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The driver's side front frame has rotted out disconnecting the mount for the anti-roll bar. This has happened despite several reports to the dealership going back many years that the frame was rusting rapidly which, upon examination, they said that it was OK. They did apply a coating which might have delayed the process a bit but ultimately resolved nothing. For trucks that had perforated frames during the first few years, they replaced the frame. I tried to take care of mine, but it has finally failed and they say the replacement program is over. They are unwilling to provide even the necessary frame section and mounting bracket for the sway bar (~$545) for the frame shop to install %(2120).This vehicle has less than 98,000 miles on it and is used for short trips performing farmette duties. Frame failure can cause catastrophic accidents and should not be ignored by the manufacturer regardless of age. They know they used bad steel and should act accordingly. My action has been delayed by storm damage to frame shop which didn't reopen until December.
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that he was informed at the State Inspection facility that the entire sub-frame of the vehicle was severely corroded. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they could not assist as the vehicle was not included in a recall related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 148,518.
This vehicle was purchased as a certified used vehicle from Johnston Toyota. It was recalled by Toyota for a rust problem. In October 2014 the vehicle was treated by the dealer (Johnston Toyota) with a rust inhibiting compound due to the rust problem. Approximately 1-2 years ago this vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who stated that the vehicle was badly rusted, and he believed that Toyota had a program to address this issue. I spoke to the Toyota service department and I was told that this vehicle is not covered. Approximately 2 weeks ago an independent mechanic advised the rust problem is extensive and the vehicle will be unsafe to operate. Although Toyota advises that this is a widespread problem for this type vehicle, they refuse to address it. Furthermore, when I asked them why the rust inhibiting compound they used to correct the problem did not solve the issue, they further refuse to respond.
I seen that Toyota were recalled for the frame issues on 2004 and up, mine is 2005 tundra with frame issues, like it-€™s sad, such a nice truck, but frame is horrible. Why is mine not being shown as recalled, but yet I have frame problems" I got my truck from a 1 owner who had it since new, it just hit 100,000 miles on it, it was serviced by Toyota dealership, I-€™m not sure why they didn-€™t do nothing with it over the years to help or fix the rust issue on the frame. It-€™s not just a little rusty, it-€™s really rusty, and it was garage kept too. Did they forget to include my vin number when they started the recalls" Doesn-€™t make sense why they would fix some and not all, all around the same years. Thanks Jim
The frame has several holes in it. Toyota said they did the corrosion prevension on it and said the repair is out of warranty. The sway bar has broken free of the frame and there are several hole and flaking spots on the frame.
I purchased a 2005 Toyota Tundra unaware of the wide-spread rust issues this model from Toyota is suffering. The vehicle came with an inspection sticker from the dealer so it was well past the dealer's warranty window to do anything about this once I found out about the issue. The vehicle was purchased in Maine and was sold to me in New York. I was informed by my mechanic that there are 4 serious rust issues present on the vehicle that prevent it from passing inspection. 1) a large several square inch perforation in the center of the frame member 2) "pancaking" present on a large section of the frame 3) a large perforation in one of the frame's cross members 4) a significantly rusted body mount somehow, only model years 2000-2003 were recalled for the Tundra by Toyota, as if the rest of the gen 1 Tundra didn't have the exact same frame part number. Worse yet, I registered on Toyota.com and found that the previous owner requested a frame replacement 60,000 miles ago in 2014. Toyota did nothing and instead applied a "crc" or corrosion resistant compound to the truck. Based on what I've read online the application of this coating this can make your truck ineligible for the recall service this issue effectively totals the truck as it won't pass a safety inspection without rectifying this issue. I am in quite an unfortunate situation as a result as this is my only vehicle.
2005 Tundra frame is rusted in many places. Very bad where frame sections meet and now the frame is rusting through the main horizonal frame itself as the attached picture indicates. This has been an ongoing issue for years but is bad enough now that it is not safe and will not pass inspection. I know there was a recall on this frame and I was told it was ok when I brought it in for the recall. I T has been rusting ever sense. We have only purchased Toyota and Lexus vehicles for the last 20 or more years and this is the third truck rust has totaled. Please help
Limited service campaign dsd 2004-11006 Tundra frame inspection. I bought an 05 Tundra last year. Called Toyota and they said this recall is over. My frame needs repairing. They are not helping. Do I have any recourse?
While driving down the road my spare tire mount failed do to rust corrosion causing my spare tire to fall off of my vehicle. Upon inspection the entire rear frame as well as parts of the front are corroded and flaking chunks of metal off. This rusting also affects suspension mounts and the entirety of the rear axle.
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that when the vehicle was inspected, he learned that the vehicle was severely rusted. The contact contacted dch auto group (955 U.S. 9, South amboy, NJ 08879; (877) 324-2886) who informed the contact that parts of the vehicle had rusted through and the vehicle was not safe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and opened case. The approximate failure mileage was 193,000.
I purchased truck 2 years ago with a inspection sticker good for 5 or 6 months. When inspection was due I brought it into have it inspected. It wouldn't pass inspection do to the advanced state of corrosion. I was told that there was recall for frame replacement due to this problem and all these trucks are rusting out and many still on rd putting lives in jeopardy as thousands are unsafe going down highways. I brought it into berlin Toyota in portland me on riverside dr. They brought me truck in and did the inspection and agreed frame was not safe. They said my truck had too many miles on it. I asked about this same Toyota that they bought back from a customer with over a million miles on it original drive train and they have bragged that these truck go more than a million miles if maintained properly. They kept trying to talk me into buying a new truck and were adamant about my miles being too high. 220,009 miles plus or minus this was just over a year ago. I explained to them that I still owed close to 10,000 for this vehical and that they needed to stand behind it. Well left empty handed and went back to my mechanic amd told him what was said. He informed me that that was ridiculous because he had a customer come in last week that just had their frame replaced at 300,000 miles and im just getting blown off by them. A year later amd I cant even get Toyota to respond. They keep sending me recall info about airbag recall but won't acknowledge the frame recall. About two weeks ago my mechanic called me to see if they replaced my frame yet and told him no. He said that really strange because he's had 3 customers over past 6 months with same truck same year amd they were able to get their frames replaced by Toyota and their mileage was around the same with the exception of one being almost 290,000. Im a single parent with children and im making payments on this.
Frame underneath at sway bar and surrounding area is rusted out. It could be a huge safety hazard. This is on the recall list. I am requesting this be fixed.
Took vehicle for inspection and was informed that the frame was rotted out. I know this is common with some of Toyota vehicles and they have had recalls but not on my vehicle. Vehicle only has 59000 miles on it. Toyota was of no help. Basically told me tough luck. Toyota dealership also of no help. Not even willing to give me anything toward new vehicle.
2005 Tundra with major frame rust. Took it in during the original recall where they sprayed the frame with a "rust preventative coating" which fell off in a year. The frame is now dangerously rusty and Toyota refuses to do anything more. Toyota needs to be held responsible for replacing all of the affected frames, not just the ones that didn't pass their "inspection" back when the original recall happened. The rust through problem is a very well known issue and there are thousands of Tundra and Tacoma on the road that are dangerously rusty because of Toyota's faithless response to the problem. Toyota needs to be forced to replace the remaining frames that were part of the recall.
I recently purchased this 2005 Tundra and later found out that the frame of the vehicle was massively rusted and will need to be replaced. This vehicle was part of the Toyota frame recall but was never replaced and after contacting Toyota they are telling me that they will not replace the frame. Toyota said the frame was 'treated' in 2015 and that should've taken care of any issues. Given the photos this rust has been building for years. This vehicle is not only dangerous to drive but is effectively useless. Considering it only has 77,000 miles on it this level of rust should not be present.
The vehicle will not pass inspection due to frame for. The body and engine are in great condition for the age. An undercoating was applied but did not prevent the rust from spreading. Toyota has replaced many frames for this same reason and should include the '04-'06 model years to ensure all owners of trucks with faulty frames are safe.
My 2005 Toyota Tundra the frame has rotted through behind the front tire on the driver side. The vehicle will not pass a New York state inspection. Toyota extended the warranty until 2015 in 2014. They know there's a problem with these vehicles but currently they refuse to address. The vehicle is not safe to drive in its present condition. There appears to be a lot of Toyota vehicles with similar problems that the manufacturer is refusing to address.
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