2006 Toyota Tundra: brake failure

Filed Jul 26, 2024 · Body, Brakes · WI · crash

On April 6, 2024 I was driving my 2006 Toyota Tundra when the brakes gave out and the vehicle went through the back wall of my garage. The brake fluid spilled onto the street and onto my driveway. There are 3 witnesses to this including a police officer. I am lucky that I was not a highway when this happened. I had the Tundra towed to a repair garage and they put it on a hoist. Two mechanics showed me the underside which is completely rusted , including some holes. They told me I would have continuous problems because of the rust. They also said that Toyota may have had a recall for my vehicle. I did the research and found that to be accurate. The recall includes millions Toyotas, including my Toyota Tundra, built between 2004 and 2008. So mine is eligible. However, Toyota did not contact me about the recall. Toyota did contact me about another recall involving the air bags. Toyota sent me a letter about the air bags. I still have the letter and I can send a copy if you wish. So, they have my name, address, and they know that I own the Tundra. But they did not contact me about the frame rust. Had they done so, I would have acted immediately. I purchased the vehicle in 2012, so it was a used vehicle. So, Toyota, obviously has had plenty of time to notify me, but they did not. I called Toyota and gave the person I talked to the VIN. She looked it up and told me there is " no service history of rust frame repair" for my Tundra" on their system. Toyota needs to rectify this. I expect that Toyota will pay for the rust frame damage, as they have for millions of other Toyotas, and for other damage to my vehicle, and other costs including towing costs, taxi service, the insurance deductible that I must pay for damage to my garage, two new front tires and other costs as they become known. This is only fair.

Filed Jul 28, 2021 · Body, Brakes · 172,000 miles · RI

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the brake pedal was engaged the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact engaged the parking brake and brought the vehicle to a complete stop. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The mechanic found that the brake lines were rusted and leaking. Additionally, the subframe and chassis were extremely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 172,000.

Filed Sep 26, 2019 · Brakes · 105,442 miles · PA

Total loss of braking system. Pedal went to the floor when leaving a store parking lot. Was able to stop vehicle by using emergency brake. Noticed a ruptured solid brake line under drivers side running towards rear of vehicle. All brake fluid was gone from master cylinder when checked. Also noted a lot of corrosion on frame, brake lines, and other parts of undercarriage. Frame was previously coated as part of recall several years ago. Vehicle was towed to toyota dealership in winston-salem, nc. Had to have two solid brake lines replaced along with rear brake shoes and drums. Could have been killed or seriously injured if this happened at speed or in heavy traffic.

Filed Feb 15, 2019 · Body · 179,000 miles · MA

I received notification from toyota 4 years ago that my tundra had a potential frame issue regarding rust. I was instructed to bring it to a dealer for inspection which I did. I was told it would be inspected- if frame was intact but just rusted they would treat it with a coating , if it there were holes in the frame it would be replaced. My truck was at the dealer ( boch toyota norwood ma) for several days. I was told frame intact, it was treated with rust proofing and coating. Last week the brakes failed- it took it to my mechanic and was told the brake line was rotted through causing leaking of brake fluid. There was no accident. When he replaced brake line he told me frame was rotted with large holes in several areas. I brought it back to dealer- told nothing they could do. I called toyota and they told me the same.

Filed Aug 30, 2018 · Brakes, Fuel system · 117,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tundra. While driving approximately 60 MPH on the highway, a tractor trailer entered the contact's lane. The contact depressed the brake pedal and it became stuck to the floorboard. The contact described the failure as a complete loss of brake function. In an effort to avoid a crash, the vehicle was downshifted to third gear and then second gear to stop the vehicle. The contact drove to toyota knoxville (10415 parkside drive, knoxville, tennessee 37922, (865) 312-6618) where it was diagnosed that the brake lines failed. The front and rear brake lines were repaired. In addition, the fuel tank bracket was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and provided the contact with case number: 1808302087. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.

Filed Mar 31, 2016 · Brakes, Suspension · 135,000 miles · WI

I own a 2006 dbl cab tundra in wi. Back in 2013 I was driving one and and someone was honking at me from behind. So I pulled over. They told me my gas tank was about to fall off. Sure thing I went under it and the gas tank strap was rust and only 1 of them was holding it up. I didnt some research and notice there was a recall on the frame rust. So I took it in for a inspection. The dealer told my that it didnt qualify for a replacement but they they can do a undebody coat and they replaced the tank strap too. So 1 yrs flew by and now my passenger side rear lower strut bracket broke off. It was just hanging there. This truck is falling apart. A few monther later while driving down the road. I was going about 35 MPH and ther boom! I heard something loud. I ther braking but no brakes! I almost good hit twice running a red light. Scraiest day of my life. I almost doe that day. I finally rolled to a stop. I check the back and sure enough the driver side top strut bracket broke off taking out the brake distributor in the rear and also cutiing through some eletrical wires. This truck is a lemon! Toyota need to buy this truck back!

Filed Dec 8, 2012 · Brakes · 178,000 miles · NC

Brake pedal went to floor. Brakes had worked fine when vehicle was parked. When I started the vehicle, there was no warning light on dash, no indication that brake booster assembly (toyota part number 470500c03) had failed or was failing. Vehicle was towed to dealership and showed diagnostic codes c0200,215 and 1223. Dealer confirmed no warning lights to indicate this catastrophic brake failure. Under different traffic or driving conditions, this could have been a serious or fatal event. This vehicle has been serviced only by the toyota dealership where it was purchased new, at every recommended interval, and never missed any scheduled maintenance. I contacted toyota customer service today at 800‑331‑4331 (ref #[xxx])and was told they had no record of similar complaints. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Feb 16, 2010 · Brakes · 42,000 miles · CA · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the brakes faiedl when he depressed the brakes. The pedal goes all the way way to the floor. The brakes failed a couple times. The last time he hit a deer and damaged his vehicle because the brakes would not stop the vehicle. He has taken the vehicle to the dealer numerous times but they cannot duplicate the failure. He finally contacted the toyota manufacturer and they stated that is the way the brakes should be operating. The failure mileage was 42,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Aug 10, 2007 · Steering · 29,000 miles · LA · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota tundra. While her son was driving 70 MPH the steering wheel started to shake. There was a loud noise and the vehicle steered to the right. He was unable to control the vehicle and applied the brake, however; the brakes failed after impacting the concrete wall. The vehicle went across 3 lanes and crashed into the median. The vehicle was towed to the repair shop. The repair shop was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The VIN and engize size were unknown but will be added when the hardcopy is received. The current and failure mileages were 29,000. The consumer provided multiple pictures of the vehicle and the insurance information for the vehicle. Updated 08/30/07

Filed Sep 26, 2006 · Brakes · 12,000 miles · CA · crash

Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 5 MPH; when the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal went to the floor and the ABS activated. The vehicle drove up over the top of a rock causing damage to the skid plate. There were no injuries sustained and a police report was not taken. The dealership was informed.