1994 Toyota T100: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 18 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Sep 2005
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 1994 toyota t100. The contact stated that while in reverse, the front driver side tire suddenly disconnected from the frame. The contact was unable to steer the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local mechanic where the mechanic noticed extensive rust on the frame. The mechanic advised the contact that the vehicle was not repairable. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the frame rust and the manufacturer advised that there was nothing they could do to assist. The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 05/09/12*lj”Owner report · Structure · Jul 2011
“Toyota refuses to accept our complaint about our 1994 toyota t-100. Toyota refuses to acknowledge 05v389000 as a valid source for a complaint. Toyota states that there is no recall for our vehicle. We never received any notice from toyota of a recall. *tr”Owner report · Steering · Jan 2009
“Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle rode rough and at one point, overheated and blew a head gasket. The vehicle was taken to the nearest independent mechanic shop, who determined the head gasket was defective and caused severe engine damage. No repairs were made. The manufacturer was contacted, and determined that the recall on this issue had expired in 2004.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2006
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“Dt*: the contact stated while turning left at 5mph the vehicle is difficult to steer. Upon inspection the contact determined there is a crack in the steering relay rod. There is a NHTSA recall, # 05v389000, regarding the steering relay rod. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.”Owner report · Steering · Mar 2006
“I am having a problem with a defect with the clutch and assemble no longer being attached to the vehicle. I lost use when I was driving due to them no longer being attached at the welds and walls! This was not funny and dangerous. Not being able to shift and no longer able to start the truck. The pedal won't even touch the button to engage the truck to start. The pedal leads to the assembly inside the truck that is not attached any longer.”Owner report · Power Train · Feb 2003
“Tire wall failed castastrophically entire wall let go. Did not hit anything, tire pressure maintained at 35 psi cheched undamaged tires after incident all at 35 psi with two different tire gauges. Took tire to dealer (sam's) tread remaining 6/32 or orginial 14/32. Dealer will refund on 33% of orginial cost but michenlin demands damaged tire be returned in? Concerned because I recommended these tires as replacements for my daughters 2000 ford explorer . Called michenlin and got no indication of any concern about the incident or desire to learn why tire failed.*ak”Owner report · Tires · Jun 2002
“When sitting in vehicle while it was in idle air bags deployed without any notice. Please provide more information.*ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2001
“Had parked & left vehicle. Return & started vehicle. The air bag light came on. After arriving home, air bag light was still on. Took vehicle to dealer & informed the sensors were gone & was not covered under warranty. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 1999
“Head gasket was replaced by dealer at no cost,but I also needed to repalce the timing belt according to the dealer. The drive train has a warranty for 60,000 miles,and I purchased an extended warranty for six years or 100,000 miles. You would think the timing belt should be replaced at no charge with a truck with such low mileage. My extra warranty was useless in this matter according to the dealer. If I didn't have it fixed they would say I didn't do proper maintance to the truck making my warranty void.I was in a catch 22 situation. Ifeel the dealer or toyota should refund my $185 for installing the timing belt.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 1998
“The vehicle was recalled due to faulty head gaskets, had them replaced by dealer in 1998 and at that time the dealer stated toyota knew there was a problem with engine. The head gasket has again "blown" and I had to pay for this second repair from my own pocket. I want to know why toyota, knowing the problem with the engine, won't repair it a second time...or if they will reimburse me the money I had to put out (1,300 dollars) for repairs and car rental.*ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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.
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Is the 1994 Toyota T100 reliable?
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1994 Toyota T100. The most complained-about area is power train.
Does the 1994 Toyota T100 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has 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.