2000 Toyota Tundra: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Jul 31, 2014 · Brakes · 7,000 miles · NV

I am the original owner and my 2000 tundra has always had extreme vibration when braking. The dealer has replaced the brake rotors several times and the vibration returns again and again. The vibration always gets worse if you have to slam on the brakes in an emergency. The frontend feels like it is going to being torn apart when the anti-lock breaking system is engaged, there is a horrible grinding noise with wheel hop with vibration at the time. This also happens under wet conditions when braking.the rotors are then damaged and you notice a constant vibration under breaking after that. The vibration is much more severe at highway speeds. Passengers always notice the vibrations when braking anytime. The vibration is also felt in the steering column and brake pedal. Every owner that I have spoken with has this same problem. I am shocked that the federal safety agency has never addressed this issue.

Filed Aug 18, 2011 · Suspension · 94,929 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra pickup. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, there was a metallic grinding sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The leaf suspension bracket rusted and detached from the frame, penetrating the cargo box. There was damages on both sides of the rear suspension. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were contacted. The failure mileage was 94,929.

Filed Jun 30, 2010 · Body, Steering · CT

2000 toyota tundra. Consumer writes to express discontent about treatment at a toyota dealer in regards to repairs *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle began making a squeaking noise. The vehicle was inspected and the consumer was informed that the left rear shackle needed to be replaced. When the vehicle was being lifted, the frame broke because it was severely corroded. The consumer then learned that the vehicle had been recalled for frame corrosion. The consumer stated she and her husband were never notified of a recall. The consumer was informed the rear leaf springs, the front lower arms, rear shocks and steering rack needed to be replaced. The consumer believed it was related to the broken frame. But, toyota refused responsibility of any other repairs.

Filed Jan 30, 2009 · Body · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While driving 20 MPH, the contact heard a mild grinding noise coming from one of the wheels. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the technician stated that the frame was rusted up to 16 inches in some places on the frame. The technician advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact took the vehicle to the frame dealer and was informed to call the manufacturer. The vehicle was not inspected and no repairs were made. He called the manufacturer and was informed that no compensation would be made because the warranty was expired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 68,000.

Filed May 20, 2004 · Brakes · AL

The front end of the vehicle shimmied when the brakes were applied. No grinding noise was heard. The manufacturer has a tsb for this problem but they refuse to fix the consumer's vehicle because it is out of warranty. *mr

Filed May 17, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · SC

Brake rotors have needed replacing several times since new because they warp. Poor design flaw. O2 sensor replaced under warranty at close to 58k miles, then 2 more o2 sensors went out @ 103k miles. Very expensive to replace... Cost me $435. *ak I have complained to 2 different dealers that my front left wheel may have a bad wheel bearing, but they say they can't find anything wrong. All I know is it constantly squeaks and it has nothing to do with the brakes because the noise does not change when you apply the brakes or drive along down the road at slow or highway speeds.

Filed Dec 29, 2003 · Brakes · 67,000 miles · AZ

Brake problems on 2000 tundra ; this vehicle was purchased new, by myself, in april, 2000. On 5-31-01, at 21,506 miles, I took the vehicle to the dealership for warranty work on the brakes. I had complained of vibrations while braking. The dealership told me they had many such complaints regarding this vehicle. They installed a kit which transferred some of the braking load from the front wheels to the rear, thus reducing the tendency of the rotors to overheat and warp, it was explained to me. They also replaced the pads and shoes, and turned the rotors. The brakes were satisfactory until I had a normal brake-job on 7-14-03, at 62,040 miles, which I had performed at a goodyear shop in lake havasu city, az. The rotors were turned, (for the second time, counting the warentee work) and new pads were installed. By mid-november, at around 65,500 miles, I noticed a pulsating, "grinding" sound eminating from the front end at low speed, which would go away when the brakes were applied. By the end of december, at 67,000 miles, a major vibration has developed in the front end of the vehicle when the brakes are applied. It is so pronounced that I am hesitent to operate the vehicle out of town. From perusing the internet, it is apparent that many tundra drivers are having the same problem; it would seem that a design flaw exists in the braking system of this otherwise fine automobile. I ask that this agency look into the matter and mandate corrective action on the part of toyota, if deemed proper. Thank you. Alan k. Whitney officer, arizona highway patrol (ret.)

Filed Sep 11, 2000 · Transmission · OK

4x4 system will grind gears and pop out of 4-lo back to 4-hi.