1993 Toyota T100
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1993
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1993: 20 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 75 |
| 1996 | 109 |
| 1997 | 71 |
| 1998 | 26 |
Known problem areas
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
6 of 20 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) and floor shift.
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The gear shift lever snapped off while backing out of a parking space. The dealer is aware of the problem, but the manufacturer is not.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-23
Structure
3 of 20 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.
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Hello I own a 1993 Toyota t 100 4X4 truck . The truck only has 106000 miles on it and the entire frame, front suspension fuel lines are almost rusted out to a point where I cant even get it past inspection.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-30
Steering
3 of 20 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and connecting.
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Tl*the contact owns a 1993 Toyota T100. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 05V389000 (Steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting) in August of 2007.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-12-21
Pitman arm broke backing out of driveway. Arm showed corrosion 1/4 to 1/3 in diameter from apparent manufacturing defect. *ph *jb **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-29
Steering rack has broken three times. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-01
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 20 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
Seat belts
2 of 20 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2002-04-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 2002-07-30 Clutch pedal bracket/firewall
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2005-10-05Steering05V389000 On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, if the steering wheel is repeatedly turned under certain conditions where high steering effort and power assist are required, for instance, when…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering relay rod. The recall began October 5, 2005. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Buy-smart checklist
1993 Toyota T100 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V389000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 1993 Toyota T100 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1993 Toyota T100?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1993 Toyota T100 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.