The 2021 Toyota Tacoma has 111 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 23 part types and 29 brands, covering both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The drivetrain system on the 2021 Toyota Tacoma moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. The largest groups are Differential Rebuild Kit (19 parts), Drive Shaft (19 parts) and Universal Joint (11 parts). The other 20 part types cover the remaining 62 parts.
The 2021 Toyota Tacoma was sold with both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6. 88 parts fit every engine; the other 23 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
29 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, led by USA STANDARD GEAR (14 parts), DORMAN (12 parts) and MOTIVE GEAR (12 parts), plus 26 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Standard Kit and Master Kit.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma. 20 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCA103 (4WD Actuator) and SKF 18478 (Axle Shaft Seal). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
4WD Actuator
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TCA103 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 4WD | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 600488 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 4WD | View on Amazon |
| SKP Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | SK600488 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 4WD | View on Amazon |
| ULTRA-POWER Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 600488 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4WD/AWD | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 1S15513 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the actuators that engage four-wheel drive at the transfer case or axle. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same.
5 4WD Actuator parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from 5 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DORMAN, SKP and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCA103. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCA103, DORMAN 600488 and SKP SK600488 and the remaining parts above.
Axle Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 926139 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OE FIXLoaded Axle Assembly | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 926140 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OE FIXLoaded Axle Assembly | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle shafts.
2 Axle Shaft parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from DORMAN. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 926139 and DORMAN 926140.
Axle Shaft Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | BR4317 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle Shaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
This group shows a single part: SKF BR4317.
Axle Shaft Lock / Snap Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | R271 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle Shaft Lock / Snap rings.
This group shows a single part: SKF R271.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 18478 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
| SKF Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 18195A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 710596 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 1.850 in. Shaft Size2.720 in. Bore | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 225875 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearTacoma | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 710595 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
5 Axle Shaft Seal parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, from TIMKEN and SKF. SKF 18478 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Tacoma.
This group includes SKF 18478, SKF 18195A and TIMKEN 710596 and the remaining parts above.
CV Axle
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NCV69170XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Xtreme Duty CV AxleFor Extreme Operating Temperatures | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TN18033XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Xtreme Duty | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TO8168HDX | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Extreme Duty | View on Amazon |
Specialty - For Lifted Vehicles
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOP NOTCH Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TN18033XDP | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Extended Travel | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NCV69170 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Frontwith Standard Suspension | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TO8168 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| GKN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | GKND12168 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Fits Front Left4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TN18033 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Frontwith Standard Suspension | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TO86125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
9 CV Axle parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, from TOP NOTCH, TRAKMOTIVE, GSP and 1 other brand. GSP NCV69170 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Tacoma.
The Heavy Duty section lists 3 options from GSP, TOP NOTCH and TRAKMOTIVE — rated for severe service. GSP NCV69170XD is listed in this group.
The Specialty - For Lifted Vehicles section lists 1 option from TOP NOTCH — grouped under the catalog's "Specialty - For Lifted Vehicles" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. TOP NOTCH TN18033XDP is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section lists 5 options from TRAKMOTIVE, GSP, GKN and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. GSP NCV69170 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: GSP NCV69170, GSP NCV69170XD and TOP NOTCH TN18033XD, plus the other parts above.
CV Intermediate Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TO3513 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Intermediate shafts.
This group shows a single part: TRAKMOTIVE TO3513.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 1033133 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 1032958 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
BECK/ARNLEY supplies both parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Tacoma.
Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 1033133 and BECK/ARNLEY 1032958.
Differential Carrier Shim
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | SK47 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Differential Carrier Shim Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA12327 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Carrier Shim Kit | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Carrier shims.
2 Differential Carrier Shim parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from 2 brands — MOTIVE GEAR and USA STANDARD GEAR. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
Part numbers include MOTIVE GEAR SK47 and USA STANDARD GEAR USA12327.
Differential Crush Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 3139 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 3132 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearToyota 8" Clamshell | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA33627 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearToyota 8.75" | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA10970 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Solid Spacer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Crush sleeves.
4 Differential Crush Sleeve parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from 2 brands — MOTIVE GEAR and USA STANDARD GEAR. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
This group includes MOTIVE GEAR 3139, MOTIVE GEAR 3132 and USA STANDARD GEAR USA33627 and the remaining parts above.
Differential Pinion Bearing / Race
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA13102 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | KitIncludes Timken Pinion Bearings | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA11216 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Includes Timken Pinion Bearings | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races on the differential pinion.
2 Differential Pinion Bearing / Race parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from USA STANDARD GEAR. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
This group includes USA STANDARD GEAR USA13102 and USA STANDARD GEAR USA11216.
Differential Pinion Flange
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 697533 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearToyota 8" Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the flanges that connect the driveshaft to the differential pinion.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma — DORMAN 697533.
Differential Pinion Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 1177 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | SL260482 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | SL260525 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: 3.5L V6 | SL260536 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits RearManual trans. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Differential Pinion Seal parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, from TIMKEN and MOTIVE GEAR. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: MOTIVE GEAR 1177, TIMKEN SL260482 and TIMKEN SL260525, plus the other parts above.
Differential Pinion Shim
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 1109 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Pinion Shim Pack741 Housing | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Pinion shims.
One part is listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma — MOTIVE GEAR 1109.
Differential Rebuild Kit
Master Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK384AMK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | R11RTACFLMK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Master Bearing Kit Includes Koyo Tapered Bearings, Brush, Cover Gasket (or RTV), Crush Sleeve (or Preload Shim Pack), Marking Compound, Pinion Nut, Pinion Seal, Ring Gear Bolts, Shims | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK384MK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK383MK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK383AMK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| LUK Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | GDK383AMK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear8.2 In | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA10983 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Yukon Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA14229 | 🇺🇸 US | Yukon Master Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA14130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Yukon Master Kit | View on Amazon |
Standard Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK383 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA11215 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Minimum Differential Install Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK384 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK384A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| BCA Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | NBDRK383A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA11108 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Standard Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA11254 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Minimum Differential Install Kit | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA11214 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Toyota 8 Reverse Rotation Front Differential | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA11217 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| USA STANDARD GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | USA12495 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Master Overhaul Kit with Premium Shim Kit | View on Amazon |
This table covers kits that group the bearings, races and seals for a differential rebuild.
19 Differential Rebuild Kit parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from 4 brands — USA STANDARD GEAR, BCA, MOTIVE GEAR and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is BCA NBDRK384AMK. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
The Master Kit section lists 9 options from BCA, USA STANDARD GEAR, MOTIVE GEAR and 1 other brand — grouped under the catalog's "Master Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BCA NBDRK384AMK is listed in this group.
In the Standard Kit grade, USA STANDARD GEAR and BCA supply 10 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Standard Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BCA NBDRK383.
Differential Ring and Pinion
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RICHMOND Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TCIFSL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | EXCel | View on Amazon |
| RICHMOND Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TL8L29 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | EXCel | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TACIFSL | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TAC875 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearToyota 8.75" | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TAC8F | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TLL29 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | RearToyota 8" | View on Amazon |
This table covers the ring-and-pinion gear sets that set the axle ratio.
6 Differential Ring and Pinion parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, from MOTIVE GEAR and RICHMOND. RICHMOND TCIFSL carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Tacoma.
In the Economy grade, RICHMOND supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is RICHMOND TCIFSL.
The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from MOTIVE GEAR. MOTIVE GEAR TACIFSL is listed in this group.
Part numbers include RICHMOND TCIFSL, RICHMOND TL8L29 and MOTIVE GEAR TACIFSL, among others listed above.
Differential Ring Gear Bolt
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | RGB19 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Differential4WD | View on Amazon |
| MOTIVE GEAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TOY1308 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear DifferentialToyota 8" | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Ring Gear bolts.
MOTIVE GEAR supplies both parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Tacoma.
Part numbers include MOTIVE GEAR RGB19 and MOTIVE GEAR TOY1308.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular Fits: 2.7L L4 | 938259 | 🇺🇸 US | Length: 30.47" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 976638 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Length: 81.654" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Popular Fits: 3.5L V6 | 938746 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Length: 29.375" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Popular Fits: 3.5L V6 | 976771 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Length: 67.362" | View on Amazon |
| ULTRA-POWER Popular Fits: 3.5L V6 | 938746 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 29.375" Long | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 3.5L V6 | 655045 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | FrontManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 3.5L V6 | 655053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 3.5L V6 | 938260 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Length: 28.3" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 3.5L V6 | 986675 | 🇺🇸 US | Length: 95" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 3.5L V6 | 986674 | 🇺🇸 US | Length: 81.75" | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.7L L4 | PS901632 | 🇺🇸 US | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 2.7L L4 | TN6920PS | 🇺🇸 US | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.5L V6 | TN6912PS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.5L V6 | TN6915PS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Rear4WD | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.5L V6 | TN6916PS | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | RearRWD | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.5L V6 | TOP423 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Fits: 2.7L L4 | WDS38259 | 🇺🇸 US | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Fits: 2.7L L4 | WDS76638 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear4WD | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS Fits: 3.5L V6 | WDS38260 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
19 Drive Shaft parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from 7 brands — DORMAN, TOP NOTCH, WJB / INMOTION PARTS and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 938259. 1 part fits every engine; the other 18 are engine-specific.
Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | A60138 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | MRC Driveline | View on Amazon |
| SKP Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | SKM6138 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Center | View on Amazon |
| WESTAR Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | DS6562 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Bearings I.D. = 1.257" (32mm) | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANCHOR Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 6138 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Centerwith 32mm Inside Diameter Bearing(s) | View on Amazon |
| PIONEER Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 646138 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Center1.257" Bearing I.D. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Drive Shaft Center Support bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
5 Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from 5 brands — DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, SKP, WESTAR and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ANCHOR 6138. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
The Economy section: 3 options from DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, SKP and WESTAR. DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A60138 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from ANCHOR and PIONEER. A representative part number is ANCHOR 6138.
Listed part numbers: ANCHOR 6138, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A60138 and SKP SKM6138, plus the other parts above.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEMITSU Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 30305024750 | 🇺🇸 US | 75W90 Racing Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 892683 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Syngard Heavy Duty Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil208 L | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 892802 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Syngard Heavy Duty Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil15.8 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 915052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 915053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
5 Gear Oil parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, from VALVOLINE and IDEMITSU. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Tacoma.
Listed part numbers: IDEMITSU 30305024750, VALVOLINE 892683 and VALVOLINE 892802, plus the other parts above.
Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 17300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Transfer Case Input Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: SKF 17300.
Transfer Case Motor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 600423 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 4WD | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TCM118 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Finish: Plastic, Metal | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | TC1038 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | 4WD | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Transfer Case motors. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
3 Transfer Case Motor parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma come from 3 brands — DORMAN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WAI GLOBAL. Every part fits both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6.
This group includes DORMAN 600423, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TCM118 and WAI GLOBAL TC1038.
Universal Joint
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOOG Popular Fits: 3.5L V6 | 231 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Super StrengthNon-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 45U0109 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Greasable Super Strength | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 45U0123 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Non-Greasable Super Strength | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: 3.5L V6 | 232 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Super StrengthGreasable | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: 3.5L V6 | 487 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Super StrengthGreasable | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 45U0103 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold | View on Amazon |
| GMB Popular Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 2100213 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | GreasableGrease Fitting in Cross | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Popular Fits: 3.5L V6 | 331 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Greasable | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 45U0106 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GoldGreasable | View on Amazon |
| GMB Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 2180153 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | GreasableGrease Fitting in Bearing Cap | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: all 2021 Tacoma engines | 380 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Greasable | View on Amazon |
This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft.
11 Universal Joint parts are listed for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma, from MOOG, ACDELCO and GMB. MOOG 231 carries the "Popular" badge. 7 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.
The Heavy Duty section: 5 options from MOOG and ACDELCO. MOOG 231 is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from ACDELCO, GMB and MOOG. ACDELCO 45U0103 is listed in this group.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2021 Toyota Tacoma
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Some drivetrain parts fit every engine; others are engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Differential Rebuild Kit and Drive Shaft .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
Our catalog currently lists 111 drivetrain parts for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma across 23 subcategories and 29 brands, covering both the 2.7L L4 and the 3.5L V6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2021 Toyota Tacoma engines?
Some do. 88 parts fit every engine; the other 23 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2021 Toyota Tacoma was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2021 Toyota Tacoma?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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