Toyota tundra 2000 frame severely rusted. According to mechanic, maybe a risk to me and others. I have owned toyotas since 1984, and have never been so disappointed and appalled. Is the federal safety agency doing anything or is this a waste of my time? What do I do?
2000 Toyota Tundra body complaints
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This vehicle was purchased at greensburg toyota, greensburg, pa. This vehicle has had brake lines replaced, fuel lines replaced, the frame corroded and rusted out, fuel lines rusted out, the tie rods rusted out, the tailgate rusted out, the electrical outlets for the backup and tail lights were shorting out, the entire body on this vehicle is rusting. This vehicle is a complete menace to the toyota company. This vehicle had the front axles rusted out and the wheel fell off while driving it.
Severe frame rust on 20000 toyota tundra. I had this inspected last year and they said toyota did not have anything in place to prevent the frame from rusting. The truck was in for wheel alignment and now I am told they can no longer align the vehicle because of the rust and structural defect from the rust. The dealer says toyota does not pay to "derust" the frame but will inspect until the rust recall ends in 3/2012. Please help!
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated that was sent a letter from the manufacturer for the spare tire rack. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that due to excessive rust, the entire frame needed to be replaced. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that before the tire rack repair could be performed, the frame, rear shocks, emergency brake cables and linkage, exhaust system, fuel filter bracket, front sway bar, transmission mount and bolts, front brake hoses, steering shaft knuckle, fuel tank system and body mounts needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 01/04/12
I bought my 2000 tundra new in 1999. The frame is rusting beyond normal limits and I am afraid to drive it. I have had it checked by toyota and they told me that if they hit the frame with a hammer and the hammer does not go through the frame then it's ok. I don't agree with that.
2000 toyota tundra. Consumer states that the brackets and frame have been corroding. Consumer states that this issue has nothing to do with the recall for the spare tire bracket. *kb the consumer stated it appeared the metal was breaking off in layers and would cause a failure on the part it was connected too.
I received a recall notice on my 2000 toyota tundra for a rusted frame cross member in 04/22/10. Went to the dealer,they looked at it & said the whole frame was junk,including the cross member. The spare tire already fell out from under the vehicle on to the highway,no one was behind me by luck.I was told by the dealer that toyota was buying these vehicles back,but after (7) calls to toyota they said they were going to repair them (replace the frame) as of today nothing was fixed yet & pieces of the frame keeps falling off everytime I drive it.the dealer keeps telling me they can't do anything until they get ok from toyota. Everytime I call toyota they tell me I'm on a list (#8) I have been there since april, but the list seems to never go down. Toyota knew about this problem since, 11//16/2009 I think its time toyota fixes the problem or buy the trucks back. I want to list, this truck has no rust on the body at all just nothing under it to hold the good body. So much for their "truck of the year" with the "extra heavy duty frame".
I own a 2000 toyota tundra 4x4 limited access cab. I took it in to my local dealership on 4/26/2010 for unrelated servicing and because I was concerned about the amount of rust on the rear frame components. I had heard about the recall and assumed that they would tell me something. I was told that it was ok, and that I would be contacted when they have the anti-corrosive treatment ready. Today is 11/24/2010 and I have still heard nothing. Pieces of the frame rails continue to flake and fall off in sheets (some approximately 4 inches long and 1/16th of an inch thick or greater). I'm concerned about the structural integrity of this vehicle. I'm especially worried that the rear springs will give out while driving and cause injury or worse. The federal safety agency and usdot should look into this problem. Toyota needs to compensate owners of these vehicles as was done for the tacomas that experienced the same failure. The rusting problem is much greater than just the rear cross-member.
2000 toyota tundra. Consumer writes regarding vehicle rust *tgw the consumer stated his vehicle passed the inspection rust recall. However, one of the straps that held the gas tank rusted through and failed after the inspection. Also, the consumer had to pat $800 for a new steering rack.
On 24 nov 09 toyota issued a recall for 2000 tundra pickups, regarding frame corrosion and particularly corrosion on the cross member that holds the spare tire. Although I read about this online, toyota has yet to inform me by mail. On 24 march 2010 I took my truck in to berlin city motors in portland me for an inspection of this problem. They told me that my corrosion was not enough to warrant frame replacement, but that I would be notified of when to return for application of some sort of corrosion inhibiting gunk. Seven months later I heard nothing. I called toyota customer services and began a complaint process. They said that they are still sending out recalls ..almost a year later!!! They claim that they need info from the state of maine regarding legality of applying corrosion inhibiting gunk on safely, and they need "other" permissions. It is my opinion that toyota is stalling on this fairly simple recall, hoping to reduce the problem by attrition of older vehicles. I would appreciate info from the federal safety agency as to why toyota is being allowed to take this long on a project that isn't exactly rocket science. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under an unknown manufacturer's recall for potential frame corrosion. The contact was under the impression that the dealer would make repairs to the control arm, struts, and spring perch in addition to the frame. The contact stated that the frame was repaired at the manufacturer's expense but not the other components. The contact was charged for the repairs and stated that the manufacturer should have reimbursed him for the repairs. The manufacturer advised the contact that they would contact him with a decision but he had not yet been contacted. The failure mileage was 110,368.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While driving approximately 45-50 MPH he heard a loud noise and the left rear spring broke which caused the vehicle to stop immediately. He engaged the accelerator pedal and heard another loud noise and coasted the vehicle into a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. The dealer advised him that it would be 3 months before they could repair his vehicle because of the back log of recalls. The dealer performed the recall work on his vehicle on august 23, 2010; recall 09v444000, structure: frame and members:underbody shields. As he was driving from the dealership he engaged the brakes and the brake pedal went to the floor; he informed the service manager of the failure. The service manager advised the technicians to clean, adjust the rear brakes and relieve some tension on the parking brake cable. The following day the dealer advised him that the transmission was failing and needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained at the dealer waiting for the parts to be available. The failure mileage was 102,168 and the current mileage was 102,192.
2000 toyota tundra. Consumer states problem with frame rust *tgw the dealer informed the consumer the vehicle would be repaired under recall at no cost to him. Several days later, the consumer was then told the recall repair would cost him $1,200.00. The dealer stated that price included additional parts that were needed to replace the frame as they would most likely not be able to be reused, as parts would be damaged as the truck was disassembled. The consumer contacted toyota customer service and he was told toyota paid for the frame replacement, and that anything additional required by the dealer was between the consumer and the dealership.
1. Noticed severe under body rust and frame rust on 2000 toyota tundra when washing truck. 2. Rust getting worse, making the vehicle less safe to drive and use as intended. 3. Nothing has been done to correct this issue yet, but did receive a letter from toyota stating the issue with under body rust and took it to the dealership, but they didn't do anything about it.
Our 2000 toyota tundra has developed frame rust. In 2005 we noticed the condition of the frame deteriorating, so we took it to a local dealer here in south florida. They explained it would cost a lot of money to fix, more than we could afford. Toyota issued a "voluntary recall" last year that covers my make and model truck, which a couple of independent body shops (including one partnered with toyota) says is now unsafe to operate. Unfortunately on page 73 of the recall documentation sent to the dealers, toyota dictates that the frame needs to have a 10mm hole/perforation. Palm beach toyota (the dealer I went to) agrees that my frame is completely rusted but because toyota (corporate) dictates that I should have a through and through 10 mm size hole, they will not honor the recall. Please note, I have some portions of the frame that have fallen/flaked off (missing), but because they are no longer on the frame, they are not considered holes.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency recall campaign id number 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) and took the vehicle to an authorized dealer for repairs. The dealer advised the vehicle did not exhibit enough rust for them to make any repairs to the vehicle. The dealer advised that once the vehicle had rusted more extensively, they would then make repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 104,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the power steering failed without warning. The steering wheel became increasingly difficult to steer. The contact moved the vehicle off the roadway and found that the power steering fluid was extremely low and refilled the fluid. The contact was able to locate a recall and believed the recall was associated with the failure he had experienced in the vehicle, stating that the power steering module possibly was affected by a defective frame (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v444000: structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The contact did not confirm if the vehicle was included with the recall. The contact stated the vehicle was previously at the dealer where unknown repairs were made to the vehicle. The contact had not experienced frame failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000 and the current mileage was 146,000.
2000 toyota tundra frame rust.
2000 toyota tundra. Consumer writes to express discontent about treatment at a toyota dealer in regards to repairs *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle began making a squeaking noise. The vehicle was inspected and the consumer was informed that the left rear shackle needed to be replaced. When the vehicle was being lifted, the frame broke because it was severely corroded. The consumer then learned that the vehicle had been recalled for frame corrosion. The consumer stated she and her husband were never notified of a recall. The consumer was informed the rear leaf springs, the front lower arms, rear shocks and steering rack needed to be replaced. The consumer believed it was related to the broken frame. But, toyota refused responsibility of any other repairs.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While driving at 40 MPH, the front suspension collapsed onto the frame causing the vehicle to swerve excessively. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised that the frame was rusted and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The VIN was unavailable. The failure and current mileages were 86,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated after receiving notification of the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) he made an appointment for recall repairs accordingly. The dealer inspected the vehicle and advised the contact that rust and corrosion vehicle was beyond repair. The manufacturer confirmed the dealers advised and would not provide any assistance. The contact believed the manufacturer was careless in handling the recall and that he should be reimbursed for the defect that existed in the vehicle and could potentially cause a crash. The failure and current mileages were 107,000. Updated 08/24/10. *lj updated 08/26/10
My 2000 toyota tundra was recalled for frame corrosion and the truck sat in a toyota dealership parking lot for 4 months until toyota just decided this week that they are going to replace the rusted frame but they wouldn't guarantee this for free - they said they if anything else goes wrong while they are replacing the frame, that they may not pay for it and that I will have to. I find this completely unacceptable as this is a recall - why should I have to pay anything out of my pocket?
Whole bottom frame of truck is rotted. Took it to toyota dealership to inspect for recall. They said nothing is wrong. Took it to another mechanic & he said vehicle unsafe to drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated he received notification of the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. Toyota refused to authorize the repairs to the vehicle stating the odometer was branded. The contact advised the odometer was not branded and he had documentation that stated otherwise. The failure mileage was 44,853 and the current mileage was 44,873. Updated 08/24/10. *lj updated 08/25/10
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. Upon having the vehicle examined by an authorized dealer for an unrelated recall the contact was informed her frame had rusted through. The vehicle was not serviced. The failure and current mileages were 90,000.
2000 toyota tundra, rusted frame, that caused suspension rear leaf support to snap and brake off.
I have a tundra 2000. Most of the frame are corroded due to rust. While driving, hit a pot hole and the gas tank straps let go due to corrosion. Gas tank drop to the ground, luckily I pull to the side and no accident happen. Thanks god.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle would exhibit excessive shaking. The dealer stated that the vehicle needed new tires. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for a second opinion and then taken back to the dealer for further diagnostic testing. The dealer stated that the driveshaft center bearing needed to be replaced. The contact also stated that the frame was covered with severe corrosion and rust. The fuel tank was barely attached to the vehicle. The contact referenced the federal safety agency recall campaign id number 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) but was unable to confirm if his VIN was included in the recall. The driveshaft center bearing was replaced by the dealer who also classified the vehicle as condemned. The failure and current mileages were unknown.
On or about april 24th, 20010 my son was driving my 2000 toyota tundra pick up truck when the spare tire fell off the mount under the truck. I had been aware of some rust problems with this vehicle, however when I called my local toyota dealer they said they were not doing much about this problem at this time, due to all the gas pedal problems they are currently having at toyota. After bringing my truck home I looked underneath and saw a tremendous amount of rust. Even the crossmember that supports the gas tank appears very rusty and is of concern to me now. I won't fill my gas tank beyond half a tank anymore. I intend to go to the toyota dealership and demand that they inspect my truck for safety reasons.
2000 toyota tundra frame rust - large holes in frame and when you bang on the frame rails the garage floor looks like the rusteze tent from the movie cars. Concerned about safety. Dealer says they will be replacing the frame. Not real comfortable with suggested solution and possible costs.
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