V6 (set of 6) | 120,000-mile iridium plugs for 3rd gen 2GR-FKS V6 | Check price on Amazon |
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| Fastener | Torque | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Lug nut | 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) | 21mm |
| Oil drain plug | 30 ft-lbs (40 Nm) | 14mm |
| Spark plug | 13 ft-lbs (18 Nm) | 14mm |
The 2022 Toyota Tacoma has 3 safety recalls on record with NHTSA, affecting the equipment, child seat, power train (as of 2026-07-09). Recall repairs are free at any dealer. Run the live check on this page. Get reminded before recalls and services.
Maintenance keeps these away, but when the dash does light up these are the codes this vehicle throws most often - each with what it means and what the repair actually costs.