I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra. When applying brakes, particularly when exiting the freeway, the truck shakes violently as if there were an earth quake. It's like nothing else and could not be from operator error. I've recently replaced the pads and the rotors and bled the system but to no avail. The truck still shakes dangerously when slowing, however gently, from speeds in excess of approximately 40 mph.

- North Hollywood, CA, USA

I own a 2000 Toyota Tundra pickup and have had a vibration in the braking system. I have had 4 repairs on the brakes at 6,139, 49,535, 58,302 and 61,277 miles. Toyota has produced several service bulletins on how to repair the brakes (BR001-01, BR006-00, BR004-02) were all done on this truck. Toyota refuses to inform consumers or offer a recall on this common problem. I am out $1255 in repairs and Toyota last response to me was : "Toyota's final stand is to not offer further assistance on this matter."

- Camino, CA, USA

The malfunctioning brakes, front requiring new oversize brake pads, rotors and calipers. In re to two 2000 Toyota Tundra's. the VIN #'s are: [xxx] & [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Tuskegee, AL, USA

Request proper repair of defective brake system on 2000 vehicle. No recall found.

- Woodland Park, CO, USA

Toyota brake safety for 2000 Tundra, front and rear vibration. Toyota issued tsb br 004R-02 and tsb BR003-02 for front and rear brake vibrations, however, they have not recalled these vehicles. The consumer believes the vibration is a significant safety problem.

- Washington, DC, USA

Customer dissatisfaction- Toyota reference #200309171158.

- Evergreen, CO, USA

Customer dissatisfaction Toyota reference 200309171158. (nar) the consumer was not stisfied with the manufacturers customer service or warranty polocies. The consumer spoke with customer care several timews regarding brake issues with the truck.

- Evergreen, CO, USA

The front end of the vehicle shimmied when the brakes were applied. No grinding noise was heard. The manufacturer has a tsb for this problem but they refuse to fix the consumer's vehicle because it is out of warranty.

- Helena, AL, USA

Shaking while braking that doesn't go away after continuous brake work

- San Diego, CA, USA

The dealer replaced the disc and pads and 22,000 miles. At 32,000 miles the rotors, disc and pads were replaced by the dealership again. The consumer will send a letter providing additional information on this matter. The problem recurred at 70000, the dealer admitted that the brakes were not designed properly.

- Evergreen, CO, USA

Brake problems on 2000 Tundra ; this vehicle was purchased new, by myself, in April, 2000. On 5-31-01, at 21,506 miles, I took the vehicle to the dealership for warranty work on the brakes. I had complained of vibrations while braking. The dealership told me they had many such complaints regarding this vehicle. They installed a kit which transferred some of the braking load from the front wheels to the rear, thus reducing the tendency of the rotors to overheat and warp, it was explained to me. They also replaced the pads and shoes, and turned the rotors. The brakes were satisfactory until I had a normal brake-job on 7-14-03, at 62,040 miles, which I had performed at a Goodyear shop in lake havasu city, AZ. The rotors were turned, (for the second time, counting the warentee work) and new pads were installed. By mid-November, at around 65,500 miles, I noticed a pulsating, "grinding" sound eminating from the front end at low speed, which would go away when the brakes were applied. By the end of December, at 67,000 miles, a major vibration has developed in the front end of the vehicle when the brakes are applied. It is so pronounced that I am hesitent to operate the vehicle out of town. From perusing the internet, it is apparent that many Tundra drivers are having the same problem; it would seem that a design flaw exists in the braking system of this otherwise fine automobile. I ask that this Agency look into the matter and mandate corrective action on the part of Toyota, if deemed proper. Thank you. Alan K. whitney officer, Arizona highway patrol (ret.)

- Parker, AZ, USA

Problems with the brake indicator lamp on the dash turning on when apply brakes. The indicator light becomes active when the weather reaches a temperature of 32 degree or lower. I reported this problem to a Toyota dealer when the vehicle was under warranty. Toyota found no problem at the time of service.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

There has been a consistent problem with the front brakes in my 2000 Toyota Tundra. They go out approximately every 20,000-25,000 miles and they also get mushy for no discernible reason. There has been a technical service bulletin issued on this problem stating that there is a design problem dictating the replacement of the entire front brake assembly including the calipers back plate etc. The total for this work is over $1100. My mechanic stated that if it were an american car this would have been recalled and the work done at the auto companies expense... I purchased this truck new and the expense of replacing the brakes so often is a financial burden to me and I definitely cannot afford $1100 to have the brakes replaced. They should have been done right in the first place. Is there anything that can be done about this? thank you, [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Sun City, AZ, USA

Brake problem.

- Rocklin, CA, USA

Pulsating brakes, that the manufacturer will not correct.

- Portland , OR, USA

Problems with braking system. Please refer to ODI#10020650. The consumer felt that this was a manufacturer's defect.

- Duluth, GA, USA

Letter to Toyota: We just had our daughter's 2000 Tundra in for brake service at the dealer. The brakes have a vibration and are in need of replacement. The dealer has said that Toyota would replace the brakes if: 1) we live in a mountainous region (we do) and 2) the truck has less than 36,000 miles (55,700). Dealer wanted $2000+ for updated front calipers and wheel bearings. Ouch! our dealer also said that Toyota has acknowleged that the brakes on these vehicles were under-designed for mountain driving. My daughter has experienced a severe shaking problem when applying the brakes. To make matters worse, my daughter is an avid snowboarder and regularly travels over mountain passes in winter to ski areas. We are scared to death to have her drive this truck anymore. Clearly this is not a warranty issue but is a design problem and should be repaired by Toyota regardless of mileage. Handling your mistake in this manner is not acceptable to those of us who purchased your vehicle in good faith in fact, we have purchase 3 Toyota in the past four years and I can assure you, this is our last. Weak customer support! response: For further clarification, a tsb is a how-to guide for Toyota dealerships that explains repair procedures, required tools, etc.; no funding is attached to tsbs; that is, the issuance of a tsb does not mean that Toyota funds the cost of the performance of the repair or procedure described in the tsb. We regret that that you remain dissatisfied with Toyota's position. Please accept our apologies for this situation and for any inconvenience you may have been caused; your comments will remain on file at our national headquarters. As you have been made aware, the responsibility for repair costs remains with the owner of the vehicle once the warranty has expired. As Toyota has provided its final position in this matter, there is no further action to be taken by Toyota. How's that for a canned reply"?"

- Durango, CO, USA

There is a problem with the brakes on my 2000 Toyota Tundra SR5 access cab 4X4. I have had a vibration when attempting to stop for several months before having the rotors resurfaced. Now, less than 5,000 miles later my truck is almost uncontrollable when stopping from highway speeds (50 mph+). according to several posts on the internet, this is not an isolated problem. I would like to add my complaint to any that have been submitted before this problem takes a life.

- Navarre, FL, USA

Vehicle steering wheel vibrated since the day we purchased. Numerous attempts to fix have failed. Dealer(s) said wheels or brakes or tires were the problem. Replaced wheels and brakes, problem still exists. Told consumer to replace tires. We said we would if they prove this is the problem by putting tires on to check it. One dealer would not. We found one that would. New, high quality tires resulted in same vibration. Went to arbitration and lost. This is a complete waste of time and resources. Dealer was able to lie and say they didn't put new tires on (at the insistance of the 'district rep'. the front right tire was worn completely down on the outer edge, and other three were ok. Documented within alignment and balance the entire life of vehicle. Toyota 'recommends' 26 psi in front tires to dampen known vibration. Tires designed for 35 psi. This substantially affects value of vehicle, as after arbitration loss we tried to trade, but dealer said he knew of defect in front end of 2000 Tundra's and would not even give us wholesale trade value. His test drive confirmed vibration. In addition, we need to replace tires often due to defect. Will never buy another Toyota!

- Merritt Island, FL, USA

My 2000 Tundra has problems with the brakes... I have serviced them so many times and spent so much money. Now I heard there is a special technical service for it to get it done. But I was told I did not fall under the warranty do to the mileage. $2000 dollars for a brake job that Toyota meesed up on. Why must we pay for a failed braking system?

- Burbank, CA, USA