The braking systems on the 2000 Tundra are insufficient to stop the bigger wheels. The calipers, brake pads, and rotors are too small so when brake is applied the rotors would warped and cause a tremendous vibration. Prior to seeking remedies from agencies, I tried to repair the problems numerous times but to no avail. I used slotted rotors, drilled rotors, and expensive pads but they all resulted in the same manner---violent vibration. After which I finally spoke to a Toyota technician and he said the Toyota replaced the braking systems from a 199 mm to a 241 mm. The calipers were updated from a 2-piston to a 4-piston. But the update only took effect for Tundra with less than 50,000 miles. The consumers did not received any information about the defects until they took the truck in for break service. There was also no recalls because the NHTSA did not notice the problem. I would like Toyota to update the truck with the bigger brake. This problem of hiding defects is becoming very worrisome. Ford and Firestone had it with the tires resulting in numerous fatalities as with Mitsubishi. Why does it take a fatality for manufacturers to correct the problem they know from the get-go?

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

Brake rotors warping causing a vibration when brakes are applied. This seems to be a problem on early models of the Toyota Tundra there is a service bullent out for the problem but you are not told about it until the warranty has expired. I have replaced the rotors four times on this truck

- Suwanee, GA, USA

While braking the vehicle vibrated. The problem was due to a factory defect on the front rotors and calipers.

- Washington, DC, USA

Bought truck in may at 59,000 miles. Service on brakes and rotors done at 55,000. Truck now has 68,000 miles on it. Severe vibration when braking. Took to dealership rotors severly warped. $534.41 to repair. 9,000 miles is not many miles for rotors to warp!

- Grand Island, FL, USA

I have major vibration when applying my brakes on the 2000 Toyota Tundra. I have had 2 brake jobs done, resurfacing rotors, new pads. The problem reapeared after about 2 weeks. Went back to brake shop and they said there is nothing they can do other than to continue to resurface or replace rotors, calipers, and pads. They also infromed me that they are aware of Toyota service bulletins but, unless you are within the manufacturers warranty, the dealer will not fix the problem. If Toyota acknowledges a defect in parts/design, how come they are not being held accountable for these repairs on vehicles that were manufactured prior to the bulletin releases? please, help us Tundra owners who have been left out in the cold!

- Kea'au, HI, USA

The brake on my 2000 Toyota Tundra shake violently when applied. The rear drums were replaced along with new shoes and the front rotors were turned with new pads at 26,894 miles under warranty and at 60,000 I have had to have both reworked again. Your organization should demand a recall for this problem.

- Sylacauga, AL, USA

My brakes have a design flaw resulting in severe vibration when applying the brakes. The brakes wear down very quickly and do not work very well- I have to downshift in order to help me stop. This is very dangerous. Toyota put out 2 technical service bulletins ( BR004-002, BR003-02). Toyota will not remedy this very dangerous design flaw- help!

- Colorado Springs,Colorado, CO, USA

Brake rotors warp and cause severe vibrations. Seems they were not designed for a truck this heavy.

- Hesperia, CA, USA

Letter expressing dissatisfaction with Toyota's customer service policies. (nar) defective brakes on vehicle.

- Evergreen, CO, USA

When the brake pedal is depressed pedal shimmies and shakes severely. The problem is worse when driving on an incline. Turned the rotors twice in attempt to correct the problem. Tsb 10003954 was issued. Rotors were turned by an independent mechanic not by a dealer. The dealership have refused repair on vehicle due to warranty issues.

- Batesville, AR, USA

Brake rotors have needed replacing several times since new because they warp. Poor design flaw. O2 sensor replaced under warranty at close to 58K miles, then 2 more O2 sensors went out @ 103K miles. Very expensive to replace... cost me $435. I have complained to 2 different dealers that my front left wheel may have a bad wheel bearing, but they say they can't find anything wrong. All I know is it constantly squeaks and it has nothing to do with the brakes because the noise does not change when you apply the brakes or drive along down the road at slow or highway speeds.

- Gaston, SC, USA

Brakes, warped brake discs. Have had to replace brake pads on several occasions, as well as having my rotors turned and machined. All mechanics involved have explained that Toyota has used inferior/defective brake components on Tundra and seqouia vehicles since the 2000 model year. Furthermore, it was explained that there should be a recall on these defective parts because of the severity of the problem and the overwhelming occurance of owner complaints. All mechanics have expressed that the replacement of original factory parts will not resolve the problem, and that these parts will only fail again within 6-10 months. The continuous warping of rotors causes severe shaking of vehicle during braking at any speed. This is dangerous and unacceptable. Would like to think that Toyota would accept their responsibility and replace the affected components, before someone is injured or killed as a result of failure of a notably defective manufacturer installed part or parts.

- Boynton Beach, FL, USA

2000 Toyota Tundra brakes shake violently. Dealer admits there is a manufacturing problem, but will do nothing to fix it. Fix for me to take care of it is around $2000 after looking online, I have found several hundred identical issues.

- Flowery Branch, GA, USA

I own a 2000 Tundra with severe brake problems. I bought my Tundra used with 38,000 miles from the dealer. Since I've had it I put 67,000 miles on it, and 2 set of rotars, and have to resureface them ever 5,000 to 10,000 miles. I believe Toyota should be responsible for the cost of the upgrade which is $1,700, also reimbursement of all cost associated with brake problems. There are so many other complaints about this problem I don't know why there is no recall. It is pathetic to think that someone will have to die before the goverment or Toyota recalls all Tundra's with bad brakes.

- Sharpsburg, GA, USA

When braking front of the vehicle vibrated. Vehicle was taken to the dealer four times, and dealer has replaced the front rotors, pads, drums, and struts.

- Royal Palm Beach, FL, USA

Vibration occurs when front brakes are engaged.

- Hamilton, OH, USA

While driving over 30 mph, when the brakes were pressed, the entire vehicle shuddered. The consumer's mechanic found that the rotors were "out of round". the rotors were machined twice for this problem. The dealer was aware of the problem but did not inform the consumer. The manufacturer was not aware of the problem. The vehicle was fixed two times for the same problem. It was found to be a brake system defect. Toyota would not cover repair due to the vehicle being over 30K miles. The consumer requested reimbursement of the repair cost.

- Granada Hills, CA, USA

Warped rotors! have had them turned and pads replaced but came right back (severe pulsating and increased stopping distance). Lot of money and time spent!

- Wilmore, KY, USA

Toyota Tundra brakes pulsate and the whole truck vibrates when stopping. Dealer is unable to fix the problem.

- Salt Lake City, UT, USA

We own a 2000 Tundra. We recently took it to the shop because the truck would shake when applying the brakes. The mechanic turned the rotors and replaced the pads. After about a week the shaking was back. We took it back to the same shop and the mechanic said this is a common problem he experiences with Tundra. We are very weary about driving this vehicle as we use it primarily to drive our children from place to place. E've read similar complaints about the brakes on the Tundra. It's unfortunate that someone has to die before a decision is made to fix this problem.

- Duarte, CA, USA