1994 Toyota T100
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1994 Toyota T100. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Owner complaints
18 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
Vehicle would not start. Shift lever in first gear, clutch pedal fully depressed and clutch bypass switch engaged. Vehicle lurched forward approximately one foot while turning key nearly ramming into the side of another vehicle parked directly in front of disabled vehicle. Visual inspection of…
Vehicle would not start. Shift lever in first gear, clutch pedal fully depressed and clutch bypass switch engaged. Vehicle lurched forward approximately one foot while turning key nearly ramming into the side of another vehicle parked directly in front of disabled vehicle. Visual inspection of clutch pedal support assembly, toyota p/n 107-34010, revealed two metal fatigue cracks in the support, one approximately one and one half inches long and the other approximately one half an inch long in the heat zone of one spot welded area. The larger of these two cracks allows the firewall portion of the bracket to move in (flex) towards the firewall when the clutch pedal IS fully depressed preventing the clutch master cylinder push rod from fully disengaging the clutch. The clutch master cylinder push rod has been adjusted (lenghteded) as much as possible and additional adjustment will not fix the problem. A photograph of the cracked bracket IS available, if desired. Thank you! *tr
- Structure › Body · Structure › Frame and members
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…
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
- Steering · Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
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
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
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.
- Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
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.
- Power train › Clutch assembly
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.…
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.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the antifreeze IS leaking into the engine block and then IS been pass into the exhaust system which consumer thinks IS burning it and passing a white smoke that goes in to his house and giving him severe headaches. Dealer was contacted and…
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the antifreeze IS leaking into the engine block and then IS been pass into the exhaust system which consumer thinks IS burning it and passing a white smoke that goes in to his house and giving him severe headaches. Dealer was contacted and stated that will only give him a certain amount of money and not be responsible of anything else if there IS anything else wrong with the vehicle. ts
- Tires
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…
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
- Power train › Clutch assembly
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Seat belts › Front
Plastic retractor sticks out of door.*ak
- Air bags › Frontal
When sitting in vehicle while it was in idle air bags deployed without any notice. Please provide more information.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
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 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
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
After parking vehicle noticed lots of fule leaks. Dealer has been contacted. Dealer stated stated that fuel tank needed to be replaced. Please provide further information. *ak
- Air bags
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
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
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…
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.
- Structure › Body
Faded paint.
- Air bags › Frontal
No deployment of air bags. *Sd
- Power train › Axle assembly · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Brakes failed 8 times. *Sd
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Clutch pedal bracket/firewall
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10244113TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2023 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10207946POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Toyota.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
- 10197476Replacement vin plates.
- 10197473Product general information.
- 10188913TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10174891TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
- 10174890TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, T-SB-0144-08, and T-SB-0304-17. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- 10152205TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10145776Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
- 10145756Dealer Package: 09/24/2018 A watermark has been added to the Dealer Packet to indicate that V06 SSC expired on September 24, 2018. 3VZ?E Head Gasket Special Policy Adjustment. In October 1996, Toyota announced a Special Policy Adjustment that provided extended warranty coverage for the head gaskets of certain 1988?1994 Toyota Compact Pickup Truck, 4Runner, and T100 equipped with the 3VZ?E V6 engine. This Special Policy Adjustment extended the warranty coverage for the head gaskets to 8 years or 100,000 miles (whichever occurred first) or 12 months from the date of the owner notification letter. Commencing in Dec., 1997, Toyota will proceed with the Special Policy Adjustment Warranty Extension program by notifying the remaining owners of 1988, 1989 and early production (up to 12/89 production date) Toyota Compact Pick?up Truck and 4Runner equipped with 3VZ?E V6 engines who have not previously received any notification or have not received any head gasket repairs from a Toyota dealer since October 1, 1996. Since introducing this Special Policy Adjustment, Toyota has identified that the head gasket failure condition is primarily limited to a particular production period of the involved vehicles. As a result, for a specific group of the vehicles previously involved in the Special Policy Adjustment, Toyota is now changing the handling procedure to a Special Service Campaign. 3VZ?E Head Gasket Special Service Campaign (V06) With the introduction of the new Special Service Campaign(V06), owners of late production 1990, all 1991, 1992, 1993, and 1994 up to early production 1995 (1/90 to 10/94 production date) Toyota Compact Pick?up Truck, 4Runner and T100 equipped with 3VZ?E V6 engines who have not received any head gasket repairs from a Toyota dealer since October 1, 1996 will be notified to contact a Toyota dealer for head gaskets replacement.
- 10145749Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10145748Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10143953TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, PG006-01, PG004-97, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Replacement Certification Label and VIN Plate Criteria A replacement certification label and/or VIN plate may be requested if: ? The vehicle was in an accident and the label and/or plate is damaged or attached to a part that will be replaced during the repair. ? The label and/or plate was stolen.
- 10133915Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 10133649TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
- 10132812Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsistent rotational speed of the engine's crankshaft.
- 10132136The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
- 10132084The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly
- 10131993This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
- 10131988The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10131984A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
- 10131961Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 10131713TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08. Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07, and T-SB-0144-08 are obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. REVISION NOTICE January 11, 2018 ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10123420TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from Toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10111390TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10111197TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10109492TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10109404TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly.
- 604667Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide.
- 600350Subject regarding cylinder head installation for vehicles equipped with the 3VZ V6 engine.
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