2000 Toyota Tundra Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 276about this part
- Share
- 27%of 1,011 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 49,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 276 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Toyota Tundra, 27% of the 1,011 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 49,000 miles. 11 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1. Slow loss of brake pressure due to low brake fluid levels (occurred over a span of 3-4 hours) 2. Total loss of brakes on all 4 wheels. Fortunately, I was towing a trailer at the time and the trailer brakes allowed me to stop safely. First time this has ever occurred. Failure was due to rusted lines. 3. Rear brake lines were replaced. I did not keep the old lines.”
NHTSA complaint #10288625, filed 2009-10, 135,000 miles“Vehicle driven: 2000 Toyota Tundra: on july 11, 2015 I was traveling at about 70 MPH in the far left lane when the front driver side tire and wheel broke off the vehicle. The front side of the truck impacted the pavement, and the truck began swerving. I tried to stop the truck, but the brakes were not functioning. Consequently, I then had to use my strength to steer the truck to the shoulder and wait for the truck to lose momentum since the brakes were not functioning. …”
NHTSA complaint #10747702, filed 2015-08, 225,765 miles“This vehicle was part of an earlier recall for corrosion of the frame and component parts. Toyota replaced the frame along with a corroded leaking gas tank. Approximately one week ago we noticed an oil leak from our rear differential. Upon inspection by our local mechanic he determined the rear differential housing is corroded this causing a leak. This vehicle is known for its severe corrosion of frame and component parts. We discussed out concernes over the wide spread corrosion with corporate Toyota when the frame was replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11083297, filed 2018-04, 150,000 miles“I drive a 2000 Toyota Tundra and have been recently appalled at non only my vehicle's brake performance but the amount of listings with the same complaint! And yet, no recall has been made. My brake rotors need repair, by ABS kicks in even on dry surfaces at low speeds. This happens regularly and has caused numerous close-calls. The fact that a recall has not been mandated is inexcusable.”
NHTSA complaint #10228067, filed 2008-05, 30,000 miles“I had a brake line failure on my 2000 Toyota Tundra, the rear brake line right above the cross member blew. I tried to brake hard for a pedestrian and the pedal went straight to the floor, luckily I was able to avoid him. I was close to my mechanic so I just limped it there with the e-brake.”
NHTSA complaint #10293801, filed 2009-11, 76,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10190453Mar 12, 2021TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
- 10187241Dec 14, 2020TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
- 10186195Dec 14, 2020TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
- 10131928Feb 5, 2014A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs…
- 10131984Sep 9, 2013A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 17% |
| 2025 | 6 | 4% |
| 2024 | 24 | 7% |
| 2023 | 30 | 7% |
| 2022 | 32 | 7% |
| 2020 | 4 | 9% |
| 2019 | 9 | 12% |
| 2018 | 22 | 22% |
| 2017 | 13 | 17% |
| 2016 | 34 | 28% |
| 2015 | 10 | 20% |
| 2014 | 7 | 8% |
| 2013 | 4 | 5% |
| 2012 | 7 | 4% |
| 2011 | 10 | 7% |
| 2010 | 19 | 12% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 | 28 | 9% |
| 2007 | 32 | 8% |
| 2006 | 34 | 6% |
| 2005 | 41 | 11% |
| 2004 | 36 | 8% |
| 2003 | 41 | 10% |
| 2002 | 117 | 24% |
| 2001 | 116 | 28% |
| 2000 | 276 | 27% |
Other parts of the 2000 Toyota Tundra
529 complaintsSuspension
100 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
51 complaintsEngine cooling
44 complaintsSteering
43 complaintsOther or unknown
34 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
20 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsTires
19 complaintsSeat belts
18 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Toyota Tundra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology