Seat belts will no longer retract making them unusable
The worst 1994 Toyota Pickup problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Body27
- Engine16
- Seat belts15
- Suspension8
- Steering7
- Tires7
- Transmission6
- Brakes4
- Fuel system4
- Wheels4
- Visibility3
- Acceleration2
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Toyota Pickup
Recalls 1
Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connecting
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the vehicle is continued to be operated in this condition, the relay rod may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. The recall began october 5, 2005. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 05V389000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 Toyota Pickup 16
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN...
- Obsolete notice
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- Revision notice
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and...
What 1994 Toyota Pickup owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Rust, corrosion, failure and detachment of exterior body and frame components, and other structural components that is a safety hazard. Not safe to drive. Steering box came off of the frame!!! Then told not to drive anymore. This is a 1994 toyota .. The 1995 toyota trucks were recalled same reason. These need to be recalled same reason!!!
Frame area driver side forward area of leaf spring mount rusted out and collapsed ,this should never happen to any vehicle.
The drivers side seat belt stopped retracting. The passenger side gets stuck sometimes and won't pull out. The driver's side stopped working while I was in a parking lot, getting ready to leave.
I lost tail lights and brake lights so I took it to my uncle witch is a certified mechanic we got the lights fixed up but while under the truck we found alot of rot both I side frame rails now I have a crackright in the middle of frame and the bad part there isnt a spot of rust on the body of the truck. They said they were built in the USA but they dont tell u its all china junk steel they need to take care of this like they did the years 95-2000. Its all the same complaints I say we all get together and file a big lawsuit against toyota im down to help here is my email address [xxx] parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise and was difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the entire frame was rusted and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Extreme rust damage to frame ,suspension,steering components etc. Under the vehicle becoming progressively worse even with measures taken to remove and treat with inhibitive coating. Never seen rust this bad on any vehicle I've owned . Apparently toyota recalled many other pickups from 1995 forward. Mine is a 1994 and from reading other comments many people have the same conditions.
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine maintenance when he was advised that the frame became bent when the vehicle was placed on the mechanical lift. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not taken to a dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 154,000.
Lost brake function, brakes went to floor & locked up. Slid across road & hit guard rail. Luckily no one was coming in other direction. Mechanic said brake lines where competely rusted out & so is the entire frame of my truck.I'm afraid truck could eventually brake in half while driving. Entire under body is completely rusted. Had to replace all brake lines at my own expense. I just found out about this website, so I am writing now.
I have owned 6 toyota trucks from 1985 thru 1997 and they all have had seat belt problems. They do not retract all the way and hang out the door and you have to manually retract them back in. This has been a long time know event and in the past toyota has replaced them at no charge. However, when I called customer care and then took it to a toyota dealership in wesley chaple fl. Both the manufacture and the dealer said "sorry you have to pay for it. I am very upset since my seat belts have now since frayed from being caught in the door and am afraid to drive the vehicle on highways. I use to be a mechanic for toyota and know for a fact they have have had many issues with seatbelt concerns and problems in the past. I would hope someone can investigate this complaint and resolve this serious issue. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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Questions about the 1994 Toyota Pickup
Is the 1994 Toyota Pickup reliable?
Owners have filed 91 complaints about the 1994 Toyota Pickup, 13.0 times a typical Pickup model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 Toyota Pickup?
Body and structure, with 27 complaints, typically around 150,000 miles. Next is engine (16).
How many recalls does the 1994 Toyota Pickup have?
1 recall, covering steering.
What year does the Toyota Pickup have the most body problems?
The Toyota Pickup model years with the most body complaints are 1994 (27 complaints), 1993 (16 complaints) and 1992 (13 complaints).
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