Frame is extremely rusted on 1997 toyota t100 pickup. Balance of the vehicle is in excellent condition and has been very well maintained. Rusted frame has caused many of the connected parts to also rust and making basic repairs virtually impossible to fix. The suspension and braking system have been effected the most by the rust. *Tr
Vehicle safety record
1997 Toyota Pickup Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1997 Toyota Pickup with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (2) and the suspension (2). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1996 has 6 and the 1998 has 5.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Pickup year, for its age
#192 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Toyota Pickup problems
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No recalls for the 1997 Toyota Pickup
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Toyota Pickup. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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5 complaints about the 1997 Toyota Pickup
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
When vehicle goes over a bump it leaves the ground. Consumer feels there is a problem with the sharks. Please provide any further information.*Ak
Front windshield has had a crack in it for the last 6 months. Please provide any further information.*Ak
Signal lights do not work. Consumer has to cut off people on the road to exit. Pleae provide any further information.*Ak
After brakes were applied and pedal was released, master cylinder piston would not release, causing truck to continue braking, dealer replaced master cylinder even though vehicle was not under warranty at the time. *Slc
Toyota Pickup: every year compared
All Pickup years1997 Toyota Pickup vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Toyota Pickup | 5 | 0 | B | |
| 1997 Toyota Camry | 558 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Toyota 4RUNNER | 264 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 138 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Toyota Tacoma | 134 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Toyota Avalon | 128 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Toyota T100 | 71 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Toyota RAV4 | 57 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1997 Toyota Tercel | 23 | 2 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Toyota Pickup
Does the 1997 Toyota Pickup have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1997 Toyota Pickup right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Toyota Pickup?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (2), suspension (2), visibility & wipers (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Toyota Pickup had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 21, 2001 and the latest on May 3, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Toyota Pickup a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Toyota Pickup year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Toyota Pickup years have the most complaints?
1994 (102), 1993 (63), 1992 (56). See every Toyota Pickup year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Toyota Pickup has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data