Model year guide

1997 Toyota T100

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1997 Toyota T100 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

1997 Toyota T100 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints75
Combined15–19 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1997 Toyota T100 recalls 1

Steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting NHTSA Campaign #05V389000 · manufacturer #50N · 06/09/2005

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS REPEATEDLY TURNED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WHERE HIGH STEERING EFFORT AND POWER ASSIST ARE REQUIRED, FOR INSTANCE, WHEN FULLY TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, A FATIGUE CRACK MAY DEVELOP IN THE STEERING RELAY ROD.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1997 Toyota T100 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

1997 Toyota T100 MPG & running costs

Combined15–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,050
EPA size classStandard Pickup Trucks
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1997 Toyota T100 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,250
Fuel only$20,250
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1997 Toyota T100 trims & engines on record

Trims
SR5 · DX
Engines
3.4L 6-cyl 190 hp

1997 Toyota T100 vehicles on record

1997 Toyota T100 SR5JT4UN24D5V0044496 1997 Toyota T100 DXJT4UN22D7V0035317 1997 Toyota T100 SR5JT4UN24D1V0041367

Other Toyota T100 model years

1996 1995 1993

1997 Toyota T100 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1997 Toyota T100 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1997 Toyota T100. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Toyota T100?

Across all 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, power train, steering.

What gas mileage does the 1997 Toyota T100 get?

The 1997 Toyota T100 has U.S. EPA estimates of 15–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.