Brake Disc Pads Problems of Toyota Tundra - part 2

2003 Tundra rpm hang-up - safety issue hello all:â â I have a 2003 Toyota Tundra 3. 4, v6, 4x4, 5 speed. While traveling at highway speeds, if I have to brake hard the rpm's are maintained for up to 1. 5 seconds before the rpm starts to drop. This occurs with and without cruise control being on. I'd like to also note that my last truck was a t-100 with the 3. 4 v6 engine - so I am very familiar with how this engine should, in theory, respond. Dealer claims this a computer issue and Toyota has not issued a TSB. Dealer also claims that this feature was added to reduce jerky feeling when shifting gears. The issue presents a serious safety issue. When traveling at highway speeds, in an emergency, you can't afford to loose 1. 5 seconds of braking time. Additionally, there is the added wear on your front disk brake pads due to the engine trying to maintain rpm while brakes are trying to stop the truck. This issue has been reproduced at the dealer. To check a truck, cruise at 55 or 65 mph, note the rpm - then if you have to brake hard try to note if the rpm drops immediately or, hangs up for a second or two. Another way to check this is, while parked, race engine to 2500-3000 rpm then switch foot from gas to brake pedal quickly-simulating an emergency stop. Note the rpm and engine sound. You will find the engine still maintaining that 2500-3000 rpm for 1-1. 5 seconds. Also, dealer pointed out that unless there are more complaints, Toyota 'will not' do anything about this problem. Personally I would like this issue resolved before incident(s) forces us to look seriously at this. Thanks to all mike laudano.

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

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I own a 2000 Toyota Tundra and I am experiencing extreme braking vibration. The vehicle was sold as "factory certified. " the pads have been replaced and the rotors turned. Toyota and the dealership have been contacted on several occasions, both have stated that since my vehicle is beyond the mileage limits for the service bulletins that I had no recourse. My vehicle does fall within the range (VIN number) for the Toyota service bulletin. How can your organization, in good faith, continue to ignore a problem that is directly related to the safe operation of the vehicle? this is not a manufacturing issue, it is a safety issue!.

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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.

We own a 2000 Tundra. We recently took it to the shop because the truck would shake when applying the brakes. The mechanic turned the rotors and replaced the pads. After about a week the shaking was back. We took it back to the same shop and the mechanic said this is a common problem he experiences with Tundras. We are very weary about driving this vehicle as we use it primarily to drive our children from place to place. E've read similar complaints about the brakes on the Tundras. It's unfortunate that someone has to die before a decision is made to fix this problem.

Brakes began shaking about two months after I first bought the truck. I went on an extended road trip and at one point, when going down a grade, my brakes began to shake so violently that I thought I might lose control. I had to pull of the road and inspect my brakes! when I returned from my trip, I replaced the pads and turned the rotors. This was about 2 months ago, and I am beginning to experience the same problem.

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Excessive pulsation from brakes causing unsafe braking condition. Brake pads and rotors wear out and get warped very frequently.

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 5tbrt3415ys0344827 license plate: 6e73316.

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.

There was pulsating from the front disc brakes when stopping.

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.

Addendum to my odi 10150678: my reference to1/5/2006 napa "repair" was to no avail. Larger Tundra pads alone do not solve the violent downhill braking problem that so many others also describe. 2/20/2006 mileage 35,800. 3/07/2007 mileage 41850. As can be seen driving in colorado terrain is being done most reluctantly.

My brakes have had recurring severe vibration problems almost since new. It got bad enough for the dealership to replace my rotors, drums, pads, shoes and bearings two times in the first 13700 miles, as well as turning the rotors and drums at other times. The last time we test drove the truck, it started doing it again with the Toyota customer relations manager along for the ride. At that time he advised filing a complaint with Toyota for arbitration. With the track record of this vehicle being what it is, I don't think the problem can be corrected to my satisfaction.

: the contact stated that on several occasions while driving 50 mph on normal conditions and than applying the brakes, the vehicle shimmies and bounces in an up and down motion until the brakes are released. The vehicle was taken to the dealer when problems first occurred where the brake pads and rotors were replaced however problem has gradually worsened over time. The manufacturer determined there was a recall pertaining to the characteristics on the vehicle however the VIN was not included in the recall.

When braking it caused excessive vibration within the front end. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the front rotors/ calipers/ pads, and the wheel bearing of larger size equipments. . Also, replaced hub and knuckle.

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. . . .

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.

Vehicle still shutters& vibrates when applying brakes after 2 times into dealer for warranty repair work. The dealer says that there is no problem. They replaced all brake pads and drums the first time and turned the rear drums the second time.

I own a 2000 Toyota Tundra ext cab limited. During the time I have owned the vehicle I have experienced severe vibrations when applying the brakes. I have replaced the pads and rotors and the problem returns after several thousand miles of use.

On 9/22/05 I submitted complaint information, however, my phone # was incorrect and - correct # 954 695 0299. Also, I indicated my brake system to be air activated it is not - it is fluid activated. The following is a repeat of my compliant: on 9/17/05 I was informed by my Toyota dealer that my 2000 Toyota model Tundra, pickup had major modification to the brake system by Toyota company. Note I bought this truck new. However, since the truck is out of warranty, I would have to pay for the labor and parts to replace the upgrade parts. The upgraded brake parts consists of thicker rotors, larger calipers and wider brake pads. Because the parts upgrade indicates that the current parts are inadequate to do the job of stopping the vehicle under normal driving conditions, I called the Toyota consumer relations office and they agreed ,that my brakes system had been upgraded. They said, that since the vehicle is out of warranty, I would pay for both labor cost? and $1600. 00 for parts. Based on this information, this is not a question of out warranty, rather it is a question regarding auto safety, and therefore, I need your help ASAP. Vehicle VIN# 5tbrt3412yso45509 bought new yr. 2000 from al hendrickson Toyota loc. 5201 sample rd coconut creek fla 33073.

2000 Tundra brake vibration issue; purchased as company truck oct 1999, took to dealer at 15k for brake vibration; states rotors and pads replaced but it never really got better, I just got used to it. Could not constantly take truck in to loose for 2-3 days the dealer required so I began using my personal mechanic of years. Personal mechanic replaced pads and turned rotors at 59k, personal mechanic changed 2 oxygen sensors at 67k (I heard those were recalled prior to 80k), personal mechanic became a nut case over these brakes at 88k, he replaced rotors, drums, pads and I still began to experience problems. . . . I knew my mechanic was sincere. I have just lived with it; I am now at 140k miles and a bit sick in stomach from the braking issues. I decided to have another area mechanic give it a go; while my truck is in shop I surf web and discover this has been a serious issue since I drove off the freaking lot with that truck. I've got receipts, not necessarily in order but I have them. Thanks, carla.

When braking front of the vehicle vibrated. Vehicle was taken to the dealer four times, and dealer has replaced the front rotors, pads, drums, and struts.

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. Ph.