Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the rear leaf spring fractured and detached from the vehicle. The failure was discovered by toyota of scranton (3400 n main ave, scranton, pa 18508) while the vehicle was being inspected. The contact was also informed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 82,304.
2011 Toyota Tacoma suspension complaints
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The vehicle takes long to stop even after changing the brake pads , rotors, brake shoes, with new components. The rear makes a thud sound when accelerating or coming to a stop. The leaf springs also squeak and I noticed after they changed my frame the leaf springs were not change even though there is a recall on the leaf springs and it was rusting? The steering intermediate shaft started to make this loud thud sound when going over bumps around 5-10 MPH. There is also a recall on this, but my local dealer says there isn't one? Why doesn't the main branch talk to or update the system for all toyota branches for recalls?
My mechanic noticed left leaf spring was missing a 6 inch piece of metal broke off
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the center section of the rear driver's side leaf spring fell out after cracking in two areas. The contact called harr motor group (100-112 gold star blvd, worcester, ma 01606, (508) 471-5733) and was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was contacted and also stated that there were no recalls. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 74,000. *bf
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While driving 30 MPH, the contact noticed an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to galaxy toyota (750 nj-36, eatontown, nj 07724, 732‑982‑4177) where it was diagnosed that the leaf spring failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.
I just bought 2011 toyota tacoma. It has little over 51,000 miles. I heard a popping noise. Took it to toyota dealer. They maintenance it. They told me it was passengers side left spring is broke. I took out powertrain warranty. But don't cover that. I seen recall on 2011 toyota tacoma. But mine wasn't in recall. Toyota dealer told me I would be out 900.00 to 1200 dollars I just bought truck give almost 26 thousand dollars. I don't have money to fix that too.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that an abnormal snapping noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to lia toyota of colony (2116 central ave, schenectady, ny 12304, (518) 631-5254) where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed new leaf springs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered the contact a credit towards the repair cost. The failure mileage was 113,000.
Rear left side leaf spring broke while driving; I brought the vehicle from the u.s into the island of grenada(caribbean) where the spring broke.. Heard this loud flapping under the vehicle ; stopped to investigate and found the middle spring (of 3) broke and was sticking out from the rest; I noticed that the leaf springs were more flat than curved like normal springs the toyota dealer in grenada is telling me I must get a letter from a toyota dealer in the u s for their repair services to act. I cant believe the order said "go to the nearest toyota dealer" and these people who supposed to be dealers are giving me this run around.
On line it says there is a recall on my 2011 tacoma for rear leaf springs breaking. My leaf spring on the drivers side broke driving down the road with no weight in my bed. Toyota tells me my VIN doesn't come up on the list. If this is a common problem why isn't my truck covered? I don't overload my truck, in fact I baby it. I've only had it just over one year. I'm really disappointed that they would basically say sorry you're on your own! It's going to cost $800-$1000 dollars I can't afford but have no choice! Are there any other options?
Both rear leaf spring broke. Toyota does not sell the three leaf spring only 4 leaf. I notified toyota and they said there is no recall for the leaf springs on the 2011 tacomas.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While driving 35-40 MPH, there was a slight clunking noise in the rear of the vehicle while braking or making a right turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear leaf spring fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, the clockspring fractured and was replaced. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). Gault toyota (located at 2205 north street, endicott, ny 13760) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,500.
Tl* the contact called on behalf of a sibling who owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the rear passenger side leaf spring fractured and the vehicle became inoperable. The vehicle was towed to east madison toyota (located at 3501 lancaster dr, madison, wi 53718, (608) 243-5500). The contact was informed that both the rear driver and passenger side leaf springs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The manufacturer was also notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 97,385.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While driving 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal popping noise. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear driver's side leaf spring was fractured. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called the local dealer (gambrel toyota, 311 east cumberland gap parkway, corbin, ky 40701, (800) 328-2931) and was informed to schedule a service appointment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 140,000. *tt updated 12/20/18
When servicing our truck, dealer has found both right and left rear leaf springs broken. There is a recall issued for 690,000 tacoma trucks exactly like mine for the years of 2005 thru 2011 mine is a 2011 also, but they will not include my VIN #... As described by toyota dealer and recall notices, this issue "could break , puncture the gas tank and cause a fire " . Dealer says " unsafe condition as if the remaining part of spring breaks the axle will no longer be secured under the vehicle" this truck is used under normal conditions w/no heavy hauling or towing why is it not being recalled ? This is not normal , putting myself and family in harms way ? What changed during production and assembly that my 2011 tacoma was any different than the one behind it or in front of it during production , same model year ? Toyota will not answer that question , only to say " that VIN. # is not included in the recall 4th toyota truck in a row dealer serviced every 5k miles. As recommended now this is customer loyalty appreciation. Toyota tells me " no farther appeal process " ? Is this correct ?
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was undergoing an inspection, the contact was informed that the rear passenger side spring was fractured and needed to be replaced. Johnstons toyota (5021 ny-17m, new hampton, ny 10958, (845) 374-8600) was contacted and informed the contact not to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
My 2011tacoma has broken rear leaf springs. They are located above the axle in danger of pucturing gas tank. Toyota has recalled tacomas from the years 2005-11 for this exact reason. Toyota tells me I don't qualify for the recall, but they can give no reason why I don't qualify.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 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. Servco toyota honolulu (2850 puklola st #200, honolulu, hi) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The VIN was invalid. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Leaf spring broken rear suspension no recall noted for this particular VIN others were affected
2011 toyota tacoma has had a problem with vibrations at speeds greater than 55. Thought it was a tire balance problem but have been through several sets of tires and rebalancing at this point and the problem persists. And, I see that many other people have reported suspension vibration problems with a 2011 toyota tacoma. Toyota must investigate suspension problems with 2011 tacomas and issue a recall and repairs!! This is a major safety issue that toyota must take responsibility for.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While the contact's wife was driving at unknown speeds, the driver heard clunking and banging noises. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and noticed that the middle leaf in the rear passenger side leaf spring failed and was fractured. The vehicle was taken to alderman's toyota (33 seward rd, rutland, vt 05701) where it was diagnosed that the leaf failed and all four leaf springs needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension); however, the contact would have to cover half of the repair cost.the vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 64,500. Updated 08/24/17*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While driving approximately 20 MPH, there was a loud unknown noise coming front the rear driver side of the vehicle. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road a couple of times, but did not notice any failures. The contact stated that the failure recurred each time the brake pedal was depressed. The more the brake pedal was depressed, the louder the noise occurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the driver side leaf spring was detached and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the rt 22 toyota dealer (located on 109 us 22 hillside, nj), but was not diagnosed due to the diagnostic fees. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 131,000.
Leaf spring has been diagnosed by lia toyota dealership's shop in colonie, ny as being broken. This is the same problem for 2011 toyota tacoma vehicles with other VIN numbers, but not mine. The dealership contacted toyota, which denied my vehicle for the recall, so it recommends replacing both leaf springs at my expense ($2400). I feel that toyota should include my vehicle in the recall.
Rear leaf spring broke on suspension.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tacoma. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the rear of the vehicle emitted a loud noise and the steering became difficult to maneuever. The contact stated that the steering was difficult to operate approximately four months prior to the failure. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear leaf spring was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that it was related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 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
After recall/ replacement of rear leaf springs, with new 5 leaf units, the truck sags under load, rides as rough w/o cargo compared to prior 3 leaf (thicker) set. The truck was not 4 wheel aligned to spec and toyota is not verifying this done, the driveline has torsion wrap or jerky-shudder upon full stop now, as if damaged in the process. The truck with side winds and groves in the road immediately after this work and with two different new sets of michelins (changed the same day the suspension work was done), shifted off lane violently. Costco locally says I am the only one who complained about the tires so switched me to higher speed rated ones (but I do not drive at high speeds, I drive conservatively). A locally well regarded tire-alignment shop rechecked the alignment and found it was incorrect though merced toyota insists it passed their "green" zone on what looked to be off-calibrated hunter machine. From the results of this machine, the service manager and mechanic both stated my truck's frame was damaged (so why bother with alignment?). This was subsequently checked by a body repair shop with proper equipment to be found to be within one dime's thickness different from rail to rail, I.e. No damage whatsoever. Toyota wants me to return to this faulty dealership even though there are two others w/ in 60 miles from merced ca. Toyota refuses to acknowledge the issue, refuses to pay for verifying the dealership's issues. I suspect the spring set used in this recall does not match my version of truck, a trd sport access cab which is 300 lbs more capable in springing if the charts are correct. All combined, the problems are not solved and the ride has become dangerous, one I have to constantly correct, one that follows the ruts in the road and is much much more dangerously sensitive to side wind gusts on the freeways + less load capacity.
The federal safety agency reference id the federal safety agency reference id. Had my toyota tacoma checked after getting a recall notice in april 2016. Had my inspection done which I was told my vehicle's part needs to be replaced. However the parts are on back order call in 6 months it should be in.called 6 months later no parts ,kept calling the dealer no response.I started to hear a noise so I called toyota USA and was told if I choose I can have it done privately and submit the necessary paper work for refund. Had the part changed submitted all the documents they called the mechanic verified all that was done etc. Waited 7 weeks only to get a letter from toyota USA saying the work done on my vehicle wasn't in the scope of the recall!!!!!! Its totally unfair that my vehicle was targeted for a recall they didn't do the recall I did and to be told no refund. Then they should have stated from the beginning that they weren't going to refund customers for the federal safety agency reference id 14v604
Rear leaf springs have broken and the front head light covers have cracked.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 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. The VIN was not available.
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