Structure Problems of Toyota T100

Toyota T100 owners have reported 54 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's frame rust (16 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Toyota T100


Recently reported Structure problems of Toyota T100

The Body problem

Took my truck to a body shop to have dings and a few rusted spots on it repaired. The business owner and repair person put it on the rack and after examination, informed me that it was not worth the repairs, because the frame and undercarriage was too extensive and might as such cause safety issues.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

1996 Toyota T100 with approx 77000 miles, rarely driven, garage kept and well cared for, cannot pass safety inspection due to unusual amount of rust on frame, control arms, underbody components, rear bumper.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

I have a 1996 Toyota T100 that I bought from a local Toyota dealership wit 95,000 miles. Now at 135,000 miles , the frame is dangerously rusted. I took it to the dealership where I purchased it , and was told by the service manager to"prepare it for burial" this vehicle still runs fine,   Read details...

The Bumper problem

The rear step bumper welds broke loose while a boat was in tow. The bumper welds and hardware are rusted through. The bumper has a max tongue weight of 520 lbs. And max tow weight of 5200 lbs. The truck has not been wrecked from the rear.   Read details...

The Structure problem

Renewed my registration sept 18 2012, but the frame didn't pass inspection, too many holes and thin walls on the frame. All of the framework just falling apart, rest of the truck, drive train just fine.   Read details...




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