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A-arm suspension is very rusty with holes rusted through lower A-arms. Have been told by mechanics that it is not safe to drive without replacement. This has taken place over time. No breakage at this time.
Have had to replace lower arm on drivers side and passengers side needs replaced also. Frame is rusting out. Excessive rust for the year. Advised by mechanic that truck is unsafe to drive. Truck is basically rotting in half. Toyota is recalling other trucks due to same problem with the frames but not this truck. Have talked to 2 Toyota dealers and advised there is nothing to be done on these trucks it only the ones that have been recalled the Tacoma and now the sequoias. For the same issues.
Vehicle fuel lines had rusted and leaked gasoline necessitating replacement approx 1 year ago. Currently, as of 06/18/2012, there is "excessive rust for miles and age of car" (on entire frame and suspension components per mechanic exam). The lower control arms have holes caused by rust that could affect control of vehicle. This is similar to recall of same vintage Toyota Tacoma pickup trucks.
The contact owns a 1995 Toyota T100. The contact stated that the front frame and suspension was rusted and corroded. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for routine maintenance and the mechanic noticed the failure. The mechanic then advised the contact to notify an authorized dealer and inquire about possible recalls. The dealer was notified and stated that there were no recalls or warranties addressing the failure. The dealer also stated that all repairs would be made at the owner's expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 117,000.
- Staten Island, NY, USA
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