1993 Toyota Pickup: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 59 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is structure (20% of complaints); the 1991 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2009
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota truck (n/a). The contact stated that while driving and making turns, an abnormal knocking noise was heard coming from underneath the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the steering wheel would shake when making turns. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering linkage rod relay needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.”Owner report · Steering · Oct 2018
“My name is [xxx] I bought a truck from an individual he name is [xxx] my son has had wreck in it the insurance company is doing a claim can not get that processed till we get the VIN number straight the VIN number on the title does not match the VIN number on the truck the VIN number on the title [xxx] it is showing that it is a 94 toyota the VIN number on the truck [xxx] it is showing that it is a 93 toyota so what do I do I need somebody to contact me as soon as possible pls I purchased the truck 12 07 2015. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2016
“When painting the truck we found that the frame was actually split and rotted through from under the cab to the back. I tried welding in a plate to keep it from breaking but it seems like all bed mounts and frame are rotting very rapidly. I cannot drive it due to the frame and toyota claims the recall is over.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Feb 2016
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“The frame is completely rusted through. Corrosion is throughout the frame and the frame near the rear leaf spring mount has a 7 inch by 1 inch hole from rust which joins with a crack in the frame between the first hole and a second rust hole. Rust and corrosion is throughout the frame and suspension parts. I've never seen any frame this bad. Springs, a-arms, and all manner of suspension and body parts are corroded badly.”Owner report · Steering · Dec 2015
“Turn the wheel on my 1993 4x4started to back up heard a pop an lost my 4 wheel drive. So got out to look an the front frame broke, an my cv shaft pulled apart. I only have 164,635 miles wow come on toyota that's crazy. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Jan 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while driving, a clunking sound would come from under the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed there was massive rust on the frame. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 191,000 and the current mileage was 195,000.”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2014
“I was removing the gas tank due to a fuel leak and found that the frame had rusted heavily and entire sections of the frame box wall were gone. Toyota had a voluntary buyback program for 1995-2004 pickup trucks due to extreme frame rusting. I have never seen frame rust this bad. Toyota should be encouraged to extend the buyback program to 1993 models or recall the vehicles and repair them. Pictures are available. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Nov 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 1993 toyota pickup. The contact stated that the vehicle would jerk sporadically and pull abnormally when applying the brakes. There was also rusting on the frame of the vehicle and the exterior head lights were abnormally dim. The dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 176,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 2011
“Tl*the contact owns a 1993 toyota pickup. The contact stated the spring shackle that was welded to the rear frame of the vehicle, was covered with rust. The contact stated the spring shackle well also detached and it allowed the springs to hang. The contact stated the spring was dangling next to the fuel tank. The contact was concerned that the frame would completely break in half. The failure mileage and current mileages were 204,000. Updated 5/24/11 *cn updated 1/24/2012 *ln *tr”Owner report · Structure · May 2011
“I'm 4th owner of this truck, knowing the previous 3 owners. Body of truck is in good shape for this year of truck. However, the frame, on right side next to gas tank is 80 % rusted through, with holes all over it. The underside of truck looks like a 50 yr old truck with a bar from the left side to right side of frame behind motor about 90% rusted through.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2011
When filing, owners marked a crash in 6 of these complaints and injuries in 3 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
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Is the 1993 Toyota Pickup reliable?
NHTSA has 59 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 1993 Toyota Pickup. The most complained-about area is structure (20% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1993 Toyota Pickup problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 152,901 miles or less.
Does the 1993 Toyota Pickup have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.