2000 Toyota Tundra: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Aug 1, 2010 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 14,000 miles · WV

I have a 2000 toyota tundra which has had numerous problems with the front and rear brakes. The front brakes were "repaired" within the first 4,000 miles of driving but the front disc rotors continue to warp within 10-15,000 miles of additional "repairs". The rear brakes are frequently bathed in oil from leaking rear-ed seals caused, I'm told, by plugged rear-end vents. The vent has been cleaned or replaced and the rear seals replaced five times in the history of the car (now 109,000 miles). The bias between the brakes is extremely favoring the front brakes and the ABS has not worked for some time. Panic braking, especially in rain-soaked or snow-covered surfaces entirely is entirely insufficient and dangerous. I have been very disappointed by toyota's responsiveness to these problems and seeming inability to fix these problems. I've read numerous similar complaints from other tundra owners. This is a pervasive, persistent and life-threatening design flaw that is, apparently, unfixable.

Filed May 17, 2008 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · CO

I drive a 2000 toyota tundra and have been recently appalled at non only my vehicle's brake performance but the amount of listings with the same complaint! And yet, no recall has been made. My brake rotors need repair, by ABS kicks in even on dry surfaces at low speeds. This happens regularly and has caused numerous close-calls. The fact that a recall has not been mandated is inexcusable.

Filed Jun 13, 2005 · Brakes · 68,000 miles · PR · crash · 6 injuries

Purchased 2000 toyota tundra in 2004 with ABS light on and rear end noise. Truck vibrates significantly when break is used down hill. Toyota agreed to inspect and repair if any problem existed. Toyota states that the noise was a parking brake cable and the breaks should be used "smoothly", taking care not to hit it too hard. The day after pick up from service department a major accident occured when at 45 MPH the brakes locked up causing vehicle to slide 75 feet impacting two other vehicles that were totaled out. The tundra rear-ended a small car. Dammage was to the upper left side of the tundra and all the way to the middle of the engine area, as the top of the tundra was forced into a downward position by the left front tire locking up. No air bag deployed. Not the driver or passenger side. 3 minor injuries to 3 people inside tundra. Neck injury to driver of first vehicle impacted. Toyota verbally stated to family member that they knew it was a problem. Body work finnished and insurance paid bill. Breaks still lock up even at low speeds. Using breaks on a hill cause truck to shake. Break pads replaced and breaks still do not function as required. Toyota denies any problem with breaks.

Filed Feb 24, 2004 · Brakes · AZ

While driving consumer applied the brakes and a loud knocking noise was heard coming from the driver's side wheel. Consumer drove vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that calipers and ABS brakes were not in compliance with this vehicle. Mechanic replaced the calipers and ABS brakes.

Filed Aug 2, 2001 · Brakes · NV

Brakes warp (front and rear) cause vehicle to shake violently when brakes are applied dealer repaired 3 times and then told me it was my fault - no more warranty repairs. Since then I have talked to numerous people with same problem. Toyota employees even acknowledge there is a problem. Several complaints from other owners listed on the internet. Vibration causes ABS to activate prematurely - unsafe!

Filed Jun 25, 2001 · Brakes · CA

When brakes are applied ABS brake system seized, causing total brake failure, nearly resulting in a collision . Also, there are signs of metal chafings inside wheel well. Cause has not been determined. Please give any further details.

Filed Dec 1, 2000 · Brakes · CO · crash

Abs brakes are ineffective on ice.competent driver locked out of ability to stop,