2001 Toyota Tundra Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
- 29
- 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 29 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pads · 6 records
- premature corrosion · 4 records
- parking brake · 4 records
- rotors replaced · 4 records
- brakes replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2001 toyota tundra complaint: while i was driving in the city all of a sudden i lost 90% of my braking ability. After pulling over to the side and inspecting my front brakes i notice my left driver's side had fluid on the road and tire. Limping it home and on farther inspection the bracket that supports the flex line from the frame to bracket and the ridged line from the bracket to the brake caliper was rusted off,…
ODI 10433603
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brakes pulsate and go all the way to the floor; you must quickly release and re-apply to stop vehicle then you get a bad vibration and horrible noises before vehicle finally stops. My service mechanic cannot get toyota to fax him the diagrams he needs to diagnose and repair issue. I have read over 300 complaints online about this same issue from other 2001 toyota tundra owners. This is a safety issue and there have…
ODI 10437314
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, he applied the brakes and the vehicle would not slow down until the contact engaged the brakes aggressively before the vehicle came to a complete stop. The manufacturer was contacted and told him to contact the dealer. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unavailable the current mileage…
ODI 10404006
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Im on the third set of front brakes for my truck which just turned 60000 miles and it is a 2001 toyota tundra. This is totally unacceptable for a vehicle of this mileage. *tr
ODI 10389667
Mechanical · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Toyota tundra brake issue. My truck brakes start to pulse at all speed while attempting to stop. I have inside the last two years replaces three sets of front brake pads and rotors. This is particularly frightening while apply the brakes exiting the freeway on wet roads the brakes don't seem to want to stop the truck in a straight line and the front end has a tendency to jump and drift to one side of the road. I…
ODI 10315580
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2001 tundra brakes failed to stop truck from hitting vehicle in front on a sudden stop on the interstate. Found out later that toyota knew of defective brakes and issued tsb br004-002 to replace 191mm front brake calipers with larger 231 mm calipers within the warranty period, but did not notify owners of the defect. Only owners who complained of vibration when braking and early failure of front rotors and brake…
Crash reported
ODI 10316747
Frame And Members · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My 2001 toyota tundra sr5 4wd. Access cab pick-up truck has a rusted out frame. My truck broke down on the highway(may 1st) i towed it to my mechanic shop. My mechanic replaced an oxygen sensor that had rusted away on the exhaust system. Further inspected the vehicle and said it had extreme corrosion (rust) on the frame, brake line connections, suspension mounts, exhaust system...."rust everywhere". He suggested it…
ODI 10292290
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 2001 toyota tundra. It presently has ~80k miles on it. Since i've owned it which was ~40k miles, it has required several brake replacements and towards the end of life of each one the truck vibrates excessively when i brake. *tr
ODI 10261083
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brakes on my 2001 toyota tundra began to pulsate violently when coming to a stop. Toyota has a tsb on this brake problem (br004-02), but with 78,000 on vehicle, they will not fix it, although they know it is a design flaw. Toyota needs a recall on these vehicles. I am the original owner. *tr
ODI 10245601
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Original owner of 2001 toyota tundra. Needed new front brake pads at 45k miles, needed front rotors turned at 60k miles, performed by toyota. Now 6k miles later, it needs rotors turned again due to repeat warpage. Toyota has been aware of this design defect, technical service bulletins have been issued, yet no recalls have been issued. Another bulletin was in place for the defective rear brake adjuster, which will…
ODI 10226499
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at 35 mph, the brake pedal went all the way down to the floorboard. Although brake pressure was applied, the brakes did not respond, and the vehicle drove off the roadway. The contact engaged the emergency parking brake which stopped the vehicle. Upon initial inspection by the contact, it was determined there was brake fluid leaking from underneath the rear of…
ODI 10174705
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brake rotors doesn't seem to be large enough for the vehicle, resulting in excessive wear and trouble stopping vehicle especially going down grades. I have to have brakes replaced at least once a year. *nm
ODI 10171763
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dt*: the contact stated the brake pads and rotors were too small for the vehicle. The rotors were machined three times. The problem reoccurred after only two months. When the brake were applied, the whole front end wobbled and shook. The dealership was made aware of the problem.
ODI 10166324
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I bought a 2001 toyota tundra in july of 2004. The truck had 64,000 miles. I have replace my brakes and had my rotors turned many time. The truck continually warps the rotors and has severe shaking when i brake. Toyota sent out a tsb only to cover the warranty vehicles. They know they have a problem but refuse to fix them. I have done my research and there are thousands of people out there with the same problem. The…
ODI 10164529
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 2001 toyota tundra and have been experiencing brake vibration prolbems for years. Toyota has recently been grievously irresponsible about issuing warnings and recall notices on its toyota tundra trucks. There is little question that a design flaw in the tundra causes front rotors to warp very quickly, causing the truck to shudder during braking. Toyota even issued a technical service bulletin, but toyota…
ODI 10160025
Equipment · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I bought my 2001 toyota tundra in febuary of 2005. When ide bought the brakes where in good shape. After just 3 months of driving my truck started shaking violently when applying the brakes at higher speeds (30-55mph). I took it to a mechanic and he said that the brakes were shot and that the rotors were in need of turning. I proceeded with the repairs and was back on the road again till two nights ago. My family…
Crash reported
ODI 10133648
Parking Brake · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension · Underbody Shields
Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). Due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). Power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. Approx mileage 150,000. Front suspension links rotted out. Called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. They issued a…
ODI 10457866
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). Due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). Power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. Approx mileage 150,000. Front suspension links rotted out. Called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. They issued a…
ODI 10457859
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. When the contact applied pressure to the brake pedal, he felt sporadic pulsations. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice and they replaced the brake rotor and related components in the braking system. Several months after the repair, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 38,000 and current mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10249967
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My 2001 tundra vibrated so bad when i went to slow down form highway speeds. The vibration is so bad the truck steering and dash shake i have replaced the rotors and drums i think the problem is the rear drums having to do with the bypass valve sending fluid back to the brake peddle or some thing because it only happens when the 2 drums lop so the auto bake adjust. *tr
ODI 10316447
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I am 2nd owner of truck for 2 yr. 1st owner had brake shutter on stopping, and took to dealer. They wanted to replace frt pads/surface rotors. They wanted $300.00 more than anyone to fix. Had brakes replaced at local garage. I bought truck, and had shutter in brakes, called dealer, and they said that after 36k miles they would fix the brakes for $2000-$2500.00, and now there is a tsb for the rear brakes, and that…
ODI 10154012
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl* the contact own a 2001 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the steering wheel began to vibrate vigorously. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. The technician stated that the rotors would have to be replaced. The failure continued after the rotors were replaced. The mechanic then stated that the failure may be occurring because the vehicle's…
ODI 10436646
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
After having my brakes replaced at the dealership under the technical service bulletins issued by toyota, i had to return due to severe shuddering in the front end. The tsb required my brakes to be replaced in full (front and rear). The resolution on the 15 may 2003 was to turn the drums and reduce my tire pressure below the tire manufacturers recommended pressure rating. *jb
ODI 10018909
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Braking system in 2001 tundra: rotors and drums are badly warped causing severe vibration when braking at higher speeds (above 30 mph).*jb
ODI 10016973
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dt*: the contact stated that on several occasions while driving 50 mph on normal conditions and than applying the brakes, the vehicle shimmies and bounces in an up and down motion until the brakes are released. The vehicle was taken to the dealer when problems first occurred where the brake pads and rotors were replaced however problem has gradually worsened over time. The manufacturer determined there was a recall…
ODI 10163524
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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