Tl- the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v604000 (suspension), 13v337000 (seat belts) and 11v148 (tire) the contact called several dealers including the toyota direct dealer (614‑476‑1979, located at 4248 morse rd, columbus, oh 43230) and it was confirmed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect fe
2009 Toyota Tacoma suspension complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to charlie's toyota (451 western ave, augusta, me 04330 (207) 622-4748) after he received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected and diagnosed, and was informed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and was able to confirm that the parts were ordered. The failure mileage was 204,333. Parts distribution disconnect.
2005-2011 toyota tacoma rear leaf spring recall - the federal safety agency recall - 14v‑604. Purchased replacement springs and paid dealership to install in aug. 2013 because my vehicle was out of warranty and springs broken. When recall announced in 2016, I requested reimbursement for parts & installation from toyota motor sales. I have submitted over 10 responses with requested documentation and toyota motor sales refuses to reimburse stating they need documentation from the dealership which has been provided more than once. I filed a bbb complaint and the dealership's response was to contact the manufacturer.
The welds lower control arm mount on the driver side failed when I applied the brakes at high speed and almost caused an accident and almost completely removed my wheel and the lower control arm from the car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to manhattan toyota dealer (located at 1500 n del sepulveda blvd, manhattan beach, ca 90266) where the contact was informed that the part was on backorder and would be ordered. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. A local dealer (rice's toyota located at 2630 battleground ave greensboro, nc 27408 336‑288‑1190) confirmed that the remedy parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Waited for 2 years and finally got called from the dealer. Today I was told that the technician will inspect it and if in need will order the part. The manufacturer in the recall letter promise to replace the leaf springs, the dealer will replace them only if needed.
The federal safety agency recall number 14vg-604 I own a 2009 toyota tacoma. Currently there is a recall on my truck. The federal safety agency recall number 14vg-604. I took my truck into the toyota dealership to have the part replaced for the recall. Toyota stated they were unable to repair the parts for the recall because the truck has aftermarket parts on it. They stated that it would cost me an additional 160 for the u-bolts to be replaced in order to repair the recall. I called and spoke with the national dot and toyota customer service, to see if they would be able to repair and replace all the parts needed at no cost to me but were unable to preform the repair. I am writing this complaint due to the fact of a safety concern.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). Safety recall [xxx]- rear leaf springs. Customer: [xxx] took car to toyota richardson in richardson tx for brake and recall repair in june 2016. They gladly fixed the breaks for $600 bucks, but had to order parts for the recall and call me when ready. Left a bad review on their requested customer survey because it felt like a "bait and switch" . Was called by svc dept manager. He assured me that they would order the parts and call me. I never got the call. I called them on march 2, 2017 to find the status of parts, and no parts were ordered. No guarantee that they will honor the safety recall. I have attached a copy of the 1st page of the invoice documenting that the truck was delivered for the repairs that I have mentioned above.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I have been waiting since 9/24/2014 for you to make toyota accountable for their vehicles. It is now 1/23/2017 and you have not done a [xxx] thing! Why do I even bother writing to you when I know it'll be atleast 2 more years before you ever make toyota be accountable for their bad parts, etc... Or is this the usual bureaucratic stuff that goes on in dc to make the consumer feel like something is actually being done, when all you're doing is wasting paper by sending us recall bs that really never matters to you anyway!!! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension) but the manufacturer had not supplied the remedy parts for an extended period. The manufacturer was contacted and had been unable to specify a reasonable time frame to supply the part to the dealer. The VIN was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Received recall notice concerning real leaf spring possible malfunction in september 2014. Had inspection done at reliable toyota and they confirmed repiar need. Still waiting to hear from them as to when I can bring vehicle in for fix. This is november 2016!! Rear leaf springrecall notice the federal safety agency 14v604.
The federal safety agency recall number: opens new window takes away from VIN lookup section> 14v604 recall date: september 29, 2014 manufacturer recall number: e02 summary: the subject vehicles? Rear suspension system contains leaf springs that are constructed of either three or four leaves. There is a possibility that a leaf could fracture due to stress and corrosion. If this occurs and the vehicle continues to be operated, the broken leaf could move out of position and contact surrounding components, including the fuel tank. Safety risk: if the broken leaf contacts the fuel tank repeatedly, it could puncture the tank and cause a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, this could result in a fire. Remedy: toyota will replace the leaf springs with newly designed ones. Recall status: recall incomplete manufacturer notes:
I am still waiting for a solution to the defective leaf spring replacement issue with my vehicle. Toyota has neglected provide an update or replacement leaf-spring solution to the noted issue.
My 09 tacoma vibrated at certain speeds and slightly swerved going down the highway causing instability and lack of control. Also heard some clanking in the rear end. Upon examination the rear leaf springs in both sides were broken. According to the mechanic one spring was actually rubbing the tire . Toyota had numerous recalls for tacoma rear leaf springs because they were breaking. However, when I called toyota they told me my vehicle came from a different plant and did not qualify. I never abused this vehicle no reason for this issue they should add this plant to the recall list to avoid accident and injury. I should disclose that I had two bad wheel bearings as well which may have resulted from the stress caused by the leaf springs. Just don't know. However, not just a coincidence that both springs broke on a tacoma that is well known for this problem. Thank you
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. The VIN was not available.
The federal safety agency recall number: opens new window takes away from VIN lookup section> 14v604 recall date: september 29, 2014 manufacturer recall number: e02 this recall has been ongoing since 9/2014 and nothing has been done. When are you going to force toyota to do something about this dangerous condition? Supposedly they are working on a solution, but, when you live in the west and rely on your vehicle for firewood gathering, etc... Traveling down rough country dirt roads, then you need to be sure your vehicle is going to stand up to the test of living in the west. Are you at the federal safety agency going to do anything about forcing toyota to take action on their vehicles, or sit around and do nothing? It has now been over 2 years since this recall was started and still nothing is being done about it. Please respond to my questions and let me know what you plan on doing!!!!!! I did receive a 2nd notice regarding the recall from toyota, saying they would have the remedy in place in the early part of 2016, but now it is almost september (2 years) and still nothing is done about the rear leaf springs. Please advise!!!!!!
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to be repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The dealer stated that the repair could not be completed due to modifications on the vehicle. The contact was advised to un-modify the vehicle to remedy the recall. Afterwards, it could be modified again at the contact's expense. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I contacted toyota on 8/10/16 to report a broken leaf spring (currently on a recall list). The rep was friendly, but I was told I had to go to a dealer to have it replaced. The transferred me to the dealer and then to the parts office who told me that it would take 6 weeks to get the part. One of the problems associated with this recall is that there is a chance that the broken leaf spring moves and hits the gas tank and causes a fire. When I asked if I could take it to a leaf spring replacement company, I was told that I could, but toyota may not reimburse me. Then in the next breath, the rep tells me how important toyota puts safety. Really? They want me to drive around for 6 weeks and take a chance in causing a fire in my vehicle instead of taking it to a knowledgeable repair company.
I received a notice of recall over a year ago, but only got the actual recall notice about a month ago. I scheduled an appointment to have the rear leaf springs replaced at toyota of poway. When I arrived for the appointment I was told they did not have the recall parts! I called the toyota customer experience line and despite what the recall letter said, I was told that the dealership would not have the parts and that the dealership would only do an inspection first. I am complaining because of the in accurate instructions in the recall letter and because the local dealership apparently has no idea how to remedy the issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the remedy caused the load and tow weight capacity to be reduced. The vehicle no longer met the manufacturer's gross load specifications. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact was concerned of the potential safety hazard. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
I took my vehicle in for the notified recall repair., ( replace defective leaf springs ). The dealership said my vehicle didn't need the repair. This vehicle had a leaf spring break when it was two years old. Ive had problems with this dealership in the past re: poor work. The consumer stated the vehicle was repaired, despite being told another dealer had already performed the work. A visual inspection revealed a broken rear leaf spring. Updated 07/05/16.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Lack of alignment during toyota safety recall e02 / the federal safety agency recall id 14v 604 I am concerned with the lack of vehicle alignment as an included part of e02 post replacement of the rear spring packs. When the rear springs are removed from the vehicle, the rear axle often shifts such that is it no longer in the same position as it was previously installed. Thus the vehicle is no longer properly aligned, as front toe is set based on the thrust angle of the rear axle. The thrust angle is derivative of the alignment of the axle relative to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle, and creates a moment about the yaw axis of the vehicle. Re-alignment of the front of the vehicle provides corrective measure by setting front wheel toe to account for the position of the rear axle, thus ensuring the vehicle tracks correctly and is stable during dynamic maneuvers. When the tacoma first entered the servicing dealer it was confirmed to be correctly aligned. However, the pre-alignment numbers on the hunter expressalign sheet show that the rear axle position after performing e02 has shifted -0.15 [iso] about its vertical axis relative to the position prior to rear spring replacement. Failure to have the tacoma realigned would have resulted in the need to counter-steer the vehicle to maintain a straight trajectory during normal operation. It is unacceptable that the customer should be expected to bear the burden of cost for the alignment, when it is necessitated by the corrective actions prescribed by toyota during e02. Failure to re-align vehicles becomes a safety concern, namely due to uneven tire wear and the potential for instability of the vehicle due to misaligned axles causing the vehicle to increase tendencies to over-steer. I am disappointed in toyota's apparent disregard for owner safety and feel this is an issue that should be addressed with urgency.
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