The contact owns a 1999 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was not driving smoothly. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact stated that while disconnecting the trailer hitch, the contact proceeded to inspect the vehicle. The contact stated that the undercarriage was severely corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.
1999 Toyota Tacoma body problems
102 complaints (41% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 127,000.
- owner complaints
- 102
- of this car's complaints
- 41%
- typical mileage
- 127,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Body38
- Frame and members37
- Frame and members: underbody shields22
- Body: tailgate: hinge and attachments1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Toyota Tacoma body problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1999 Toyota Tacoma owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Hi, i had the recall preventive performed by toyota for rusting and corrosion of the frame. Now, the vehicle is rusting throughout the frame and is very very unsafe to drive. TOYOTA is claiming that it was a program and not a recall and had no documentation to prove. Toyota performed the recall and now the frame is still at risk to crack and very unsafe.
The contact owns a 1999 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, an unknown popping sound was coming from the rear-end of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered severe corrosion and a crack that had formed on the rear passenger’s side fender. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 147,813.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 toyota tacoma. The vehicle was taken to be state inspected, but it did not pass due to severe rust under the bed of the vehicle. The contact was informed that the leaf springs were rusted and needed a new frame. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 01e041000 (trailer hitches). The manufacturer had not sent a recall notification. The vehicle was purchased from an independent source who did not mention if the vehicle was inspected before it was sold. The contact was not informed of the vehicle's extensive rust, corrosion, and holes pertaining to the frame until after it was purchased. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer issued 14 technical service bulletins regarding the structure. The manufacturer was contacted to determine if the recall remedy would still apply. The contact was waiting on their response. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was deteriorated and rusted. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the vehicle was not able to be repaired due to the frame. The contact researched and found that the vehicle was not included in a warranty. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the fifteen year warranty for the frame had expired. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 164,603.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 toyota tacoma. While driving 20 MPH over a bump in the road, the contact heard a loud abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear shock absorber fractured and that there was a hole in the frame. Del toyota (2945 lincoln hwy e, thorndale, pa 19372, (610) 383-6200) was contacted and stated that the vehicle was sold as is without further assistance. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 83,000.
Frame perforated due to rust, unsafe to drive.
The body is totally rust and broken. Is unsafe to drive. I am the third owner
Bought 99 toyota tacoma truck.verified with dealer who did the frame exam in 2014 for rust. At 207000 miles. It passed imspectiom in 2014??? Now 4 yrs later and 18000 additional miles, it's rusted in half?
Questions about the 1999 Toyota Tacoma body
Does the 1999 Toyota Tacoma have body problems?
Owners have filed 102 complaints about the body of the 1999 Toyota Tacoma, 41% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1999 Toyota Tacoma body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 127,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Toyota Tacoma body?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Toyota Tacoma have the most body problems?
The Toyota Tacoma model years with the most body complaints are 2005 (260 complaints), 2006 (242 complaints) and 2001 (228 complaints).
Other 1999 Toyota Tacoma problems
Airbags 38Suspension 35Tires 23Transmission 16Electrical 11Engine 11Steering 10Acceleration 8Seat belts 6Brakes 5Visibility 3Fuel system 2Lights 2Seats 2
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