1998 Toyota Toyota Truck
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1998: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Equipment
2 of 6 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift.
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Dear sir or ms, I filed a written complaint and sent my complaint to you on or about concerning what happened to me while I was sitting and waiting in the right lane, the feeder lane, off of beltway 8, for the light to change, in pasadena, Texas on...
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-01
When properly applying jack and raising wheel, jack had to be raised to almost its maximum height. Tire was only 1-2 inches off concrete fllor, and scissors portion of jack was temporarily, but slightly twisted, indicating a n impending failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-04-13
Tires
1 of 6 total reports mentions: tires.
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Glacier tire chains failed--causing my truck to slide into a tree and sustain $3063 in damage--tire size-31X10 5OR15LT
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-22
Structure
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.
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My 1998 Toyota tacoma is experienced extreme rust/rot on the frame that would be unexpected for this year vehicle. I have not had an incident yet causing injury, or property damage but am very concerned that it is inevitable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-04-30
Service brakes
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing clutch assembly.
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No summary listed for abov evehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-05-24
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Toyota Toyota Truck — pre-purchase inspection
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- Equipment: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Toyota Toyota Truck 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 1998 Toyota Toyota Truck?
- The most-reported component is equipment, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Toyota Toyota Truck have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.