Structure Problems of Toyota Pickup

Toyota Pickup owners have reported 11 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's frame rust (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Toyota Pickup

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
4
Frame Rust problems
4
Underbody Shield problems
2
Door problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Toyota Pickup

The Body problem

The contact owns a 1994 Toyota Pickup. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine maintenance when he was advised that the frame became bent when the vehicle was placed on the mechanical lift.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

The contact owns a 1994 Toyota Pickup. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise and was difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the entire frame was rusted and the vehicle was unsafe to drive.   Read details...

The Underbody Shield problem

Took my 1992 Toyota truck in for service while on the lift they noticed that the frame near the leaf spring was rusted through. It was large enough to put your arm through it and they said it was not safe to drive. It is great little truck other than this.   Read details...

The Door problem

When driving at highway speeds, all the door ajar lights and the door lights come on. Electric door locks opened, and the transmission is slipping intermittently in first and second gear. The vehicle is shifting hard. Dealer is aware of the problem.   Read details...




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