Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 26 | −71% | 1 | Body | Good |
| 1997 | 71 | −22% | 1 | Body | Average |
| 1996 | 109 | 2.0× | 1 | Transmission | Caution |
| 1995 | 75 | 1.3× | 1 | Transmission | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median T100 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Toyota T100 problems
Latest Toyota T100 recalls
Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting
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.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Toyota T100 should you avoid?
1996 — this year has the most complaints relative to other T100 years at the same age, led by transmission & drivetrain problems in the 1996.
What is the best year for the Toyota T100?
1998 has the fewest complaints compared with other T100 years at the same age, followed by 1997. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Toyota T100 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the transmission & drivetrain (69), body & structure (61) and suspension (32). Transmission complaints peak in the 1996 model year.
How many recalls has the Toyota T100 had?
1 recall across 1995–1998. The model year with the most is 1995.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.