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CarComplaints.com Notes: A dependable pickup option that does have a slight history of frame corrosion. Even though mud looks cool on a truck, it's best if you run this through the car wash every now and again.

1.7

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
100,246 miles

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2003 Toyota Tundra fuel system problems

fuel system problem

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2003 Toyota Tundra Owner Comments

problem #5

Apr 012019

Tundra 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 129,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While driving 65 mph, the contact heard an abnormal dragging noise coming from the vehicle. Upon exiting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the fuel tank was rusted and detached. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact called don moore Toyota (4216 frederica St, owensboro, ky 42301, (270) 926-2500) and was informed to have the vehicle towed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 129,000.

- Owensboro, KY, USA

problem #4

Nov 162018

Tundra

  • 155,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While driving various low speeds and approaching a stop, the fuel tank detached from the vehicle and fell onto the ground. The contact temporarily re-attached the fuel tank to the vehicle and was able to drive home. Romano Toyota (6400 basile rowe, East syracuse, New York 13057, (315) 445-1070) was made aware of the failure and requested that a diagnostic test be performed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 09V444000 (structure). The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.

- Baldwinsville, NY, USA

problem #3

Nov 022012

Tundra 6-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
Took 2003 Toyota Tundra in for frame rust corrosion program 09V-444000. Was told frame and other components had extensive rust and multiple 10mm holes by lead service technician at local Toyota dealership. Service manager explained that my 2003 Toyota Tundra frame was extensively rusted and unsafe to be on the road and they wanted to take my truck immediately and provide a rental car due to safety concerns. Asked for a plan of action of the scope of work to be performed (corrosion compound verses frame replacement) before giving possession of vehicle. Photos of 2003 Toyota Tundra frame, rear cross members, spare tire carrier, rear brake lines & fuel tank mounting system were taken and sent to lead service tech three states away in Texas. Was informed extensive frame rust exists on all components (frame, rear cross members, spare tire carrier, rear brake lines & fuel tank mounting system) but it is not covered because vehicle is no longer registered in Wisconsin. Purchased this 2003 Toyota certified vehicle in Wisconsin in April of 2010 and no information was given to me at regarding the NHTSA investigation or any rust inspections that were performed. Toyota corporation refuses to repair, replace or add corrosion resistant compound to any severely affected rusted components. Significant rust issues exist on this vehicle and still Toyota corporation refuses to provide any documentation of their inspections. Toyota corporation will not put in writing that the frame, rear cross members, spare tire carrier, rear brake lines & fuel tank mounting system is safe or road worthy. Deadline for all rust repairs is December 31, 2012. Toyota corporation is stalling consumers to keep from doing any repairs and leaving unsafe rusted 2003 Toyota Tundra's on the highways. Please initiate a new NHTSA investigation regarding this matter for the safety of consumers.

- Madison, MS, USA

problem #2

Jun 292012

Tundra 4WD 6-cyl

  • 79,232 miles
My Toyota had a frame recall for rusting which they fixed. Now I'm being told my gas tank is rusting and needs to be replaced. Toyota will fix it for 1500. 00 dollars I believe this is a safety problem and is a Toyota problem.

- Amherest , NH, USA

problem #1

May 182011

Tundra

  • 83,000 miles
Check engine light on. Code related to evaporation/fuel system. Checked the fuel cap, appears ok, reset light and returned on. Will replace fuel cap. Potentially fuel filler pipe as mentioned frequently on here.

- Fall River, MA, USA

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