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I brought my 2001 Toyota Tundra into my dealer today, and he advised me that the frame of the Toyota is very rusted and cracking and close to completely breaking. He said Toyota issued a recall on this, but it is no longer in effect. I have learned this is a common issue with the 2000-2003 Toyota Tundras. Please advise!
Heavy rust on frame as well as rusting out under support. Causing the bed of the truck to rub on the Cab. Causing the frame to start to bend, I use his vehicle. To transport my special needs child. I-??m wondering why, my vehicle" Isn-??t covered under the recall ??"
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that she noticed an unknown part hanging from the vehicle. The contact's son noticed that the cross member had fractured causing the fuel tank to detach. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 227,780. The contact stated repairs would cost $3800 and up but the contact can not afford the repairs. The contact is requesting further assistance on this matter as she was unable to find resolution.
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the sub frame of the vehicle was severely corroded. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they could not repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
Chassis rust and holes in the frame. Obviously large rust holes in the direction of the frame behind the front driver side wheel. Frame holes cause great concern for the overall operational safety of the vehicle. I consider this degree of rust degradation excessive and a craftsmanship defect. Heavy steel vehicle frames shuld not exhibit rust holes to this degree. Upon recall notice and inspection by Toyota, the vehicle received a cnc undercoat to much of the chassis/frame as a measure to prevent further/future rust formation. Obviously, the undercoat was insufficient at preventing further rust formation on this part of the frame. I do not know exactly when the rust holes appeared. I entered today's date when answering the question of "when did this happen", but it is reasonable to assume the rust formation has been in existance for many months to years.
- Loveland, OH, USA
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My vehicle was supposed to have been repaired under a previous recall for frame rust, with a coating, but it is apparent that Toyota did not repair all area's as today driving down the highway my shockmount completely rusted away, causing me to almost hit several cars, and pieces of the mount flew behind me into traffic. From the outside this truck looks to be in excellent shape, however the tow driver looked underneath and said he could not believe the rust damage. My vehicle has now been deemed unsafe and not roadworthy. My fear is how many unsuspecting owners are there that thought the recall repairs were done correctly, and could have an accident that could lead to serious injury or death if these go untreated, repaired or replaced. I was driving on the main outerbelt freeway in columbus, I-270 at 60-65 mph when the part came off.
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 09V444000 (structure). The vehicle was taken to dunning Toyota (877-356-9318, located at 3745 jackson rd, ann arbor, mi 48103) where it was stated that the vehicle was too dangerous to be repaired due to excessive corrosion. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the dealer would not be forced to repair the vehicle if the vehicle were found to be unsafe to be repaired or driven. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance at an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the frame was rusted. The contact stated that the brakes and power steering rack were rusted before and previously repaired. The contact called lia Toyota of northampton (located at 280 king St, northampton, MA 01060, (413) 341-5299) and informed them of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Hi, I have a 2001 Tundra that the frame is shot on. I have fixed it a few times to try to keep it on the road but it just keeps getting worse and worse. Its to the point where I feel its not safe to drive anymore but Toyota refuses to fix it. They say it doesn't qualify for their frame recall. I find this hard to believe beings they have replaced thousands of frames for corrosion so clearly they know its an issue but yet mine doesn't qualify. The frame rusted completely in half behind the cab and I welded in a steel plate so I could drive it again. It also has large holes in various other locations of the frame as well. This is a bit ridiculous as the truck only has 135K miles on it.
Bought truck new in 8/2001. Brought truck to dealer when it was recalled for rust in 2012 and was told rust wasn't bad enough to do anything. Brought truck back to dealer multiple times after 2012 (last in 11/18) and was told everything was fine on each occasion. In 8/2019 I heard a squeak from undercarriage and when I looked, the spare tire crossmember was hanging down and the right side upper shock mount was completely rusted through and the top of the shock was rubbing against the bottom of the truck bed (top shock mount was completely rusted away). Local service center told me to remove the shock and spare tire for safety. This rust is limited to the upper shock mount and the crossmember holding the spare tire. Other crossmembers and frame rails are all stable with only the amount of surface rust expected on a 18 year old vehicle. I do not believe that the dealer did a thorough exam of the truck in 2012, 2018 or other visits I made when I prompted them to check the rust as it related to the recall. I was told that since the campaign for rust was over they couldn't do anything. Based on the fact of only 2-3 areas of catastrophic rust on the frame and components while the rest of the frame and chassis is wearing appropriately I believe that this is a safety issue that should be re-instated - obvious factory defect - no corrosion inhibited applied. The vehicle is still mechanically perfect but the falling spare tire and broken suspension can cause an accident or injury that could be prevented with a recall. I believe that the Toyota dealer did not do a thorough inspection. I also question why I have seen multiple instances of individuals with similar problems who were given anti-corrosion treatment or other efforts made to stop the rust from getting worse - but nothing was done by Toyota to mitigate this problem before it got to this catastrophic level.
There was a safety recall issued for corrosion/rusted frames on 2000-2001 Toyota Tundra in what Toyota defined as severe cold weather states. Iowa was not included. Why" we have a 2001 Toyota Tundra with only 120,000+miles on it that now has a rusted out whole the size of my fist in its frame. I do not have a photo to attach, but can get one if need be. We've talked to the dealer and Toyota customer service, they won't do anything about it. Toyota customer service looked up the VIN and said it wasn't part of the recall. Why? Iowa is a cold weather state! this truck came thru princeton in. How come Toyota gets to decide what states the recall applies to? according to the Tundra recall blog, https://www.Tundra.com/threads/2000-Tundra-frame-replacement.7215/, they are still fixing trucks in New York as of 2018. Doesn't Iowa count? how many other trucks are out there on our highways with the same issue" 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'
Vehicle frame has sufficient rust including holes in the frame. There were two recalls dealing with this rust issue, neither fixed the problem. This has been an on going issue for Toyota including class action lawsuits - but those didn't include 2001 Tundra. I have contacted the dealership where purchased new, the dealership that undercoated over top of the rust (second recall - had there been holes in the frame 10mm or large, they said they would have replaced the frame at that time. But they were not allowed to bead blast or wire brush which most likely were have products several hole greater then 10mm), and Toyota headquarters. Because the recalls were closed, they all said there is nothing they are willing to do. The vehicle is not safe to drive and frame replacement is estimated to be $15,000 which is more then the vehicle is worth. I also don't want to sell a vehicle that isn't safe to drive.
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the subframe sustained severe rusting and corrosion. The vehicle was taken to curry Toyota (832 straits turnpike, watertown, ct) who confirmed that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V444000 (structure). Due to the severe rusting of the subframe, the recall remedy could not be performed. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 102,000.
I have only owned this vehicle for 6 months. On 8/18/18 the control arm on the passenger side fell off, I had the truck towed by aaa to a local repair shop. After examining the vehicle, the mechanic stated that the driver side control arm was also ready to fall off but the bigger problem is that the frame is rotted, holes everywhere and the vehicle is not safe to drive. I inquired at lynch Toyota about a remedy through the frame recall and they informed me that there was a prevention spray done in 2014 at westbrook Toyota - which makes this worse, because there shouldn't be any rot/corrosion if the spray was effective. I called Toyota corporate to ask about a remedy and they refused, stating that a guarantee of the spray was only for 12 months after the (ineffective) spray was applied and after that the customer is on their own. I did not own the vehicle at the time so I don't know if problems were noticed within 12 months after the spray, but clearly the spray didn't work since 4 years later the frame is rotted to the point of being unsafe.
My 2001 Toyota tundda was part of the frame service campaign. Upon receiving notice I immediately scheduled an inspection and my frame was coated in the protective coating supplied by Toyota at the Toyota dealer I purchased the truck from. In the years to come that coating would fall off and my truck frame would continue to rust. In August of 2018 I took it to my local Toyota dealer for inspection who said a hole has rusted in the frame near the gas tank. They also informed me that Toyota will not do anything to correct her problem since the program had expired. I received this same information from the dealer I bought it from and Toyota corporate. In addition to the hole in the frame both power steering lines rusted through and so did the power steering rack. Toyota's attempt at fixing the problem failed and now I'm stuck with a truck that has a compromised frame. I do not feel safe putting myself or my family in this vehicle as it won't be as strong in the event of a crash and keeping the vehicle will only result in further deterioration of the frame. Toyota needs to make this right and either buy the truck back or fix the frame and they need to do this for al affected vehicles.
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. While checking underneath the vehicle, the contact noticed severe rust where the leaf spring shackles were located near the fuel tank. The contact drove the vehicle to tansky motors Toyota in logan, Ohio and was advised not to haul anything on the vehicle because the frame could fracture. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer sent a notification to have the vehicle evaluated at don woods Toyota in athens, Ohio. The don woods dealer determined that the frame was ok. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 177,000....updated 10/19/17 the consumer stated the dealer rust proofed the vehicle. Updated 10/26/2017
The contact owns a 2001 Toyota Tundra. While the vehicle was stationary, it became rusted and severely corroded. The vehicle was taken to tnc Toyota of marietta, Ohio where it was treated for rust and corrosion with a spray coating per a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 08/22/17 the consumer stated after the vehicle was repaired the corrosion worsened. The dealer stated since the consumer signed the completed repair order the would not be able to assist with the repair. Updated 08/28/2017
Lower drivers side ball joint popped out going down hyway. Tire ended up collapsing in on drivers fender door and broke cv shaft and twisted a arms. Very dangerous. No prior sign of clunking or popping.
I was driving in a Toyota Tundra 2001 with my pregnant wife and two goats in the bed, when I drove over a small bump by a little bridge when I heard a noise and lost control off the truck almost hitting a tree. I was within a half mile from my home so when I got home I inspected the truck to find out the lower control arm broke off. If you drive the truck now it will pull the truck hard to the left and it feels like its about to fall apart. Toyota also had a so called recall on the frames but, even still the frame is in terrible condition and they refuse to help. Im most pissed because this happened while my wife was in the truck and we already lost one child together.
Truck has rusted holes in frame. Reported to Toyota, was told it was looked previously, no longer under recall. Found out later was denied frame replacement to previous owner while still under recall.
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- Desoto, MO, USA