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- Injuries / Deaths:
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- Average Mileage:
- 119,964 miles
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The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while at an inspection location, the mechanic stated that the sub frame had corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who confirmed that the sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 177,000.
- Chesterfield, VA, USA
Mechanic where it was diagnosed that vehicle brake line was severely corroded, the tire's rear well was corroded, and the steeering colomn needed to be replaced. In addition, the vehicle also made an abnormal sound. The vehicle's check engine light had illuminated and remained illuminated. Prior to being notified of the failure the vehicle was remedied under NHTSA campign: 09V444000 (structure). The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.kh
- Bowman, GA, USA
Hello, can you provide some direction regarding frame rust on my 2000 Toyota Tundra, ( VIN# [xxx]) ? I have contacted the dealer where I purchased the vehicle (friedrick's located in lebanon, pa). This dealer has since changed ownership and thus their store name. The new dealer refused to help me with my recall. I cannot get my truck inspected due to extreme frame rust. My inspection mechanic found this rust damage and cannot by Pennsylvania regulations, pass this truck for inspection. He alerted me to the fact that there is a recall from Toyota, to repair such rust damaged frames. However in speaking with the dealer (formally frederick's of lebanon, pa), they refused to help me in this matter. My truck has less than 150,000 miles on it, in good condition except for the rust. If possible, please provide info where to have this recall work completed. Regards. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
- Reading, PA, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. While driving, the spare tire separated from the tire holder due to corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank straps and the subframe corroded. The dealer advised that the subframe repair was no longer available. The dealer replaced the fuel tank straps and the spare tire holder. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 113,000.
- Vineyard Haven, MA, USA
The frame was seriously rusting. Toyota had a recall for this which was not notified to me via mail. One of the argument from Toyota not to do this recall is that time window is over (at the same time one of their associate told that there is no time limit for a safety recall). The inspection department at the dealership was not including the damage on the frame in the inspection. In the recall for frame replacement, what I got replaced is the cable holding the spare tire only (safety issue that the tire may fall down) ignoring the serious hole and rust in the actual frame. Here is the picture of my frame which the condition is clearly visible.
- Webster, TX, USA
Purchased 2000 Tundra in 2005. Was made aware of a recall by Toyota Corp regarding rust issues with vehicle frame, gas tank strap, and spare tire fastener. I brought the vehicle to a local dealer December of 2012 for the frame inspection (tank strap and spare tire issue repaired on a separate date). I was told that a full inspection took place to include disassembling the bed of the truck. I was told that no perferations were found in the frame. A spray foam kit was used to treat the frame. On 8/25/15, I was attempting to sell my truck when a prospective buyer noticed (2) significant holes in the frame located just in front of the driver side tire. The entire frame appears to have significant rust considering it is only 15 years old. Needless to say, a sale did not take place. I was fortunate to not be driving the truck with my family when a potentially catastrophic accident could have taken place. I contacted a local dealer (not the one that treated the frame). I spoke with the service manager. He stated that he would contact Toyota Corp but also stated that they may not replace the frame as it is 15 years old. He contacted me 2 days later stating that Toyota would not replace the frame or buy the vehicle back. The frame recall I referred to was not a recall according to Toyota. Rather, it was a, "good will gesture" to consumers affected by the situation. The service manager did suggest to look into finding a welder to see if they could repair it. Really?? mechanically, the vehicle is sound. I am left with scrap and out at least $4500 because I cant sell it the way it is. The important thing is that my family is still alive. What a sham. This is not right and they should be held accountable.
- Esko, MN, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. While the vehicle was in park, the contact noticed that the subframe was corroded around the rear driver side wheel well. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 176,000.
- Springfield, MO, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 09V444000 (structure). The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected and sprayed with a corrosion protection compound. However, the vehicle started to corrode. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 165,000.
- North Grosvenor Dale, CT, USA
7/10/2010 diehl Toyota frame inspection for rust recall replacement of rear cross member, replace fuel straps -mileage 122, 222 3/31/2012 body recall campaign cross member subassembly corrosion res kit, plug hole, undercoated car, advised by diehl Toyota frame good - mileage 141, 952 5/09/2014 inspect frame diehl Toyota frame has rust on front crumple zone areas and behind front sway bar mounts (2 holes in front cross member approximately 1 1/4" diameter, approximately 18" crack in passenger side frame) - mileage 162, 045 frame not repairable 5/14/2014 diehl denies any culpability, advises Toyota corporate will not repair, customer to. Contact directly 5/14/2014 Toyota case number 1405141913 opened 5/14/2014 tc Toyota anew case number 1406032195 lost initial 6/04/2014 tc [xxx] customer service 6/14/2014 advised by [xxx] Toyota will not do anything further, as allegedly advised by senior corporate vp information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
- Mars, PA, USA
The bed of my 2000 Tundra is rusting out where the cross members are welded to the bed and where the bolts are connected to the frame. Toyota replaced the frame in may of 2011. I looked online and there are other Tundra owners with the same problems. I took the truck to a local Toyota dealership as requested by Toyota recall center and the service manager, head mechanic, and customer service manager all looked at the truck and said it was in bad shape and had to do with inferior metal, poor workmanship, or inferior under coating. Lakewood Toyota said they couldn't address the problem because there's no recall for the bed. If the bed becomes unattached from the frame then there could be a major accident. I was hoping you could notify Toyota of this problem because the company doesn't want to take responsibility for their inferior quality and poor craftsmanship want to put this on record so your dept can address the issue and or point me in the right direction to further pursue this matter. Thank you for your time and understanding. Updated 08/18/14
- Neptune, NJ, USA
Frame of vehicle has rust perforation! vehicle has no rust elsewhere, but the frame alone is rotting away in certain places. Toyota's recall only cover the spare tire area of the frame, but frame fracture would cause loss of control and lack of occupant protection.
- New York, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the front passenger's side stabilizer bar and the frame was extremely rusted and resulted in deterioration. The contact had previously received notification of a manufacturer's recall pertaining to the failure however, the contact was advised that the recall had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
- Poland, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the front end of the frame and the front passenger's side stabilizer were completely rusted. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where both fuel tank straps were replaced due to corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The failure mileage was unavailable.
- Seneca, MO, USA
Truck failed annual inspection due to extreme rust of frame and cross members to the point of frame perforation and imminent failure. Frame directly under driver's seat rusted through where it joins the cross member under the transmission. Frame in front of passenger rear tire extremely rusted where it joins the cross member. The inspector stated this was a more imminent concern than the rusted through portion under the driver because it had a good chance of breaking with the next pothole. Leaf springs for drivers rear tire also extremely rusted. Rear differential housing rusted through on the top with oil leaking out. Exhaust heat shields and hangers rusted away completely. There was no mention of the rear cross member over the spare tire or the gas tank straps being an issue. They could be but were not the imminent concern at this point. I had just replaced the radiator/transmission cooler due to rusting through and anti-freeze entering the transmission and transmission fluid in the cooling system. There were other issues that are apparently common with the Tundra - leaking/cracked manifolds, etc. The truck is at the local dealer pending repair. Technician stated it was the worst case of undercarriage rust he had seen.
- Spotsylvania, VA, USA
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 13V252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure). The contact did not experience the failure; however she was concerned that she could be crashed into from the rear due to fast moving traffic. The failure and current mileage was 34,000. The VIN was not available.
- North Wales, PA, USA
I believed that my vehicle's transmission overheated, so I had it towed to tri-county Toyota in limerick pa. They checked it and found nothing wrong with transmission because they refused to test drive it due to rusted off of frame, right rear leaf spring shackle. Tri-county told me to take vehicle to sanatoga auto body in sanatoga pa to have them fix it, santatoga told me about recall and that tri-county should have check on that when it was there. Tri-county wrote on my paperwork that it was unsafe to drive. I was unaware of the 90M recall. I called corporate headquarters regarding the recall and they stated that my truck was not in the system, so I gave them the VIN number. They stated to me that this welded shackle is not apart of the recall. Headquarters told me to make another appt. At tri-county Toyota to have the recall check done, which is on 7/23/2013. Is there anything that can be done?
- Bechtelsville, PA, USA
Vehicle was taken to dealership to do safety recall inspection on 21 May 2013. On 22 May 2013 I was notified that the vehicle has a silver dollar hole in the front cross member, and that it would not be fixed as the limited recall notice has expired six months prior. I contacted Toyota of usa for more information, they said that the frame replacement would not be done due to the notice expiring. The dealership told me that the vehicle is not safe to operate. I have told Toyota that I do not feel safe in the vehicle any more and do not feel comfortable driving the vehicle. They've promptly apologized, without offering a fix to the issue they've identified as a safety concern and a hazard to occupants inside the vehicle. I do not know how they've been allowed to have something as important as this become a time sensitive issue. Safety recalls do not expire, but a manufacturer as big as Toyota has been deemed as too big to fail.
- Hamburg , NJ, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the rear main frame exhibited numerous holes. The vehicle was currently being repaired under the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09V444000 (structure). The technician informed that the main frame was completely damaged; however, the rear cross member was the only part being replaced as mentioned in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 81,000.
- Ceresco, MI, USA
My 2000 Toyota Tundra frame perforated the size of my fist due to rust near the rear shackle mounts on both sides this is the main load support area. I took this to wilson Toyota of ames and the technician stated that I would have qualified for the recall but it expired. I had it inspected last summer in 2012 they said it was fine. Toyota stated that they only had to do a visual inspection for perforation. Now 3 months after the expiration I have a serious safety concern. I spoke with Toyota corporate care who denied progression with a claim on a case basis stating the date ended. I stated if I tried to load my truck to the recommended gross towing capacity I would be afraid that I could buckle my frame or compromise the integrity. I believe the quote was "and" or something non concerning. I confronted the statement then he proceeded to state if your vehicle is unsafe to drive you should not drive it. I'm writing this to make aware as there was a lack of accountability in the process and procedure in and when my inspection was conducted. Though I may be one I fear this may lead or continue to go on to others as the progression of rust to perforate a frame in less than a years time frame a 3000K miles driven is a concern. I do reside in Iowa where we do receive just as much winter weather as il or mn which should have been included in the list as well. Thank you
- Ames, IA, USA
- Bel Air, MD, USA