2002 Toyota Tundra: fuel leak

Filed Mar 15, 2017 · Body · CT

Truck inspected by toyota for corrosion and treated with chemical as part of the recall notice.at this time I had no concerns with condition of the frame for safety concerns.my truck was treated 10/24/16 by toyota and during a routine exhaust fix mechanic showed me areas of concern on rear of the frame.the dealership that performed the treatment looked at the frame again and stated they diidnt want to touch or check the areas of concern a incase they made holes in the frame.I opened a case with toyota and indeed got a second opinion from another toyota dealership whom deemed my vehicle unsafe to drive due to frame corrosion in the areas that were treated , now this was only 3 months after toyota treated the frame. I was given a case manager at toyota for special circumstances as he quoted, and 2 days later was told nothing could be done. I also have a gas leak which has materialized around the rotted crossmember . Overall in 3 months I now have perorations and delamination of the rear frame and a junk truck.

Filed Sep 2, 2015 · Body, Brakes · 218,572 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. While parking the vehicle, the parking brake did not engage. The contact observed that there was a fuel leak under the vehicle and the frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was confirmed that the frame was severely rusted and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v444000 (structure); however, the failure recurred. Approximately two and a half years later, the contact observed that the frame fractured. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 218,572.

Filed May 12, 2014 · Fuel system · 190,000 miles · NJ

As part of a recall, my 2002 toyota tundra required frame repair for damage due to rust/corrosion, the straps holding the gas tank were rusted and also needed to be replaced. When the replacement of the straps was made, the gas tank which was also rusted and not replaced as part of recall was damaged and a gas leak occurred. I have already been faced with an extremely dangerous situation due to the failure of a cross brace which caused the spare tire to release on the highway; now I am concerned that the faulty gas tank will cause a fire. I have called and visited toyota numerous times to request assistance but no repair or replacement has been offered.

Filed Jan 3, 2011 · Body, Brakes · 53,935 miles · MA

Took my 2002 tundra to a local toyota dealer for a second time to inspect frame after being told by an independent licensed mechanic that my frame was perforated/rotted, the rear end housing was leaking, the spare tire hanger was broken,(tire missing), all heat shields were either broken,loose or missing and front brakes were in need of being replaced again. Front brake rotors, pads and calipers were replaced 11/09/07. All of this had occurred since 05/06/2010 when the truck was last on his lift. Harr toyota performed a frame inspection and verified all of the above failures. They also did the frame crossmember inspection in 01/10 and the truck passed. They specified that the frame failure was @lt rail/trans mt. They also said the rt ft sway bar link was broken, and noticed an exhaust leak. They declared that in spite of the frame failure it was safe to drive just don't do any offroading! So I guess that hitting a pothole would not be advised.! They told me that the brakes were unsafe, and not covered under any recall. I am very upset at the condition/value of my truck. I am also very upset that the federal safety agency is letting toyota get away with the "warranty enhancement" of replacing the frame only of these trucks. Toyota and its dealers denied the rust problem for years. My problem started when the vehicle was still under warranty, and I was blamed for the failure. In the years that toyota has denied a problem with the tundra, the frame rust has infected, most if not all, of the truck. Both bumpers are rotting off. The gas tank had to be patched (05/2010) because it was leaking fuel from a rust spot under one of the support straps. Toyota will replace other compromised parts at the owners full expense. In my opinion they are using the frame replacement to generate part sales and repair business to help defer costs. The federal safety agency- please force a more comprehensive recall! !

Filed Apr 9, 2010 · Body, Fuel system · 48,000 miles · MA

I have a 2002 toyota tundra that is leaking gas. Initially I noticed a fuel smell when I walked by the truck which progressed to seeing fuel on the ground. If I put too much gas in the truck, over 1/2 tank, you can see the fuel leaking through the 4x4 fuel tank protective cover. I had the truck put on a lift and was told that fuel was leaking from the seam of the tank. I recently took my truck to toyota in response to the recall re:excessive frame rust and my truck passed that inspection. I have less than 51,000 miles on this truck and I am afraid to drive it on the highway. I have lived in ma for 22 years and have never had a fuel tank problem. On 04/06/10 I took my truck to a required yearly inspection. My check engine light was on and the garage told me that my vehicle had failed the emissions test. I have been following other owners reports online and have noticed that more people are reporting leaking fuel tanks. Extensive research indicates that aftermarket gas tanks are not available for this model/year so I must have toyota either do the work, or minimally, get the part from them. Based on their recent reputation, I am not thrilled about taking my truck back to them. I have 60 days from the failure date to get it repaired and reinspected to avoid losing my registration! I need this truck to be safe for me and all the other drivers that I encounter. Can you please look into this safety concern?

Filed Oct 8, 2009 · Fuel system · 30,000 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. While receiving an oil change a technician stated that the frame was corroded. There was also a fuel leak on the seam of the fuel tank. The service and parking brakes were replaced. The oxygen sensor for the check engine light had to be replaced twice. The technician concluded that the vehicle was non-repairable. The failure mileage was 30,000.