Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 2001 Toyota Tundra

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. The contact had to replace the brakes in August of 2007. In November, the vehicle was taken back to the dealer because an adjustment was needed. Recently, the contact's husband heard grinding noises coming from the tire area while driving 60 mph. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the bearing completely failed. The technician stated that whoever worked on the brakes set the rotors too low, causing the bearing to malfunction. The purchase date and powertrain were unknown. The current mileage was 80,350 and failure mileage was 79,000.

When braking a 2001 Toyota Tundra entire vehicle vibrates to the point of diminished control.

Brake rotors have prematurely warped. Three sets of brakes in less the 75,000 miles. Truck has never towed anything, is driven by 45 year-old. Violent vibration occured every time pedal was dpressed.

I own a 2001 Toyota Tundra. After 30,000 miles my brakes began to shudder when trying to slow down from high speeds (greater than 40 mph). It is obvious that the rotors are severely warped. This is a severe safety issue.

Brakes on my 2001 Toyota Tundra are not working properly. Going down a hill, it is hard to control the truck because of he vibration coming from the front end. I have discovered recently their have been many complaints about brakes on 2000-2001 Tundras.

2001 Toyota Tundra access cab sr5 purchased new. There has been no complete failure yet, but quite often the front brakes shudder so bad when I apply them hard it feels almost like a speed wobble on a motorcycle. It has gotten so violent at times that I have had to grab the wheel with both hands as tight as I can. The lions share of my driving is on the freeway and as I am aware of the problem I do my best to maintain a safe distance from others. Knowing that Toyota does their best to push the issue aside (I have read the TSB and all the complaints) I have never even contacted them about this issue. I have put 4 sets of pads on in just over 120 miles so I don't think they wear out any faster than any other brands but from what I have read, there are no replacement discs or pads available that are any better. I know the rotors are warped but not worn out. I have learned to live with the problem but this issue is serious enough that I won't be buying another one. There are 5 other full size truck mfgs. Out there.

2001 Toyota Tundra 72,000 miles. In today for the 6th brake job. Rotors warped and disks drums fail. Real brakes out of adjustment. Truck won't break correctly and shudders violently. Toyota knows about the problem and tried to fix it but now has another "fix" that will cost me 2,000 dollars. This is a major safety issue, thousands if not 100 of thousands of Tundra owners have this design defect and Toyota refuses to issue recall. The internet has lots of examples of this documented problem. If gm would issue a recall for a tail light , what should be the response to trucks that won't stop and shudder violently?.

2001 Toyota Tundra front brake shimmy so severe that truck was unsafe to drive. Began at approximately 40k miles and progressively got worse until entire front brake rebuild required costing over $2,200 at 56k miles.

Toyota Tundra limited 2001. Replaced rotors on (2) different occasions, due to vibration when stopping. Warped rotors were to blame. Toyota refuses to replace or repair defective items.

2001 Toyota Tundra. Braking shakes truck violently. Through experience (auto racing) I believe the problem to be warped front rotors. The design of these rotors are obviously defective.

There is vibration in the steering system, when applying brakes most noticable when braking from speeds over 45 mph or on down hills. I have had the brake pads replaced, rotors turned, and the problem returned in a few weeks. I asked Toyota dealership to repair, they refused, the vehicle is out of warranty. I'm the original owner.

I have brake problems. I have less than 36000 and my brake pad needed to be replaced. I have also had a abnormal vibration in the truck when applying the brakes. This has been the case since I purchased the vechilce new. Thought it was normal for the truck but guess not. Toyota is paying for the parts ,and I'm paying for labor to replace rotors, pads, calipers to resolve the issue. Costing me $400.

Purchased truck new in 2001. Excessive front brake pad wear out since new 6,000 to 10,000 miles per set. Noticed a looseness in front end early on and progressively worse as time went on including wobbling and lurching while braking. At 36,000 + miles Toyota replaced complete front and rear brake system with a heaver duty system at no cost. Front end still felt loose. At 52,000 miles dealer repalced front rotors and second set of pads since system up date at my expense. Still the front end felt loose. At 76,000 miles f/l wheel assemble breaks off the truck while driving over a small speed bump at less then 10 mph damaging fender and door. A Toyota dealer fixed the truck. The front end still feels loose and the dealer will not check or work on the truck because I filed a complaint with the bureau of auto repair. My complaint was the dealer did not return to me the repalced parts which I requested several times. The dealer told me he did not have to give mt the damaged parts and that nothing would happen to him because he was friends with the local consumer rep. I was contacted by a consumer rep and he told me the same thing and there was nothing he could do but put a note in the dealers file. I have not gotten any official report since filing my complaint. My truck is unsafe and I have no choice but to continue to drive it.

Dealership informed consumer that premature warping of front brake rotors was repaired.

Severe vibration in the vehicle almost resulted in loss of control. This occurred on 3 different occasions each time resulting in brake problems. Under warranty I had the front brake rotors turned and dealer refused to do anything else at the time. Since then the front rotors had to be replaced and then I developed rear brake vibrations.

I have experienced brake shudder since the mid 30000 miles. The brakes have been replaced twice (rotors turned twice). The problem still exist. I understand that Toyota has a design problem with there brakes and there TSB's to make major corrections (approximately $2000 cost). On at least two occassions I have had to make an emergency stop and almost lost control due to the severity of the brake shudder.

While applying the brake pedal consumer heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the front. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brakes needed to be replaced, and replaced them. Ten minutes later while driving the driver applied the brake pedal and the brakes failed. Vehicle was towed back to the dealer for inspection. The cause of the failure had not been determined.

Brakes vibrating; warped rotors.

Front brake vibration that has made truck unsafe to drive.

Front brakes/brakes are poorly designed/insufficient to handle the task of stopping the truck. Front brake rotor is warped from overheating. The truck vibrates badly when the brakes are applied, and pulls dangerously to the left. Toyota knows all this - it is in their TSB instructing dealers to replace/upgrade Tundra front brakes if still under warranty.

Bad brakes,lost control of truck in wet weather,I was slowing down from 70 to 40 on a off ramp when my brakes began to shutter then the front brakes locked up,I was able to regain control after nearly hitting a car,I went to the shoulder and pumped the brakes and manged to slow down. Ive had this truck in the shop 3 times for brake repair to no avail. I've gotten to the point that I don't drive this truck in wet weather. Even in dry conditions the truck shakes and shimmeys. When applying the brakes.

My 2001 Toyota Tundra is having major problems with the breaking system. There is a violent shaking when you apply the breaks from higher speed. I have had the rotors turned 4 times and nothing seems to fix the problems. Toyota denies any safety problems with the breaks. The back brakes won't tightened up causing more pressure on the front brakes. Toyota is fixing some of the brakes on trucks that are under warranty, but only when you complain enough. The trucks that are out of warranty are told it will take over $2000. 00 to fix it. They keep saying that the problem is not a safety issue so they want issue a recall. My truck is not used for any thing but back and forth to work, so it is not under any excessive strain.

2001 Toyota Tundra brakes shake excessively even after replacing them with new ones. Transmission makes a loud thump when going into overdrive.

The brakes on the 2000 to 2003 Toyota Tundra overheatthe rotors warp, and pads wear 3 times faster there is finally a TSB on the brakes they now have a new improved caliper. This should be a recall they try to get you through the warrenty period and turn there backs on you. There are many people with the same problem at 39,000 miles I need$ 1,500 of work and Toyota says to bad the vibration is so bad I dont want to drive it it is not safe for the road these calipers are a bad design. There is a new part # for the new type. Also the rear brakes 2000-2001 the stare adjuster is a bad design and a TSB is out to fix please help.

I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra. I feel that the braking system is not what it should be. I have had the rotors turned and new brake shoes put on, but I am still experiencing a bad shake in the brakes.

Vehicle would shutter severely when braking at 50 or more mph. Vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions and had the front rotors turned on two separate occasions. The problem kept recurring. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this issue.

2001 Toyota Tundra brake problem. Severe shaking of vehicle do to brakes. Rotors feel warped. Gone through 4 sets of pads and resurfaced rotors 3 timesi n the last 2 years. Tech serve bulliten available but only for 36000/3yr im at 50000/but only 1 1/2. . . $2000 for the repairs and on top of that I spent quite a bit ofmoney already for the rotor resurfacing and brake pads. I was a Toyota fan until this. . . .

Severe front disc vibration when brakes applied at around 45 mph. This was diagnosed by dealer as premature front rotor warping and repaired twice under warranty. Problem continues. Toyota of America has not issued a national recall campaign to once and for all permanently fix this issue through new product design/engineering. I recently discovered through an internet site called Tundra solutions. Com that there are many more frustrated Tundra owners with this unresolved matter. Please help us.

While driving at 65 mph vehicle started to shake, and when consumer tried to apply brakes, vehicle started to shake even more. Contacted dealer, and dealer noted that there was 9 faulty codes that have gone off.

I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra and have had constant problems with my brakes. There is strong vibration when using the brakes. I have had it "fixed" twice by Toyota and once by and independent mechanic and the problem comes back every time. There is a TSB on the truck but no recall. Toyota customers were not even informed of the TSB.

From contact with other owners of this vehicle there seems to be a failure pattern with the brakes on this vehicle. The brake drums and rotors appear to be warping and requiring replacement after approximately 4000 miles of use. Toyota has issued TSB's to correct the problem but it does not appear to work from what other owners say. My son has the same vehicle and is on his third set of rotors with less than 15,000 miles on the truck. When I got my truck back with the new parts and applied the brakes on a long hill at 50 mph the vehicle went into a violent shaking motion and I thought control would be lost. It has not repeated this behavior but I question the safety of this vehicle.

Repeated brake problems with heavy vibration when stopping. Front rotors are inadequate for this vehicle.

While vehicle was being driven extreme vibration occurred in front end. Brake rotors prematurely wore out. Rotors have been resurfaced, and brakes have totally failed at times. Problems has not been corrected. Dealer has determined that cause was brake fluid contamination. Please give any further details.