Clutch Pedal/linkage problems of the 1997 Toyota T100

Clutch bracket (mounted inside passenger compartment on firewall behind clutch pedal) cracked. Cracked bracket deforms when clutch pedal is pressed, keeping clutch from disengaging completely.

Truck became difficult to shift and would lock up in first ear or reverse. Discovered that the clutch pedal bracket was cracked, and warped and the firewall had also cracked.

Mounting bracket broke that attaches pedal to the clutch. Vehicle will not move. Dealership was aware of problem.

Clutch pedal would not disengage. The clutch pedal bracket was twisted. Work order stated part was worn. Consumer refused service. Consumer's inspection revealed the replacement part had been completely remanufactured with a higher grade of steel. After removing the old bracket, consumer found two fractures in the unit. Consumer was concerned that dealership knew about the defective part.

The consumer had a problem with the vehicle going into first gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the clutch pedal bracket. Please describe further.