2018 offroad read bumper issues

Just bought a new 2018 offroad 4x4 and noticed the space between the bed and rear bumper on drivers side has about a 2 inch gap while the same area on other side has about 1/2 inch gap. Is this normal or should I have the dealer look at it?

 

Pics.

 

Not normal but pics would help.

 

Sounds like the bed may be misaligned

 

Passenger side vs drivers side

 

looks like a trip to the Stealership to me

 

Tow package? if so its normal due to install. The dealer will readjust it. I had the same issue.

 

It's a semi common problem. Results from possible bed misalignment and bumper misalignment. As another member suggested, take it to the dealership and they'll get it sorted out for you. It's a fairly easy fix of loosening the bed and bumper bolts and getting everything squared up.

Don't worry, it's not from an accident, just poor factory or dealership QC.

 

Mine is the same.
Left thumb in.
Right pinky in.

 

Yes I have the tow package. Have had the truck about a month and just noticed this yesterday. Maybe a dumb question but since the hitch is connected to the frame...this should not effect towing safety correct?

 

I fixed mine after my dealer said it couldn’t be adjusted. It can. Here is one of several threads about bumpers just like yours. Pretty easy fix yourself or if your dealer is more willing than mine.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/oem-rear-bumper-alignment.506232/

 

I say just get it corrected so dealer can document this ongoing issue. Don't tow til fix if is done imo. Liability issues.

 

Welcome to the forum, if you don't want to sit a the dealer for an hour get a T-55 Torx bit and a breaker bar, loosen the bed bolts, shove the bed around until the gap is even (or as even as possible), tighten the bolts and have a beer. On the off chance this method doesn't even out the gap then you have to adjust the bumper which is more involved.

 

Thanks everyone for the help and info. I made an appt at the dealer for tomorrow so will see what they say.

 

There have been numerous threads about this fixable issue. It has been addressed by many members and fixed by many dealerships.

 

Mine is the same, but opposite sides.

 

Driver side on my pro. GF noticed it when taking delivery. Things like this usually bother me but, I just kinda forgot about it. I figured, "Well, its a truck I guess"

On my M3 this wouldn't fly.

 

Very common. Dealer fixed it no problem.

 

almost every taco second & third gen. have that problem., my new 2 week old pro same, but my 2016 taco limited don't.

 

Its never straight. Mine curves to the left more....