Frame And Members problems of the 1999 Toyota 4Runner

Tl the contact owns a 1999 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the rear frame was cracked and rotted. The stability of the frame was tarnishing and weakened the support for the rear of the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was taken to a welding shop to be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 281,000. The VIN was unknown.

The contact owns a 1999 Toyota four runner. The contact stated that the vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who discovered that the sub frame of the vehicle had rusted in two separate locations near the passenger side rear wheel area. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect but no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 128,000. . . . . Updated 08/05/14 updated 08/19/2014.

The frame on my 4runner shows excessive rust especially at the welded joints and where the suspension attaches. There must be some kind of recall for this considering the body looks great and the frame isn't.

March 6, 2011: 99 Toyota 4runner: I noticed my 4runner pictching on highway even at low speeds for several weeks. After I brought into Toyota they informed that the vehicle was extremely unsafe - rear end differential housing had become detached from frame on rear passanger side - right rear axle close to complete failure - Toyota stated it was too dangersous to drive. Severe rust on the structural and suspension components is excessive. Also large holes in differential housing causing fluid leakage. Toyota stated they could find used parts, including suspension bracket & entire replacement of differential housing & sway bar components - would cost up to $3000 to repair at my cost. Another option is to find a mechanic to weld & repair suspension brackets. The rear transfer case is so thin that oil is leaking through rust holes. Frame rails & entire undercarriage also severely rusted & deteriorated, including entire disintegration of the rear bumper with the front bumper having massive rust holes.

The contact owns a 1999 Toyota 4runner. While examining the vehicle the contact noticed rust and a hole near the driver side front frame. The vehicle has not been diagnosed and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 194000.

The contact owns a 1999 Toyota 4 runner. The contact noticed that the rear axle drive train area was exhibiting severe rust. Prior to noticing the rust, the contact stated there was a leak of unknown fluid from the rear axle. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 175,000.

Our 1999 4runner recently went to the dealer for an inspection, where we learned that the frame on the truck would not pass inspection because there are softball size holes in it. The truck is not safe to drive as a result. There has been a similar issue on the tundra frames, which were part of a buy back program from Toyota. We were told we could have a new frame put on, but it would cost more than the truck is worth and the truck wouldn't be the same again. Our Toyota dealer has given us a phone number (and we have a claim number) for Toyota and we have made our case with them, but no action has been taken and the dealer has basically said there is nothing further he can do.

1999 Toyota 4-runner- I noticed the rear end swaying wildly at even low speeds. I notices that the rear end had become detached from frame. I went to a professional welder who had previously done some work for me. He said that the frame components were so badly deteriorated that nothing could be done. I went to steet Toyota in utica n. Y. , and they told me that my vehicle would cost over $15,000 to repair. The frame and components were indeed defective, but I had no recourse.

The contact owns a 1999 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that there is a hole in the box frame of the vehicle due to the construction of the frame. Water seeps in through the frame, causing it to rust from the inside out. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance and they informed her of the failure. The vehicle was diagnosed by two repair shops and they both confirmed that the failure was due to the design of the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 143,000. Updated 09/29/08. Updated 09/29/08.

Rust on the structural and suspension components is excessive. I have had welding done to repair suspension brackets. The rear transfer case is so thin that oil is leaking through rust holes.