10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
103,888 miles

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problem #53

May 302024

Tundra

  • miles
This vehicle was recalled for frame rust issues. The dealer under coated the frame in-lieu of replacing it, as they have done with so many others. Now I'm facing a safety issue, as the frame has rusted through in critical areas. The major concern is if the frame snaps in half while under high speeds causing an accident and potentially injuring other and or myself. I have contacted the manufacturer and they provided a case number (240530000550). The dealer is aware of this issue and they were the ones that recommended contacting this organization as well as the manufacturer.

- Berlin, CT, USA

problem #52

Apr 232024

Tundra

  • 290,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the driver-??s side front ball joint detached causing the front driver-??s side wheel to bend inward. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed back to the residence which caused damage to the fender. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V013000 (Suspension) however, the failure occurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 290,000.

- Perris, CA, USA

problem #51

Jan 152024

Tundra

  • miles
Frame rusted thru to point it is unsafe to drive

- Kinston, NC, USA

problem #50

Feb 152024

Tundra

  • miles
Frame corrosion through out the entire frame. Recently the steering rack broke away from the frame cross member. Now every time I turn the wheel there is a popping sounds and the steering feels loose compared to what it did before the sound accord. There is also a hole in the back of the frame behind the back tire. My attached tow package ripped sections of the frame and caused crack to extend towards the front of the frame. The fuel tank straps are also severely corroded.

- Amherst, VA, USA

problem #49

Nov 132023

Tundra

  • miles
Frame and suspension is rotted away badly was recall on frame In 2005

- Yonkers, NY, USA

problem #48

Jan 132023

Tundra

  • miles
Toyota did an inspection for frame rust years ago, but mine is now rusting out I believe it should have been swapped at the time of the recall.

- Topeka, KS, USA

problem #47

Oct 052022

Tundra

  • miles
It-??s has come to my attention that this is an on going issue with tundra frames rusting out after being sprayed I inherited this truck from a family friend and the truck is getting to where it-??s not drivable for frame issues this needs to be addressed by Toyota ASAP!!

- Church Road, VA, USA

problem #46

Nov 102022

Tundra 8-cyl

  • miles
******* delete voq ******* this complaint is being marked for deletion because the consumer placed the request. ******* delete voq *******

- Rutland , OH, USA

problem #45

Nov 092022

Tundra

  • miles
i recently purchased the 2005 Tundra I was instructed to take the Tundra to Westbury Toyota for inspection and they didnt even took at the truck they claimed according to the VIN is not eligible for any consideration from Toyota North North America The frame has recessive deterioration. We understand the truck doesnt have lifetime warranty but I am disappointed in Toyota's response

- Freeport, NY, USA

problem #44

Aug 312022

Tundra

  • miles
I own a 2005 Toyota Tundra 4dr. and in January of this year 2022 a recall was sent out on -??Inadequate Hardness of Ball Joint Housing-??. My Tundra is having ball joint problems meaning skeeking on the front wheels, vibrating until over 55 mph., and suspension problems. I called a Toyota dealership to get the truck fixed but they told me that back in 2007 the ball joints were already fixed. I shouldn-??t be having this problem if the recall just came out. I-??m trying to get this problem corrected on my truck without having to pay the $900 bill they want to charge me to fix it. Whst can I do ??

- Mobile, AL, USA

problem #43

Apr 182022

Tundra

  • 225,000 miles
Front left wheel fell off. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request" FRONT LEFT WHEEL. YES, AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? WHEEL FELL OFF Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? YES. TOWED TO SHOP; THEY AGREED THAT FRONT LEFT WHEEL FELL OFF. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? CAPITOL BODY SHOP, RIDGELAND, MS Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear" UKNOWN. VEHICLE HAS MADE NOISE OFF AND ON, BUT WHETHER DUE TO THIS I CANNOT SAY. PLEASE NOTE: THIS VEHICLE WAS SUBJECT TO Recall Number 07V013000 Recall Date 01/19/2007 lOWER BALL JOINT. THIS VEHICLE HAD THAT SERVICE DONE IN LAS VEGAS NEVADA AT APPROX 12,500 MILES. WHAT FAILED WAS THE FIXED/REPAIRED/REPLACED JOINT. ALL

- Jackson , MS, USA

problem #42

Jul 252019

Tundra

  • miles
I believe my Toyota frame is rusted. The truck has 56,000 miles. The front wheel has a noticeable problem with the camber - it can not be driven safely.

- Colesville, MD, USA

problem #41

Dec 152021

Tundra

  • miles
the frame has rotted to the point the vehicle cannot be driven. rusted with holes all in it unsafe

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #40

Oct 232020

Tundra

  • miles
I dont know exactly is the front ball joint or something else but something happen when run and stop the tundra, all the time hear a noise how to something is broke

- Kissimmee , FL, USA

problem #39

Feb 172021

Tundra

  • miles
The leaf springs have broken and frame is showing serious rust damage. Brake lines were leaking and had to be replaced.

- Manchester, ME, USA

problem #38

May 292021

Tundra

  • miles
Perforations in frame along seams due to rust isolated to the driver side front frame rail. Toyota is aware of this problem and refuse service and repair.

- Chesapeake, VA, USA

problem #37

May 062021

Tundra

  • miles
The frame has several holes in it. Toyota said they did the corrosion prevension on it and said the repair is out of warranty. The sway bar has broken free of the frame and there are several hole and flaking spots on the frame.

- Cantonment, FL, USA

problem #36

Jan 062021

Tundra

  • miles
2005 Tundra frame is rusted in many places. Very bad where frame sections meet and now the frame is rusting through the main horizonal frame itself as the attached picture indicates. This has been an ongoing issue for years but is bad enough now that it is not safe and will not pass inspection. I know there was a recall on this frame and I was told it was ok when I brought it in for the recall. I T has been rusting ever sense. We have only purchased Toyota and Lexus vehicles for the last 20 or more years and this is the third truck rust has totaled. Please help

- Kennett Sq, PA, USA

problem #35

Mar 162021

Tundra

  • miles
Limited service campaign dsd 2004-11006 Tundra frame inspection. I bought an 05 Tundra last year. Called Toyota and they said this recall is over. My frame needs repairing. They are not helping. Do I have any recourse?

- Tacoma, WA, USA

problem #34

Mar 082021

Tundra

  • 139,500 miles
While driving down the road my spare tire mount failed do to rust corrosion causing my spare tire to fall off of my vehicle. Upon inspection the entire rear frame as well as parts of the front are corroded and flaking chunks of metal off. This rusting also affects suspension mounts and the entirety of the rear axle.

- Fort Bragg, NC, USA

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