1996 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
- 109
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 1996
Opened by NHTSA
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
1996: 109 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
26% · 28 reportsMost commonly citing pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) and clutch assembly.
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At gear shift, when driving from stop when put in drive gear shift jumped and causes injuries. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-20
Could not shift into 1ST, 2ND, 5TH, reverse. Replaced cracked clutch pedal bracket and repaired cracks in firewall where bracket attaches. Problem appears to be fixxed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-14
Structure
23% · 25 reportsMost commonly citing body and frame and members.
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1996 Toyota T100 with approx 77000 miles, rarely driven, garage kept and well cared for, cannot pass safety inspection due to unusual amount of rust on frame, control arms, underbody components, rear bumper.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-19
I am a owner of a 1996 Toyota T100 with serious rust issues on my truck. I have been looking online and found that other owners have the same problems. There was a recall on other truck such as the tacoma.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-14
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 Toyota T100. The contact stated while traveling 15 MPH the vehicle hit a bump in the road and then a rubbing and clicking noise could be heard coming from the driver front wheel well.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-26
Seat belts
10% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.
Engine and engine cooling
9% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing engine and gasoline.
Suspension
8% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing shackle and rear.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1996-01-02Vehicle speed control96E001000 These cruise control systems fail to hold the speed set by the driver and can accelerate above the intended set speed.
Remedy: Dealers will replace these cruise control assemblies.
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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
1996 Toyota T100 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 28 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 25 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 11 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 96E001000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 05V389000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 1996 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 1996 Toyota T100?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1996 Toyota T100 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.