Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact stated that a rattling noise alerted him to look underneath the vehicle. The contact noticed that the frame was rusted. The contact called an unknown dealer located in palatine, illinois and was informed that an unknown recall had expired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 176,000.
2001 Toyota Sequoia body complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact stated that there was extensive rust, corrosion, large spots, and holes on the frame. The vehicle was taken to a certified independent mechanic for inspection, but the contact was uncertain if the vehicle would pass. The vehicle was not included in a manufacturer recall for the frame. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was not available.
Purchased vehicle in 2004. Complied with a toyota inspection for possible rust on frame in 2012 and had vehicle sprayed with undercoating in 2013 (per toyota instructions). Toyota knew there was a problem. By 2015 frame was still rusting and by 2018 rust is so bad that car will not pass inspection and being told frame is "conpletely rusted out" and "not safe to drive" by mechanics. Now scared to drive the vehicle and worried about the safety of myself and family as frame may collapse or components come off at any moment. Toyota refuses to take responsibility for the defect in sequoia and tacoma vehicles with this problem. Problem is widespread. Someone is going to die as a result when a massive frame failure happens while driving. Please assist with pressure on toyota to fix this problem.
Frame is rusting in half behind the front tires.
Our 2001 toyota sequoia had a limited service campaign recall in 2013-2014 for severe rust problems in the frame. We took it to the dealer we bought it from. They either would replace the frame or just under coat the frame. They told us we only needed the undercoating - not to replace the frame. Now the frame is completely rusted out. My understanding is that toyota did a recall for the same problem in newer cars (I believe 2005-2008), but will not do anything for later model cars, yet it is exactly the same rust issue. Toyota was able to undercoat the frames, which did not fix the problem, rather than replacing the entire frame, which was much more expensive for them. This same problem also occurred with the toyota tacoma trucks.
One owner vehicle when I purchased january 2015. Was serviced at local toyota and never said any issues with frame before the deadline to have frame replaced. After I purchased my machanic noticed the rusty frame and toyota said after the deadline to get fixed but no one at toyota said it was that bad. It continued to get worse and many other people with this vehicle are having the same issue. It now won't pass inspection b/c the frame is falling apart. This is my daily driver and should not have pieces of the frame crumbling apart. The rearend is about to fall out. This is a major safety issue known with a lot of these vehicles!!
Frame rusted out with holes throughout the frame.
Frame rusted out and needed extensive repairs. Class action suit by toyota admitted problems but excluded my model year. They recalled my car in 2012 but treated frame and denied liability when it completely rusted out. I have paid over $15,000 in repairs related to this rust.
Frame badly rusting out. The toyota dealer sprayed it out a few years ago but now rusted rear differential is leaking. The whole rear axle a single welded piece. This particular vehicle was purchased and used in connecticut (ct), garaged and presently has 98k miles on it.
Frame rust on 2001 toyota sequoia - VIN#[xxx]. Toyota case # [xxx]. On mar. 7, 2013 this vehicle's frame was inspected and found to be ok and then treated with a rust inhibitor as part of a toyota recall campaign. The dealer doing this service was toyota of scranton, in pa. 3 1/2 years and 11,000 miles later this vehicle failed the pa state inspection due top significant frame rust through. There are large holes in the frame and in some areas in the rear very little solid metal remaining in the frame. The trailer hitch is attached to the damaged frame making an accident when towing a trailer highly likely. The value of the vehicle has gone from $5,000 to 500 and I will sell the vehicle for scrap and parts. The vehicle is in excellent condition, except for the rotted frame. I believe there are now thousands of unsafe toyota sequoia, tundra, and tacoma vehicles operating on public highways. I have not had an accident simply because the yearly state inspection showed the extent of the damage. I often pull a 5000# ski boat, and 2 horse trailer behind my sequoia. I will not risk the safety of my family, my horses, and fellow motorists by driving this car. But, how many drivers are completely unaware? How many believe the toyota recall was effective and their vehicles are safe? I believe toyota knew the rust treatment was simply a way to buy some time and they are now rejecting cases "that recall campaign has expired" was what [xxx] my toyota case manager's told me. She didn't offer any help, no buyback, no frame replacement, and she didn't say I should no longer drive the car. Toyota knows this is a big problem and they are now putting their loyal customers at risk, and all who share the roads with these unsafe vehicles. The issue will be most acute in the areas of the us where highways are salted and treated for winter driving. Driver's in upstate ny, nh, maine, mi, wi, mn, etc. Are at high risk and toyota knows. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c.
Extensive frame rust is causing large holes to develop in important structural locations. In some areas, two sides of the 4 sided frame remain. Vehicle is unsafe to drive or even lift.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle independently swerved without warning. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the frame of the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower control bracket was corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000. The VIN was unavailable...updated 11/21/16
Toyota 2001 sequoia frame rot may 20th, I was driving with, my daughter. The car shook back and forth. I drove to our mechanic. They called saying the frame was horribly rusted and was not drivable. Said it was a miracle myself and child were not in a devastating, catastrophic, deadly situation that day. Toyota refuses to do anything about it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. When the contact attempted to change one of the tires, he was unable to remove the faulty tire. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who was unable to mount the vehicle for diagnostic testing because the entire frame was rotted out. There were no warning indicators. The dealer stated that it was dangerous to drive the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not respond. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 171,289.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact lost control of the vehicle and nearly got into an accident. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was completely rusted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was brought to the dealer in 2000 for frame inspection, and it was diagnosed that the frame was intact and did not require repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 250,000. The VIN was not available.
Letter from congressman ribble on behalf of constituent re toyota sequoia safety concerns. *smd the consumer was concerned about frame rusting.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. While driving, there was an abnormal noise underneath the vehicle. The contact discovered extreme severe rust and deteriorating with big holes underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
On september 12, 2012 I had my 2001 toyota sequoia with 170,334 miles serviced at prime toyota in west roxbury ma due to the recall for frame corrosion. It was determined by the manufacturer that the frame qualified for rust prevention coating which the dealership performed the application. On june 12, 2015 I had performed preventative maintenance on same vehicle now with 225,345 miles the inspection of frame revealed several sites of rust throughout the frame in some cases the rust has rotted through. I was advised since the manufacturer previously performed preventive measures in 2012 they are no longer liable and would not replace frame at their cost. Hence my complaint for a fair resolution. I am aware this is a major issue with similar vehicles by the manufacturer. The attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.
2001 toyota sequoia was recalled due to corrosion of the frame. All parts such as the back plates for the brakes, tie rod ends, stabilizer bars, and many more attached had rust when it went into the shop. However, toyota did not care that the rust had spread. I could have wrecked several times due to the negligence of toyota. It has been costly and the car is not the same since the transfer of the frame. Rust spreads as cancer and is as deadly when it is under your car. I will have to spend thousands of dollars to ensure the safety of my family.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from underneath of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the mechanic diagnosed that the frame failed to support vehicle properly. As a result, the cadillac converter was replaced but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 260,000.
Our vehicle has a squeak and cracking sound which is very scary when riding in this truck.my husband was informed by a toyota technician that there had been a recall on this vehicle for under carriage rust/corrosion which could lead to possible frame damage. On 9/22 we called our local toyota dealership, gave the VIN and was told their is no recall, & advised to notify toyota if we wanted to pursue this issue. So we immediately called toyota & rec'd a case #, and was informed the issue was the under carriage which was rusting and the corrosion was causing frame damage due to the salt and other elements on roads for ice & snow on 9/23 we rec'd a call informing us that the "safety campaign" ended on 7/29, notifications went out to first time owners and or dmv current owners. My husband & I have been registered owners of this vehicle since 9/26/07. We were not notified of this safety campaign which poses a safety hazard and have been told that our state of md is a state in which this vehicle is effected by this recall/campaign. For the safety and lives of my family I am writing to have the "safety campaign" opened so that this vehicle will feel and sound safe to drive and the lives of my family will not be jeopardized every time we ride in this vehicle which most of the time is daily.why would we not adhere to a recall if we were notified? I don't understand how there is a cut-off date. I mean what happens after 7/29 the corrosion doesn't matter or the lives of those who own these vehicles don't matter? Seeking help in maryland.
Tl-the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact had driven over a bump on the road and suddenly loss control of the vehicle,which shifted to the right independently. The contact attempted to maintain control of the vehicle, decreased the speed and coasted to the emergency lane. The contact and passengers had exited the vehicle to perform a brief inspection and noticed that that stabilizer bar from the rear axle was corroded and was detached. The entire sub frame was fractured. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact had contacted the dealer to explain the failure and the dealer informed the contact that there was a voluntary recall for the sub frame, however, there was nothing they could do because the recall had expired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and they informed the contact that the voluntary recall was expired and no one was injured and no actions could be taken to accomodate him. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.gb
This vehicle has been recalled under a "limited service campaign" for excessive frame rust. Vehicles for this campaign are being inspected and if they do not have significant frame perforation from rust, a rust resistant compound is being applied. For vehicles that do have significant frame perforation, failing the inspection, toyota is replacing the frame of the vehicle. My complaint is that while toyota is replacing the frame free of charge, they are not going to cover the costs of any component that breaks (due to significant rust) during the disassembly or reassembly, I.e. Any rusted parts or even nuts and bolts that are not reusable. This is outrageous, it is their fault that many things will have to be removed when they otherwise wouldn't have to be, and I will be expected to pay for it? This treatment was confirmed by calling toyota customer care. I believe I will be looking at significant costs, which are unknown until they happen, at which point I will be forced to pay for it or be left with a partially assembled, undriveable vehicle due to faulty toyota parts.
I took my truck to the nearest dealer located near my home and I took my recall letter I must of sat there for 2 hours waiting for someone to speak to me about this recall issue but got the run around for 2 more hours finally a rep approached me and asked if I could come back another day. I requested a letter or some kind of document to verify my compliance with the letter I received but was denied. My spare tire fell off during this accident thank god no one was hurt.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the replacement of the subframe due to corrosion however, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle failed to disengage from four-wheel drive and the braking system would feel as if it was constantly and independently engaging. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who advised the contact that the transfer case needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware. The approximate failure and current mileage was 184,286.
Rear hatch does not open; several complaints of this online where around these year models the rear latch mechanism just stops working.
Clear coat of the exterior paint is just peeling on it's own.
I was notified by toyota that my 2001 sequoia was part of a limited service campaign for 2001 to 2004 sequoias. Certain of these sequoias experienced more than normal'corrosion to the vehicle frame. I took the car to molle toyota in kansas city for inspection. I was informed that my vehicle did have a hole in the frame and qualified for a frame replacement. Pictures were taken. I was promised copies but have not received them. Apparently tundra and the tacoma vehicles were also previously recalled for frame rust due to using inferior metal which rusted from the inside out and by the time it was visible it was too late to correct. Specifically relevant is the fact that following an investigation by the federal safety agency in october 2009. Toyota issued a regional recall that covered 110,000 2000-2003 toyota tundra vehicles. The sequoia and tundra are built using the same frame and may be built on the same assembly line, and probably use the same steel for the frame. Why was the sequoia not accounted for in the previous inquires and recalls? Dealerships must have known of the problem for the tundra and the sequoia vehicles. Yet no one informed owners. No one inspected the sequoia. This is clear negligence. This was known since at least 2009. Since that time I have put a lot of money into this vehicle. Upon learning of the defect I explored the possibility of trading the vehicle in. I disclosed the frame problem as part of this. No dealer wanted the vehicle. The suggestion was to sell the vehicle myself. I find it particularly troubling that the molle toyota dealership actually suggested that it might be necessary for me to sign a waiver in order to take the vehicle out of the dealership. The waiver was to hold toyota harmless should something result as a result of the defect. I was shocked when in talking to the case manger assigned to my complaint she repeated this request.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact stated that the exterior rear lift gate latch became fractured and detached from the vehicle. There was not an interior latch to open the lift gate. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 71,380.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota sequoia. The contact noticed severe rust corrosion within the main frame. There was a limited service campaign issued by the manufacturer however, the vehicle was ineligible for repairs under the service campaign as a result of not being registered in the particular states that the manufacturer was servicing. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000. Updated 5/22/13
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