Noticed that the right rear of truck bed is sagging so I looked under the truck and saw the chassis is rusted all the way through.
2001 Toyota Tacoma body complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While servicing the vehicle, an independent mechanic discovered that the frame needed to be replaced due to corrosion build-up. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 171,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was completely corroded and began to deteriorate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 230,000. ..updated 10/06/14 *bf updated 3/11/2015
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated while having a routine oil change performed, the technician notified her that the sub frame was severely corroded. The vehicle was deemed unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 200,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while having maintenance performed, the technician noticed that the passenger's side sub frame was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle's frame fractured. The dealer stated that the framed needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 100,000.
We received a recall notice on the vehicle for the frame rusting to quickly. The company's recall notice stated we could take it to the local dealership for the frame to be sprayed with an undercoat. When we took it to a dealership, we were told we had "missed the window of opportunity to have it spray coated." we missed it by one week. Two dealerships were not willing to spray the frame of the vehicle. When we received the recall notice, there was no notification we had until a certain date to get this done. Many people lead busy lives, working. We missed it by one week. I have written to the toyota co. In ma. And I haven't heard back at all. Now I have a vehicle I can not drive, inspect, or register, due to the poor quality when it was manufactured. Now the co. Isn't willing to stand behind its product.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the sub frame was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the entire frame needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 111,000.
Hi, I just want to express my concern for my vehicle as I love my tacoma and how it drives and works for me in my daily life. As I had took my vehicle in for a recall on my spare tire cable, the technician and service man had told me that in my frame of my vehicle there is a large rusted out hole. Since then, I really haven't felt safe driving my vehicle anywhere as I'm afraid that my frame will break and cause a really bad accident. I've also have had in the past where my dad's vehicle (1998 toyota tacoma) was recalled for the same exact thing (frame issue). As for my vehicle, I am the second owner and my brother was the first. This vehicle has been here in the minnesota weather all its life time. Please do something about this, if not, I will push this forward where I will get some attention to my vehicle, my safety, and others. And plus, I wouldn't want to make this into a legal matter as I love my toyota.
I bought this vehicle used in 2011 and was notified of a recall for frame rust. By the time I got around to scheduling an appt, I was informed the recall had ended. Now, however, the frame is severely corroded and is starting to give way at the rear shackle. I feel this vehicle has become a serious hazard to drive due to the frame buckling. If the recall was put into effect, toyota is aware of the problem, and now it has become a serious liability and safety issue. I would like to get this vehicle repaired to the point of making it safe, but feel that I was not given ample opportunity to have this done under the limited time left on the recall when I bought it. The fact that there is a serious issue with the frame construction is evident by the fact that the body has almost no corrosion present. There appears to be a manufacturing issue with the heavy frame steel that should not be corroding like this. There is currently also an active recall for the rear tire carrier - which is related to the same issue. Again, this is a serious safety and liability issue that I think toyota is obligated to address before someone is hurt or killed by this problem. Contacting toyota does no good, as they refuse to take responsibility to fix the problem. They say this was not a recall but a warranty extension that has now run out. However, there is a severe defect present in the frame that they acknowledged and now refuse to stand behind even though it is a dangerous liability for any vehicles on the road.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the subframe was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire frame needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 154,000.
In reviewing your website for recalls on the toyota tacoma, it appears that there is one missing that came before the recall for the spare tires. The one I speak of is the recall on the vehicle for frame perforations of which my vechicle now has and has deemed unsafe for driving. I believe this recall should be enforced by toyota as myself and numerous others have vehicles that cause safety hazards for not only ourselves but injuries to others. These vehicles are still on the road, as others like my self were not aware of the dangerous situatin toyota has placed us in because they are doing nothing to rectify the situation, I'd like to take m vehicle in for the tire recall however I will not risk my life in order to get this repair done. As an agency to is established to protect consumers from hazards, I and many others (visit facebook page toyota tacoma frame defects) feel that your agency should step-up and do something about this.
2001 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regards to excessive corrosion recall. *smd a local mechanic informed the consumer, there was a tremendous amount of corrosion and the vehicle was not safe to drive. The dealer repaired the spare lift tire plate under the recall. However, they stated the recall for the frame had expired and they would not do the repair.
Following routine service inspection on 4/2/2014, significant perforation of my 2001 toyota tacoma 4x4 truck frame was identified, due to conditions consistent with rusting. According to a 2012 toyota dealership diagnostic, no indication of rust was noted during the dealership service inspection. Also, no hard copy documentation has been provided by toyota corporation regarding an alleged voluntary recall campaign to address corrosion of frame. According to the toyota corporation case worker assigned, he was unable to provide any hard copy documentation of said voluntary recall campaign notice regarding corrosion of truck frame; it should be noted that the case worker did say he could provide 'verbal' confirmation that notification was sent to my residence at the time. At this time, I am currently considering legal action, pending further review of case.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, a loud noise emitted outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician stated that entire frame was fractured. The vehicle was declared unsafe to drive. The extended service warranty expired and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000. Updated 4/29/14*cn *tr the consumer stated declined to repair the vehicle but will however replace the spare tire carrier due to corrosion but not the frame.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was cracked. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic, who stated that the frame was cracked on both sides near the shackles. The frame was welded but the problem recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
The frame on the vehicle is rusting. I didn't realize that tacoma's had rusty frame issues until after I purchased the vehicle. I am concerned that this frame will cause unsafe driving conditions if something gives out while driving. I am also concerned about the resale value of a year class of vehicles that are known to have rusty frames.
I would like know toyota does not honor recalls on this truck because it is an r title that had front end damage. It will not honor any corrosion recalls (ie.spare tire life plate, excessive rear frame corrosion) however I still receive every recall notification on this vehicle from directly from toyota motors.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the subframe was found to be corroded with holes. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The subframe was not replaced. The failure and current mileage was 95,000.
We purchased a 2001 toyota tacoma new in late 2000. My husband recently realized the frame is almost rusted through on the rear of the vehicle near the gas tank. Needless to say, it isn't safe to drive the vehicle until/if it can be fixed. We have viewed and read up on numerous complaints from other tacoma owners and have seen some recalls or notifications to select tacoma owners but not in the state we reside in-mo. We ran into a similar issue with another non-toyota vehicle which only covered hot-weather states. We live in missouri....we have experienced extreme heat and cold during the last few years. It's unreasonable to me that the auto dealers can exclude certain states when it is highly likely customers in those excluded states could experience the same issue. If it's determined to be the same issue owners in other states are facing, why not agree to cover the repair??? We plan to do some investigating and calling of our own to see if toyota is going to pay for the repair or at least offer us a reasonable buy back option. We are toyota owners and plan to stay that way depending on how this all turns out. We've always urged others to buy toyota vehicles due to their longevity and reliability....I hope we're not going to be proven wrong on this one.
I purchased a used 2001 toyota tacoma and within 6 months noticed that the frame was rusting through. I learned in 2013 that there was a recall for the frame. I took the vehicle to the dealership and was told that they would replace the frame. A few days later, I was informed that they would not be doing this because I had not taken the vehicle in for rust protection. I called toyota directly and was informed that I should have received four notices pertaining to this recall, however toyota did not have the correct name in their database, and thus I did not receive the notices. If I had received them and taken the vehicle for the treatment, the frame would have been warranted for fifteen years. The vehicle was transferred into my name immediately after purchase, and my name should have appeared in toyota's database. The vehicle is unsafe to drive, and I feel toyota should either replace the frame or buy the vehicle back from me, as it has from other owners.
Bought my toyota tacoma about a year an a half ago. Its a 2001 v6 extra cab 4x4. Brought it to the toyota deal on rt 37 east in toms river n.j and ask them to inspect the frame. They said it was in good condition. Just the other day I brought it in to a garage in town for an oil change and the check engine light was on. Come to find out the fuel tank is rusting and has a hole in it. Also the frame is severally rusted, the cross bar that holds the fuel tank is crumbling along with the rest of the frame. This whole rusting frame issue needs to be addressed not only is my family and my life in danger but so are the other drivers around me.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH, the brakes would not respond causing him to crash into the rear of another vehicle. The passenger in the second vehicle sustained neck and back injuries although the contact was not injured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the brakes had failed because the strut and shock had dismounted from the vehicle due to severe rust on the driver's side under carriage. The vehicle was included in a manufacturer's recall where the under carriage was treated with a anti-corrosion coating. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the recall had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 61,000.
The tacoma frame rust on my truck is beyond repair. I am putting myself and my family in danger every time I drive it. I called toyota corporate office and they basically told me they cannot not do anything for me. Toyota however gave me a case number [xxx] that was about a year ago. The telephone numbers for that is 8003314331. Four months ago I brought the tacoma for a tire carriage recall at our local dealer which it was about to fall off. They took some pictures of the rotted frame and sent them to toyota corporate office. Again the long anticipated wait. I know I am not the only one who is left out. I cannot sell this vehicle because it is dangerous. Please look into this matter for the many customers that have the 2001 -2004 toyota frame rotted and was left out. Thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma pickup truck. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they advised him there was a hole in the frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000. Updated 08/20/13
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the sub frame was severely corroded. The manufacturer was contacted and denied servicing the vehicle under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v542000 (tires) due to the corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 98,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was noticed that the entire frame had corroded due to rust. The manufacturer previously issued a voluntary recall related to the structure but the recall expired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who welded the area which exhibited a hole as a temporary fix. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The frame was rusted, and we were aware of recalls. 2 weeks ago we had it inspected at the dealer where we bought it. The mechanic told us the vehicle was un-driveable. The service department sent the information to toyota but the recall claim was denied. The mechanic gave us a number to call to place a claim. The representative told us we had been mailed a letter in 2011 saying the vehicle needed undercoating. She admitted that it was something toyota was doing legally to avoid having to honor the recall claim. She also said that the undercoating would have been useless since defective steel was used to construct the frame. Again, the case manager told us the claim was being denied.
I live in virginia. There was a safety recall for inspection of the truck frame for rust corrosion. At the time vehicle had the recall I was being treated for a mental disability and in mental hospitals. I was not of sound mind or judgment to understand the "recall notice". While having oil changed by the toyota dealer the frame of the truck was noted to have holes in the frame caused by rust. Toyota motor corporation has refused to replace the frame of the truck honoring the recall even though I provided the necessary information from doctors providing documentation of my illness at the time of the recall. On march 14, 2013, the vehicle was taken in for a safety recall for rust of the spare tire carrier; which could fall off causing an accident. The toyota dealer replaced the spare tire carrier consisting of two metal plates with four bolts that was bolted to a defective frame that has holes due to corrosion; also, they replaced supports that runs between the two frame rails; they did not replace the cable nor the rusted part that holds the wheel to the previous assembly parts. This has not fixed the issue because they have only replaced the spare tire carrier plate onto a frame that has holes due to rust that is not safe to drive. I need this vehicle as I am on disability and limited income; I want the frame replaced or a new truck with the same options as I have on the 2001 tacoma. Toyota received a 25 million dollar settlement from dana corporation, supplier of the tacoma truck frames, proper antirust preventative was not applied to prevent corrosion, which was a cost saving for one or both companies. From 1995 to 2004 the tacoma trucks have had this problem. By replacing the frame toyota would not be losing any money because they got their money from dana corp supplier of the tacoma frames.
I purchased the best truck I could ever wish for, 2001 toyota tacoma; it's an xtra cab with trd with the sr5. Today at 113500 miles it still looks and runs showroom new. But it has the rust on the frame and bad too. Toyota refuses to help in any way. In 2012 the frame was perfect, now it is almost eaten through. I love this truck but it is unsafe to drive and I am very displeased with how they are handling the situation. At 113500 miles I opt to go with toyota compared to chevrolet because toyota had a wonderful reputation on reliable vehicles and I was sold on that. When the recall was sent out, I was living in virginia and battling cancer so I missed the recall. I believe toyota should warrant their product or close down their plants if they won?t honor the issues at hand. I want a new frame or at least another truck with my engine and transmission, my baby is gorgeous. I am now on a fixed income with blood clots in my lungs due to the cancer I need my truck.
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