2000 Toyota Tundra Rotor Problems
- 69
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 69 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- front rotors · 11 records
- rotors replaced · 9 records
- brake rotors · 8 records
- brake pads · 8 records
- applying brakes · 7 records
- shake violently · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Rotor
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…
ODI 10036749
Rotor
Continuing brake vibration problem - spent $800+ and latest toyota tsb requires an expenditure of $1600+ to possibly fix problem. *nlm
ODI 10018539
Rotor
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.…
ODI 10052199
Rotor
Letter expressing dissatisfaction with toyota's customer service policies. (nar) *ph defective brakes on vehicle. *cb
ODI 10066964
Rotor
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!*ak
ODI 10047731
Caliper · Pads · Rotor
On 9/22/05 i submitted complaint information, however, my phone # was incorrect and - correct # [xxx]. Also, i indicated my brake system to be air activated it is not - it is fluid activated. The following is a repeat of my compliant: on 9/17/05 i was informed by my toyota dealer that my 2000 toyota model tundra, pickup had major modification to the brake system by toyota company. Note i bought this truck new.…
ODI 10137338
Rotor
Consumer states that the front rotors have been replaced twice, and now needs to be replaced for a third time due to warpage, consumer was informed by mechanic that this is a known problem with the alloy chosen for the rotors.*jb
ODI 785848
Rotor
Front rotors continue to warp under normal driving. Dealer claims it is a normal wear item and doesn't want to replace.m *ak
ODI 747815
Rotor
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! *ak
ODI 749623
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Brake pedal vibrates, brake rotors warp when they get warm. *ak
ODI 739412
Rotor
Rotors warp after only a few weeks. Have replaced a number of times with "improved" rotors without any help. Toyota knew of this problem and fixed many but will not fix my 2000 tundra. Jb
ODI 10169763
Rotor
Pulsating brakes on toyota tundra since car was 3 months old. Multiple warranty repairs performed, which temporarily cured problem. The truck is out of warranty now, and continues to have severe pulsating. I know many other tundra owners with the same problem. *nlm
ODI 10023955
Drum · Rotor
When applying brakes there is pulsation in front rear tire. Rotors and drums are wearing out prematurely. Consumer has been to dealer 4 times for same problem.*ak
ODI 895595
Drum · Pads · Rotor
2000 tundra brake vibration issue; purchased as company truck oct 1999, took to dealer at 15k for brake vibration; states rotors and pads replaced but it never really got better, i just got used to it. Could not constantly take truck in to loose for 2-3 days the dealer required so i began using my personal mechanic of years. Personal mechanic replaced pads and turned rotors at 59k, personal mechanic changed 2 oxygen…
ODI 10193979
Drum · Macpherson Strut · Pads · Rotor
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. *ak
ODI 10055970
Caliper · Pads · Rotor
The vehicle experienced excessive brake failures. Had to replace brake pads at 22000 miles and again at 40000 miles respectively. Then, at 48000 miles, the entire brake system failed, and had to be rebuilt with new rotors/ calipers and pads. Vehicle was experiencing extreme vibration when braking from speeds over 40 mph.*ak ph *jb
ODI 10024336
Rotor
Brakes overheat on truck, replace front brakes rotors, at 40,000 miles brakes chattering and over heating and losing stopping power.
ODI 9005100
Rotor
After putting a few thousand miles on truck, consumer would apply the brakes and steering wheel would vibrate in hands. Brakes on truck have been changed twice. Mechanic had indicated the problem was with the rotors.*ak consumer replaced rotors, drums, tires, shocks and balanced wheels, problems with warped drums and vibration still exist. *tt
ODI 898132
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
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. *ak
ODI 891102