Shaking while braking that doesn't go away after continuous brake work
2000 Toyota Tundra brakes complaints
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I am the original owner of a 2000 toyota tundra sr5 access cab 4x4 with 34,700 miles on it. At approximately 30,000 miles, I began noticing moderate pulsation/vibration when applying brakes, especially from speeds over 50 MPH. At 34,000 miles, I took the vehicle to a midas shop in phoenix, az, who told me I had 60%+ wear left on my brakes before they needed replacing, but suggested that machining the brake rotors would eliminate said vibration. This was done, but two weeks later the vibration returned. As this seemed very unusual to me, I began investigating and found that there seem to be thousands of complaints from other tundra owners describing the exact same problem I am experiencing. Also discovered was the fact that toyota has issued numerous technical service bulletins on this problem which indirectly indicate that it produced the vehicle with brakes that were not strong enough to hold up to the heat generated on this vehicle. Some customers are having their brake components replaced with better ones at no charge. Comparatively, toyota service departments in my area have been very uncooperative. At best, they are replacing some parts, but require that I pay the labor. I believe this is a fundamental design flaw as opposed to a minor inconvenience, as brakes that do not hold up under normal wear pose a major safety concern. Also, consumers should not have to pay to have manufacturers' hazardous design defects fixed, regardless of warranty period.
Front end wobbled when the consumer depressed the brake pedal. Dealership turned the rotors, but that provided a temporary solution. Dealership indicated that there was a technical service bulletin on this issue that indicated this problem was caused by the calipers which were too small.
I own a 2000 tundra with severe brake problems. I bought my tundra used with 38,000 miles from the dealer. Since I've had it I put 67,000 miles on it, and 2 set of rotars, and have to resureface them ever 5,000 to 10,000 miles. I believe toyota should be responsible for the cost of the upgrade which is $1,700.00, also reimbursement of all cost associated with brake problems. There are so many other complaints about this problem I don't know why there is no recall. It is pathetic to think that someone will have to die before the goverment or toyota recalls all tundra's with bad brakes.
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.
While driving over 30 MPH, when the brakes were pressed, the entire vehicle shuddered. The consumer's mechanic found that the rotors were "out of round". The rotors were machined twice for this problem. The dealer was aware of the problem but did not inform the consumer. The manufacturer was not aware of the problem. *jb the vehicle was fixed two times for the same problem. It was found to be a brake system defect. Toyota would not cover repair due to the vehicle being over 30k miles. The consumer requested reimbursement of the repair cost.
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.
Vibration occurs when front brakes are engaged.
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.)
Problems with the brake indicator lamp on the dash turning on when apply brakes. The indicator light becomes active when the weather reaches a temperature of 32 degree or lower. I reported this problem to a toyota dealer when the vehicle was under warranty. Toyota found no problem at the time of service.
Warped rotors! Have had them turned and pads replaced but came right back (severe pulsating and increased stopping distance). Lot of money and time spent!
Repeated problems with brake vibration on 2000 toyota tundra. Repairs completed per tsb's by toyota dealership in 2001 under warranty. Brake vibration problem returned less than 15,000 miles later. This is a very serious problem that affects the performance of the brakes. This should be a recall effort by toyota before someone is injured due to brake failure.
There has been a consistent problem with the front brakes in my 2000 toyota tundra. They go out approximately every 20,000-25,000 miles and they also get mushy for no discernible reason. There has been a technical service bulletin issued on this problem stating that there is a design problem dictating the replacement of the entire front brake assembly including the calipers back plate etc. The total for this work is over $1100.00. My mechanic stated that if it were an american car this would have been recalled and the work done at the auto companies expense... I purchased this truck new and the expense of replacing the brakes so often is a financial burden to me and I definitely cannot afford $1100.00 to have the brakes replaced. They should have been done right in the first place. Is there anything that can be done about this? Thank you, [xxx]. *la information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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.*ak *jb
Toyota tundra brakes pulsate and the whole truck vibrates when stopping. Dealer is unable to fix the problem.
I too have the same braking problems as every one else. I now have 65,000 miles and have had rotors turned once and just installed new front rotors. Also replaced front and rear brakes. Now toyota say the will do the tsb for a $200.00 deductible. I want it done for nothing. I won't stop until they do it right.
Brake problem.
My 2000 toyota tundra has a recurring brake issues that have been ignored by the dealership in nc, as well as corporate toyota. I have had the front rotors machined in the past while the intermittent rear brake lock up has been chalked up as "unable to reproduce" by the dealer. So, to this day it has gone unrepaired. At this time, toyota tells me that all of my braking components need to be replaced; however, they will only pay for 50% of the costs ($2500.00), since my warranty has now expired even though I have only 34,000 miles on my truck. The tundra's brakes have been well documented as having severe problems, but a recall has not been issued. I feel this truck is unsafe and I will not subject my family members to such a vehicle.
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.
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!
Pulsating brakes, that the manufacturer will not correct.
I have a 2000 tundra with about 28,000 miles. It vibrates when the brakes are applied. The brakes have been repaired four times starting at about 8,000 miles; however, the problem recurred. The dealer told me the front rotors have been replaced twice. They have not been replaced. They were grounded three times. Toyota issued a front brake technical service bulletin (tsb) on 03/10/2000 applicable to the 2000 tundra. Toyota issued a rear brake tsb on 10/17/2000 applicable to the 2000 and 2001 tundra. Toyota issued a rear brake tsb on 09/16/2002 applicable to the 2000, 2001 and 2002 tundra. Toyota issued a front brake tsb on 09/16/2002 applicable to the 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 tundra. According to toyota written information the front brake problem has a defective caliper assemblies. The rear problem is brake drums with insufficient mass and defective adjusters. (I got tsb and repair manual information on techinfo.toyota.com after a $50 subscription fee.) I presented all this to toyota's dispute settlement mechanism under the magnuson-moss warranty act (15 u.s.c. Sections 2301-2312 and 16 cfr section 703). The mechanism is administered by national center for dispute settlement (ncds). The toyota representative admitted during the hearing that the brakes were non-conforming/defective. The arbitration process was grossly flawed. Most defective was the arbitrator based his decision on a non-applicable state law instead of the magnuson-moss warranty act. Ncds told him to consider the non-applicable law. Magnuson-moss is very specific if they can't fix it after a reasonable number of attempts; they replace it or buy it back with no depreciation. Toyota's california executive office position is since the federal safety agency has not issued a recall, the vehicles are still usable and magnuson-moss does not apply. The federal safety agency should do something about the above. My email address is [xxx]. *la information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I have a severe vibration in the vehicle when braking from 30 MPH or higher. I had the brakes replaced and rotors resurfaced. The vibration reappears within a matter of days. An ase mechanic did all the work and used original toyota parts. The last time I took the vehicle for repair, I was advised that my calipers were the culprit and that it would cost nearly $1,000 to replace them. I took the vehicle to my dealer for warranty service on this item since the truck had under 60,000 miles. The dealer stated that the warranty had expired and that I would need to pay for complete system replacement. I have never owned a vehicle where the brake system needed replacement with 50,000 miles. My research has revealed many other people with the same problem. I believe this to be a major safety concern that needs to be addressed before someone is seriously injured or killed due to brake failure.
Letter to toyota: we just had our daughter's 2000 tundra in for brake service at the dealer. The brakes have a vibration and are in need of replacement. The dealer has said that toyota would replace the brakes if: 1) we live in a mountainous region (we do) and 2) the truck has less than 36,000 miles (55,700). Dealer wanted $2000+ for updated front calipers and wheel bearings. Ouch! Our dealer also said that toyota has acknowleged that the brakes on these vehicles were under-designed for mountain driving. My daughter has experienced a severe shaking problem when applying the brakes. To make matters worse, my daughter is an avid snowboarder and regularly travels over mountain passes in winter to ski areas. We are scared to death to have her drive this truck anymore. Clearly this is not a warranty issue but is a design problem and should be repaired by toyota regardless of mileage. Handling your mistake in this manner is not acceptable to those of us who purchased your vehicle in good faith in fact, we have purchase 3 toyotas in the past four years and I can assure you, this is our last. Weak customer support! Response: for further clarification, a tsb is a how-to guide for toyota dealerships that explains repair procedures, required tools, etc.; no funding is attached to tsbs; that is, the issuance of a tsb does not mean that toyota funds the cost of the performance of the repair or procedure described in the tsb. We regret that that you remain dissatisfied with toyota's position. Please accept our apologies for this situation and for any inconvenience you may have been caused; your comments will remain on file at our national headquarters. As you have been made aware, the responsibility for repair costs remains with the owner of the vehicle once the warranty has expired. As toyota has provided its final position in this matter, there is no further action to be taken by toyota. How's that for a canned reply???
Problems with braking system. *mr please refer to odi#10020650. The consumer felt that this was a manufacturer's defect. *scc
There is a problem with the brakes on my 2000 toyota tundra sr5 access cab 4x4. I have had a vibration when attempting to stop for several months before having the rotors resurfaced. Now, less than 5,000 miles later my truck is almost uncontrollable when stopping from highway speeds (50 MPH+). According to several posts on the internet, this is not an isolated problem. I would like to add my complaint to any that have been submitted before this problem takes a life.
The vehicles brake rotors and drums were warped and caused extended stopping distance when braking. *nlm there was a vibration when braking, the tire seemed to be worn on the inside, the A/C made a noise when turned on high, and the front seat belt did not retract at times. *scc
I have a 2000 toyota tundra with only 29,900 miles. I have experienced severe vibration upon braking. Braking distance has increased tremendously. I have become aware that this premature wear on the braking system is common with this vehicle and believe that a recall should be implemented in order to replace the brake system at no charge to the consumer.
My 2000 toyota tundra started vibrating severally at around 15000 miles. Toyota fixed the problem, and at 31000 miles the problem came back. Unfortunately I was not able to contact toyota for repair until two days prior to three year anniversary of purchase, half hour before closing at a weekend. Toyota refuses to fix my problem, helpful customer service said that I was out of luck. Bumper to bumper warranty would have expired by the time I could take it in.
2000 toyota tundra braking problems.this truck has had the front brakes fixed 4 times and the back 4 times.it started at 16583 miles and has continued since.now at 63000 miles it will take $$3200$$ to they say fix the problem.I have already spent $$1500$$ on braking problems and still no fix. Between toyota and customer service they don't help you they would rather argue about it than to fix this very dangerous problem. Every 5000 to 10000 miles the brakes have been repaired at toyota dealerships .
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