Frame And Members problems of the 1997 Toyota 4Runner

1997 Toyota 4runner frame rotting out. There is a recall on the 1997 Toyota tacomas for the same reason, the 4runner has the same frame and has the same problem. Toyota refuses to add the 4runner to the recall or fix the defective frames. My 4runner is in excellent shape except the frame is rotting through in several locations. These 4runners should be recalled the same as the tacomas to fix the defect.

Frame on a 1997 Toyota 4runner rotting out. Vehicle no longer road worthy and will not take a sticker. Have been a Toyota man my whole life but this makes me think twice about ever purchasing another one. Is Toyota going to go good on this? funny how the tacoma was recalled but not the 4runner! same frame? I would have to guess yes. . .

The sub-frame of my Toyota 4runner SUV has rusted beyond repair. The suspension box has rusted free from the frame rail. The vehicle has been rendered unsafe and cannot be driven. Toyota wants $3,000 + labor to replace the frame. This is the same sub-frame Toyota is currently replacing on their 1995 - 2010 tacoma pickup trucks at the company's expense. My sub-frame has the same type and depth of rust damage as the tacoma trucks. Toyota should be replacing these sub-frames on their SUV's as well as their tacoma trucks.

1997 Toyota 4runner frame rotting out. There is a recall on the 1997 Toyota tacomas for the same reason, the 4runner has the same frame and has the same problem. Toyota refuses to add the 4runner to the recall or fix the defective frames. My 4runner is in excellent shape except the frame is rotting through in several locations. These 4runners should be recalled the same as the tacomas to fix the defect.

The contact owns a 1997 Toyota 4runner. On August 5 2009, while driving approximately 55 mph he heard a noise and observed that the frame broke. The dealer stated that the left tie rod corroded and broke in half which caused the frame to fall off of the vehicle. The dealer also stated that the frame is not repairable. The manufacturer confirmed that there was no existing recall and will not offer any assistance. The failure and the current mileages were 190,000.

When the consumer adjusted the driver 's side seat, it collapsed from the bottom, and the main bolt sheared off. The consumer contacted the dealer. The weld was defective and the metal was very thin. The consumer requested reimbursement.