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Toyota T100 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every T100 from 1992 to 1998: 320 owner complaints and 6 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1996 (109), 1995 (75), 1997 (71). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (1993).

Toyota T100
Photo: Bull-Doser · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain79
Body & structure67
Steering34
Suspension33
Seat belts31
Engine & cooling20
Airbags20
Tires15

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199201–
199312022
199411820
199517520
1996110920
199717119
199812619

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Toyota T100?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1996 (109), 1995 (75), 1997 (71).

How many recalls has the Toyota T100 had?

Across 1992–1998, NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).