Driving to my home on Thursday, August 4, I heard a rapping noise start in my engine. I had taken it to the garage (D&J auto) the following day. Upon there inspection, they found a hole in the block of my engine. After swapping engines out of my vehicle, I had further inspected the old engine. I had a certified mechanic friend helping me to tear down the engine to find what caused the problem. We had found that a connecting rod had shattered inside the engine (arm that connects piston to crank shaft). I had contacted Toyota motor Corp. And a few service managers in my area to send a representative to come and inspect the damage. I was told by a certified mechanic that the metal casting of the connecting rod was faulty, I thought Toyota would want to verify this by inspecting the pieces themselves. I have not been contacted by a Toyota representative as of yet and it has been three weeks and the service managers keep saying; " the engine is out of warranty so there is nothing they can do for me". if I would have been driving this vehicle on a major highway this problem would possibly have caused a serious injury or accident to me or others. I felt since they would not acknowledge me, it should be reported to you. I have documented the damage with digital pictures and I am in the process of having the pieces analyzed by an independent mechanic to determine the exact reason for the failure.

- Slatington, PA, USA

Engine knocking while driving. Vehicle been to the dealer on two occasions and before the correction was made. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

Engine replaced.

- Graham, WA, USA

There is a pinge in the engine. Dealer has replaced the spark plugs and the oxygen sensor, and the problem still exists. The manufacturer has been notified.

- Mt Holly, NJ, USA