Toyota Pickup Problems by Year
NHTSA has 65 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Toyota Pickup, across 8 model years (1995–2002). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (35). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Toyota Pickup years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Pickup year: 1995. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 Pickup: 35 complaints, 1 recall
- 2001 Pickup: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 Pickup: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2002 Pickup: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1999 Pickup: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2000 Pickup: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Toyota Pickup problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Train | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Toyota Pickup model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Pickup | 1 | 0 | — | Equipment | |
| 2001 Pickup | 7 | 0 | — | Visibility | |
| 2000 Pickup | 4 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1999 Pickup | 2 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 1998 Pickup | 5 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 1997 Pickup | 5 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1996 Pickup | 6 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1995 Pickup | 35 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Pickup years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (35) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Pickup year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Toyota Pickup?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 9 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Toyota Pickup have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.