2001 Toyota Tundra Disc Problems
- 17
- 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.
What owners report
- front disc · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Caliper · Disc
There was a severe vibration in my front brakes when driving with my pickup bed loaded with wood and coming down a hill. Also, happened to a lesser extent when pickup bed was empty and coming off the freeway on a downslope. Had my brakes serviced, and was advised of tsb br004-02. Front brake calipers, backing plates, brake hoses, wheel bearings, oil seals and flange bolts were replaced. Because the vehicle is out of…
ODI 10107987
Disc · Suspension
On my 2001 tundra, when appling the brakes there is sever vibration causing the whole truck to vibrate. The dealership replaced the front and rear brakes but the vibration still occurs. It has caused the tires to wear excessivly and there is only 20,000 miles on the truck. *ak
ODI 10021399
Disc
Toyota tundra 2001 brake damage caused by defective design. Brakes fail prematurely due to inadequate brake design. Only a few hard brake incidents cause front disc rotor warpage. Toyota will not replace and instead blames customer. Even if customer follows toyota recommended driving practices ("brake as little as possible") failure still occurs due to impossibility of following these directions. Please force toyota…
ODI 10163989
Disc
The truck has been back to the dealer for shimmy on high speed braking, and has had 3 sets of brakes, and is now doing it again.*ak
ODI 758636
Disc
Brake rotors continue to become warped from excessive heat in normal braking conditions. Dealers have instructed about tsb, but have ruled that my vehicle is exempt due to mileage being outside of the original manufacturer's warranty period. Problem manifested itself prior to expiration of warranty period and was never resolved. Dt
ODI 768686
Disc
Approx. 3 months after purcasing my truck the brakes would grab intermitently upon application and also vibrate, dealership did the repair under warranty. The dealership replaced rotors and pads to dealer spec's. At 28,100. Miles i will be calling the dealer again for the same problem. When will toyota corp. Admitt there is a problem with the braking system ? The brakes on my truck have never felt right.*ak
ODI 766235
Disc
Rotors and drums warp very easily and need to be replaced. Toyota knows it is a problem and is still selling the vehicle.*ak
ODI 764358
Disc
Front disc brakes have to be changed every five thousand miles since date of purchase. Dealer has been contacted. *ak
ODI 897208
Disc
While driving 35 to 45 mph and applying brakes vehicle will vibrate. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced disc and disc pads, but problem still exists.*ak
ODI 8003830
Disc
This brake vibration problem has occurred 4 times with each new brake overhaul. The dealer repair has been attempted 4 times (10219, 11693, 13663, 17824 miles) but still no resolution. I currently have 19100 miles and need repair for the 5th time to avoid possible incident on the roadways. I consider this to be a serious safety issue.*ak
ODI 762557
Disc
The truck vibrates while applying the brakes. I have brought it to the dealer three times and the problem returns. It does not feel safe when it shudders violently while braking and turning. Nhtsa needs to work with toyota to find a better solution.*jb
ODI 762442
Disc
Not enough space, please contact me at [xxx]. No safety defect listed. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 767548
Disc
Both front rotors warped. Service tech. Stated "the rear brakes were not adjusting properly, causing the front rotors to overheat.*ak
ODI 748557
Disc
I own a 2001 toyota tundra sr5 extra cab 4x4. At 15392 miles i began feeling a shutter/vibration from my brakes when braking at speeds above 40 miles an hour. I took it to the dealer who said he had one other vehicle with the same problem. They stated that the truck warped the rear drums and front rotors. After repairing the problem, i have gone between 500-4000 miles between the problem occurring again. In each…
ODI 759107
Disc
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ODI 753173
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Disc · Drum
At 8,900 miles excessive wear of front disc pads and rear drums due to defective rotors being out of round. Dealer notified, and replaced rotors/ rear drums, and front disc pads. But, problem still occurring. *ak customer states heater not working, dealer found heater cable loose. *tt
ODI 898905
Disc
Under heavy braking down hill at 60 mph the vehicle vibrated rapidly. I do not have anti-lock brakes, but there was heavy vibration with the brakes.
ODI 764685