1996 Toyota T100 vs 1997 Toyota T100
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Toyota T100 | 1997 Toyota T100 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 109 | 71 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 40 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–20 | 15–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 103,465 mi | 120,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota T100 | Toyota T100 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 25 | 23 |
| Power Train | 26 | 18 |
| Steering | 9 | 13 |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 9 |
| Suspension | 9 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 2 |
| Tires | 8 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 21 |
1996 Toyota T100
1997 Toyota T100
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.