10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 23,135 miles
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While driving at any speed, the brakes didn't stop vehicle at a safe distance. Also, while applying the brakes, the vehicle would shake violently. The brake pads/rotors had been replaced three times. Manufacturer had been informed of the problem.
- Roswell, GA, USA
2000 Toyota Tundra braking problems.this truck has had the front brakes fixed 4 times and the back 4 times.it started at 16583 miles and has continued since.now at 63000 miles it will take $$3200$$ to they say fix the problem.I have already spent $$1500$$ on braking problems and still no fix. Between Toyota and customer service they don't help you they would rather argue about it than to fix this very dangerous problem. Every 5000 to 10000 miles the brakes have been repaired at Toyota dealerships.
- Okc, OK, USA
2000 Toyota Tundra pickup brake pulsation problem. Have tried new front brake pads twice, and new front rotors once.he problem keeps coming back. Know several people with the same problem on these trucks. In the mountains where I live this is very unsafe. Toyota needs to recall these trucks and fix this problem!.
- Clarkdale, AZ, USA
Brake vibration and excessive brake wear. Brakes were serviced at about 38,000 miles due to severe vibration when braking. Problem returned after a couple of weeks. Brakes replaced again at 68,000 miles and vibration has again returned. There is a vibration and rough braking when slowing down from highway speeds.
- Hubert, NC, USA
I am a owner of a 2000 Toyota Tundra SR5. I have had my my brakes and rotors replaced twice within the last three years. Every few thousand miles into a new set of brakes and rotors the truck begins to pulsate and vibrate under moderate braking situations, usually on freeways and highways. The sensation is rather scary and violent at times. I can not believe that a company so well respected as Toyota would allow this problem to exist without offering any remedy or recall campaign. Please record my consumer complaint and safety concern. Thank you.
- Gardena, CA, USA
Brake vibration on 2000 Toyota Tundra 2X4 SR5 extended cab.
- Napa, CA, USA
When braking, the vehicle shakes violently. I have had the rotors replaced and it stops the problem for a short time (1-2 months) but problem persists.
- Jacksonville, FL, USA
The rotors on my my tumdra are warped and this causes a pulsating in the baking of the vehicle. I have changed the rotors and that fixed it for about one month, the rotors are warped again.
- Fair Oaks, CA, USA
I am an original owner of a 2000 Toyota Tundra SR5 with 40,000 miles and I love it. My car started shaking problem since the first 5,000 miles and has had 3 brake jobs done by brake masters. The car is still vibrating. When I was still under warranty I have called the local Toyota dealer to schedule warranty repair but they would not admit any recall or other problems. However, they were willing to repair outside the warranty and yet did not promise that brake job will be satisfactory. I was told that rotors would be warped after 2,000 3,000 miles regardless of the repair job done. This makes me believe that it is a manufacturerS defect and a flaw in the engineering design of this vehicle. A vehicle this new should not have routine brake problem continuously. After an extensive research, I found out that the newer models of the same truck are equipped with bigger calipers to absorb the vibration. This is an indication that Toyota Tundra 2000 should be recalled due to this defect. This outstanding problem (with many unhappy customers that can be found on the web) can create serious hazard on the road. I am requesting at this time to be referred to an authorized Toyota dealer in order to have the upgraded brake system installed at the expense of Toyota. Please respond as soon as possible, since this kind of repair can not wait. Here is the important information that you will need to make a referral: Vehicle id: [xxx] license plate: [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
- Tarzana, CA, USA
Excessive pulsation from brakes causing unsafe braking condition. Brake pads and rotors wear out and get warped very frequently.
- S. Burlington, VT, USA
2000 Toyota Tundra SR5 V8 access cab 4WD 66000 miles, brakes pulsate strongly when braking, causing unsafe braking.
- S. Burlington, VT, USA
Pulsating brakes on Toyota Tundra since car was 3 months old. Multiple warranty repairs performed, which temporarily cured problem. The truck is out of warranty now, and continues to have severe pulsating. I know many other Tundra owners with the same problem.
- Agoura Hills, CA, USA
I own a 2000 Toyota Tundra. My complaint is very similar to many others, it concerns the front brakes of this vehicle. My brakes are warping under normal driving conditions and have been turned once, only to have the problem return in days. Now I must have new rotors installed even though my brake pads are virtually new. Since I bought this vehicle used, the used car warranty does not cover this problem. Toyota is very aware of this issue but yet refuse to correct it. I believe they should be made to rectify this problem before someone get seriously injured or killed.
- Burney, CA, USA
The vehicle experienced excessive brake failures. Had to replace brake pads at 22000 miles and again at 40000 miles respectively. Then, at 48000 miles, the entire brake system failed, and had to be rebuilt with new rotors/ calipers and pads. Vehicle was experiencing extreme vibration when braking from speeds over 40 mph.
- Mcdonough, GA, USA
2000 Tundra serious front end vibration. Discover rotors were warped after only 35,000 miles. Dealer said it is not from excessive braking because pads were at 50%. Toyota has been aware of the problem and has redesigned brakes for the vehicle and released several service bulletins on the matter. But now I an 4 months out of warranty and they are charging 1500 dollars for a repair that should be a recall. The vibration is a safety hazard and should be addressed. A vehicle this new should not have routine brake problems every 30,000 miles. The are quite a few unhappy Tundra owners showing up on the net.
- Carlisle, OH, USA
Continuing brake vibration problem - spent $800+ and latest Toyota tsb requires an expenditure of $1600+ to possibly fix problem.
- Apex, NC, USA
Brakes on 2000 Toyota Tundra failed, feel extremely unsafe, vibration when braking. Brakes were redone under warranty at 30,000 miles and now at 46,000 miles need $2000, all new parts.
- Waverly, TN, USA
Brake vibrations/shudder/ bounce since about 8000 miles. I now have 45000 on the truck and I have had the truck in multiple times to fix vibrations I feel while braking. The dealership lead tech rode with me and felt the vibrations. They have performed several fixes has Toyota released to no avail. I pull a large boat, and at times, I am not very confident in the brakes on my truck. Not exactly the feeling you want when you're pulling 3700 lbs behind you! this will be a possible liability issue if an accident occurs.
- Memphis, TN, USA
Brake rotors had a chronic warping problem. Has had vehicle for 2 years, and had rotors replaced 6 times. Dealer advised consumer that manufacturer was aware that rotors were inadequate.
- Neport Ritchie, FL, USA
- Sharpsburg, GA, USA