1997 TOYOTA T100 PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Steering System:

  • Center link of the steering wheel broke while driving, causing loss of steering control
    
  • Tie rod broke, causing loss of steering control
    
  • Rack and pinion arm broke, causing loss of steering control
    
  • Steering drag link broke, causing loss of steering control
    
  • Steering tie rod severed
    
  • Steering tie rod broken
    
  • Steering linkage rod failure
    

• 2. Frame Rust:

  • Frame is rusting out and will not pass inspection
    
  • Frame rust rot, frame rusted through
    
  • Severe rust corrosion on the frame
    
  • Rusting frame bumper, fuel lines, and brake lines
    
  • Excessive frame rust indicated, frame rust through, holes through the frame
    
  • Frame deteriorated due to rust, frame corrosion
    
  • Frame corrosion led to a fractured bumper
    
  • Significant frame corrosion, rust caused holes through the frame
    
  • Frame corroded, rear bumper fractured
    
  • Middle portion of the frame rusted
    
  • Frame covered in rust and cracked
    
  • Sub-frame corroded
    
  • The frame is rusted and deteriorating, rear wheel wells and rocker panels corroded
    
  • Frame corroded and spread to the rear bumper, causing it to fracture
    
  • Sub frame corroded and spread to the rear bumper
    
  • Frame rusted through at the front crossmember
    
  • Frame rusted with holes and thin walls
    

• 3. Brakes:

  • Brakes failed
    
  • Clutch pedal bracket cracked, causing clutch failure
    
  • Clutch pedal became inoperative due to a cracked bracket
    
  • Rear brakes lock up when accelerating, full force braking when stopping needed
    
  • Multi cable and gear problems with the speedometer
    
  • Master brake cylinder and brake hose issues
    
  • Rear lap belt loosens during use
    
  • Rear brake lines rusted, rear lap belt looses during use
    
  • Universal joint failure
    
  • Vacuum system failure, resulting in valve replacements
    
  • Front wheel brake hoses replaced, master cylinder and single master cylinders for all four wheels problems
    

• 4. Safety Belts:

  • Seat belts fail to perform properly since purchase
    
  • Lap/shoulder seat belts will not retract, hang outside the truck door
    
  • Seat belts fail to retract and are constantly hanging outside the truck
    
  • Driver's seat belt lap portion causes bruising and pain
    
  • Rear seat belt to hold child seat keeps coming loose
    
  • Rear lap belt loosens when in use
    
  • Front seat belts will not retract, weaken as they fray
    
  • Driver's seatback broke while driving
    

• 5. Other Mechanical Issues:

  • Difficulty shifting into gear, clutch pedal bracket cracked
    
  • Vibration issues while driving
    
  • Cruise control accelerates when engaged
    
  • EGR valve and switch failure
    
  • Clutch bracket cracked, pedal would not disengage
    
  • Vacuum system failure
    
  • Weight sensor problem at the rear axle
    
  • Brake line corrosion, leakage
    
  • Difficulty shifting, clutch pedal bracket and firewall issues
    
  • Failure of vacuum system, requiring a new valve installation
    
  • Rear brake line leakage, unknown source
    
  • Rear seat belt to hold child seat keeps coming loose
    
  • Rear lap belt for child seat loosens during use
    

• 6. Other Issues:

  • Issues with seat belts and clutch bracket
    
  • Experiencing problems with vibration
    
  • Experiencing vibration at various speeds
    
  • Clutch pedal bracket and support issues
    
  • Speedometer bounces and fails
    
  • Fish fireball cracked, causing clutch failure
    
  • Clutch bracket or mounting surface on the firewall broke
    
  • Vehicle vibration and weight issues while driving
    
  • Transmission head gasket replacement due to worn parts
    
  • Weight of the car preventing smooth driving