Toyota Tacoma Block Heater Guide
1996–2026
Find the part for your engine
Check the engine size on your vehicle documents or under-hood label. Choose it explicitly even when only one option appears.
Already have a factory heater? A missing power cord may be all you need. Match the connector before ordering.
View the full engine and installation tablePTI’s kit sheet names a 2024 Tacoma 2.4L application and a 2016–2023 Tacoma 2.7L application. Use the reviewed rows below; this evidence does not establish every Tacoma engine or later model year.
What the manufacturer sources establish
Sources checked . Only engine rows with an individual application review have reviewed fitment; other rows remain unconfirmed.
The manufacturer lists heater 3100154 and replacement cord 3600150 for those applications. The sheet rates the cartridge kit at 202 W; do not assume a generic 400 W element or extend the 2024 listing into 2025–2026.
PTI LIT0271P — engine block heater kits (2024) ↗An existing Toyota accessory kit may differ from this aftermarket kit. Check its label, connector and VIN recall status before selecting a cord.
Toyota Canada — recall lookup ↗
Factory availability
Confirm equipment using the VIN, original build record or accessory invoice. Model name and Canadian registration do not establish that a heater is installed.
Heater type and fitment limits
202 W cartridge kit for the specifically reviewed applications
Typical wattage: Read the installed heater label; wattage varies by kit
Cord location
Routing depends on the installed kit. Follow its installation instructions or have the installer identify the cord; a grille-side cable alone does not identify the heater.
Toyota Tacoma engines & block heater part numbers
Engine list built from Natural Resources Canada model-year data. Part numbers are catalog candidates unless a source review is shown for that application. Confirm the exact engine code, model year and installation port before ordering; an Amazon listing match does not confirm vehicle fitment.
| Engine | Years | Zerostart kit | Cord | Kat's heater | Install location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 1996–2004 | — | — | 11813Catalog candidate — confirm exact engine code and model year.+ cord 28813 | — |
| 2.4L 4-cyl Manufacturer-listed application PTI lists this engine/year application with kit 3100154 and replacement cord 3600150. Confirm the installed engine and cartridge mounting. This does not establish 2025–2026 fitment. | 2024–2024 | 3100154202 W(Cartridge bore) | 3600150 | — | LR |
| 2.4L 4-cyl The manufacturer sheet lists this application only through 2024. No heater is independently confirmed here for 2025–2026; ask the manufacturer or dealer to verify the exact engine. Manufacturer source | 2025–2026 | No aftermarket listing — use the genuine Toyota dealer kit | |||
| 2.7L 4-cyl | 1996–2015 | — | — | 11481Catalog candidate — confirm exact engine code and model year.+ cord 28400 | — |
| 2.7L 4-cyl Manufacturer-listed application PTI lists this engine/year application with kit 3100154 and replacement cord 3600150. Confirm the installed engine and cartridge mounting. This does not establish 2025–2026 fitment. | 2016–2020 | 3100154202 W(Cartridge bore) | 3600150 | 11481Catalog candidate — confirm exact engine code and model year.+ cord 28400 | LR |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 1996–2004 | — | — | 11482Catalog candidate — confirm exact engine code and model year.400 W+ cord 28400 | — |
| 4L 6-cyl | 2005–2015 | — | — | 11813Catalog candidate — confirm exact engine code and model year.+ cord 28813 | — |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 2016–2023 | — | — | 11813Catalog candidate — confirm exact engine code and model year.+ cord 28813 | — |
Reading the numbers: Zerostart 31/35- is the heater kit, 36- the detachable cordset ("lit" glows when the outlet is live). Kat's 11xxx is an element, 28xxx a cordset, 24xxx a pad. Location codes are the manufacturer's (LF = left front of block).
Find the heater or replacement cord
Match the exact part, engine and connector before buying. Search links are discovery links, not confirmed fits.
Amazon buying options
Kat's 11813 cartridge heater
Catalog starting point: confirm exact engine code, year and installation with the manufacturer.
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Part reference
Zerostart 3100154
Catalog starting point: confirm exact engine code, year and installation with the manufacturer.
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Part reference
Zerostart 3600150
Legacy fitment associations are not independently verified vehicle-specific purchase recommendations.
Cord / harness only — no heating element.
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Part reference
Kat's 11481
Catalog starting point: confirm exact engine code, year and installation with the manufacturer.
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Kat's 11482
Catalog starting point: confirm exact engine code, year and installation with the manufacturer.
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Calculate the cost of your installed heater
Use the wattage printed on your heater and your electricity rate. A 400 W example uses 0.8 kWh over two hours; this is not a verified wattage or fuel-saving estimate for every Tacoma.
Open the block heater cost calculator →Block heater recalls on the Toyota Tacoma
Transport Canada has recorded 2 recalls on the Tacoma that involve the block heater or its cord. Check your VIN before you buy parts — if your vehicle is affected, the repair is free.
Issue: This recall is for certain block heater kits installed on certain vehicles or sold as accessories at Toyota or Lexus dealerships. On certain vehicles, the engine block heater cable may not have enough heat protection and could be damaged by high temperatures. If this happens, the cable could short circuit while plugged in, and cause the wiring to overheat or melt. Note: This recall only affects the following block heater/cord part numbers: C014003034 PK5A408J09 PU14000904 C014003151 PK5A408J13 PU14000905 C014000885 PK5A489J11 PU14000907 C014000888 PK5A489J22 PU14000909 C014000907 PK5A410H00 PU14000911 C014100904 PU14000900 PU14000913 C014100907 PU14000901 PU14003571 C014100911 PU14000902 PK5A489J14 PK5A408J05 PU14000903 Safety Risk: Engine block heater wiring that overheats or melts could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Toyota recommends that you should stop using the engine block heater immediately. Toyota will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to disable the engine block heater. For some vehicles, the corrective actions for this recall are under development. For others, a new engine block heater cannot be installed, and the owner will receive a refund of the purchase price of the engine block heater.
On certain vehicles, the electrical power cords of some dealer installed block heaters may have been improperly manufactured, causing the wires to contact each other, resulting in a short circuit. A short circuit could lead to a fire which would increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: For vehicles where the subject block heater was approved for installation, the dealer will replace the block heater assembly with a new one of an improved design. For vehicles where the subject block heater was not approved for installation, dealers will remove the block heater assembly. In the interim, until the remedy can be performed, dealers will cut the plug end from the block heater cord to disable the block heater's operation.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database. Look up your VIN in the official recall search — this list is filtered to block-heater and cold-weather items and is not the vehicle's full recall history.
Canadian buyer checklist
Three checks before spending money
1. Check for a cord
Routing depends on the installed kit. Follow its installation instructions or have the installer identify the cord; a grille-side cable alone does not identify the heater.
2. Match the engine
Confirm displacement, fuel and model year against the table. OEM accessory numbers can vary by VIN and market.
3. Check recalls
Search the VIN in the Transport Canada database before using an unfamiliar factory heater or cord.
No exact-fit listing? Use the three-question heater selector for a safe fallback.
Where to look for the Toyota Tacoma block heater cord
Routing depends on the installed kit. Follow its installation instructions or have the installer identify the cord; a grille-side cable alone does not identify the heater. Use a flashlight from above and through the lower grille, then check behind the bumper cover without pulling on an unidentified wire. A factory cord may be capped and clipped or zip-tied out of sight.
Found damage? Use the cord identifier before choosing between a plug-end repair and a complete cordset.
Surface heaters: check mounting compatibility
A surface heater needs a compatible mounting material, enough clearance and a location approved by its manufacturer. These products are alternatives to investigate, not confirmed applications for every engine on this page.
Amazon buying options
Zerostart 3400017 magnetic heater, 200 W
A magnetic surface heater from Zerostart. Grips any flat steel surface — oil pan, transmission pan, small-engine sump. CSA certified.
Match the surface material, size and manufacturer limits. This is not vehicle-specific fitment.
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Part reference
Digital multimeter with resistance and continuity
The definitive block-heater test tool. Any meter with an ohms range and audible continuity can isolate a dead cord from a failed element.
Confirm the exact specification and application in the listing before ordering.
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First: check whether you already have one
Check the build record or accessory invoice and identify any installed heater before buying parts. If a cord is present, test it — a dead element and a dead cord look identical from the outside.
If you need one installed
Ask for a quote that identifies the exact kit, included cord and labour for your engine. See our installation guide for questions to ask before booking.
FAQ
Does the Toyota Tacoma come with a block heater?
Confirm equipment using the VIN, original build record or accessory invoice. Model name and Canadian registration do not establish that a heater is installed.
What block heater fits a Toyota Tacoma?
PTI’s kit sheet names a 2024 Tacoma 2.4L application and a 2016–2023 Tacoma 2.7L application. Use the reviewed rows below; this evidence does not establish every Tacoma engine or later model year.
What is the block heater part number for a Toyota Tacoma?
2024–2024 2.4L 4-cyl: Zerostart 3100154 with cord 3600150; 2016–2020 2.7L 4-cyl: Zerostart 3100154 with cord 3600150 Other table entries are unconfirmed catalog candidates. Check the linked application source and exact engine code before ordering.
Where is the block heater cord on a Toyota Tacoma?
Routing depends on the installed kit. Follow its installation instructions or have the installer identify the cord; a grille-side cable alone does not identify the heater.
How much does it cost to plug in a Toyota Tacoma?
Use the wattage on the installed heater label: watts ÷ 1,000 × hours plugged in × your electricity rate per kWh. For example, a 400 W heater running for two hours uses 0.8 kWh. This example is not a confirmed wattage for your vehicle.
Is there a block heater recall on the Toyota Tacoma?
Yes. Transport Canada has 2 recalls on file for the Tacoma involving the block heater or its cord — starting with recall 2021723. Check your VIN in Transport Canada's recall database before buying parts; if your vehicle is affected the repair is free.
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