I own a 2006 Toyota Tundra with severe frame corrosion and rot. The rust has eaten through major portions of the frame, especially around the rear crossmember and leaf spring mounts. It has compromised the vehicle’s safety and structural integrity. Toyota previously offered frame replacements and extended corrosion coverage for similar models (Tacoma, Sequoia, and certain Tundras), but my VIN was denied even though the issue is identical. The corrosion is so severe that it poses a risk of the frame snapping or suspension components detaching while driving. This is a serious safety defect, not just cosmetic rust. The frame can fail without warning, which could lead to loss of control or an accident. Toyota should be required to inspect and address this defect for all affected vehicles. Location of problem: Frame rails, rear crossmember, spare tire area, and control arm mounts. Date problem occurred: 07/09/2025 I’m requesting that the federal safety agency investigate and require Toyota to include my vehicle in their frame corrosion program or issue a new recall covering affected first-generation Tundras.
2006 Toyota Tundra: ball joint or control arm failure
40 of the 545 complaints about the 2006 Toyota Tundra describe ball joint or control arm failure.
- owner complaints
- 40
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 125,000
- recalls
- 1
Ball joint or control arm failure by model year
What owners say
The lower ball joint broke causing the upper ball joint to break and damage the strut rocked pion and the brake line. I contacted Toyota and they said it was fixed from a former recall
Lower ball joint broke Lower control arm collapse causing the to come off
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH and making a left turn, there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the front driver’s side of the vehicle lowered unintendedly. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the front driver’s side lower ball joint had separated from the knuckle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was previously serviced under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 07V013000 (Suspension). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The local dealer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.
Upper and lower ball joints and rod
Passenger side front Ball joint failed when driving on interstate. Oil change and service was last done 2/24/21 mileage was 192943. I also sent all the information to Toyota.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal sound was heard coming from the undercarriage of the vehicle. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic where it discovered that the front lower ball joints had started to wear. The contact stated that several weeks later, after completing a slight right turn, the front driver's side tire detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to be inspected nor diagnosed. The vehicle was previously included in, and repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v013000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Front ball joint broke in half while turning into a parking lot
Takata recall 2006 toyota tundra sr5 4x4. Purchased about a year ago. Power steering failed a couple months in while driving to work. Found fluid leaking I crawled underneath and founf the entire frme rusted and both anti roll bar links have separated from control arms. The bushings and nuts were missing and the powersteering link is from rotted boot on the pasenger side.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tundra. While driving at unknown speeds, the front driver side wheel detached without impact from the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to autonation toyota south austin (800-ih 35th s, austin, tx 78745, (512) 900-1045) where it was diagnosed that the driver side ball joints needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact was concerned about the ball joints on the passenger side. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 179,383.
Stabilizer links rotted off, fixed. Front end failing, falling apart at 78,000 miles. Also truck frame rusting badly, received recall 3rd notice a year after they expired it. I never received 1st 2 notices, they don't come not registered mail. We had mail issues with usps! The regular mailman was out for 2 years with cancer so we had substitute mailmen, we didn't always get our mail, get other peoples mail etc.. We would of called about the recall if we knew! I called toyota corporate, they didn't care, said I had 3 notices, I only received 1 notice and it was a year after it expired! I am 2nd owner. The front end in the truck is falling apart, horrible vibrating/bumping and banging when driving down the road, truck now has 92k, I googled and it came back lower ball joint problem recall, 2006 tundra. If it was serviced by previous owner and ball joint failed again wouldn't be recalled covered again? How do you find out if it was fixed the 1st time? I don't want to put more money into it if it is covered under a recall! I bought it with 58k, it was always garaged and only did vacation trips/highway miles, previous owner worked from home. I go 7 miles/day. And highway vacation trips. Previous owner was elderly and has passed away. Any service records I don't have, but he maintained it well! Recalls should come registered mail! We also have a seat belt problem, they don't always work. They jam, don't recoil, get stuck.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, the independent mechanic discovered that the subframe near the front passenger side axle area was rusted with holes present. In 2015, the vehicle was inspected by kramer toyota in port charlotte, fl and no rust was found. In addition, the contact indicated that the front brake lines, control arm, steering rack, and ball joints were all replaced by an independent mechanic due to rust and corrosion. The failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The dealer was not contacted for the recent failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 157,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks and mini vans, due to possible improper finishing of the front suspension lower ball joint, some ball joints may experience an incidental deterioration of the internal lubrication. This may cause the ball joint to wear and loosen prematurely, which could result in increased steering effort, reduced vehicle self-centering, and noise in the front suspension.
- Risk
- In extreme cases, if the vehicle is continuously operated in this condition, the lower ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints. The recall began on february 28, 2007. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 07V013000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2006 Toyota Tundra ball joint
Is ball joint or control arm failure a common problem on the 2006 Toyota Tundra?
40 of 545 owner complaints about the 2006 Toyota Tundra (7%) mention ball joint or control arm failure. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Toyota Tundra?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Toyota Tundra
Adaptive cruise 12Brake failure 10Check engine light 9No deployment 8Won't shift 7Sudden acceleration 6Engine failure 5Knocking 5
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