2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra recalls and problems
The 2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra has 2 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Gulf Toyota dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra recalls
Recall 02V-050: Trailer Hitches
Problem: Certain pickup trucks equipped with a tekonsha trailer hitch wiring harness and converter and distributed by gulf states toyota (Texas, oklahoma, louisiana, arkansas, and mississippi). The circuitry used in the converter, which is inadequate to manage properly vehicle and/or trailer-side voltage spikes. If the converter is exposed to a voltage spike, it could cause an electrical short or open circuit within the converter.
Risk: This short circuit could cause a failure of the converter, and if a trailer is being towed at the time, can also cause inoperative trailer lights.
Fix: Dealers will replace the wire harness and converter. Owner notification began april 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gulf states toyota at 1-800-444-1074.
Recall 00V-103: Trailer Hitches
Problem: Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with a tekonsha trailer hitch wiring harness and converter and distributed by gulf states toyota (Texas, oklahoma, louisiana, arkansas, and mississippi). An electrical short circuit can occur if water enters the converter housing.
Risk: This short circuit could cause a failure of the converter, and if a trailer is being towed at the time, can also cause inoperative trailer lights.
Fix: This recall has been superseded by recall no. 02v-050.
2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Structure › Frame and Members — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 90,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra: 02V-050 (trailer hitches), 00V-103 (trailer hitches). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Gulf Toyota Tundra?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 90,000 miles.
Are Gulf Toyota recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Gulf Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.