After a couple of months I started experiencing a loud "squeak" coming from the rear of the vehicle and a "whistle" at speeds of 65-80mph. I contacted dealer and took it in for them to troubleshoot the issues. After about 4 months of ownership along with the above mentioned problems I started noticing a heavy vibration at slow speeds. I bought new tires, front end alignment, and had tires balanced as per my dealers recommendation. Then the acceleration issues started..... I took it back to my dealership and they performed the "floor mat fix". the vibrations just kept getting worse and the constant visits to my dealer and calls to Toyota's corporate office always ending with the "that's normal for these trucks" saying. The other day I was returning home and I was approaching a curve I removed my foot from the accelerator and depressed the brake pedal and slowed down to take the curve, I went to accelerate through the curve and my truck was not turning. The rear tires were locked even though my foot was off the brake which by that happening I had no control over where I was going.... I ended up not being able to steer around the curve and went straight through someone's yard taking out a mailbox and sliding sideways into a tree crushing the passenger side of my truck. Called Toyota's customer support and reported the locking up off my rear end, the failure of the anti lock system, and the loss of steering. All I got for my troubles was a rude "well there's nothing we can do" (as always). I have had nothing but problems since I purchased this truck. Toyota needs to address all of the issues that has plagued the Tacoma from day one. I have contacted a lawyer and have been instructed that a class action suit needs to be filed against Toyota by all of us. My email is [xxx] if you want to pursue this with me contact me. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Laurel, MS, USA

Received interim recall notice about leaf springs rear passenger spring is broken called robinson Toyota in wheeling wv they told me the could not fix the problem until Toyota sends them the parts they also told me that until then they could wire tie the springs my letter states thatthey have to fix this problem robinson Toyota 800-825-3868 304-232-1880 thank you

- Glen Dale, WV, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V604000 (suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Fair Haven , VT, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated NHTSA campaign number: 14V604000 (suspension), NHTSA campaign number: 13V337000 (seat belts) and NHTSA campaign number: 12V092000 (air bags) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated the parts needed were not available for repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the delay on several occasions. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle had exhibited excessive corrosion on the entire frame which was perforated. The manufacturer deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive. The failure mileage was 30,000.

- Great Neck, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14V604000 (suspension). However, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Fair Haven, VT, USA

I bought my truck used. A total of five times I've taken it into the dealership because of suspension issues. Each time I was told there's nothing wrong. My drive shaft was replaced a year ago. I noticed the leaf spring sticking out and broken. I took my truck straight in. I was told the truck was undrivable. Toyota gave me a rental and replaced the leaf springs. I picked my truck up three days later thinking the problem was fixed then two days after that, my truck felt loose and was making a popping sound when I put it into reverse. It felt like the drive line was out again. I took it to be looked at again. I was told my driveline U bolt snapped and was caused by the broken leaf spring. Toyota wouldn't fix the damages because the shop they recommended didn't use Toyota parts. My truck had 250000 miles on it. The damages to my truck were add do extreme that I had no choice but to give it back to the bank. The vibrations caused tranny damage and the axles and differential the frame had damage because the leaf spring was shoved up into it.(I wasn't told until after) no I've got nothing..... thanks Toyota......

- Vail, AZ, USA

At approximately 42000 miles I noticed a vibration in the front drivers side wheel. I had all four wheels replaced and the vibration continued so I took the vehicle to estabrook Toyota in pascagoula, ms (because that is where I was at the time). When I went to pick the vehicle up I was told the repair manager had personally checked the car out and determined it was the right front bearing so it was replaced and supposedly test driven. I left the store and immediately felt the vibration once again on the left front so I brought the car right back and they replaced the left front bearing as I had initially identified as the problem area and the problem went away. Now, two years later the left front wheel bearing has gone out once again and I am afraid to drive the vehicle.

- Daphne, AL, USA

Constant noise in the leaf spring and catastrophic failure. Dealers in puerto rico never replaced them knowing they were damage.

- Toa Baja, PR, USA

We were inspecting the underbody of our company owned Tacoma. There is major rust on the front frame, and the steering arm (A-arm?) where it attaches to the frame. The rust is substantial enough to allow possible separation of the arms from the frame. We did some internet research and see that corrosion was a problem with earlier models of the Tacoma. We will take this to the dealership to inspect but we thought it should be reported. It appears that if those connections fail stearing would be substantially impaired.

- St. Petersburg, FL, USA

Just leaving work to go pick up my children from school, I noticed a strange rattling coming from the bottom side of my truck. I stop and proceeded to see what it might be. I noticed the middle (of three) leaf springs had completely broke, slid out of place, and was rubbing against my brake line. I then taped it back in place to prevent any further damage to my brake line. The following afternoon I was able to take the truck to the dealership where the technician advised the service advisor (#8987) that there was no sign of any external shock or damage that could have caused this. He then explained to me that he "saw no reason why this could have happened".

- Santa Ana , CA, USA

Rear leaf spring on left side broke at approximately 105,000 miles. The leaf broke at both the front and rear mounting points. The left side of the vehicle dropped three inches and the broken spring made contact with the box frame. Fortunately there was no loss of driving control. Both rear leaf springs have squeaked since 2010 and required periodic lubrication to quiet them. This is a one-owner vehicle driven in the mild weather of the mid-atlantic states.

- Frederick, MD, USA

Heard a rattle under the truck looking into it found that the passenger rear leaf spring was broken and had damaged the brake line. This could have broken the brake line and caused a brake failure...updated 08/11/14

- Ashland, MA, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that there was a loud noise coming from the rear suspension. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the rear suspension needed to be replaced. The dealer will repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 133,000.

- Cross Plains, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a loud noise was heard coming from the passenger side. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the leaf spring had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 121,000. Updated 04/30/13

- Hesperia, CA, USA

I bought this truck new and purchased the optional anti-corrosion system at the time of the sale. At the 2-year check required by warranty, I noticed corrosion in the vicinity of the rear bumper and frame. The dealer, atkins-kroll Toyota on guam, submitted this concern to the maker of the system, who denied any responsibility because I used the truck to haul scuba diving equipment. We have subsequently engaged with atkins-kroll directly, and they have failed to fix the problem, claiming they need to consult with their headquarters to determine if this is covered under warranty. Meanwhile, my bumper has corroded through on the right side and separated from the frame. The majority of the corrosion is in the bumper and a crossbar at the rear of the truck bed. All the hardware in the bed has corroded as well, even though I fresh water rinse my truck bed every time after I haul dive gear (I have done this since purchasing the truck). There does not appear to be any appreciable corrosion beneath the forward portions of the bed, just the back. A fellow dive instructor with a 2005 Tacoma pre-runner experienced the same thing, and his bumper completely came off. I understand earlier Tacoma (I believe 1999-2004) were recalled for similar corrosion issues. I am convinced this corrosion is due to a materiel defect, a design flaw, or both but I have not been able to get conclusive action from the Toyota dealer to date. When I contacted Toyota's corporate headquarters they said they could not help me, that I had to work this out with the dealer. It is just not right and, more important, just not safe.

- Talofofo, GU, USA

On the 2007-2009 Toyota Tacoma pre runner, the rear leaf springs are very weak and when small loads are placed on truck, the rear end bottoms out violently. Causing potential loss of control of the vehicle. Toyota has issued a technical service bulletin but not a safety recall this is a poor unsafe feature. And should be repaired by Toyota on all noted trucks via safety recall.

- Carlsbad, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma which was purchased brand new. He stated that while he was utilizing the 4-wheel drive and attempting to accelerate making either a left or right turn at any speed over 5 mph, the vehicle would jerk as if it was resistant to accelerating. When driving over any type of bump in the road, the vehicle would shake violently and would exhibit a banging noise similar to clanging metal. Upon startup, there was a buzzing noise coming from the vehicle. The dealer stated that they would have to remove the leaf spring and lubricate the components, unknown to the contact, in order to investigate the failure. There were no repairs made to the vehicle. There were no recalls. The failure mileage was under 15,000 and current was 62,340.

- Richmond, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle would vibrate excessively. While idling, the vehicle would dramatically jerk forward. The failures grew progressively worse when the brakes were applied. The dealer stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle; however, they replaced three tires. Immediately after the repair, the failure recurred and the vehicle stalled and then restarted immediately. He took the vehicle to a different dealer, but they would not perform an inspection. He filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 1,200 and current mileage was 15,631.

- Greeneville, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. While driving 5 mph, the vehicle frame bounces off the axle, however, the failure occurs at any speed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they could not find anything wrong. The contact received a second opinion from another mechanic and was informed that the rear springs and shock absorbers needed to be replaced and a wheel alignment performed. It will take approximately two months for a tsb to be issued for this failure. The VIN was unavailable. The current mileage was 9,543 and failure mileage was 3,000.

- Auburn, WA, USA

On March 24th I drove to a neighboring town about 120 miles away in my new toyo Tacoma 4X4 2007. I did my shopping, and every time I exited the vehicle I would smell the odor of burnt rubber. I would then inspect my tires (exterior) and there did not appear to be any problems. I drove home that evening okay, but when I arrived at home, I again smelled the burnt rubber odor. The next day, I used the truck off road to get a bundle of firewood (under 15 pounds). But, on my way over I had a blow out on the front driver's side tire. We took off the tire and found that the tire had wear marks on the inside of the tire caused by protruding metal off of the A-frame. We changed the tire and put on the spare. I returned home, and became concerned. I took a look at the other passenger side tire and also noticed that there was also a protruding piece of metal also beginning to tear into the right tire. I called the dealership where I purchased my vehicle, and they advised me to get the truck into the shop to have their technicians take a look at the matter. I am a little concerned, being that I have no spare tire, and my nearest Toyota dealership is 120 miles away one way. But, all in all, I think the defect is in the A-frame, where a piece of metal was overlooked in being grinded down before complete assembly. This defect could have caused some major damage and injury, luckily, I usually drive under 60 mph. I hope more people that do purchase a 4X4 toyo Tacoma take a good look at their front suspension A-frame before purchase, so they themselves don't have a blow out. I plan on getting my truck to the toyo dealership as soon as possible.

- Keams Canyon, AZ, USA