2001 Toyota Tundra Automatic Transmission Problems
- 15
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
I was traveling down i-95 south in the dc area when suddenly the vehicle began to loose power causing the vehicle to decelerate in rush hour traffic. I managed to make it to the top of the hill and drift down to the bottom of the hill. *tr
ODI 10352811
Automatic Transmission · Driveline
At first shifting transmission into gear was extremely difficult, and impossible a few times. I had thought that it was the linkage that was dried out and sticking. Transmission is skipping 3rd gear shift and slamming into overdrive with a nerve racking bang, especially at highway speeds when accelerating. Transmission has not been repaired at this time. *tr
ODI 10244265
Automatic Transmission
On the day of the malfunction, i had stopped at a red light. In my home town, after a 60 mile trip to ri. The engine died. Repeatedly 3 or 4 times with the lever in park, i would start my 2001 toyota tundra. Engaging the lever, the engine would die. Vehicle towed to dealer, who informed me the transmission was no good. 72,110 registered on odometer. 4 weeks previous to that date, i had difficulty shifting the lever.…
ODI 10240343
Automatic Transmission
The automatic transmission gear selector lever arm on my 2001 toyota tundra fell off when i tried to shift into drive. I found that the metal connection of the lever arm had sheared off the assembly on the steering column. If this had occurred while the vehicle was being driven (i.e. When shifting into a lower gear on a hill) it could have had severe consequences. *tr
ODI 10232462
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. The contact heard a thumping noise while driving. Shortly thereafter, while accelerating to 40 mph, the vehicle lost power but did not shut off. The vehicle was safely pulled over and towed to a mechanic. There were no warning indicators. The local mechanic was unable to diagnose the cause of failure, but believes it may be the transmission. The purchase date was unknown.…
ODI 10192662
Automatic Transmission
Driving in fast lane on hwy, every time i accelerated there was a funny noise proceeded to get louder, started making my way to the shoulder, gradually lost power and then felt a "snap" when i got to the shoulder. Called for a tow and sat on the shoulder of the road where two highways merge for 45 min. At 8:00pm on a sat. Night in the middle of a really bad rain storm. Very unsafe conditions! Towed truck to a…
ODI 10178976
Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70 mph, a grinding noise was heard and the vehicle lost power. The grinding noise became louder and the vehicle was maneuvered off the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent transmission repair shop, who determined the entire transmission needed to be replaced. *nm
ODI 10176156
Automatic Transmission
My 2001 tundra, v-6, sr5 access cab truck turned 105,000 miles recently. My transmission started shifting very hard one day. I took the truck and had the transmission fluid changed and it seem to get better for a while, then the overdrive began to make a roar when it would engage. Shifting between gears 1-3 works fine, but when overdrive kicks in, the noise and vibrations occur. I took my truck to multiple…
ODI 10151523
Automatic Transmission
1. Driving in town traffic. While stopping at an intersection with stop sign. Started to drive through intersection and herd and felt clunking and grinding, including jerking of the truck. The truck would not drive. Had to get out of truck and push by hand to the side of road. Called aaa to have vehicle towed to valley-hi toyota. 2. Dealeship stated that it would be $78.00 to check the transmission and give me a…
ODI 10093492
Automatic Transmission
I purchased a toyota tundra brand new from the dealer. I have never taken my truck to any other mechanic shop for service. I am diligent in keeping up my maintenance service and do so only at the place of purchase. At around 24k miles, transmission blew out. I towed the vehicle to the dealer. It was replaced and covered under warranty. At 84k miles, transmission blew out again. I towed the vehicle to the dealer to…
ODI 10090990
Automatic Transmission
My 2001 toyota tundra has 71,000 miles and i and having transmissin problems. The vehicle is currently at an aamco and needs a full transmission rebuilt. I want to know if this is a reaccuring problem from other toyota customers. I aslo know of two ohers with the sames related issues. I would appreciate a responce. Sincerley, fidel delgado. *ak
ODI 10072825
Automatic Transmission · Pads · Rotor
2001 toyota tundra brakes shake excessively even after replacing them with new ones. Transmission makes a loud thump when going into overdrive. *la
ODI 10045535
Automatic Transmission
Yes i have a 2001 toyota tundra that the transmission exploded going down the highway almost causing us to get wiped out. There was no reason for the transmission going out except a parts failure. Its our understanding that this has happened to quite a few of the 2001 tundras. There needs to be a recall thank you and have a good day. *jb
ODI 10179288
Automatic Transmission · Service Brakes, Air
Just like another consumer listed i too had a failed transmission. The cost to repair was around $3,100.00. A barely 4 yr old truck should not have lost a transmission already. We own a 1970 model chev p/u that has never had a transmission. The quality of toyota has not stood up to the cost of the "better" manufactured vehicle. I am truly disapointed in the quality, one of the handles in the back has stripped out…
ODI 10100854
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector fails when trying to move the selector from park to reverse to drive. Also from drive to reverse to park. The problem has degraded to the point that all i have available at this time is neutral and drive. The dealer has told me that the cable that runs from the column selector to the transmission is kinked and will need to be replaced. The cable is special order which leads me to believe that…
ODI 767599