Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 2000 Toyota 4Runner.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
Vehicle was taken to dealer for scheduled 95k mile service. I was contacted by the dealer and told that teh vehicle was "not worth working on because the entire frame is rotted and this is a safety hazard. The vehicle should not be driven". The vehicla has been well maintained and is excelent condition in all other aspects. I see many instances of this happen in other on-line sites. Toyota has recalled oother vehicles in eth same model year (2000 tundra) for a similar problem yet this one has been ignored.
I hit a pot hole traveling at 25 mph and broke the frame of my 2000 4runner. I brought the car to my mechanic and he said the frame has rusted from the inside out and is non-repairable and was very dangerous to be driving. The truck is in otherwise good condition mechanically and the body has no rust.
Pass side rear frame rusted through!.
I am writing to report a defect in the frame of my 2000 Toyota 4runner. The frame exhibits extensive rusting. The frame has holes and has separated along the bottom weld. Toyota has declared the vehicle to be unsafe to operate, yet will do nothing to compensate for or correct the problem.
The frame is rusted/corroded through in multiple places where important parts are attached. I was told by the mechanic that it is not safe to drive, however it is my only form of transportation.
I own a 2000 Toyota 4runner. I have noticed my frame near the rear suspension is so severely rotted that the frame will need to be cut and re-welded or replaced all together. There are multiple holes 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 a dealer for routine maintenance recently and they informed me as well of the extensive rusting. I was told that this is and will be a major safety issue. The vehicle was later taken to two repair shops and they both confirmed that the failure was due to the design of frame. The rest of the 4runner is in perfect condition with no surface rust, rot or other blemishes. However, below the vehicle the frame is rusted extensively.
Removed muffler to replace, found holes in frame on the inboard side and bracket securing rearend in place rotted 1/2 way around where it secures to the frame at the weld connection , so the bracket is 1/2 disconnected from frame no outward signs showing on the truck . . . . . There are no rust spots or rot showing on the body at all . . . . Small rust stains showing on the rear bumper only . . . . I have digital pictures of problem and have filed a complaint with Toyota their response was "it's out of warranty".
Tl- the contact owns a 2000 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be started. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 142,130 and the current mileage 144,133. Kmj.