2016 Toyota Tundra body problems

Filed Jun 14, 2026 · Body · MT

Bed is rusting out from the bottom in a fashion that looks very similar to a previous Tundra bed rusting issue that had a TSB and remedy from Toyota. On the driver's side bed bolt closest to the cab, the sheet metal tack welded to the bed has separated and is rusting out. Approximately 7 inches to the drivers side from that bolt. The seam sealer is also cracking. Additionally, the drivers side bed bolt closes to the tailgate has rust bubbling up from underneath approximately 1 inch to the passenger side from the bolt and also along where that sheet metal is tack welded onto the bed.

Filed Mar 20, 2025 · Body · AL

I have had multiple incidents where the front hood bulge has blown off going down the interstate and nearly hit other cars. It’s not been worth buying a new one with the risk of them flying off. It’s definitely a saftey concern and a hazard.

Filed Feb 17, 2025 · Body · LA

The frame of the truck is extremely rusted. I am unsure if it can be fixed. It is available for inspection. This 2016 Tundra has 71,000 miles and is used as a third car. It has been serviced at the same dealership (Northshore Toyota, Covington, LA) and we were never informed of the damage by the dealership. My safety is at risk because the extensive rust could cause the frame to fail. Previous Tundra models have been recalled because of the same issues. No warnings were issued even after the dealership serviced the truck on a lift numerous times (approximately 9 years). The only previous warning by the dealership was on 1/29/2025 when the dealership informed us of a rusty trailer hitch. The truck was brought to 4 body shops in the local area after the owner went to work on the trailer hitch and saw the damage. All 4 shops confirmed that the rust was extensive. 3 shops would not fix the damage because it would be an expensive/extensive fix. We are waiting on what shop #4 says.

Filed Nov 5, 2024 · Body · VA

Peeling paint. White paint is separating from primer on hood, and adjacent to windshield on a pillars and the leading edge if the roof.

Filed Sep 7, 2023 · Body · 99,000 miles · NH

The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle ran off the road during a thunderstorm, causing the driver's and passenger's side curtain air bags to deploy. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that the headliner needed to be replaced; however, the part to complete the repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.

Filed Sep 10, 2019 · Body · 76,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 toyota tundra. While the contact was servicing the vehicle, the bumper detached when a friend stepped on the bumper. Prior to the failure, the contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v051000 (structure). The contact drove to autonation toyota south austin (4800 s ih 35 frontage rd, austin, tx 78745, 512 518-6900) and was informed that since the vehicle was previously involved in a crash, they would not replace the bumper. The manufacturer was contacted and sided with the dealer; however, they felt the recall should still be remedied. The manufacturer referred the contact to san marcos toyota (5101 I-35, san marcos, tx 78666, 512‑392‑1999) where they pointed out damage to the side and rear of the vehicle and also refused to service the recall. The contact called the manufacturer back and filed a complaint regarding the refusal of service. The contact drove to universal toyota (12102 I-35, san antonio, tx 78233, 726‑444‑6959) where the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 76,000. The VIN was unknown.

Filed Apr 23, 2019 · Body, Seats · 31,000 miles · DE

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 toyota tundra. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed rust on the frame of the rear seat. The vehicle was taken to hertrich toyota of milford (1367 bay rd, milford, de 19963, (877) 458-0609) where the contact was informed that the cause of the failure was due to moisture entering the vehicle. The contact cleaned the rust, but the failure recurred with even more rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 31,000.

Filed Jun 29, 2018 · Body · 36,000 miles · MA

Rear bumper recall. As outlined in toyota tundra rear bumper recall. The reinforcement cracked and someone stepped on the bumper cover and now the dealer and toyota will not preformed the needed repairs stating the the vehicle was in a accident and should be repaired under insurance.

Filed Jan 7, 2018 · Body · FL

There is a known recall on the rear bumper brackets. For nearly 6 months, the dealers in south florida (esp toyota of north miami) have been unable to assist in remedy of this issue as they do not have the parts in stock.

Filed Sep 26, 2017 · Body · 6,491 miles · CO

While backing up, I tapped a pole sticking out of the ground and dent my plastic bumper. I took the vehicle into a body shop where they had to order the bumper and assembly. Several days later while driving down the street, the right rear portion of the bumper fell off. What held it in place was the electrical for the backup sensor. I ended up using tape to hold the bumper to the pickup and went back to the body shop the next day.as the parts had come in. Toyota said that since I backed into the pole there was no coverage for the bracket or bumper even though there was a recall on the bumper brackets I latter learned.. The bumper brackets that held the bumper in place was purchased from a toyota dealership. If I was tapped in a rear end accident and the bumper fell off it now becomes a safety issue with this vehicle. Photos of the damage prior and the bumper did not fall off. The bumper fell off because of safety defect of this vehicle while driving down the street in the city.