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2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma Skid Plates

Underbody protection built for the 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma. Start with the Complete Skid Plate Collection if you want the whole underside covered in one order, or build it up one plate at a time: front, transmission, transfer case, fuel tank, lower control arm, and rear shock.

On most trims the factory skid covers the front only. Everything behind it, the transmission, transfer case, and fuel tank, is exposed. These plates are designed and built by Cali Raised LED in Fort Worth, Texas, bolt to factory mounting points, and ship from our facility.

Where to start

  • Trail truck or overland build: the Complete Skid Plate Collection covers the full underside in one order

  • Mostly fire roads and the occasional rocky section: front plus transmission is the most common first pair

  • The fuel tank plate is the one owners most often wish they had added first; the tank hangs low on the 3rd gen

  • Check the year range on the transfer case plate; the 2016-2023 version is listed here

What Each Skid Plate Protects on a 3rd Gen Tacoma

Skid plates are the difference between a scrape you forget about and a tow off the trail. The 2016-2023 Tacoma has several low-hanging components behind the front crossmember, and the plates on this page are designed to cover each one with bolt-on steel that uses factory mounting points.

Plate by plate

  • Front skid: engine oil pan and front differential area, the first thing to contact a ledge
  • Transmission skid: the transmission pan directly behind the front plate
  • Transfer case skid: the transfer case, which sits low mid-frame on 4WD trucks
  • Fuel tank skid: the plastic tank on the driver side, one of the lowest points on the truck
  • Lower control arm skids: the front control arm mounts and cam bolts
  • Rear shock skids: the lower rear shock mounts behind the axle

Complete collection or build your own

The Complete Skid Plate Collection bundles the core plates into one order for owners who want the whole underside covered. If you already have partial coverage, buy the individual plates you are missing. The exact contents of the collection are listed on its product page.

Built for the 2016-2023 Tacoma only

The 2024+ Tacoma has a different frame and drivetrain layout. If you have a 4th gen truck, shop the 2024+ Tacoma Skid Plates collection instead.

Protect the rockers too:

Frequently Asked Questions

Which skid plates does a 2016-2023 Tacoma actually need?
It depends on where you drive. Front and transmission plates are the most common starting pair and cover the components that take the first hit. The transfer case and fuel tank plates matter as soon as you see rocks or ledges, because both hang low on the 3rd gen. The Complete Skid Plate Collection covers all of it in one order.
What is included in the Complete Skid Plate Collection?
The exact plates included are listed on the Complete Skid Plate Collection product page. Compare that list against the individual plates on this page if you already have some coverage and only need to fill gaps.
Do these skid plates bolt to factory mounting points?
Yes. Cali Raised LED skid plates for the 2016-2023 Tacoma are designed to use factory mounting points with the included hardware. Installation details and the hardware list are on each product page.
Will 2016-2023 Tacoma skid plates fit a 2024 Tacoma?
No. The 4th gen Tacoma has a different frame and drivetrain layout. Use the 2024+ Tacoma Skid Plates collection for 2024 and newer trucks.