1995 Toyota T100
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 75 |
| 1996 | 109 |
| 1997 | 71 |
| 1998 | 26 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
16% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 1995 Toyota T100. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45-50 MPH, the driver's side air bag unexpectedly deployed. The air bag warning light had illuminated intermittently.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250317
I GOT INTO MY VEHICLE AND TURNED THE KEY. THE AIRBAG EXPLODED IN MY FACE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND COMPLETELY STILL. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS ON AND IT WAS NOT IN GEAR. THE IMPACT OF THE EXPLOSION CAUSED MILD INJURIES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171028
AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING AND NO IMPACT. DRIVER WAS DRIVING DOWN 2 LANE ROAD GOING ROUGHLY 25 MPH. ROAD SURFACE WAS SMOOTH AND FLAT (NO POT HOLES). IT HAD JUST STARTED RAINING. NO OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140520
9% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
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PE-02-039-CLUTCH PEDAL BRAKET/FIREWALL "CONSUMER STATES WHILE APPLIYING THE CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET BROKE AND THE BRAKET DAMAGE THE FIREWALL. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20021001
5% of complaints: suspension — 4 distinct reports on file.
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A-ARM SUSPENSION IS VERY RUSTY WITH HOLES RUSTED THROUGH LOWER A-ARMS. HAVE BEEN TOLD BY MECHANICS THAT IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE WITHOUT REPLACEMENT. THIS HAS TAKEN PLACE OVER TIME. NO BREAKAGE AT THIS TIME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180807
4% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET/FIREWALL
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 FU
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 05V389000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Toyota T100 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V389000 (steering) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1995 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 1995 Toyota T100?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Toyota T100 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.