Frame And Members Problems of Toyota 4Runner - part 2

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. The source of the worst rusting appears to be condensation from the ac unit dripping onto the frame and running along it. Toyota has declared the vehicle to be unsafe to operate, yet will do nothing to compensate for or correct the problem.

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We own a 2000 Toyota 4 runner whose frame has corroded to the point that a Toyota dealer and an independent (second opinion) vehicle repair shop advised that it was and had been completely unsafe to drive. My son, who drove it 600 miles to college, was put in serious danger. We took a total loss on the car after having had it dealer serviced since buying it new in 2000. This is a safety issue according to the Toyota dealer. It is precisely the issue Toyota faced with the tacoma and tundra models, which they recalled and stood behind through repairs/replacement/dollar credits. We and the dealer contacted Toyota directly several times and the company refuses to stand behind the 4runner with the same frame corrosion problem as those models.

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated the vehicle was taken for routine inspection when he was informed by the technician that the vehicle exhibited rust and holes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The current and failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

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.

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Heard a noise in back of car. . Got my tires rotated, while up on the rack I noticed the back passenger bracket that holds my axel on was rotted in half, called Toyota, made an appointment with local Toyota garage. They told me it was not safe to drive! axel could fall off, could lose breaks, drive shaft could fall out plus there is a hole in my frame. Frame rot again! would not do anything about it, told me there is no recall on this yet! they deemed it unsafe to drive. . . What the[xxx]?? information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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.

2000 4runner limited rusting on body with 66,000 miles. Frame and underside also rusting. Live in utah, they use salt on the roads.

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.

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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.

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.

I'm the original owner of a 2000 Toyota 4 runner SUV which is the non-truck version of the tacoma which is currently being investigated by NHTSA for rust and corrosion problems. Since the 4 runner and tacoma are built the same, except one is a truck and the other a SUV, isn't there the same problem of rust and corrosion? one example is that the spare tire is located in the same place on both types of vehicles!.

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota 4runner. The vehicle was parked when the contact noticed the entire frame under the vehicle was severely rusted. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 130,000.

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.

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 2004 Toyota 4 runner. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for a state inspection. The technician observed frame perforation due to severe rust corrosion. As a result, the vehicle failed inspection because of the frame. There were no warnings prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a structure body welder shop for a second opinion and the technician stated that the frame had excessive blisters. The technician did not recommend that the frame be repaired because the failure would recur within a year. The failure mileage was 61,980 and current mileage was 62,400.

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The contact owns a 1996 Toyota 4 runner. The contact stated that the rear bumper and frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was taken for inspection where the inspector stated that the frame was severely corroded and exhibited many holes in the midsection. The vehicle was unable to pass inspection and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted in regards to the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

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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.

When on a long highway trip on the weekend of June 7, 2008, my husband noticed black spots on the rear window of our 2001 Toyota 4runner (121,000 miles). He cleaned it off to see if it returned as we resumed our journey. When we next stopped several hundred miles later, the black spots were on the entire rear of the vehicle. My husband checked beneath the rear of the vehicle and saw transmission fluid dripping out of the differential. We then took the vehicle to a mechanic who reported that the rear axle housing was completely corroded to the point of failure, and that it was beyond repair, and that he hadn't ever seen this on a car of this age and mileage. He informed us that Toyota has recently recalled tacoma vehicles from the same year for similar corrosion problems. We contacted Toyota and they said there was nothing they could do for us. We are left with a vehicle that is beyond repair that we are unable to sell, and we have maintained it in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines. Please help. The consumer was informed the entire rear axle including the axle, differential, brakes, and exhaust system were corroded beyond repair. Updated 08/27/08.

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Severe under carriage rust,excessive corrosion of alloy rims ,all 5 wheels.

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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.

Design of vehicle does not allow for the installation of inside teather strap.

Rear panel adjust rod failed. Mjs.

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