Frame is completely rusted out
2001 Toyota Tacoma body complaints
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Frame of this vehicle has rusted beyond being safe to drive. Vehicle will not pass virginia state inspection. Rust is due to factory manufacturing defect that toyota has acknowledged. I am the third owner of this vehicle and had no way of knowing of any toyota remedies to this situation. I have contacted toyota corporate and they refuse to offer any help. This is an inherit factory defect and age and time should make no difference. There are many of these vehicles still operating on the highways with this defect creating a very dangerous situation.
I noticed my 2001 toyota tacoma making odd noises while driving. I decided to have my mechanic take a look at it from the bottom of truck: he saw and took pictures of the observable extensive rusted/corrosion and perforated areas on the frame/chassis of the truck and said it was a good idea to take it to dealership since there has been a settlement lawsuit for defects on toyota tacoma's that where not treated well enough with the rust inhibitor spray. I took my tacoma to the dealership where I purchased it originally and they said exactly what my mechanic had already told me about the rusted and perforated areas on the frame/chassis and stated that the chassis/frame has an advanced corrosion/ rust damages to the point of the frame being fractured or broken in half if the problem continues, whereas it's very dangerous to continue driving the truck. I was never notified of this manufacturer defect on the rusty frames and now am considering further into hiring an attorney regarding my 2001 toyota tacoma. This is a serious safety hazard for me and my loved ones and I beleive it's inconsiderate and shaming on toyota to not have one single recall information on 2001 toyota tacoma's. I hope I can get answers soon in regards to this problem and will due what's necessary to have toyota respond to my issue. I have already called them 4months ago and they stated I had to first file this complaint on this website in order to proceed to the next steps.
2001 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regard to vehicle having a rust and corrosion problem on the frame. *as
I'm writing you because I had my 2001 tacoma inspected for the frame rust recall in 2010. At that time I was told that my truck would be sprayed with an inhibitor to prevent rust. The vehicle frame has since rusted and is most likely unsafe to drive. The spray inhibitor obviously did not work or was applied incorrectly. The shock mount has rusted from the frame while driving on a city street.
September 28, 2019 [xxx] [xxx] re: [xxx] 2001 toyota toyota motor sales, u.s.a., inc. P.o. Box 259001 plano, tx 75025-9001 to whom it may concern: my daughter [xxx] purchased the above toyota tacoma in 2014. Amber was never notified there was an issue for a rust problem and frame with corrosion. Please see picture below. After a lengthy wait on the phone, the problem was addressed by this information: the frame issues do not happen overnight. This toyota employee stated, she was surprised that no one that ever worked on the toyota truck said there was an issue. I find this very ironic since toyota knew there was a problem and did not contact the owners of the vehicle. The frame is rusted completely through to the point that it is not safe to drive is my daughter supposed to replace a bad frame that you put under there? No way. The case worker that she spoke to was not helpful with no regard whatsoever to the money my daughter had lost on their worthless product much less her safety that was put at risk driving their product with the faulty frame that they used. My family/friends will never buy a toyota product again. Bottom line: my daughter has been driving in a vehicle that could have resulted in the death of her and my loved ones. Toyota knows that the frames of their 1994-2004 vehicles (800,000 of them) are defective. Yet, toyota has never recalled these vehicles. They should be repaired, bought back, or replaced by toyota. How many individuals will have to be injured or die because this problem is not addressed? Very sad situation. Sincerely [xxx] c.c. The federal safety agency 1200 new jersey avenue, se washington, dc 20590 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tt
Frame rails are rusted through, frame was replaced at 48k. It has 81k and the rails are according to parker toyota unsafe to drive. Topyota says program is ended on this problem
Frame has extensive rust/corrosion issues, rust has perforated entirely through several areas. I also own a '04 tacoma that I just had the frame replaced on a couple months ago and was covered by toyota under their recall notice, . This is unacceptable. Toyota is well aware that this is a major problem and could very well be a safety hazard. I have been a life long toyota customer and up until now have had total confidence in the company. I'm quite disgusted with the whole thing and a bit disappointed that toyota has not been more proactive in remanding the problem. I was under the truck changing the oil and was horrified to see that the corrosion problem was as bad as my '04 tacoma. I have owned several tacoma's, with many more miles on them and older in age and have never seen corrosion this extensive.
Chassis main frame is corroded in many areas. Refer to pictures. A friend told me this happens to some toyotas which is why I crawled under and looked for it.
Tl* the contact was test driving a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact states that while driving on the car lot, the chassis fractured. The vehicle belonged to the sm valentino motors llc dealer, located at 603 w front st, plainfield, nj 07060, (908) 222-0777. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 159,836.
Frame is rusted through in many places. Unsafe to drive
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame had extensive rust and corrosion to the point that it could fracture. In addition, battlefield toyota (11013 james monroe hwy, culpeper, va 22701, (540) 317-7800) was notified and a shock absorber was ordered because it was also rusted. The part was replaced. The frame rust and corrosion was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted to verify if the dealer placed a coating on the vehicle years ago due to an unknown recall regarding the structure, but failed to replace the frame. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
The frame has rotted out causing the leaf springs to move and resulting into dry shaft dropping out of place. This in turn, makes the truck undriveable. This happen when trying to drive around town. It begin in october of 2018. We have not driven it since that time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While stationary and while driving various speeds, the frame of the vehicle became severely rusted and corroded. The contact stated that the cab frame bracket connected to the frame of the vehicle was affected. In addition, the contact stated that there were holes in the frame of the vehicle. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While driving 65 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound underneath the vehicle. He parked the vehicle, checked underneath, and found that the entire frame was rusted. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and recommended that the entire frame be replaced. The frame was rusted to the point where the vehicle was no longer safe to drive. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was notified and stated that nothing could be done. The failure mileage was 173,000.
Premature extensive frame rust / corrosion. Toyota did not notify me of the condition or need to monitor or of 2016 deadline for warranty recall repair or replacement. Now they will not even pro-rate costs to fix.
Excessive frame rust perforation on 1st generation tacomas will cause the frame to break leading to an extremely unsafe condition including handling ability, rollover, lack of impact protection, and possibly loss of life. Key areas are by the rear leaf springs and close to the front sway bar. Toyota did offer an extended warranty on the frame, but there was no mention that the frame was deteriorating from the inside out or that all the frames were manufactured without proper corrosion preventative treatment at dana corp, not just those in the listed northern states.toyota's letter of extended warranty did not list this as a safety issue, nor did it recommend an initial or any followup frame inspection by a qualified toyota mechanic for the non-northern states, nor did it mention the federal safety agency as being involved. The letter mentions "a small number of 2001 through 2004 model year tacomas operating in severe cold climate areas with high road salt use..." . All tacoma's in any road-salt state have the issue. Many states that do use road salt have not been inspected, ever. When something is under warranty, people tend to keep using things until they break. Under a safety recall, people tend to get the problem fixed quickly. The tacoma frames are not actually "breaking" during the warranty period but they are becoming "defective" during the period. Many people are driving older tacomas and have no idea the truck is about to snap in half. This frame rust issue has not been acknowledged as a safety issue by either toyota or the federal safety agency. A quick google search for tacoma frame rust will reveal hundreds/thousands of pictures of perforated and dangerous frames. Interestingly, there was a recall on the tire carrier which suffered from rust as a direct result from the frame rust. The letter clearly states that in the non-effected states, "you do not need to do anything at this time".
My 2001 toyota tacoma has 150,000 miles on it. I noticed my frame completely split. I drive almost entirely on paved roads. There was no impact or unusual use in the area of the break. I took it into the toyota dealership immediately and they said there was nothing they could do about it.
The frame rusted out with only 150,000 miles, informed vehicle needs to be junked or have frame replaced.this vehicle is unsafe to drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was undergoing service to change the timing belt, the independent mechanic was unable to be place the vehicle on a lift. The mechanic stated that the frame was so rotted that it could fracture. The independent mechanic advised the contact to call a toyota dealer and the manufacturer to determine their guidelines. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was waiting on a response to determine their recommended solution. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer issued 21 tsbs for the structure, but there was no recall on the vehicle pertaining to the frame. The failure mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was undergoing repairs, the mechanic noticed that the frame was rusted. The dealer was not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and opened case number: 1805082285. The failure mileage was 104,000.
The frame is showing sever signs of corrosion. I have taken the vehicle to the local dealership who have investigated the vehicle 2 times last year and said that there is no issues with the frame but one can see several 4 -5 inch rust holes in the frame. I am not sure if the vehicle is safe to drive anymore.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic because the emergency brake cable was damaged. When the vehicle was mounted onto the lift, the frame fractured in between the cabin and the bed of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was too old and all recalls had expired. The approximate failure mileage was 300,000.
2001 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regards to rusts perforation of the frame rails and spare tire carrier recall issues. *ld the consumer stated the dealer would not honor the frame rail recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was being serviced for the tires, the technician noticed that the entire subframe was corroded. The vehicle was taken to chester berg toyota (705 paul bunyan dr ne, bemidji, mn 56601, phone: (218) 444-3040) where it was diagnosed that rust preparation was found and the frame was corroded. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair cost. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there was a limited campaign that ended on february 26, 2016, and the warranty was expired. The approximate failure mileage was 208,000. *tt rusty frame updated 9/13/18
Frame is severely rusted (just noticed), spare tire can't be removed, and the hand brake cable from center cab to rear wheels is frozen
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact noticed that the rear driver and passenger side frame was fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (premier automotive group, 1140 main st, milford, oh 45150). The dealer stated that nothing could be done. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at 800‑331‑4331 and stated that there was nothing they could do to repair the vehicle. Case number: 1710102304 was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 177,280.
Frame is cracked at rear ended on both sides
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While driving various speeds, a rattling noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the frame was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 186,103.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While working on the vehicle, the contact noticed the undercarriage was corroded from the mid point to the rear bumper. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that the vehicle was subject to a rust prevention treatment in august of 2010. Glenn toyota dealer in frankfort, ky completed the treatment on the exterior of the frame, but not the interior. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the extended warranty was expired. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.
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