Three problems related to frame rust have been reported for the 1998 Toyota T100. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Owned since 2003, the truck has only 140,000 miles, but my mechanic advises that frame is badly rusted and is unsafe to drive. I've learned this is a common issue and that Toyota has an active recall. Rear bumper has also rusted through. I need advice on how to proceed. Vehicle is parked at my residence.
The body to frame mount has rusted away breaking three parts of the frame. The top of the frame is the only part holding the truck together, causing a safety hazard which resulted in not being able to pass state inspection.
1998 Toyota T100 rusted frame issues. Filed a complaint to Toyota, had frame inspected by gene reed and failed. But corporate refused to address issue even though they did for the sister trucks with similar parts the tacoma and tundra. Dealer said vehicle is not safe, told the corporate office it was not safe and Toyota even refused to investigate saying they were not addressing any issues on the sister truck.
| Frame Rust problems | |
| Body problems |