Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. During routine maintenance her independent mechanic stated that the sub-frame deteriorated. The toyota dealer also confirmed that the sub-frame deteriorated. The manufacturer stated that they would notify her to determine how to rectify the failure. There were no recalls. The failure and current mileages were under 81,582. Updated 02/13/10 *bf the dealer informed the consumer, the vehicle was unsafe to drive. Updated 02/16/17.*jb the consumer still has not heard from toyota, even though he was told he would receive a call back within 2-3 weeks a decision. Updated 03/09/10
2000 Toyota Tundra body complaints
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I purchased a 2000 toyota tundra with only 107k miles on the odo. This was just before toyota announced a minor rust recall. I took the vehicle to the local toyota dealership and to my surprise they told me that the entire frame was compromised. I have now been without a vehicle since the 28th of dec because my low mileage truck was deemed unsafe for the road. Toyota has yet to offer a solution to this problem.
While washing the underside of my 2000 toyota tundra in a commercial self-service car wash numerous pieces of severely rusted flakes of steel came off my frame. The largest pieces were the size of a motorcycle license plate. These pieces came off from the main fore and aft frame members forward of the back tires. Upon further inspection I noticed that not only the aforementioned main frame members were severely rusted but that the cross-member frame pieces were also very rusted. I am concerned that the integrity of the frame has been compromised by this severe rusting.
2000 limited toyota tundra has excessive frame rust. More than I've ever seen on a vehicle that was not in a junkyard. No serious incidents have occurred thus far, but I am sure that this frame will fail soon. I noticed the problem about a year ago and have noticed that the problem has gotten exponentially worse in that time.
To whom it may concern, I own a 2000 4x4 limited tundra which has a rust problem. Most of the underside of the vehicle has heavy surface rust. It also has a front body mount that is rusted and corroded the medal is flaking and peeling away. I took the vehicle to a toyota dealer for inspection. The dealer told me that the frame has no perforation holes in it. Nothing they can do. In addition to all the rust I had to replace rear brake lines and rear parking brake assembly on both sides do to rust and corrosion. I called toyota corp to complain about these problems all they did was give me a case number. I also told them that the value of my vehicle has been compromised due to the rust . They will not do anything until holes are formed through the frame. I feel im caught between a rock and a hard place. Toyota did the right thing last year with the tacomas having rust issues but doing nothing for tundra owners.
The frame is rotted on my 2000 toyota tundra.
Frame rails rusting excessive! Metal flaking off in big chunks all along the entire frame. Including all the cross members and structure supports. I have been advised to limit the load and towing capacity of the truck, being afraid of failure and causing an accident.
Left front ball joint failed, while towing a trailer with my wife and a two year old. Mechanic found "severe rust" and stated vehicle was not safe drive.
2000 toyota tundra. Frame extremely rusted. I have 3 holes in my frame. The biggest being the size of a baseball with no attempt on my part to make it larger. The location is approx 6-8" from front bumper (drivers side). 2nd being same location on pass. Side. 3rd hole being under back door on drivers side. The entire frame is delaminating. Shock brackets are to bad to install new shocks. Sections of frame are thinner due to metal that has fallen off. Truck has been inspected by field service technician from toyota. Toyota has given me several dates that they were going to give me their answer to the resolution only to be pushed back. Latest date is jan 25.
The truck cannot pass inspection because of a rusted frame. There are holes (2"-3") in both side rails of frame, 3 of the crossmembers are rusted through, one of them totally disintegrated. The rear cross member is also carries the spare wheel, which eventually will fall off and may cause an accident. Rear brakelines are attached to this crossmember also, which may also be ruptured. Rear shackles for rear springs are almost rusted through and are very unsafe. No accident has happened yet, but vehicle in inoperable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The frame underneath of the vehicle has corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The technician stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive, so he was provided with a rental vehicle. He has not contacted the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 147,400.
2000 tundra having emergency brakes rusting all the time along with crank bell and rear diff.housing.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact detected the side rail of the frame and the rear tire area exhibited severe rust corrosion. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for rear brake service repair. However, the technician refused to repair the vehicle due to the rear frame excessive damages. The vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer in which the technician informed of rust on the surface of the frame. The contact stated the evaluation of the vehicle was inaccurate. The vehicle has not been repaired for the defect. The failure mileage was 50,000. The current mileage was 63,000.
On 12/01/09 I was informed by toyota & scion of clifton park ny that my 2000 toyota tundra had a hole/perforation in the frame & the drives side cross bar was all rusted out. I was advised to contact toyota's 1-800 number which was done on 12/8/09. Between 12/10/09 & 12/11/09 a regional manager from toyota inspected my truck and again I was advised to contact the 1-800 which was done on 12/15/09. A customer service representative informed me someone will contact me within 24hrs regarding the vehicle. As of the time of this report they have failed to do so.
2000 toyota tundra frame rust. Holes through the frame. Vibration of front end. Updated 12/16/09 *bf pictures received. Updated 12/1/6/09
Complaint and concern regarding my toyota tundra truck, year 2000. My auto mechanic advises me that the rear frame, along with the supports that attach the truck bed to frame have rusted to point that they are unsafe, and should be replaced. He states that the bed is becoming unsecure due to the heavy corrosion of the brackets and that parts of the frame will need to be reinforced within the next year. The rust and corrosion is very visible - and all this in spite of fact that the truck is garaged and very well maintained - less than 90 k miles and only one driver. I have been unable to trade it in due to the heavy rust problem of the frame and brackets. He says that in an accident, the truck bed could fly off if the problem is not resolved.
Excessive premature rusting of frame and components, spring shackles, spare tire area. Trucked failed ma state safety inspection on 11/24/09 and is considered undriveable until repairs are made. I am aware of a recall in effect on or before 12/15/09 and also plan to contact toyota for an inspection.
I have not yet had a failure but my tundra is having a rust issue more then it should want to file with the federal safety agency ..I wash and wax and undercoat this truck every year got paperwork to prove but the rust is winning against all my extra efforts. Nobody takes care of a vehicle better then me..
2000 tundra - rusting frame. Truck was inspected by toyota in nashua, nh - nov 13, 2009. Result was a rusted through spare tire brace and rust formation on rear section. Since I tow my 27" catamaran, I am concerned about the frame. Filed claim to toyota (0911130407) nov 2009.
I own a 2000 toyota tundra which has severe frame corrosion. On 12-05-09 the drivers side rear shackle support broke. I had no cargo or any load in the bed of the truck at the time and did not lose control of the vehicle. The only way I perceived anything wrong with the truck was the very loud bang I heard as the shackle support gave out, and the bed of the truck shifted downward. I am not sure if I can safely operate my vehicle as this is the only transportation I have available to me. I called ira toyota in danvers massachusetts and was informed that no recall is currently covering the problem I am experiencing. I was given a telephone number to call at toyota(1‑800‑331‑4331) . No weekend hours..............no help!
I own a 2000 toyota tundra already under recall for rusting supports for spare tire this excuse is minimizing the true problem my truck's frame is flaking off metal over the rear wheels at the center of hump which supports the rear axle both sides are coming off in layers as well as the rest of the frame rusted this problem is more serious than toyota is letting on.
The brake line tubing at the proportioning valve on the left rear inside frame rail corroded and burst causing all brake fluid to escape and the brake pedal went to the floor and made the vehicle difficult to stop. I was traveling close to home at a speed of approximately 25 MPH. I down shifted and was able to slow to 5mph to drive the vehicle to my home garage where I replaced the tubing,fluid and bled the brakes. Fortunately no accident occurred, I discarded the old tubing and fittings after the repairs were made. The frame area behind the tubing near the left rear shock mount is corroded so badly that I am able to pass a tennis ball through the left rear frame rail. The right and left frame rails are perforated where the spare tire carrier is riveted to the horizontal frame channels directly above the rear axle. The frame is corroded badly and paper thin in areas that surround the perforations.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The cross member that held up the spare tire was corroded. As a result the spare tire was not properly secured to the vehicle. He called the dealerships in reference to the failure, but was not advised of a remedy. He had not spoken with the manufacturer to-date. The current mileage was 198,502. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Inspection of the vehicle's frame indicates that there is extensive rot beyond the crossmember involved in the current recall for this vehicle. The current recall is limited to the crossmember supporting the vehicles spare tire, while the frame rot uncovered in this inspection involves the frame rails (running front to back) in the vicinity of both forward wheel wells and it is extremely apparent within the drivers side wheel well. In addition, there is extensive rot in the frame beneath the drivers seat in the vicinity of the rear brake line mounts and also in another crossmember forming the rear shock tower on the passengers side. It would appear the rot is so extensive that the frame is beyond economical repair and replacement would be warranted. No crash or injuries were involved. *tr**12/10/09 update cw ** updated 01/06/10 *bf the consumer sent in pictures of the vehicle. Updated 01/06/10.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The frame underneath the vehicle has corroded. The corrosion caused the brakes to fail and the vehicle crashed into a bus. There were no reported injuries. The manufacturer stated that since the vehicle was registered in california, he was ineligible for a free remedy. The vehicle is registered in california but has been in michigan for the past three years. The current mileage was 143,758. The failure mileage was 90,000.
I had to replace my power steering rack due to rust. This was done in july of 2008. When the service tech (actually all in shop) looked at it, they said they had never seen anything like it. The part was literally crumbling in their hands. Now in nov. Of 2009, I read that toyota is saying that this truck did not receive the proper rust protection when built. I am a long standing toyota owner. This I hoped to handled in a way to make customers satisfied. Today I took my tundra (limited 4x4 access cab) to the local dealer (byers in delaware, oh) where it was purchased. They inspected the truck and simply told me "it passed the perforation inspection". When I asked about the details, they repeated "it passed". As I had read where other owners were losing their spare tire, I asked if the spare was removed for the inspection. The service manager had to ask the tech. The reply was "I looked around and through it and 'it' passed". Overall, the rust inspection was graded against a simple "multi-point inspection report". There was no specific mention of the frame, steering rack, or cross member. One last time I asked about what would happen next as I thought toyota was offering a corrosion treatment. All I was told was "it passed". I left not feeling happy or safe. Toyota and this dealership needs to focus on their customers. I have reviewed the frame problem on the federal safety agency, and found several steering rack complaints filed. I believe that the frame is only the beginning of the is rust problem, and that the steering rack and other parts should be reviewed.
Severely rusted frame, brackets & anything else attached to the frame. Frame is so rotted that huge chunks of metal are coming off. Frame rotted at front of frame where it meets the bumper (I'm just waiting for the bumper to fall off), tire cross member rotted (I have removed the tire). Entire frame needs to be replaced due to rust, beyond repair. Frame has been this way for years & toyota will do nothing about it. *tr updated 02/01/10.
I have a 2000 toyota tundra limited. Frame is so rusted it just flakes apart.
Letter from senator kerry on behalf of constituent re his concerns that toyota is not addressing a defect complaint. *nj the consumers 2000 toyota tundra has excessive frame corrosion. The dealer stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive.
My husband looked under his 2000 toyota tundra last summer to investigate a strange noise and found the spare tire swaying back and forth under the bed, almost completely rusted off the frame. He removed the tire to prevent it from falling off while driving.
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