Problems with 2001 Toyota Tundra SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Front brakes/brakes are poorly designed/insufficient to handle the task of stopping the truck. front brake rotor is warped from overheating. the truck vibrates badly when the brakes are applied, and pulls dangerously to the left. toyota knows all this - it is in their tsb instructing dealers to replace/upgrade tundra front brakes if still under warranty.

Bad brakes,lost control of truck in wet weather,i was slowing down from 70 to 40 on a off ramp when my brakes began to shutter then the front brakes locked up,i was able to regain control after nearly hitting a car,i went to the shoulder and pumped the brakes and manged to slow down. ive had this truck in the shop 3 times for brake repair to no avail.i've gotten to the point that i don't drive this truck in wet weather.even in dry conditions the truck shakes and shimmeys. when applying the brakes.*ak

Tl* the contact own a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the steering wheel began to vibrate vigorously. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. the technician stated that the rotors would have to be replaced. the failure continued after the rotors were replaced. the mechanic then stated that the failure may be occurring because the vehicle's weight was too excessive for the braking system. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 18,000.

My 2001 toyota tundra is having major problems with the breaking system. there is a violent shaking when you apply the breaks from higher speed. i have had the rotors turned 4 times and nothing seems to fix the problems. toyota denies any safety problems with the breaks. the back brakes won't tightened up causing more pressure on the front brakes. toyota is fixing some of the brakes on trucks that are under warranty, but only when you complain enough. the trucks that are out of warranty are told it will take over $2000.00 to fix it. they keep saying that the problem is not a safety issue so they want issue a recall. my truck is not used for any thing but back and forth to work, so it is not under any excessive strain. *jb

When applying the brakes there was a vibration that caused the whole truck to vibrate. the dealership knew about this problem and did nothing because the vehicle's warranty expired. *la *ph *nm

2001 toyota tundra brakes shake excessively even after replacing them with new ones. transmission makes a loud thump when going into overdrive. *la

The brakes on the 2000 to 2003 toyota tundra overheatthe rotors warp, and pads wear 3 times faster there is finally a tsb on the brakes they now have a new improved caliper.this should be a recall they try to get you through the warrenty period and turn there backs on you.there are many people with the same problem at 39,000 miles i need$ 1,500 of work and toyota says to bad the vibration is so bad i dont want to drive it it is not safe for the road these calipers are a bad design.there is a new part # for the new type.also the rear brakes 2000-2001 the stare adjuster is a bad design and a tsb is out to fix please help. *ak

I have a 2001 toyota tundra. i feel that the braking system is not what it should be. i have had the rotors turned and new brake shoes put on, but i am still experiencing a bad shake in the brakes. *jb

After having my brakes replaced at the dealership under the technical service bulletins issued by toyota, i had to return due to severe shuddering in the front end. the tsb required my brakes to be replaced in full (front and rear). the resolution on the 15 may 2003 was to turn the drums and reduce my tire pressure below the tire manufacturers recommended pressure rating. *jb

Braking system in 2001 tundra: rotors and drums are badly warped causing severe vibration when braking at higher speeds (above 30 mph).*jb

On my 2001 tundra, when appling the brakes there is sever vibration causing the whole truck to vibrate. the dealership replaced the front and rear brakes but the vibration still occurs. it has caused the tires to wear excessivly and there is only 20,000 miles on the truck. *ak

Vehicle would shutter severely when braking at 50 or more mph. vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions and had the front rotors turned on two separate occasions. the problem kept recurring. feel free to provide any further information concerning this issue. *ph

I have a vibration in the rear of my truck when braking from highway speed...usually around 45 mph it feels like the right rear tire is bouncing. i had the rear drums replaced per the most recent tsb, i had the front end aligned and tires balanced. the bounce is still there. the local toyota dealer tried to convince me that there is no problem. he wants me to believe what i feel is normal abs sensations. this doesn't hold water because the vibration is there when applying the parking brake and allowing it to slow the truck from highway speed. i called toyota and filed a complaint on march 3. after two months of not hearing anything (nothing...not a word), i called toyota back and was told that the dealer responded to them. the dealer said there was no problem that what i was feeling is abs. i explained to toyota that this couldn't be the case....the bounce exists when braking from highway speed using the parking brake. they sent another inquiry to the dealer because the dealer indicated they would call me and have me ride with the district manager. eleven days later and i still haven't heard anything. i called toyota again today. i was told that the dealer indicates that their master mechanic has driven the truck and can't find anything wrong with my truck. my truck hasn't been to the dealer since february when the service manager first told me the problem was anti-lock brakes. the customer service rep with toyota offered to escalate the complaint further up the ladder to toyota regional...whatever this means. he said someone should contact me within the next 3-4 days. the rear end of the vehicle bounces enough to concern me about the safety of the vehicle. i am particularly concerned about braking on wet roads going around curves. i just want the nhtsa to be aware of this issue. *jb

Dt*: the contact stated that on several occasions while driving 50 mph on normal conditions and than applying the brakes, the vehicle shimmies and bounces in an up and down motion until the brakes are released. the vehicle was taken to the dealer when problems first occurred where the brake pads and rotors were replaced however problem has gradually worsened over time. the manufacturer determined there was a recall pertaining to the characteristics on the vehicle however the vin was not included in the recall.

Toyota tundra 2001 brake damage caused by defective design. brakes fail prematurely due to inadequate brake design. only a few hard brake incidents cause front disc rotor warpage. toyota will not replace and instead blames customer. even if customer follows toyota recommended driving practices ("brake as little as possible") failure still occurs due to impossibility of following these directions. please force toyota to replace all tundra 2001 brake systems with redesigned system to prevent failure. *jb

Consumer states, vehicle rotors and pads have been change twice and the problems still reoccurring. dealer has been aware of the problem. please provide any additional information.*jb

Brake pedal fades under pressure and acts inconsistently. at times the brakes engage near the top of the pedal and at other times almost at the floor. brake light has come on several times. parking brake will engage after three or four clicks and the next time will not engage almost to floor. dealer has replaced pads, drums, disks, etc. dealer and toyota motor sales will not return calls, letters, etc.*jb

While applying the brakes the vehicle will vibrate especally on the passenger side. ts the brake pads were replaced then adjusted and the rotors were replaced. however vibration, shutter and high pitched noise still exist. on one occasion consumer heard a clunking noise and found the caliper pin sticking out of trim of hubcap. with caliper pin in hand, consumer was angry when dealership had no knowledge of service bulletin for brake problems. balancing weights fell off. heater stopped working due to packing material. foam material was removed. *tt

The truck has been back to the dealer for shimmy on high speed braking, and has had 3 sets of brakes, and is now doing it again.*ak

2001 toyota tundra brake problem. severe shaking of vehicle do to brakes. rotors feel warped. gone through 4 sets of pads and resurfaced rotors 3 timesi n the last 2 years. tech serve bulliten available but only for 36000/3yr im at 50000/but only 1 1/2... $2000 for the repairs and on top of that i spent quite a bit ofmoney already for the rotor resurfacing and brake pads. i was a toyota fan until this.... *ak

Severe front disc vibration when brakes applied at around 45 mph.this was diagnosed by dealer as premature front rotor warping and repaired twice under warranty. problem continues.toyota of america has not issued a national recall campaign to once and for all permanently fix this issue through new product design/engineering.i recently discovered through an internet site called tundra solutions.com that there are many more frustrated tundra owners with this unresolved matter.please help us.*ak

While driving at 65 mph vehicle started to shake, and when consumer tried to apply brakes, vehicle started to shake even more. contacted dealer, and dealer noted that there was 9 faulty codes that have gone off.*ak

Brake rotors continue to become warped from excessive heat in normal braking conditions. dealers have instructed about tsb, but have ruled that my vehicle is exempt due to mileage being outside of the original manufacturer's warranty period. problem manifested itself prior to expiration of warranty period and was never resolved. dt

I have a 2001 toyota tundra and have had constant problems with my brakes. there is strong vibration when using the brakes. i have had it "fixed" twice by toyota and once by and independent mechanic and the problem comes back every time.there is a tsb on the truck but no recall. toyota customers were not even informed of the tsb.*ak

Approx. 3 months after purcasing my truck the brakes would grab intermitently upon application and also vibrate, dealership did the repair under warranty. the dealership replaced rotors and pads to dealer spec's. at 28,100. miles i will be calling the dealer again for the same problem. when will toyota corp. admitt there is a problem with the braking system ? the brakes on my truck have never felt right.*ak

Rotors and drums warp very easily and need to be replaced. toyota knows it is a problem and is still selling the vehicle.*ak

Dt: 2001 toyota tundra. the consumer states he has wheel hop when braking and the vehicle shimmies. there is a tsb, but the consumer is responsible for the payment. this started at 30,000 miles. the brakes were replaced at 42,000 miles. the problem came back after the brakes were replaced. this problem has been going on since the purchase of the vehicle.*ak

while driving and when brakes were applied they didn't hold. contacted dealer. replaced part 3 times; however problem reoccurred. *ak

Front disc brakes have to be changed every five thousand miles since date of purchase. dealer has been contacted. *ak

This is our 3rd totoya tundra in the family. we had a green 2000 v8 sr5 with the same problem . we recently just bought also a close out model 2000 sr5 limited 4wd and it has the same problem, and then again i just bought a brand new sr5 v8 and it is doing the same thing. when you step on the brake it like the whole steering wheel vibrates, especially if you are braking from a high speed to a slower speed(ex. 70mph. to 50mph.) its like the whole car shakes. hopefully the nhtsa will look in to this matter so that this brake problem will be solved.*ak

While driving 35 to 45 mph and applying brakes vehicle will vibrate. took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced disc and disc pads, but problem still exists.*ak

This brake vibration problem has occurred 4 times with each new brake overhaul. the dealer repair has been attempted 4 times (10219, 11693, 13663, 17824 miles) but still no resolution. i currently have 19100 miles and need repair for the 5th time to avoid possible incident on the roadways. i consider this to be a serious safety issue.*ak

The truck vibrates while applying the brakes. i have brought it to the dealer three times and the problem returns. it does not feel safe when it shudders violently while braking and turning. nhtsa needs to work with toyota to find a better solution.*jb

Not enough space, please contact me at [xxx]. no safety defect listed. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Both front rotors warped. service tech. stated "the rear brakes were not adjusting properly, causing the front rotors to overheat.*ak

I own a 2001 toyota tundra sr5 extra cab 4x4. at 15392 miles i began feeling a shutter/vibration from my brakes when braking at speeds above 40 miles an hour. i took it to the dealer who said he had one other vehicle with the same problem. they stated that the truck warped the rear drums and front rotors. after repairing the problem, i have gone between 500-4000 miles between the problem occurring again. in each instance, the dealership has replaced the defective part under warranty but can't fix the problem. i was told by the dealership that there is no safety problem and that the only thing i feel is the warped drums and rotors. i am worried about the safety of utilizing this truck as i would think that over time as the calipers keep getting pushed back that this will deteriorate then braking mechanism. i am currently scheduled for a new vehicle arbitration board on tuesday march 12, 2002. according to the representative from toyota, this problem is due to my exessive/heavy use and is normal wear and tear on the equipment. this truck is used mostly to commute to work and during the winter i tow a snowmobile trailer that only weighs 2000 lbs loaded. i don't know of any brake parts that are supposed to wear out, or even warp in that short of time no matter what the vehicle is used for. toyota has tsb's about this problem but they don't seem to correct it. please help with any information possible. *ak

From contact with other owners of this vehicle there seems to be a failure pattern with the brakes on this vehicle. the brake drums and rotors appear to be warping and requiring replacement after approximately 4000 miles of use. toyota has issued tsb's to correct the problem but it does not appear to work from what other owners say. my son has the same vehicle and is on his third set of rotors with less than 15,000 miles on the truck. when i got my truck back with the new parts and applied the brakes on a long hill at 50 mph the vehicle went into a violent shaking motion and i thought control would be lost. it has not repeated this behavior but i question the safety of this vehicle.*ak

No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact received a recall notice for recall 09v444000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). the contact also stated that the vehicle would vibrate rapidly when the brakes were applied and the check engine light would also illuminate. the contact called the dealer and the dealer offered no assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 4. the current mileage was approximately 84,000.

Vehicle still shutters& vibrates when applying brakes after 2 times into dealer for warranty repair work. the dealer says that there is no problem. they replaced all brake pads and drums the first time and turned the rear drums the second time.*ak

At 8,900 miles excessive wear of front disc pads and rear drums due to defective rotors being out of round. dealer notified, and replaced rotors/ rear drums, and front disc pads. but, problem still occurring. *ak customer states heater not working, dealer found heater cable loose. *tt

When abs kicks in it intermittently makes a loud banging noise, almost like vehicle is back firing. when vehicle makes sudden stops pedal shakes and abs kicks in. toyota inspector says noise is normal.*ak

Steering wheel shakes while braking between 50 mph to 40 mph. dealer stated that rear drums needs to be replaced and it's a known design flaw. even though it was a known flaw the company never notified me or others that i know that have 2001 tundras. ts