2009 Toyota Tacoma: hesitation when accelerating

Filed Sep 17, 2014 · Lights · 12,000 miles · AR

At appx. 24,000 miles, I noticed that my 'daytime' running lights were cloudy and that both lenses were cracked. I neglected to take it in for this, since I was more concerned about the engine hesitating on acceleration. When I finally remembered to tell/show them, they weren't concerned, because the warranty was out. They did offer to split it with me. My cost would have been $492.00. Screw'em... This is clearly a factory defect. Especially with as many of the same complaints I have found for this. You'd think the dot would do something.

Filed Mar 31, 2010 · Brakes, Fuel system · 2,000 miles · OH

My concern involves the vacuum braking system on my 2009 toyota tacoma double cab. The brakes are very inconsistent and at times the RPM's increase while braking. Sometimes they are very 'sticky' and more often it takes considerable force on the brake pedal to stop. I've informed kerry toyota of florence, ky of my concerns multiple times with no resolution. This is an on-going problem that has not gotten better with time. Also, I've had several issues regarding hesitation when pressing on the accelerator. It was taken in to the dealer and I was told nothing was wrong.

Filed Feb 5, 2010 · Transmission · 100 miles · TX

I purchased a new toyota tacoma sr5 pickup 8/27/09. Immediately I noticed a problem when I slowed down at speed bumps and to turn corners and then started to accelerate. The vehicle would hesitate then surge forward. I can stop the hesitation somewhat by very lightly pressing the accelerator after I slow down and then slowly accelerating. If I forget to very lightly accelerate, the vehicle will surge forward following the hesitation. One time this surge as I turned a corner almost took me into oncoming traffic. I attempted to resolve the issue with service representatives locally who told me the transmission was operating normally. I filed a complaint with toyota, was given a case number and was told by their complaint center that it was toyota's position that the transmission is operating normally. I feel that this tendency, which has been documented by numerous other owners at online sites such as edmunds.com, is a safety hazard that should be remedied in a recall. This situation occurs every time the vehicle is driven and requires very careful concentration to avoid a sudden and potentially unsafe surge in speed. Nothing has been done to correct this issue and no response other than to deny my complaint has been taken.

Filed Oct 16, 2009 · Transmission · 1,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The transmission hesitates when attempting to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a technician concluded that the computer software failed. He then added that there was not an updated version of the software. He called the manufacturer on 10/16/09 and was told that he would receive a response within one business day. The current mileage was approximately 4,100. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.

Filed Oct 1, 2009 · Transmission · 1,000 miles · 00

I purchased a 2009 tacoma double cab sr5 4x4 auto in june of 2009. It now has 9000kms. Ever since new I have noticed that the transmission shifts strangely and somewhat unpredictably. When I am driving at approx 18km/h and press the accelerator (to accelerate or continue same speed) the truck usually drops into 1st gear and stays there for a few seconds before going back into second gear. This causes a "lurching" as it should not be jumping to 1st. It is very noticeable and I have driven many, many automatics, including toyotas, and they do not do this. I had a 2001 tacoma before purchasing this new one and it did not do this. Also, when you shift the truck from neutral to drive, and immediately press the gas, it is almost like the truck hesitates, then lurches forward violently. Sometimes causing wheelspin. It seems like when shifting to drive there is no power for about 3 seconds then it suddenly hits. These problems are dangerous as they cause the vehicle to lurch forward when in traffic this is not safe.

Filed Sep 29, 2009 · Transmission · 136 miles · NY

2009 tacoma, 5 spd. Auto transmission. Since the first day of owning this car (now at 2400 miles) the transmission does not respond when you accelerate after slowing probably between 1st and 2nd gear (10-15mph). The tach will go up but the transmission fails to engage and you just end up coasting into a turn or merging into traffic. This has occurred since I purchased the vehicle. Took it to the dealer and they said nothing was wrong. This poses a dangerous condition due to the hesitation and should not be an acceptable condition.

Filed Sep 24, 2009 · Transmission · 5,000 miles · 00

2009 toyota tacoma; be afraid, do not buy it as it has transmission troubles that toyota will not live up to. Toyota is ignoring the issue!!!! I pulled out from a stop when the transmission hesitated then caught just in time for me to get through the intersection. I thought for sure I was going to be t-boned. I took it to my dealer and have yet to hear anything back. I have this truck 6 months. I was so excited to finally own a high end toyota. Since toyota "had" such a good name. I have come to the conclusion there are no good vehicles out there to buy........ Http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0de869 here are more complaints from others that have been ripped off by toyota. Something has to be done before there is a serious accident or a death due to the transmission failure.

Filed Sep 1, 2009 · Transmission · 11,000 miles · TX

I drive a 2009 toyota tacoma. The transmission hesitates/sticks when the driver accelerates after de-accelerating. This occurs when the truck slows to a speed below 15-20 MPH, especially when turning a corner or yielding. The driver is pushing the accelerator, trying to get out of harms way of other traffic and the transmission is sticking and revving up; not wanting to kick in and go. Toyota claims this is normal. This is not normal - it is a safety hazard.