2008 Toyota 4RUNNER body problems

Filed Dec 2, 2022 · Body, Suspension · 83,600 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle for the State Inspection, he was informed that the vehicle could not be inspected due to severe subframe corrosion. The contact stated that her son, an independent mechanic, later determined that the entire subframe and suspension of the vehicle were severely corroded. The contact stated that the vehicle was undrivable. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 83,600.

Filed Apr 12, 2022 · Body, Engine · TX

I'm experiencing major frame rust mainly at the crossbeams and all over the frame. Metal is literally crumbling away if I touch if. I don't even want to remove the rust to prepare for anti-rust coating since there may not be much metal left. Its only at 150k miles and shouldnt be crumbling away this fast. Just recently had to replace muffler and tailpipe since the muffle connection literally rusted away. Tacomas were able to have their frames replaces. The 4runner has a similar if not identical frame due to them sharing the same underlying platform. This should be pretty obvious that 4Runners need to be a part of that recall.

Filed Jun 3, 2021 · Body · TX

Lots of rust on frame and body. This is certainly an excessive amount. Many other owners of the 4runner between 2003-2009 are experiencing the same problem.

Filed Jul 28, 2020 · Body, Brakes · MA

Entire underbody of car is rusting out, tail gate already had 2 body repairs but keeps rusting out. Many parts at just 150k were already replaced due to severe rust- most suspension parts, transmission cooling lines, exhaust , skid plates all failed. Brake calipers failed 4 times in in 6 years.

Filed Jun 16, 2020 · Body, Suspension · PA

Excessive frame rust is rendering the vehicle unsafe to operate.

Filed Sep 24, 2019 · Body · 162,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota 4runner. While driving various speeds, the contact heard a rattling noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the frame was rusted and the top control arm post was melted. Another independent mechanic stated that a mounting plate needed to be replaced. The mechanic stated that the vehicle could not be driven because the control arm could detach and strike the fuel tank. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 162,000.

Filed Jul 27, 2019 · Body · 90,000 miles · CT

Vehicle's frame is very corroded overall and it has more than 15 inch long hole in the frame on the passenger front frame rail. It has been checked by toyota dealership and determined unsafe to drive. Vehicle has only 90,000 miles and it is overall in excellent condition.

Filed Feb 27, 2019 · Body · 90,400 miles · MD

I have noticed a significant amount of rust on the frame of my vehicle. The rust is apparent in many places along the frame, including parts that are integral to the chassis, such as the differential. I have read on many forums that this is a known issue with this make and model vehicle. I would like to know my options for repairing this issue which if left unattended will damage parts (e.g. Differential) that are critical to the normal functions of my vehicle,

Filed Aug 12, 2018 · Body · 147,000 miles · VA

Back hatch unlatches itself when hitting a bump and flies open. This has occurred multiple times, observed by several family members.

Filed Oct 17, 2017 · Body, Electrical · NY

Toyota issued a short term warranty enhancement, expiring march 2018, for a known safety defect. I believe that the potential ramifications are significant and that this should be a recall as opposed to a warranty enhancement. The defect is in the rear window seal and electrical system; use of the defroster can cause the window to blow out. My car has a significant body defect adjacent to the rear window seal, and the seal is damaged, indicating that this is an accident waiting to happen. I spoke with corporate toyota; their stance is that they will not do the repair until after the window blows out. It is likely that toyota has known about this for some time, as there is information on the internet about this, but has only recently notified owners. When I spoke to toyota, they asked what the mileage was. I told them it had just reached the 100,000 mile mark - and they said that the car was almost 10 years old and had lasted well. Further investigation on my part LED to the knowledge that recalls do not have to be performed after 100,000 miles, which probably explains the delay in notifying owners, and in calling this, which is a definite and significant safety issue, a "warranty enhancement" instead of a recall. My car is in excellent condition, other than that, and the choices which I have are to avoid using the defroster (not a viable option in the northeast), do nothing and wait for the window to blow out (not a safe option); pay for the repair myself, even though it is a known defect, or sell the car, which I can't do in good conscience, knowing the potential ramifications of that defect. Toyota states that the issue does not occur with all cars - that is likely true. Cars in dry climates with minimal rain and cold weather are probably unlikely to manifest; cars in the wet and snowy northeast, where I live, are presumably more likely to manifest.