1. Toyota Tacoma
  2. Problems
  3. 2001
  4. Driveshaft

2001 Toyota Tacoma Driveshaft Problems

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Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

What owners report

  • drive shaft · 4 records

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • March 2, 2002

    Driveshaft · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Shock Absorber

    The vehicle had been to the dealership several times to correct a defect in the transmission when consumer would make an attempt to stop, the dealer informed consumer the condition was due to a slip joint in the drive shaft which needed to be lubricated and was a normal maintenance issue, but also stated the condition was due to the drive shaft seizing up, the shocks and rear brakes was replaced.*jb

    ODI 8018737

  • May 20, 2001

    Driveshaft

    Three bolts that hold driveshaft came out almost all the way . Contacted dealer, and dealer has fixed problem.*ak front drive shaft bolts were not installed correctly at factory. *yh

    ODI 889694

  • Driveshaft

    Makes a clanking sound in driveshaft when shifting.reported this to dealership proceeded to add gear oil to rearend .this helped some but didnt stop noise . Contacted charlies again and they said they would drop and pack driveshaft to eliminate sound. I believe there is a defect in the driveshaft and im afraid that the end result could be dangerous. Ive contacted their customer service dept. And was told a new drive…

    ODI 747122