Rear frame rotted from inside out on 1994 toyota pickup. Called toyota and they stated the recall only went back to 1995. Just put new brakes, new clutch, new engine, etc into vehicle. Wish I knew the frame was rotted prior to doing all that. I am hoping toyota will extend the recall back a year as it is clear it is the same problem as those involved in the buy back.
1994 Toyota Pickup body complaints
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1994 toyota 4 x4 pick up truck. Consumer states rust and holes in frame, known as "frame rot"
My frame on my 1994 toyota, pick- up rusted from the inside out. While I was driving south on interstate 77. The spring shackle separated from the frame causing the rear to separate and shift almost 2 inches. I took the truck to a dealership in parkersburg, wv, where the vehicle remains today. (the dealer is about 91 miles form where I live) the dealership advised the frame had in deed failed and could not be repaired. Dealer advised to contact toyota motor corp. I contacted toyota, who in turns denies any wrong doing! They told me this was a dealer consumer issue. I asked what am I supposed to do with the truck? Toyota,advised me to continue to drive a vehicle they know is unsafe, on the highway!
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. The dealer informed the contact that the a-rod that held the tire in place was covered with rust and caused the front left wheel to fall off of the vehicle. The contact stated that during an inspection, she was told that the rust on the frame near the fuel tank had to be repaired before the vehicle could pass inspection. The current and failure mileages were approximately 154,000. The consumer also stated she lost steering control while driving. A recall was previously issued regarding the steering relay. Updated evoq 08/05/10
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. The contact stated that the frame rusted causing the vehicle to pull and shake when he accelerated which he noticed while driving at approximately 70 MPH. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 240,000. The current mileage was approximately 245,000
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup truck. She stated that when his gas tank dropped out of the vehicle he noticed that there was hole in the frame with rust on it, the tank was 32 inches long and 4 to 5 inches high. The dealer stated that they would not repair the vehicle. The vehicle has not been repaired; however, it has been at the dealer for approximately 2 days. The failure and current mileages were 124402.
I own a 1994 toyota pickup, 96k miles, frame has rusted completely through making vehicle unable to be driven, or even pass state inspection. Appears to be the same problem that toyota has announced for 1995 and up vehicles, but they will not apply to a 1994 pickup.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. The contact took her vehicle to pep boys to have a new clutch and exhaust installed. The mechanic discovered a defect and attempted to tow the vehicle to a dealer; however, the tow driver would not transport the vehicle because the frame was faulty. The dealer confirmed that the frame was rusted and unsafe. The current and failure mileages were 75,000. Updated 6/01/09 *cn the consumer stated a new clutch and exhaust system. Updated 06/02/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. The contact observed rust damage on the frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they found excessive rust corrosion on the passenger side. The technician stated that there was no remedy for the frame and recommended that the vehicle not be driven. The contact was concerned that the frame could collapse. The failure and current mileages were 75,000. Updated 05/27/09 *bf updated 05/29/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. The contact took the vehicle to the repair shop to have the rear shocks replaced. The mechanic stated that the rear frame was corroded and the vehicle should not be driven. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that the vehicle was not included in the frame recall. The federal safety agency campaign id number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 183,000. Updated 04/17/09. *lj updated 04/21/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. While the contact was underneath the vehicle, he noticed that the frame contained excessive rust and holes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was repaired for the failure. In addition, when braking, the rear of the vehicle would shimmy. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 180,000 and current mileage was 182,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. Everytime the contact makes a right turn, he hears a moderate banging sound coming from the passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and they discovered that the frame was corroded. The current mileage was 185,000 and failure mileage was 150,000.
I own a 1994 toyota pickup with only 47,000 miles and the frame as significant rust perforation to the frame of the vehicle. This is the same type of rust perforation that the toyota tacoma's are experiencing which has resulted in toyota buying back all 1995 to 2000 toyota tacoma's as they were deemed unsafe to drive by toyota. When I contacted toyota about my vehicle they said that they were not including the 1994's in their buyback program even though it was the same problem as the tacoma's. Please see similar complaint #10236880 filed by another 1994 toyota pickup owner. There are stories on the web that these vehicles are actually splitting in half due to the significant amount of rust perforation to the frame. I believe this should be a safety recall before someone is seriously injured or killed.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. When making a turn or placing the vehicle into reverse, the contact would hear a loud popping and cracking noise. She took the vehicle to a local repair shop and was informed that the frame detached from the bracket. The vehicle was unable to be repaired. The manufacturer stated that they would not assume any responsibility because there was no recall for the failure. The failure and current mileages were 126,000. Updated 09/10/08. *lj the consumer stated the fram rusted out on both sides. The consumer was informed the metal was weak. Updated 09/16/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 toyota pickup. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic for a routine brake check and was informed that his frame was rusting. He noticed little holes and one big hole the size of a fist. In addition, the end of the frame rails where the bumper was located was severely deteriorated. He consulted the manufacturer regarding tsb number 10024521 (or toyota service # pol08-03) for the 1995-2000 tacomas to see if he could be included, but was denied. The current mileage was 206,821 and failure mileage was approximately 201,000.
Bumper assembly is rustying in the middle in the back. The bumper is humped up & splitting where it is rusting.
Consumer stated while having a boat hitched to the rear of the vehicle he experienced some difficulties within the driving of the vehicle. After making an inspection, he removed the rear bumper and noticed the main support cross weld had not been welded.
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