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Vehicle available for inspection upon request. Truck frame located behind front passenger side wheel has rusted and deteriorated. There are visible portions of the frame completely gone. Additionally, the main frame closest to passenger door. Metal is literally falling off in my hands when trying to determine extent of damage. There is very little metal connecting this portion of the frame. It's unsafe to drive. Please advise asap.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the shift interlock control unit failed while pulling into a parking space. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the gear shifter ceased in park. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 168,287.
Drive shaft U joint failed while operating at high speed. Drive shaft snapped off at high speed and cracked fuel tank and exhaust. Truck has had frame recalled and leaf springs recalled. Truck has been in shop already 4 times regarding frame recall.
There are 3 recalls on my vehicle in which I've been notified about. I called the dealership where I purchased the vehicle and tried to set up a date in which I can leave my vehicle. The recall notification from Toyota stated that I would be provided a loaner vehicle while the work is being performed, since the rust treatment was going to take 4 days to dry. Now since I've requested a loaner vehicle the dealership continues to avoid my calls or let me speak with the head repair technician. The problems with the vehicle has had recalls for safety hazards and potential death while driving.
- Owensboro, KY, USA
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I went to the my local Toyota dealership to remedy the suspension spring gas tank puncture recall on my Toyota and they said, they couldn't do it cause my truck has a body lift.
The U joints on my 2007 Toyota Tacoma deteriorated to the point in which I was forced to replace them, multiple times. This issue with the U-joints has now led to an increase deterioration in my drive shaft as well. Recently, I received a letter from the manufacturer stating there was a recent recall on the above described U-joints. Upon taking my vehicle to the dealership they told me several different stories. In the beginning, my drive shaft was supposedly just fine and in need of no repairs; they informed me that they would still replace the U-joints in question. Later on they changed their story to the drive shaft needing to be replaced completely due to wear on the item from the faulty U joints. After explaining background information they told me I was not eligible for the drive shaft to be replaced for free; blaming the damage on a previous mechanic who has been in business for himself for over 35 years. Now, as I am writing this complaint, my vehicle sits at the dealership, with me unable to utilize it due to the fact that they now say they will not put the drive shaft back on and I will have to pay out of pocket to get it towed. They are telling me that I am not eligible for recall status, they will not put my drive shaft back into my vehicle, and they are costing me and my family a lot of money due to the fact that my vehicle is my livelyhood.
The rear propeller shaft broke while driving on hwy 2 at 60 M.P.H. (Washington state). The driveline flailed around and damaged the exhaust pipe and the metal bracket common to the fuel tank. This is a 2007 Toyota Tacoma 4WD. I found a safety recall for this exact problem NHTSA # 07V324000 that states the propeller shaft was incorrectly cast and could snap (just like this one did). I called Toyota and they said they would not cover it because my VIN did not match with this recall. The photos I am uploading shows the shaft broken off in a classic case of metal fatigue due to improper casting.
On a routine commute home, I was traveling approximately 70 mph in the #3 lane on the freeway when I noticed I lost acceleration, but the engine would rev. It regained acceleration then went away again with a harsh sound. I was able to safely move over to the shoulder and inspected the vehicle. It would not move in any gear and upon inspection of the underside, smoke/steam was coming from the differential and it was very hot to the touch. The towing company spent an hour trying to pull it onto the flatbed due to both rear wheels being locked despite all brakes being off and the transmission being in neutral. Once it was dropped off at my residence, I removed the third member assembly. I discovered there was no fluid and the pinion gear looked ground down and there were metal flakes. It also appeared to be leaking from the pinion seal, something I was not aware of leading up to the incident.
My chasys frame have rust and look like my motor going to fell to the floor I call Toyota but the say no open recall to replace my frame, also my car have a lot vibration on rear went aceleration. But Toyota dont wante help
Vehicle infected with extreme frame rust. Motor support ; transmission and transfer case support; power steering tubing rusted holes making steering impossible. The dealership known as ramey Toyota has my truck and charging me with unnecessary charges on towing the vehicle to their facility due to a spring clip become loose allowing the vehicle's right rear wheel to sway therefore it had to be towed. Contacted Toyota authorized the tow as well as a vehicle to ride so they can replace the leaf spring. Toyota now denies they authorized these two issues and left me with holding the charges. They called the towing service and not I so therefore I am not responsible. Please note all the aggravation caused from the above and added danger from this vehicle is the rust on the frame! please contact this dealership and get the dangers of driving this truck on the road. It is completely unsafe due to all that is mentioned here. Please contact Toyota as well that they are saying I called the towing service. Trust me this vehicle is extremely dangerous to drive due to all the rust and if something happens then you have this information that you and I can lean back on in case something does happen upon driving the vehicle. Thank you very much. I have taken pictures and videos of the vehicles rust and have tried to up load them to you but your system will not accept the images.
Toyota Tacoma truck 2007 has frame rust that can and will eventually cause a fatality if it hasn't already. I warn owners of these vehicles to start looking for rust for I will assure you that you will be the fincial looser in the long run of thing! please do not purchase without looking elsewhere. These are toys and dangerous.
The frame of this truck is extremely rusted and has been for some time. Have spent a great deal on parts due to the rust and now it is considered as a dangerous vehicle. I have tried to get Toyota's attention about this safety issue but they keep turning me away. I have also noticed that on the internet and folks around my community who own the same type vehicle is rusted as well. Please! I need someone to contact Toyota about this dangerous issue.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at 75 mph, the rear driveshaft fractured at the knuckle. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 07V324000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 02/22/2017
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. While attempting to reverse, the vehicle lunged forward without warning and crashed into a wall. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000.
When I driving on local street, my truck felt odd when I step on the gas acceleration (( slow)) the speedometer hit between 30mpg to 40mpg I feel shudder like the gas got joke {{intermittent)) I feel my engine shaking till I pass the 40mpg, if I step on the gas down fast its run normal, I heard alots of people complaint about the same problem..my milages now 73,000.00....
Moderate to severe vibration started from 5-40 mph then vibration is still there at > 40mph but not as bad. Does not matter is hot or cold, city or highway I had tires balanced and rotated but vehicle still vibrates. Tsb's from Toyota point to drive train vibrations in Tacoma models. Now, at times, the drive train squeals like a bad U-joint or hanger bearing. Dealer said they are aware but no recall. This needs a recall. Vehicle has around 147000 miles.
The four wheel drive actuator/transfer case motor went out. It was not repairable and had to be replaced for a considerable price. From what I learned from the Toyota dealership this seems to happen often.
After a couple of months I started experiencing a loud "squeak" coming from the rear of the vehicle and a "whistle" at speeds of 65-80mph. I contacted dealer and took it in for them to troubleshoot the issues. After about 4 months of ownership along with the above mentioned problems I started noticing a heavy vibration at slow speeds. I bought new tires, front end alignment, and had tires balanced as per my dealers recommendation. Then the acceleration issues started..... I took it back to my dealership and they performed the "floor mat fix". the vibrations just kept getting worse and the constant visits to my dealer and calls to Toyota's corporate office always ending with the "that's normal for these trucks" saying. The other day I was returning home and I was approaching a curve I removed my foot from the accelerator and depressed the brake pedal and slowed down to take the curve, I went to accelerate through the curve and my truck was not turning. The rear tires were locked even though my foot was off the brake which by that happening I had no control over where I was going.... I ended up not being able to steer around the curve and went straight through someone's yard taking out a mailbox and sliding sideways into a tree crushing the passenger side of my truck. Called Toyota's customer support and reported the locking up off my rear end, the failure of the anti lock system, and the loss of steering. All I got for my troubles was a rude "well there's nothing we can do" (as always). I have had nothing but problems since I purchased this truck. Toyota needs to address all of the issues that has plagued the Tacoma from day one. I have contacted a lawyer and have been instructed that a class action suit needs to be filed against Toyota by all of us. My email is [xxx] if you want to pursue this with me contact me. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
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- Pasadena , MD, USA