Frame rusted to the point of being non-repairable and unsafe to drive.

- Watson, IL, USA

A few years ago my truck was recalled for rust of the frame. I took it to the dealer and they decided it was fine and spray coated the bottom of the truck as a remedy for the recall work, where other trucks were given new frames. In my state inspection this month I was advised that there was substantial rust problems (holes) on the frame in the front upper part of the frame, just 10,000 miles since the recall remedy was done. The dealer tells me they can do nothing, it is a Toyota problem, Toyota tells me it is a dealer issue since they already "repaired" the vehicle under the recall. The work they performed under the recall was not sufficient to make their trucks safe, and I believe another recall must be done and the frames need to be replaced as this is an unsafe situation both to myself and others on the road.

- Wayne, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While the vehicle was undergoing recall repairs for NHTSA campaign number: 15V286000 (air bags) at galaxy Toyota (750 NJ 30, eatontown, NJ 07724), the technician diagnosed that the front of the frame was completely rusted. The technician stated that the failure was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The contact was instructed to sign a waver, noting that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 295,000.

- Ocean, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. The contact received a "bxd" recall in 2014 for severe frame corrosion inspection. The NHTSA campaign number was not provided. The vehicle was taken to the harr Toyota dealer, located at 100 gold star blvd, worcester MA 01606, where the technician inspected the vehicle and sprayed a rust resistant compound on the frame. The contact stated that the spray started to flake off within a short time. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the technician stated that the flaking was normal and took pictures of the failure. The contact called noxudol, the spray manufacturer, at (301)-972-0860 and was informed that the flaking was not normal. The vehicle was taken to westboro Toyota, located at 271 turnpike rd, westborough, MA, 01581, where the technician performed a thorough inspection of the undercarriage and found holes and rust in the front passenger side and rear driver side of the frame. The manufacturer (Toyota) was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The contact was provided a case number. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 70,833.

- Holden, MA, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While driving 2 mph, the spare tire fell from under the vehicle. The contact noticed that the spare tire retaining plate was rusted and corroded, but no other rust was noticed on the undercarriage of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing and repairs. The local dealer (lee Toyota, 115 main St, topsham, me 04086, (207) 729-3358) was contacted about the repair cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that there were no open recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000. The VIN was not available.

- Georgetown, ME, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While undergoing routine maintenance, the technician stated that the frame was severely rusted and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was taken to pearson Toyota (12978 jefferson ave, newport news, va 23608, (757) 874-6000) where it was diagnosed that the frame was in poor condition and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was repaired in 2012 per a manufacturer recall for frame rust in which an anti-corrosive agent was sprayed onto the frame. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 137,430. The consumer requested an update.

- Newport News, VA, USA

Entire frame has severe rust despite anti-rust/corrosion inhibitor applied in 2010-2012. Small holes are now present in frame and the vehicle only has 108K miles. Recently, the power steering rack and pinion had to be replaced, as it rusted out. The technician noticed rust on other suspension components, indicating that rust had made the system weak and brittle. Copious amounts of corrosion inhibitor has now made it almost impossible to obtain a correct alignment. The rusted frame will soon, if not already, diminish the vehicle's safety. Toyota instituted a frame recall circa 2010 for just this issue. Somehow this VIN was omitted. The corrosion inhibitor has proved ineffective. I am requesting that NHTSA demand Toyota institute another recall for the excluded vins. These omitted Tundra, in their current poor frame condition, present a hazard to drivers and other motorists and must be repaired.

- Haymarket, VA, USA

I recently purchased my vehicle from a auto dealer and a few months after the purchase I noticed the frame was rotted. I took it back to the dealer and they would not replace the parts. I went to Toyota who states that they will not do anything either my truck is not safe to drive on any road for myself or other drivers.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the passenger side of the dashboard's air bag cover melted and was sticky to the touch. The contact stated that, in the past, there was an unidentifiable odor coming from that area. The vehicle was taken to darcars Toyota frederick (5293 buckeystown pike, frederick, md 21704 (301) 696-6300). But the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The dealer took pictures and sent them to a local Toyota representative for darcars. The contact mentioned he was afraid to drive the vehicle due to sun glare and was unsure if the passenger side air bag was safe. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and did not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

- Frederick, MD, USA

Purchased my 2003 Toyota Tundra in May 2016, shortly after I purchased it I noticed that the frame was rotting in the front on both sides, I contacted the dealer I bought it from crazy jims in milwaukee which was absolutely no help. He applied a undercoat but didn't do a very good job as it has already worn off. I then contacted Toyota thinking they would do something they opened a claim number which resulted in absolutely nothing being done. I am appalled that Toyota will not stand behind their product, I know that the truck is not new but Toyota is known for the quality and durability of their vehicles. I have spoken to several mechanics and many of my friends and family and they cannot believe that the Toyota manufacturer would allow a unsafe vehicle to be driven on the roads and highways. I drive myself and my children in this vehicle and I feel this should be covered by the dealer it is unsafe to drive but unfortunately I have no other vehicle to drive in and no funds to purchase a new one as I am still paying the loan on this one. Please help me.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

Excessive rusting of frame on 2003 Tundra, car was taken multiple times to dealership, issue was not fixed at all....I have contacted Toyota but have gotten the run around. Please advise.

- Pikesville, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While driving unknown speeds. The vehicle began to sway. Additionally, the frame was rusted and chunks of the frame was detached. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and opened case number: 1710030430. No further assistance was offered. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 135,000. Consumer stated called Toyota directly to inform them of issue of frame being cracked in several places. This was detected NY my mechanic who is certified and has his own repair facility. He indicated frame will not last another year. Toyota denied consumer any claim due to a re-call which the consumer was never notified. VIN is invalid updated 7/25/18

- New Berlin, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed that the frame was rusted from the inside out and contained holes. The contact stated that the frame was undercoated for rust and corrosion on July 12, 2012. Heritage Toyota in burlington, Vermont discovered the severe frame rust and stated that the contact would have to pay for a new frame. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the frame was undercoated, which is what they were required to do. The manufacturer also stated that the vehicle was out of mileage warranty coverage. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000....updated 10/23/17

- Johnson, VT, USA

Spare tire retainer failed due to rust and tire fell off while the vehicle was in motion

- Welcome, MD, USA

The frame is rusting apart will not pass state inspection.

- Huntington, WV, USA

Truck has 98K miles. Brought in 2003 new. Took good care of it. Had a recall on frame corrosion and have it recoated in 2011. Took the truck in to mechanic for non frame related issue. The truck frame broke dead center (between the truck and the bed area) while on the lift (thankfully no one got hurt). I called Toyota and they are telling me they took care of my truck with the re-coat. It is at owners expense to fix it. They are not admitting their recall was not effective in fixing the underlying issue. This is well know flaw in their design. Even the local dealership told me he had couple broke the same way while on their lift. I am totally disappointed with Toyota. I brought the truck for Toyota's reliability, but I was wrong. Having a truck frame broke less than 100K miles is like having someone died at age 25. Totally unacceptable.

- Vicksburg, MI, USA

Driving and made a left turn when the right front wheel went flying and the truck started swirving in circles. And caused a major damage in which the dealer doesnt want to respond.

- Lucerne Valley, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tundra. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact recognized multiple holes in the subframe. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.

- West Yarmouth, MA, USA

In May 2016, I purchased a 2003 Toyota Tundra from a used car dealer. In October, as I was changing the oil, I noticed a rust hole in the front section of the frame and as I further inspected, there were rust holes and cracks in the front section of the frame. I checked the passenger side and found the same problem. I went to my local Toyota dealer and they informed me that the recall had expired in 2012. I then contacted Toyota headquarters and they reviewed my case and sent it to a case manager. The case manager contacted me 2 days later and said there was nothing they could do because it was a warranty issue and it had expired. This is troubling to comprehend because a co-worker of mine who owns a 2001 Toyota truck had his frame replaced, no questions asked, in 2015. I find this extremely troubling because this is a safety issue that could lead to potentially injuring myself and my family if the frame were to further crack or split. Toyota states that they "want our customers to have a great ownership experience, so we are pleased to resolve litigation in a way that benefits them and demonstrates that we stand behind the quality and reliability of our vehicles." I find this hard to believe considering they are not willing to resolve my safety issues and concerns.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

In June of 2012 I took my Tundra to have the frame campaign performed, in January of 2013 I contacted Toyota stating the frame / corrosion recall was not performed properly and I felt the frame needed to be replaced as there was a lot of rust. They contacted the dealer I took it back and they reinspected the frame and I was told it was no rust found. A few months after this I would be driving and I would hit a bump and end up in the next lane. I took it to work and put the vehicle on a lift and found the steering rack mount cracked at the frame. I welded it back together. About a month ago the same thing the frame where the rack mounts cracked in another spot so this time I need to take L angle steel and weld in place. On 3/4/ 2016 I decided I was going to go back and undercoat my frame correctly. At this time I have found holes in my frame exactly where the points of the frame that the recall falls under. Toyota has stated they are not going to offer any assistance

- Dundalk, MD, USA