Body problems of the 2002 Toyota Tacoma - part 1

Found hole in frame (chassis).

I went to get my 02 Tacoma tires balanced and was called and told that where the frame was cracked. Upon inspecting it myself the crack is where the manufacturer welded the frame together. I'm the 3rd owner of this vehicle and there original owner didn't get frame warranty recall done. Which led to it running out. Now Toyota corporate has a frame case number ( 230817000764 ) and was told that there's nothing that could be done until enough complaints about this case number reaches a certain number then they'll look into it.

The frame has prematurely rusted out causing a driving hazard.

The truck frame has completely rusted out and has snapped in half. Leaving my truck undriveable. Toyota had an extended warranty but only if you followed exact criteria. This is a big safter issue that should be recalled.

Truck was taken to dealer about 5 years ago or less for underbody spray and frame inspection "recall". Truck was cleared as safe. Today, tire shop informs me frame is unsafe to lift the car by, and proceeded to put his hand through the frame to show the severity of the issue. So I take the truck to my local dealer and ask them what can be done about it. They inform me that, this "program" ended in 2016. I read that 10mm holes in frame would issue a frame/car recall. There is no way there wasn't an issue less than 5 years ago. I believe this is negligence of the dealer in keeping people safe in this vehicle and on the highway.

The chassis of the vehicle is corroded, metal is exposed. Shocks bracket seems like it might break off. Concerned that vehicle will fail on the road.

Truck frame is rusted to the point the the vehicle is not usable. The problem has been confirmed by a local independent service center. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer. The first symptom was that the right rear shock became detached from the frame. When I brought the vehicle in to have the shock repaired they stated that there was not enough frame left in that area to re-attach the shock.

My frame in my 2002 Tacoma is almost fully rusted . I contacted Toyota and they are not willing to help even though they know that their trucks are rusting and that there was a previous recall set to replace the frame. Since I just got this truck form someone, I had no idea of the recall and of the rust . The car is no longer safe to drive at this point since it is about to break in half .

Frame failure due to corrosion: Toyota had placed a "warranty enhancement" to replace the frames because they weren't treated for corrosion but with an enhancement, it expires and did so in 2017. I just bought the truck and learned they have a safety recall for corrosion of the spare wheel compartment. This is the same issue. Why is the frame not a safety recall?? I have huge holes and large cracks along much of the frame and my mechanic tells me it's unsafe to drive. My fingers go through the side of the frame! my mechanic tells me based on the location of the corrosion in the front of the truck, the entire engine is in danger of falling out!! looking on the internet, this is a huge safety issue for Toyota trucks for 2002 and beyond. For many years this hasn't been addressed. The gov needs to demand a safety recall for this truck and all the others affected.

Tl the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear passenger side was lower than the other side. The contact managed to drive the vehicle to jeff wyler Toyota of clarksville (808 e lewis and clark pkwy, clarksville, in 47129, (812) 284-2277) where it was diagnosed that the rear frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 305,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. When the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an alternator and battery change, the technician stated that the frame was completely corroded and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact also stated that the fuel tank cover often popped open without warning. The contact stated that he received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The vehicle was taken to bill walsh Toyota (815-768-1962, located at 4000 n columbus street, ottawa, IL 61350) where the frame was coated. The dealer stated that the warranty was expired. The contact stated that there was no reminder about the warranty expiration. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the recall repair was performed and that the warranty expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion on the chassis and the frame had cracks on the passenger side from the front to the rear. Elmhurst Toyota (440 w lake st, elmhurst, IL 60126, (630) 279-2160) indicated that the vehicle was not safe to drive and that the entire frame and chassis needed to be replaced. The dealer and manufacturer indicated that there was no recall campaign to repair the vehicle. The failure mileage was not available.

I recently took my car to my mechanic and he informed me of a recall for my car made due to the rotting of the frame. I've had my daughter call Toyota, who's informed her that mails were sent to my home about the recall, which I have never received. I feel the condition of the frame in my car is a very dangerous hazard and I am not able to use this vehicle afraid of what might happen.

In 2012 we received a recall notice for this vehicles frame. We took the vehicle into the dealership and we were told everyhthing looks ok. No other action was performed on the vehicle. Yesterday we noticed a crack in the frame. The car is non driveable. We called the dealership and we were told this is now out of warranty. I called Toyota hq and they stated had it been sprayed - which was Toyotas direction on this recall, it may have prevented the rusting and cracking but since the dealer didn't do it, it is now out of anything anyone can do. I asked them if they would send me a copy of the directive given to the dealships on how to handle this recall and they said that is not something they could provide and they cannot take action against the dealership. Can you please help me with this? I feel that if the dealership had done the spraying as they had been instructed, we may not be in this situation today.

My mechanic told me that the above vehicle's fame is structurally unsafe. I share this truck with my 18 year old grandson. I would just like to know if I have any recall with Toyota before I proceed with either fixing it or junking it. It has 140,000 original miles and I believe I am the third owner. I live in the northeast.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while stationary, the frame of the vehicle was severely rusted and corroded. An independent mechanic assessed the vehicle and the frame fractured in half during the assessment. A dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the warranty coverage had expired on the vehicle on November 11, 2017. The failure mileage was 192,000. Ad.

Tl the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact took the vehicle to Toyota of portland (55 ne broadway st, portland, or 97232, (503) 284-1105) to be repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The contact was informed that the recall repair could not be performed due to excessive rust on the vehicle's frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 212,000.

I have a 2002 Tacoma and found the frame where the front part of the rear leaf spring has rusted through. The over load spring is holding the driver side rear of the vehicle up. This vehicle had 50,000 actual miles on it and there is noway that this should be happening.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic to be serviced due to excessive swaying when driving. The certified mechanic stated that the frame underneath the vehicle was corroded. The manufacturer stated that the recall was closed and the vehicle would not be repaired. The manufacturer opened case number: 1705200515. The approximate failure mileage was 183,000.

Excessive rust corrosion on the vehicle frame. Excessive rust corrosion to the point where there are actual holes in the main frame of the vehicle where the vehicles suspension attaches. The vehicle had been inspected for corrosion and under recall and had additional corrosion protection applied. I just noticed the holes in the frame on March 2, 2017 and wish to inquire if the vehicle falls under the extended frame warranty. Judging by the extent of rust and damage to the vehicles frame, I feel confident stating that the damage happened several months to a year ago.

I went to have my tires rotated. When they raised the truck on the lift the frame broke on both sides of the truck near the bed. The entire bed of the truck fell backwards. The frame was completely rusted through. I had owned the truck for four years and never received a notice from Toyota that this might be an issue. I called Toyota and they admitted that there was an issue with the frame but my vehicle was not part of the recall. As a result they refused to help fix the issue. My $11,000 truck is now totaled. A worker at the tire place could have easily been killed. This is also a concern with myself and family that drove in this vehicle unaware of any issue. Toyota has avoided fixing a known problem by taking advantage of a weak recall requirement issued by the government and has cost hardworking families money and could end u costing someone a life. All to save money. Why does Toyota get to admit they made a mistake but only be required to fix in on vehicles they chose?.

I was driving on a highway at about 55 mph. The right lower control ball joint broke so the entire wheel broke off the vehicle. The vehicle tried to run/jump over the wheel and caused the vehicle to slammed down on the asphalt. The truck dragged on the asphalt for about 100 to 150 yds until I managed to control and stop it.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact noticed rust on the vehicle's frame near the spring hanger on the passenger side. The contact took the vehicle the dealer, but the vehicle was not covered under warranty due to the coating on the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed that the frame of the vehicle was rusted completely through. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

The frame was coated with an anti rust coating during the manufacturer recall that lasted until 2017 now the the metal is becoming porous and upon slightly tapping the frame one can poke holes in the frame with a pencil. The truck has become unsafe to drive. Upon taking it my local Toyota dealer willis Toyota of twin falls idaho in 2016 and 2017 they performed a poorly executed inspection just to avoid repairing the issue. They told me both times the frame was fine when it clearly was not. This truck has only 110k miles on it but is slowly becoming a pile of rust. How can a vehicle that is just 16 years old be so rusted. Toyota is of no help after repeated calls.

Frame rot from inside out. Suspension mounting to frame rotted out. Totoya refuses to deal with this and claims the safety recall is expired. How can a recall be expired. Case #1606101548 . Toyota representative very rude and demeaning.

I reported to Toyota (case #1606073163) and advised them of the rotted frame near the gas tank which was recalled. I purchased the vehicle 01/2016 and just found out about the problem when they tried to put the vehicle on the lift to replace the tires. Toyota states the recall expired and would not repair or provide the chassis rails even if I absorb the labor and had them installed. The vehicle has low mileage and value but is unsafe and I cannot sell in this condition and Toyota is indifferent saying too bad we can't help you.

Excessive unsafe frame rot from inside out. Toyota safety 'recall' offer to fix 'expired'.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The vehicle was taken to a tire shop and the technician noticed that the frame of the vehicle had a considerable amount of rust. The dealer diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced due to the rust and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 164,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. While backing out of the driveway at a very low rate of speed, the rear driver side spring shackle suddenly fractured and rendered the vehicle undrivable. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the failure was caused by severe rusting of the vehicle's frame. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,039.

The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while in park, the contact noticed that the rear leaf springs were detaching from the vehicle due to corrosion. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the sub frame had corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Is there a recall on the frame of my truck? if not they should be because right behind the the cab of my truck the frame is broke.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 12v542000 (tires) however, the contact was informed by the service technician that there was excessive corrosion to the sub-frame of the vehicle. The contact stated that the corrosion went from the driver's side front suspension to the driver's side rear suspension. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe and could not be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,175. Ah.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated the vehicle was diagnosed through a independent mechanic that the frame needed to be replace. The contact notice holes and corrosion on all sides of the frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 230,000. The VIN number was not availiable. Ng.

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while taking the vehicle in for inspection the technician informed the contact that the frame was severely corroded and it needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed of a recall for the corrosion however the recall had expired. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 75,000. Kh.

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, it was noticed that the frame was prematurely rusted to the point that the frame deteriorated with holes and may fracture. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer nor a mechanic as of yet. The contact was also included in 2 recall notices but did not receive the information for NHTSA campaign numbers: 12v542000 (tires) and 05v225000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 300,000. Dyd.