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
- 75
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 1995
Opened by NHTSA
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
1995: 75 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 75 |
| 1996 | 109 |
| 1997 | 71 |
| 1998 | 26 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
29% · 22 reportsMost commonly citing pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) and clutch assembly.
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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.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-01
Air bags
21% · 16 reportsMost commonly citing frontal and side/window.
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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, 2025-03-17
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, 2017-10-28
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, 2014-05-20
Suspension
12% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing leaf spring assembly and coil springs.
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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, 2018-08-07
Service brakes
11% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Steering
7% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing connecting and column.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Toyota T100. While driving various speeds, the vehicle veered to the left and right and all the warning lights illuminated. In addition, while driving various speeds, a loud cracking noise emitted from the steering relay.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-13
Also filed under Electrical system
While traveling on 30MPH on the highway going around to the off ramp. And without prior warning the steering was lost. The dealership is aware of the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-23
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
1995 Toyota T100 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 22 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V389000 · Steering
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 power train, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1995 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.