My frame is rusted on most in to an I no yall had a recall but I don't know if its stall good for this truck

- Jeffrey, WV, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. While the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle was placed into neutral in order to be stopped. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and noticed that the frame was rusted. The contact also mentioned that the shifter was not functioning properly. The contact mentioned that the gear selector would not move to the desired gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not safe to drive due to the rust, and that the brake line and shifter cable needed to be replaced. Graham Toyota (1515 w 4th St, mansfield, oh 44906, (419) 529-1800) was called and stated that the frame was previously repaired per an unknown recall. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 117,000.

- Lexington, OH, USA

This vehicle was part of an earlier recall for corrosion of the frame and component parts. Toyota replaced the frame along with a corroded leaking gas tank. Approximately one week ago we noticed an oil leak from our rear differential. Upon inspection by our local mechanic he determined the rear differential housing is corroded this causing a leak. This vehicle is known for its severe corrosion of frame and component parts. We discussed out concernes over the wide spread corrosion with corporate Toyota when the frame was replaced. I contacted corporate Toyota yesterday to discuss the current issue and was told they would only consider our claim after the vehicle was inspected by a Toyota dealer at our cost. I was also informed that it was very unlikely that Toyota would repair the vehicle because of the age. This vehicle is mechanically sound and we intend to keep it, however the corrosion issue is prematurely ending the life of the vehicle. I contacted the local Toyota dealer and was told by the service manager that they have seen this issue and address it with spray on epoxy to stop the oil leak. They could not confirm that would work on our vehicle until they inspect it. We believe Toyota should inspect the damage free of charge due to the known issue they have with corrosion. The brake component attached to the rear differential are also showing excessive corrosion and we are concerned these components will fail causing an accident.

- Alburtis, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate before an unknown light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be cleaned out. The repairs were made, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 147,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- El Lavern, CA, USA

Nov 2, 2011 I took my 2000 Tundra to larry H miller peoria for a " adf inspection frame Tundra" they said the rust has not perforated any metal yet, the inspection paper did not get to Toyota headquarters stating the truck has rust but just not enough yet. I called customer service. The lady I spoke to said the recall was good for 15 years from the time of first use.(Jan 2001) now they are telling me that my truck is not part of that recall and it ended in April 2012. I was given 2 case numbers from Toyota. All the service reps said yes my truck is eligible for the replacement frame. I was given a special case manager..he also assured me my truck is good for replacement.. I received a call today from him with all the information, he told me my truck was part of the buy back program at 1.5% of kelley blue book. I told him I did not want a buyback for my Tundra I wanted it repaired. He then said he was sorry he thought my truck was a Tacoma not a Tundra he put me on hold to talk with his supervisor told me sorry, Toyota will not replace the frame but will give me a $ 2500 credit at a franchised Toyota dealer for parts or service... my truck is unsafe to drive I have approx 10 marble size holes in the frame. Motor and tranny fine only 136000 miles. I paid $12,000 cash for my truck I got it with 56,000 miles on it. Toyota took responsibility stating yes the frames are bad...and they would fix the problem.. now they are not.

- Surprise , AZ, USA

This vehicle had a recall because of the excessive rusting of the frame. I brought my truck in March of 2013 and was told the frame didn't need to be replaced but only needed to be "under coated" which they did. Shortly thereafter this "undercoating" started peeling off in large sheets. I brought the truck back to have it inspected and the local dealership confirmed that there was perforation of the frame. There is a hole in the frame approx. 2 inches in diameter. Toyota called me back and I was told they had done what was required for the recall and they wouldn't be doing anything else. Obviously this was a big enough concern that a recall was declared and it appears that Toyota has taken the position that as long as they make a token effort it doesn't matter if they correct the problem. I pull a boat with this truck and am now concerned that if the frame fails it could cause a serious accident.

- Lacrosse, WI, 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

Previous complaint not correct. Took vehicle to Toyota newburgh NY for safety recall replace frame was told at time had to do power steering as leaking and rust and entire cost I had to pay though compain states they are responsible or they wouldn't pass inspection, I showed them. No other choice but to do & hope to recoupe later, yeah right. Truck went in complete frame was done remarkable fast, obvious why, as I drove home the truck had not been put back on frame correct that was clear to the eye but driving it the challenge to remain on road safe.the dealer nys certified insp. Site also passed this vehicle. The truck has so many more safety issues after completion its a joke thanks NHTSA. Not to mention the malfunction of many components that worked prior, called dealer and complained, they also informed me as replace being done that the exhaust hanging by thread due to rust brackets etc the cost to repair $6000 if I bring it back they will surely violate me again, I cant afford $/aggrav. NHTSA has done nothing for me but they continue to compain on the utmost importance we as consumers are these trucks need be taken off the road. Toyota Corp. N dealer laughed when I stated calling NHTSA go ahead they wont do anything, filled w Toyota customer hotline anyway knowing they are in bed with NHTSA. My ? who & where are these fines billlions of $ going, surely not to the owners of vehicles. Mr. Strickland I dare U to do your taxpaying job & get me N others results take these and any other vehicles off the road before my or hey maybe your family is involved in fatality. Are roads are not safe, this Agency is failing everyone that travels over the road. Any attorney willing take private case I got documents N some [xxx] NHTSA stinks big in this who do U represent who ru accountable to I want answers Mr. Strickland contact info nowhere why. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Cold Spring, NY, USA

The steel fitting in the radiators to transmission cooler rusted off, dumping antifreeze and transmission fluid on the road, in doing so antifreeze got into the transmission and transmission fluid got into the engine. Cost of repairs $1150. Next the rear axle housing rusted a hole in. Cost of repairs $1900. Next front exhaust pipes with converters are rusted out a leaking exhaust.Toyota has a recall for rust on this truck but doesn't cover these problems that are dangerous

- Amsterdam, NY, USA

I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra and it has a problem that when the car gets hot the engine will stall out and die without warning. It creates no omd II errors and the check engine light never appears. The ECM fuse blows on occasion but replacing it does not lead to a running vehicle. It fails to start until the engine compartment cools down. There is fire from the spark plugs and there is fuel pressure in the fuel rail. We have replaced all the relays and fuses in the ECM and EFI circuits and all fingers are now pointing to the ECM controller itself. We just changed out the fuel pump and are looking at replacement of all the ignition coils (8) and all the fuel injectors (8). But since all of these components seam to be working that would make little since. The recent recall for the ECM on the matrix & corolla indicate that there may have been problems with the manufacture of ECM units for a much longer period of time since my Tundra is exhibiting the same problem. This problem has been getting worse for over 5 years now and the Toyota dealers and other Toyota specialty shops cannot find the problem since there are no engine codes and the fact that it will start and run fine after it cools down. I have been waiting for it to die and not start at all to hope to find the problem.

- Dripping Springs, TX, USA

I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra which has had numerous problems with the front and rear brakes. The front brakes were "repaired" within the first 4,000 miles of driving but the front disc rotors continue to warp within 10-15,000 miles of additional "repairs". the rear brakes are frequently bathed in oil from leaking rear-ed seals caused, I'm told, by plugged rear-end vents. The vent has been cleaned or replaced and the rear seals replaced five times in the history of the car (now 109,000 miles). The bias between the brakes is extremely favoring the front brakes and the ABS has not worked for some time. Panic braking, especially in rain-soaked or snow-covered surfaces entirely is entirely insufficient and dangerous. I have been very disappointed by Toyota's responsiveness to these problems and seeming inability to fix these problems. I've read numerous similar complaints from other Tundra owners. This is a pervasive, persistent and life-threatening design flaw that is, apparently, unfixable.

- Davis, WV, USA

Transmission feels like it binds after the initial stop. The truck will jerk forward as if it was hit from behind. Dimssii IVOQ entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis ---731059

- Broken Arrow, OK, USA