1995 Toyota T100 problems

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The Toyota T100 is a full-size pickup truck produced by Toyota between 1992 and 1998. It was developed strictly for the US (and Canadian) markets, where larger pickups have a sizable market share.

History

As Toyota firmly established itself in the North American compact pickup truck market in the 1980s through 1990s, the company offered a truck that was larger than the compact as an alternative to the traditional North American full-size pickup truck market. North American Toyota dealers had long been clamoring for a full-sized Toyota truck, especially in light of the high percentage of Toyota Pickup owners who moved on to domestic full-sized trucks. The T100 reflected a philosophy of designing products specifically for localized international markets, where traditional products sold and made in Japan wouldn't sell well. This approach is also demonstrated with the introduction of the mid-size Toyota Camry (XV10) which was larger than the compact Toyota Camry (V30) in 1991, and again in 1997 when the Toyota Sienna replaced the slow selling Toyota Previa.

Rumored for many years before, the 1993 Toyota T100 boasted a full-size (8 ft) pickup bed but retained the engine and suspension setup of its smaller and older sibling, the compact Toyota Truck. Although the T100 was a bit larger than the competitive mid-size Dodge Dakota, it was still markedly smaller than full-size American pickup trucks of the time. This meant that the T100 occupied its own niche in the truck market. Before introducing the T100, the company reflected on its history of commercial truck manufacture and products they offered in the past. Past products started with the Toyota G1, the Toyota FA, the Toyota BX, the Toyota Stout, the Toyota ToyoAce, and the Toyota Dyna, and its market successes with their Hino Division. Though economical, reliable, and practical, the T100 was slow to be accepted by traditional buyers of full-size competitors, while it was larger than both the Toyota Truck followed by the Toyota Tacoma compact trucks. Wary of the market pushback of competing directly with the Big Three, Toyota chose this somewhat smaller size (and limited lineup) so as not to risk blowback and import quotas. The T100 was designed and engineered for the North American market and was not sold in Japan.

Although sales were slow at the start, the T100 sales did reach into the mid 40,000 vehicles sold range (1996) in the United States. Sales of the Chevrolet C/K were roughly 700,000 per year, while sales of the Ford F-Series surged from 550,000 to nearly 850,000 and Dodge from 100,000 to 400,000 with the introduction of the new Dodge Ram in 1993. Sales of the T100 fell approximately 30 percent when the new Ram went on the market in October 1993, 11 months after the T100's launch in November 1992.

1995 Toyota T100

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Common 1995 Toyota T100 problems

Based on the complaints from owners of the 1995 Toyota T100 Xtracab, several common problems have been identified:

  • Transmission Service: Owners have highlighted the importance of servicing the 5-speed transmission. Some have experienced transmission failure around 180k miles, with issues like being locked into 5th gear. Repairing or replacing the transmission can be a costly endeavor, with some reporting spending $2000 without fully resolving the problem.
  • Front Brakes: There have been complaints about the front brake pads wearing quickly. While some attribute this to using cheaper parts, others have noted a frequent need for brake pad replacements. This issue may require regular maintenance to ensure optimal brake performance and safety.
  • Starter: Owners have reported issues with the starter, including instances where the starter continues to run after the engine has started, leading to smoking cables. In some cases, this issue has necessitated the replacement of the starter to prevent further damage or safety hazards.

These common problems with the 1995 Toyota T100 Xtracab highlight areas where owners have experienced issues and needed maintenance or repairs. Addressing these problems promptly and ensuring regular maintenance can help mitigate potential risks and maintain the vehicle's performance and safety.

1995 Toyota T100 engine

How reliable is the T100?

MOST RELIABLE VEHICLE I'VE EVER OWNED

I drove it for 20 1/2 years. We never put more than $4,000 in it including oil changes. My granddaughter has been driving it for 2 years. The integrity of the body is AMAZING.

Why did the Toyota T100 fail?

But, in typical Toyota fashion, the company decided that truck buyers didn't need a V-8 or massive bulk. So the Japanese automaker combined a full-size eight-foot bed with a smaller cab and V-6 engine to achieve better fuel economy. American truck buyers of the 1990s weren't having it. The T100 was shunned.

How many miles will a Toyota T100 last?

The 3.4L is a good motor but you must do preventive maintenance on valve cover gaskets and timing belt. These motors will easily get 250K+ miles if this is done.

Why did Toyota stop making the T100?

In theory, a full-size pickup truck from Toyota in the early-1990s sounded like a recipe for success. However, in practice the T100 was a commercial failure, never selling more than 40,000 units in a single year when some Big Three competitors were selling upwards of 700,000.

Why did the Toyota T100 fail?

But, in typical Toyota fashion, the company decided that truck buyers didn't need a V-8 or massive bulk. So the Japanese automaker combined a full-size eight-foot bed with a smaller cab and V-6 engine to achieve better fuel economy. American truck buyers of the 1990s weren't having it. The T100 was shunned.

Is the Toyota T100 reliable?

T100 has super reliablilty, gas mileage & comfort

Reliable, easy to do routine maintenance like oil and filter changes. We always get compliments on it. It is 350k miles and still going strong after nearly 24 years.

Why did Toyota stop making the T100?

In theory, a full-size pickup truck from Toyota in the early-1990s sounded like a recipe for success. However, in practice the T100 was a commercial failure, never selling more than 40,000 units in a single year when some Big Three competitors were selling upwards of 700,000.

What is the fuel capacity of a Toyota T100?

Mechanical

121.8" wheelbaseStandard
24.0 gallon fuel tankStandard
Pwr-assisted ventilated front disc/rear drum brakes w/rear load-sensing proportioning valveStandard
Dual cupholdersStandard
Rear-wheel driveStandard

1995 Toyota T100 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Toyota T100 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Power train problems
  • Air bags problems
  • Suspension problems
  • Service brakes problems
  • Fuel system problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Toyota T100 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 1995 Toyota T100

The NHTSA has received 90 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Toyota T100. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Toyota T100 vehicles.

2021-12-10

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-12-10
  • VIN: JT4VD22F9S0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: Within about 30 seconds of pulling out of my driveway on a dead end street, and thus driving very slowly, the driver's side airbag suddenly exploded. Thankfully there was no one else on the road and I wasn't going at a high speed. The airbag hit me in the face, knocking off my glasses and producing terrible smell and smoke. My left cheek is bruised. The horn went off continually until I was able to turn off the road into another driveway and turn off the engine. There was no warning, no impact, no braking until it exploded.
2018-08-07

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-08-07
  • VIN: JT4VD22F6S0
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: A-ARM SUSPENSION IS VERY RUSTY WITH HOLES RUSTED THROUGH LOWER A-ARMS. HAVE BEEN TOLD BY MECHANICS THAT IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE WITHOUT REPLACEMENT. THIS HAS TAKEN PLACE OVER TIME. NO BREAKAGE AT THIS TIME.
2017-10-28

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-07-22
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • VIN: JT4UD10D3S0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: I GOT INTO MY VEHICLE AND TURNED THE KEY. THE AIRBAG EXPLODED IN MY FACE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND COMPLETELY STILL. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS ON AND IT WAS NOT IN GEAR. THE IMPACT OF THE EXPLOSION CAUSED MILD INJURIES. I TRIED TO WORK WITH TOYOTA ON THIS PROBLEM BUT THEY WERE UNHELPFUL. I CUT THE AIRBAG OFF AND HAVE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE HORN WILL NOT WORK AND OF COURSE I HAVE NO AIRBAG PROTECTION. THE VEHICLE HAD NEVER BEEN IN A WRECK AT THE TIME THAT THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. I HAVE RECORDS OF MY INTERACTION WITH TOYOTA THAT WILL PROVE THAT. THE VEHICLE WAS IN A WRECK TWO YEARS AFTER THE AIRBAG EXPLODED. I STILL OWN AND DRIVE THE VEHICLE.
2017-10-09

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-10-09
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • VIN: JT4VD22F1S0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING UP THE ROAD MY DRIVER'S AIRBAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON. HAVE READ ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY OTHERS AND THAT HUMIDITY COULD AFFECT THE SENSORS ON THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. THIS WAS A HUMID DAY, I WAS DRIVING ON A NEWLY PAVED, SMOOTH TWO LANE ROAD AND HAD NOT STRUCK ANYTHING NOR HAD ANYTHING STRUCK ME. FORTUNATELY, I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AND SAFELY STOP IN SPITE OF THE CAB BEING FILLED WITH THE SMOKE FROM THE AIRBAG. I SUFFERED BURNS ON MY CHEST AND LEFT ARM AND BRUISING ON MY LEFT HAND AND ARM.
2017-06-02

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-06-01
  • VIN: JT4VD22F7S0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: JUNE 1, 2017, WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ABOUT 40 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, IN 5 O'CLOCK TRAFFIC, THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT REASON. I WAS NOT HURT AND THE INCIDENT DID NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. THE STEERING COLUMN SHROUD IS ORIGINAL, THE SHROUD CAME IN TWO COLORS, OAK AND MOON MIST. IT IS UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME WHAT HAPPENED BUT I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH AND FROM WHAT IT READS, THE AIRBAG SENSOR IS LOCATED NEXT TO THE ENGINE AND IS EXPOSED TO THE ELEMENTS WHICH CAUSED IT TO MALFUNCTION.
2017-05-04

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-04-18
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • VIN: JT4UD10D7S0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING DOWN A DIVIDED HIGHWAY, THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITH NO WARNING. LUCKILY, NO ONE WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED. THE DRIVER HAD CUTS AND BRUISES (SEE PHOTOS). WE IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE NEAREST TOYOTA DEALERSHIP IN MILLEDGEVILLE, GA. THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THAT THEY COULD DO. HE SAID THAT THE "TRUCK WAS OLD AND PROBABLY JUST GOT HOT". HE OFFERED TO GIVE ME A RAZOR KNIFE TO CUT THE AIRBAG OFF OF THE STEERING WHEEL. I FIND THIS RESPONSE APPALLING IN LIGHT OF THE FACT THAT IT WAS APPARENTLY A MANUFACTURERS DEFECT AND NOT THE RESULT OF ANYTHING THAT WE HAD DONE.
2016-11-18

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-11-18
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • VIN: JT4VD12E7S0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TAKATA RECALL AT APPROXIMATELY 5:45 PM ON 11/18/2016 AIRBAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 10 MPH AND COMPLETING A RIGHT TURN IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SE INDIAN STREET AND SE FEDERAL HWY IN STUART,FL. IT WAS LIKE A GUNSHOT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CAB FILLED WITH SMOKE AND RESIDUE AND BRUISED MY LEFT ARM THAT WAS HOLDING THE WHEEL
2016-07-13

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2015-01-05
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: JT4VD22E1S0
  • Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 TOYOTA T100. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT AND ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A LOUD CRACKING NOISE EMITTED FROM THE STEERING RELAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 232,000. ..UPDATED 06/12/17 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH DUE TO THE POWER STEERING AND STEERING RELAY FAILING. THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE HEAD, NECK AND BACK. *J'S
2016-07-06

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-06-27
  • VIN: JT4VD22E9S0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: THE DRIVERS AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING ON A SMOOTH FLAT CITY STREET / HIGHWAY, NO IMPACT OR ACCIDENT INVOLVED. AS A RESULT THE INJURIES SUSTAINED WERE BRUISES AND BURNS TO THE FOREARMS, FACE, CHEST, AND NECK.
2016-04-25

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-04-24
  • VIN: JT4VD12EXS0
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD,THE AIRBAG ON THE STEERING WHEEL EXPLODED. I WAS HIT MY CHEST AND ARM. THE NOISE WAS SO LOUD THAT ,I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET RID OF EAR RINGING. MY WIFE WAS ALSO IN THE VEHICLE AND THE SMOKE FROM EXPLOSION CAUSED HER THROAT TO BECOME RAW.
2014-07-24

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-07-07
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: HAVE HAD TO REPLACE LOWER ARM ON DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGERS SIDE NEEDS REPLACED ALSO. FRAME IS RUSTING OUT. EXCESSIVE RUST FOR THE YEAR. ADVISED BY MECHANIC THAT TRUCK IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. TRUCK IS BASICALLY ROTTING IN HALF. TOYOTA IS RECALLING OTHER TRUCKS DUE TO SAME PROBLEM WITH THE FRAMES BUT NOT THIS TRUCK. HAVE TALKED TO 2 TOYOTA DEALERS AND ADVISED THERE IS NOTHING TO BE DONE ON THESE TRUCKS IT ONLY THE ONES THAT HAVE BEEN RECALLED THE TACOMAS AND NOW THE SEQUOIAS. FOR THE SAME ISSUES. *TR
2014-06-23

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-06-23
  • VIN: JT4VD22E2S0
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 TOYOTA T100. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A CRACKING SOUND. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRAME UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 198,000.
2014-05-20

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-05-15
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING AND NO IMPACT. DRIVER WAS DRIVING DOWN 2 LANE ROAD GOING ROUGHLY 25 MPH. ROAD SURFACE WAS SMOOTH AND FLAT (NO POT HOLES). IT HAD JUST STARTED RAINING. NO OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD. AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT TO ANY OTHER OBJECT AND WITHOUT WARNING. DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HEAD, ARM, AND CHEST. *TR
2014-01-26

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2012-08-12
  • VIN: JT4VD12E5S0
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: THE MPH DOSEN'T WORK, THE AIR BAGS DO NOT RESPOND, THE AC AND HEAT DO NOT WORK, REAR BRAKES DO NOT RESPOND. *TR
2013-09-10

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2013-09-01
  • VIN: JT4VD22E5S0
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 TOYOTA T100. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHERE THE MECHANIC CONFIRMED THE FAILURE. THE MECHANIC THEN ADVISED THE CONTACT TO NOTIFY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
2012-06-18

SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2012-06-18
  • VIN: JT4VD22EXS0
  • Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: VEHICLE FUEL LINES HAD RUSTED AND LEAKED GASOLINE NECESSITATING REPLACEMENT APPROX 1 YEAR AGO. CURRENTLY, AS OF 06/18/2012, THERE IS "EXCESSIVE RUST FOR MILES AND AGE OF CAR" (ON ENTIRE FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS PER MECHANIC EXAM). THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS HAVE HOLES CAUSED BY RUST THAT COULD AFFECT CONTROL OF VEHICLE. THIS IS SIMILAR TO RECALL OF SAME VINTAGE TOYOTA TACOMA PICKUP TRUCKS. *TR
2012-01-06

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2011-01-06
  • VIN: JT4VD22F5S0
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 TOYOTA T100. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT FRAME AND SUSPENSION WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND THE MECHANIC NOTICED THE FAILURE. THE MECHANIC THEN ADVISED THE CONTACT TO NOTIFY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND INQUIRE ABOUT POSSIBLE RECALLS. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS OR WARRANTIES ADDRESSING THE FAILURE. THE DEALER ALSO STATED THAT ALL REPAIRS WOULD BE MADE AT THE OWNER'S EXPENSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 117,000.
2011-07-26

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2011-01-25
  • VIN: JT4VD22EXS0
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: FULL LINE RUSTED AND LEAKED GASOLINE OVER DRIVEWAY. REQUIRED REPLACEMENT OF FUEL LINES,BRACKETS,GASKETS AND FUEL TUBE. FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REMOVED . ENTIRE PROBLEM CAUSED BY RUST. DAMAGE DUE TO GAS LEAKAGE ON MACADAM DRIVEWAY. *TR
2010-05-27

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2010-03-12
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: GAS LEAKING FROM FUEL LINE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY, OUT SIDE OF THE GAS TANK. ALSO GAS TANK HAD A LEAK FROM VIBRATION OR RUBBING ON GAS TANK STRAPS. IT WILL STILL LEAK WHEN FILLED PAST A 1/2 TANK. TO FIX THE ABOVE FUEL LINE LEAK THE METAL LINES WERE CUT AND REPLACED WITH HIGH PRESSURE RUBBER FUEL HOSE. THE GAS TANK LEAK HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. *TR
2009-10-18

SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2004-05-07
  • Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: 1995 TOYOTA T100 4X4 SR5, FUEL LINE LEAK DO TO RUST WHERE ATTACH TO FRAME RAIL, RUST FRONT STABILIZER BAR BROKE AWAY FROM LOWER CONTROL ARM. *TR
2009-10-07

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2008-09-29
  • VIN: JT4VD22E4S0
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: 1995 TOYOTA T100 FRAME WAS ROTTED UNDERNEATH. IT WAS NOT REPORTED EVEN THOUGH IT WAS REGULARLY IN A TOYOTA DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE (JOSEPH TOYOTA OF CINCINNATI). AFTER BEING DISCOVERED, IT WAS DETERMINED BY A WELDER THAT THE UNSAFE DAMAGED PARTS COULD BE WELDED AND FIXED AND THAT THE RUST COULD BE REMOVED AND COMPLETELY RECOATED. THIS COST $1200.00. THE TOYOTA MAIN OFFICE WOULD NOT CONSIDER A BUY BACK OR ANY OTHER OPTION, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE SAME TIME AND PLACE AS THE FRAME ROT TACOMAS. *TR
2008-06-18

SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-02-14
  • VIN: JT4VD22EXS0
  • Components: SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: FRONT SEAT BELTS DON'T RETRACT. SHOULDER BELT WILL LOOSEN UP AND NOT STAY SNUG AGAINST YOUR BODY. IS THIS SAFE? IF I GET INTO AN ACCIDENT THERE IS ENOUGH SLACK TO WHERE I CAN HIT THE DASH. THE LAW SAYS I HAVE TO WEAR THEM. MY STATE INSPECTION SAYS THEY HAVE TO RETRACT. AND TOYOTA SAYS THEY CAN SELL ME TWO NEW ONES FOR OVER $300. *TR
2007-02-16

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2007-02-14
  • VIN: JT4VD22E2S0
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET METAL CRACKED; RESULTING IN CLUTCH NOT ABLE TO DISENGAGE FLYWHEEL TO SHIFT GEARS. *NM
2006-09-04

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-08-20
  • VIN: JT4VD22F7S0
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: GASOLINE ODOR FROM VEHICLE LAST TWO WEEKS. 1995 T100 4X4; 185K MILES. NOTICED GASOLINE POOLED UNDER VEHICLE BENEATH TANK. DAMAGED PAVED DRIVEWAY. DEALER QUOTED "COMMON PROBLEM WITH FUEL LINE CORROSION ABOVE TANK; NOT DEFECTIVE PART; NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR; STEEL LINE CORRODES; REPAIR IMMEDIATELY DUE TO FIRE HAZARD." VEHICLE AWAITING REPAIR; NOT BEING DRIVEN. *JB
2006-06-16

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-06-15
  • VIN: JT4VD22FXS0
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED A YEAR AGO THE STEERING RELAY ROD FRACTURED. IT WAS REPAIRED BEFORE A RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED. A RECALL LETTER WAS RECEIVED AND BECAUSE NO INVOICE IS AVAILABLE, THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOT REIMBURSE THE CONTACT. THE NHTSA RECALL # 05V389000 CONCERNING THE STEERING: RELAY: CONNECTING.

1995 Toyota T100 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1995 Toyota T100.

2005-09-06
  • Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Components: STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
  • Summary: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS REPEATEDLY TURNED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WHERE HIGH STEERING EFFORT AND POWER ASSIST ARE REQUIRED, FOR INSTANCE, WHEN FULLY TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, A FATIGUE CRACK MAY DEVELOP IN THE STEERING RELAY ROD.
  • Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE IS CONTINUED TO BE OPERATED IN THIS CONDITION, THE RELAY ROD MAY FRACTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Negative 1995 Toyota T100 car reviews

  1. Vladimir Schumm 2024-06-24

    Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with this amazing Toyota truck that I bought back in 2001 from a really nice guy in Costa Mesa, Ca. Even though it had 80,000 miles on it, I knew it was a Toyota and that it would last me a long time. And boy, was I right! Seven years later, the truck now has 185,000 miles on it and it's still going strong. The only part that I had to replace was a starter, which is pretty impressive if you ask me. Plus, it even has an automatic transmission! I've been really happy with the truck's mileage too. My commute to work involves a combination of highway and city driving, and when I did the math, I was averaging 18 miles per gallon without even babying the truck. Thanks for letting me share my story!

Positive 1995 Toyota T100 car reviews

  1. Noel Cummings 2025-01-02

    After all these years, it's still a joy to drive. It gets great gas mileage (5-speed, 2WD) and is just the perfect size. The cost of ownership is low and reliability is high. My SR5 came fully loaded. The 3.4L V6 is torquey and aggressive off the line. I've already logged 25MPG on a long haul. I find that Plus-grade fuel works best with this engine. It feels incredibly solid.

  2. Leonardo Satterfield 2024-11-25

    In 1996, I bought my 1995 Toyota T-100 and it has been one of the best trucks I have ever owned. Every time I go to the Blue Ridge Mountains, she is right there beside me like a faithful dog. This 2WD truck is very capable on the trails and has never left me stranded, whether I am fording the North Fork of the Tye River or scrambling up 45-degree trails on the Crabtree Falls Fire Road. I also own a 2002 F-350 4x4 4 door, but I truly believe that my Toyota is a true competitor. Despite what some people may think, the T-100 is a highly capable truck.

  3. Douglas Hettinger 2024-11-18

    I had a '95 T100 and it was a great truck! I owned it between 106,000 miles and 186,000. Now my brother drives it. I averaged 20 mpg in a full size 4x4. No major issues. Always started. Only issue I had was gas tank rusted away, but I replaced it with a used one and it's still going. No complaints here.

  4. Brad Beatty 2024-11-13

    Hey there! I just wanted to share with you that my truck has been running like a champ for over 250,000 miles without any major maintenance! I've only had to change the O2 sensors and one catalytic converter. I'm really excited to see how much further I can go and hoping to hit 150,000 more miles!

  5. Dusty Quitzon 2024-09-11

    I am confident that my Toyota has served me well, with its renowned longevity, dependability, and durability. Despite being involved in two accidents, the truck still runs excellently, although replacement parts and airbags can be costly.

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Q&A: Toyota T100 93 - Symptoms of Bad Igniter & Common Problems
Q&A: Toyota T100 93 - Symptoms of Bad Igniter & Common Problems
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Feb 9, 2007 ... I HAVE A 1993 TOYOTA T100 V6 3.0EFI THE PROBLEM IS IT WILL ONLY RUN FOR THREE TO FIVE MINUTES AND IT JUST SHUTS OFF.

1st gen, common problems? | Tacoma World
1st gen, common problems? | Tacoma World
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/1st-gen-common-problems.128456/

Dec 14, 2010 ... ... common problems or tsb's. ... Toyota 4Runner, T100, Tacoma, Tundra · $88.79 ... Dewhel Black 2x Aluminum Rear Window Latch Hinge Pivots For 95-04 ...

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T100 1996
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2

27

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T100 1997
Toyota

75

1

16

  • 5
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T100 1998
Toyota

26

1

27

  • 5
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toyota t100 1992 photo
T100 1992
Toyota

1

0

0

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toyota t100 1993 photo
T100 1993
Toyota

23

1

9

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T100 1994
Toyota

22

1

12

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