Body problems of the 2001 Toyota 4Runner

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that he noticed a swaying while driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who stated that the sub frame was severely rusted between the sway bar and the differential. The certified mechanic referred the contact to the dealer. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the sub frame needed to be replaced. The dealer was concerned that the job was too extensive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the NHTSA for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000.

The frame of my 2001 Toyota 4runner is rusted to the point that you can break some of it off in our hand. Recently took my vehicle in for an oil change and was told that it would not pass inspection in its current condition. This required welding to some sections in order to keep driving. The welding will only keep me on the road for now but the overall condition of the frame is very deteriorated. The vehicle has over 205,000 miles on it but has been garage kept and maintained to all other standards. The auto shop said that the vehicle should not rust this much. I called Toyota national headquarters and they said that the year and model was not included in any recalls. I need this car so I had the garage repair the immediate safety concern. This was discovered by the technician conducting the oil change. The images attached were after the work as they had to grind out the rusted sections and replace with welded steel.

Purchased vehicle took for mass inspection and failed due to rotted frame was told not road worthy and unsafe to drive called Toyota they would not assist on repair vehicle has 145k miles on now vehicle dots on my driveway older gentleman I purchased from will not assist either spent $4k need assistance if possible please and thanks.

First there were 3 recalls 1. 135468 2. 135469 and 3. 135469 dating back to 2005 that I was never notified of and I have a very bad corrugated metal bumpers and when I drive my vehicle and I hit a bump or something in the road it feels like my car is going to turn over. I had the shocks replaced and it hasn't helped.

Tl the contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the entire frame of the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to northway Toyota (727 new loudon rd, latham, NY 12110, (888) 885-1583) and the contact was informed that there was no recall to cover the repair. The manufacturer echoed the dealer's statement and issued case number: 1809211044. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000.

The frame on my 2001 rotted very quickly from the inside out. It is the same exact frame used on the tacoma (which was recalled) and on the 2002 4runner, which is currently under investigation. If I didn't get the necessary frame repairs it easily could have cracked in half when on the road. The main areas of rot are located at the rear control arm (which I had professionally repaired), and up front near the suspension and axle. My brothers 1997 4runner axle and suspension completely fell apart when he was driving on the road. He was lucky to not be on the highway. Someone definitely needs to look into this issue. I purchased the vehicle from the south four years ago (2014) with a spotless rock hard frame. Four years later the rear control arm areas mentioned above completely rotted through. This should not happen! I love my 4runner, but I can't believe how these truck frames weren't recalled along with the tacoma frames. It is the same exact frame. . .

Frame of vehicle has severe rust damage throughout, told by state safety inspector that it is beyond repair. Appears to have occurred slowly over the course of many years.

Tl - the contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4 runner the contact inquired about. The contact stated that the check engine illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent (joel's auto technology:118 s delsea dr, glassboro, NJ 08028) where the technician informed the contact that the knock sensors need to be replaced. The technician also informed the contact that he would not advise driving the vehicle due to the frame of the vehicle had rusted out. The VIN search revealed no recalls associated with the VIN. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 256,518 nb.

I was driving my truck on a city street in brooklyn, new york ( flatbush Ave) when I suddenly smelled smoke followed by fire coming from the hood. I did not hit any bump and was not involved in any accident. By the time the fire department came, the entire front compartment of the truck was on fire.

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. While driving 40 mph, the frame failed without warning and caused the vehicle to wobble. The vehicle was driven home where it was pieced back together. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for maintenance. The mechanic noticed severe rust under the vehicle and pieces of metal falling out by chunks, including the frame. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, the contact was informed that the rear passenger side subframe displayed excessive corrosion. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe and should not be driven. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,063.

The frame is rotting and the 4runner is unsafe.

While changing my oil, I noticed a few nice size holes in the frame, in front and besides the muffler. I wondering is it safe for me and my family to drive on a regular basis.

Massive rust and deterioration along inside panel of frame on passenger side revealed once exhaust system was removed for replacement. Deteriorated section was about 24" long from rear axle mount to center stabilizer bar. Unknown deterioration on driver side due to location of fuel tank.

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. While performing an oil change, the technician noticed that the rear passenger side of the frame was completely corroded. The technician stated that the frame had to either be re-welded or replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 160,000.

The gram has rust perforation in which the left rear control arm has separated from the frame. While I was driving a heard a pop and started to lose proper control in steering vehicle.

Massive rust corrosion and pieces breaking away located underneath entire vehicle. The rust with breakage has intensified greatly in the last couple of years and required welding this year to pass inspection because the vehicle was unsafe. The welding consisted of welding the frame rail where the rear suspension mounts and a new bracket had to be welded on the axle housing that holds an upper rear strut rod because it rusted off. Both were on the passenger side of vehicle. This vehicle only has 101,000 miles and is washed and waxed on a regular basis.

Vehicle frame corrosion/rot. . Bad frame (just like the tacoma I had recalled due to bad frame).

My 2001 Toyota 4 runner was up on the lift for regular oil change. A service tech brought me to the service bay and informed me of a considerable amount of rust failure of the frame. Not surface rust, but rust that is causing the frame to separate causing visible cracks to appear. He advised me of the potential danger. He advised me that Toyota has addressed this issue on tundra's, tacoma's and sequoia's but offers no relief for 4runner owners. The vehicle has 137,000 miles on it. My guess was that I had another 20-30,000 more to go as it doesn't travel many miles on a daily basis. Seems hard to reason that Toyota has had replacement plans in place for other models with the same problem but not for the 4runner.

Since I got the car, the ignition key does not get in properly and sometimes does not start the car. The movement of the wheel helps sometimes. There have also been leaking engine covers that needed to be replaced. The structure gets rusty and there is problem with transmission.

Tl-the contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken into a Toyota dealership to replace brake pads where the vehicle was diagnosed as having a rotted frame; corroded rust. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage 204507. Mc.

The body of my 2001 Toyota 4runner is completely rusted out. Recently, I brought the vehicle to a Toyota service center who suggested that the vehicle no longer be driven due to safety concerns associated with driving the 4runner in its current condition. I was told the frame was completely rusted through, compromising the integrity of the frame.

The chasis rusts and is damaged on the passenger side about 18 inches.

Tl-the contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the local mechanic for routine maintenance the subframe was found severely corroded and fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for further inspection the dealer advised that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 92,000. Li.

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the dealer found the suframe corroded in the fuel tank area while the front rotors and brake pads were being replaced. The frame was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 112,080.

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed on the vehicle, she was informed by an independent mechanic that due to the massive amount of corrosion to the frame, the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 125,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that he noticed the muffler making a loud noise when driving at various speeds. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the rear sub frame mount area was corroded and exhibited holes. The manufacture advised the contact that the vehicle was a canadian vehicle therefore it could not be repaired in the united states. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 229,000.

The front and rear bumpers on my 2001 Toyota 4runnder are completely rusted out (from the inside out). The rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. Never been in an accident. Anyone walking by the vehicle could accidentally brush by the bumpers and get cut from the jagged edges; also not sure what good they would do in case of any impact.

Hello, I own a 2001 4runner and the front and rear bumpers are rusting horribly with the front and rear bumpers actually having an hole all the way through. I have contacted Toyota directly on 2 occasions and they have refused to do anything. I have been patching with fiberglass but the rust continues. I live in massachusetts and every 2001 4runner that I see on the road has the same problem. This is a safety issue since the rust affects the integrity of the function of the bumpers in the event of a collision. Also, I cannot get an inspection sticker with holes in the bumpers. The cost to replace them is well over $1,300. From a visual inspection, large chunks will continue to rust off the inside of the bumpers during the next 6 months.

The 2001 Toyota 4 runner is rusting out. My son and I both have cut our self on the rear bumper. I needed stiches for my injury. I have a scar to remind me not to purchase another Toyota. The rust got so bad, I lost my bumper. When I looked under my vehicle at the frame, the entire bottom of the vehicle is riddled w/rust, including the frame. Called Toyota to see if I could at least get a safety inspection of my frame, they told me that my 01 4runner was not part of any recall and any inspection would cost me money.