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1993 Toyota T100 problems

The most common problem on the 1993 Toyota T100 is transmission and drivetrain. It has fewer complaints than a typical T100 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
20
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
28
Worst area
Transmission
Fuel economy
16-22mpg

The worst 1993 Toyota T100 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Transmission
    6
  • Body
    3
  • Steering
    3
  • Engine
    2
  • Seat belts
    2

Problems by type

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  • Transmission
    6
  • Body
    3
  • Steering
    3
  • Engine
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 1

Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connectingReported September 6, 2005 · 977,839 vehicles affected
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

See all 1 recalls for the 1993 Toyota T100

Defect investigations

Clutch pedal bracket/firewallOpened April 1, 2002, closed July 30, 2002

PE02039

Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Toyota T100 28

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 28 bulletins for the 1993 Toyota T100

1993 Toyota T100 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.4L 4‑cylRWD19-2023-2621-22
3.0L 6‑cylRWD15-1619-2116-18

What 1993 Toyota T100 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 16, 2016 · 138,000 miles · ME

Frame has rotted out to the point the vehicle can no longer be safety certified. It is the same type of frame rot that was part of the recall for both the tacoma and tundra. The same frame rot problem is in the t100. It has seen winter driving here in maine, but it has always been kept clean with regular trips to the carwash.

Filed Apr 30, 2012 · Body · NC

Hello I own a 1993 toyota t 100 4x4 truck . The truck only has 106000 miles on it and the entire frame, front suspension fuel lines are almost rusted out to a point where I cant even get it past inspection. The toyota dealer near me wont offer any advice in what to do. The rust is so bad , I have holes in the frame and the bumper fell off on the highway . I have owned older trucks from other companies and have never seen rust this bad.

Filed Mar 16, 2008 · Transmission · 119,910 miles · MA

Clutch pedal start switch not engaging,checked switch{fine},noticed clutch peddle mounting bracket snapped at fire wall.p.s.drivable,will have to see dealer.

Filed Dec 21, 2007 · Steering · 104,000 miles · ID · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 toyota t100. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v389000 (steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting) in august of 2007. He immediately scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle repaired, but the dealer did not have the parts. In november, the dealer stated that the manufacturer had not given the parts to any local dealers and they did not know when they would be available. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the steering column locked and the steering wheel could not be turned. As a result, the contact crashed into the side of the road. He has not filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The current and failure mileages were 104,000.

Filed Feb 12, 2006 · Engine · 94,000 miles · NJ

Recall part defective in 1993 toyota t 100 .. We had our head gasket replaced during the recall and 40,000 miles later our truck is completely disabled due to this same problem! It is a very costly repair for a part that I see by doing a search online is being reported as having many repeat occurrences with consumers. My vehicle is worth over $5000 at least if it ran that is. The repair by the dealership has been denied and contacting the manufacturer has been useless. Both basically say its my problem but I feel its not since people who purchased toyota trucks known to have problem are still stuck with this major defect on a part that should last the life of your vehicle.

Filed May 11, 2005 · Transmission · 112,500 miles · GA

1) vehicle became increasingly difficult to drive. 2) clutch pedal bracket (support sub-assy/part # - 55106-34010) cracked along with firewall weakness made vehicle undrivable. 3) replaced clutch pedal bracket. Old part is available.

Filed Dec 23, 2003 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · OR

The gear shift lever snapped off while backing out of a parking space. The dealer is aware of the problem, but the manufacturer is not.

Filed Jan 14, 2003 · Steering · 180,857 miles · CA

Pitman arm broke backing out of driveway. Arm showed corrosion 1/4 to 1/3 in diameter from apparent manufacturing defect. *ph *jb **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**770844

Filed Mar 15, 2002 · Transmission · OK

Consumer stated the clutch bracket broke, the firewall is weak and will eventually break, consumer stated the bracket broke in 1996 and was welded back together, however in dec 2001, while vehicle was in motion, the bracket broke at the point where the hinge bolt of the clutch pedal goes through the bracket, the metal of the bracket was broken and the clutch would not move straight, it would only move side to side and not pushing the master cylinder plunger, rendering the vehicle from going into gear.

Filed Feb 11, 2002 · Transmission · OK

Consumer stated taht the clutch bracket broke at firewall.

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Questions about the 1993 Toyota T100

Is the 1993 Toyota T100 reliable?

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the 1993 Toyota T100, fewer than a typical T100 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1993 Toyota T100?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 6 complaints. Next is body (3).

How many recalls does the 1993 Toyota T100 have?

1 recall, covering steering.

What year does the Toyota T100 have bad transmission?

The Toyota T100 model years with the most transmission complaints are 1996 (26 complaints), 1995 (22 complaints) and 1997 (18 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1993 Toyota T100 get?

Official estimates for the 1993 Toyota T100 range from 16 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 19-20 city and 23-26 highway.

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