Body problems of the 2003 Toyota Tacoma - part 2

4 cylinder engine never dit frame recall it's so dangerous use Toyota Tacoma 2003 I do have 3 kids and dealers not help.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. While the vehicle was being serviced for an unrelated repair, the technician informed the contact that the subframe was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 157,000. The VIN was not provided.

I discovered that both sides of the frame are broken just ahead of the rear axle. The car repair shop where I took it said that I was lucky that the break didn't result in an accident. The vehicle has received exceptional care and maintenance and the body looks new. The vehicle is used for commuting to work and other "light duty". This appears to be a very poor quality frame and I have learned that Toyota had a recall on it. Regrettably they show little concern for the thousands of vehicles still on the road vulnerable to frame breakage. Moreover, most people driving those vehicles have no idea that their vehicles could break apart at highway speed with potentially catastrophic results. Just because a recall ends (often prior to when many who can only afford to buy used vehicles acquire them) doesn't mean that the safety issue has been fully resolved. This remains a serious safety issue that Toyota is simply ignoring (they tell me it is no longer their responsibility!!!). I was fortunate to have noticed the breakage while performing routine maintenance on my vehicle. Others may not be so fortunate.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while independently performing repairs on the vehicle, corrosion was noticed on the sub frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who initially stated that the sub frame had been sprayed with an anti-corrosion agent under a voluntary recall but then stated that the voluntary recall was never performed. In addition, the dealer stated that due to the corrosion, NHTSA campaign number: 12v542000 (tires) could not be performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 176,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. While driving 35 mph, the rear shocks mounting bracket fractured and separated from the subframe. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be inspected. The contact was informed that there was excessive rust and corrosion to the subframe of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated upon inspecting the vehicle the frame had experienced severe corrosion. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number 12v542000(tires). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000. Kh.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed something hanging under the vehicle. The contact had an independent mechanic diagnose the vehicle and found severe rust on the rear passenger side along with a fractured frame. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.

The left door handle has broken from where you grip it when opening the door. The vehicle was stationery when this occurred. The back door does not close completely because the locking mechanism is not working properly. This is also on the left side. This vehicle is a four door pick up truck.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that when the vehicle was being serviced for a dealer for an unrelated reason, the authorized dealer observed that the frame was severely corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was deemed inoperable. The vehicle was not repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 203,000. Sg.

Complete rust with the undercarriage. There was a volunitary recall by Toyota but I never received this recall notice. This can be very dangerous because the vehicle can break if half. This is also why there is a recall on the spare tie holder. But can not get the spare tire holder fixed what to they fix it to a rusted undercarriage. I have called and complainted in the past.

I am looking for information regarding the Toyota frame corrosion recall. I currently own a 2003 Toyota Tacoma that falls under this warrantee and my frame is completely corroded and now deemed unsafe. Toyota has told me that their recall has expired and therefore my frame is not covered even though we were initially told that the frame was under warrantee for 15 years. At the initial time of recall we brought our truck to our local dealer (greentree)for a frame inspection and they advised me the frame was in good condition but there was no process in place yet to spray the frames . . . Now my frame is completely rotted through and Toyota has advised me that there is nothing they can do about it. I would like some info on how this major safety recall can "expire" and want to explore my option for Toyota to fix their issue and my truck thank you.

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle it was discovered that the sub frame of the vehicle had rusted and separated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the sub frame would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 218,000. Jft.

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed. The vehicle was towed to middletown Toyota 634 newfield st, middletown, CT 06457 (860) 347-7294, the diagnostic tested stated the rear frame was cracked. The ignition switch was repaired. The frame had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 250,000. Nd.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. While driving at various speeds attempting to make a turn, a clicking noise emitted from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the body mounts were corroded and needed replacement. The contact also stated that the vehicle was repaired previously under a manufacturer recall for corrosive preventive maintenance. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The NHTSA campaign number was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000.

2003 Tacoma frame is eating itself away due to rust corrosion. Toyota's "limited service campaign" ended in 2011, but does nothing to deal with these dangerous vehicles still on the road. Recall!.

So in December I took my Tacoma to the dealership for a regular frame inspection after learning upon the issue. The truck is in almost perfect condition, spotless inside and out. The frame failed inspection, and I was unable to drive the vehicle home. First off, a service rep at the dealership tried to send me off to a friend of his who could "patch" up the frame so that it would pass inspection (great idea, right?). Toyota has provided me with a rental, but the only rental they would give me is a corolla. I live in the mountains, and bought the truck so that I would be able to handle the rough winter weather. I have already had to call out of work as a result of being unable to drive through the snow. I am looking at a date of mid March at the earliest (most likely longer) until I am able to have my truck back, depleting the whole purpose of me having a truck. I have tried getting Toyota to buy the truck back. I love my truck, and I plan on continuing to drive Toyota due to the well-known reliability of these vehicles. I understand that this is a sort of bad luck incident, but considering that rust spreads, I already know that I am going to have to put more money into the vehicle to combat the rust corrosion that has already begun due to a faulty frame. This is obviously already occurring, considering that it is not just the frame that is corroded, but also the brake lines. I am not looking in any way to cheat Toyota, I am just attempting to have a safe vehicle to drive, and I worry that since this corrosion has already started, replacing the frame is only putting off the issue until it becomes noticeable on the rest of the vehicle. If anyone has been able to successfully have Toyota buy back a 2001-2004 model Tacoma, I would love to know how they accomplished this.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 12v542000 (tires) however, the mechanic stated that the vehicle could not be repaired due to the frame being corroded. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Mf.

I received a frame recall for our 2005 Tacoma but not our 2003 Tacoma. I checked with the local Toyota dealership and they told me that the recalls for the 2003 have passed but they will replace the frame if I pay $2,900 out of pocket and they will cover the rest. I bought the truck used 18 months ago and did not receive a recall notice. I checked with the previous owner who advised that he did not receive one. I am suspect that this information is wrong and will be checking into it with Toyota. The frame is broken at the point where the rear leaf spring rotted to the point of a disconnect from the frame. Carbone yoyota inspected it and advised me to have it replaced.

In may 2014 while having my vehicle serviced by a mechanic he brought to my attention a serious and ongoing issue with the frame of my 2003 Toyota Tacoma. I am experiencing a serious material defect in the frame of this vehicle. The problem I am experiencing is not normal. I am referring to a complete breakdown of the frame. I contacted Toyota in may 2014 to file a formal complaint. Toyota informed me that my vehicle was recalled for a defective frame but the recall had expired. I informed Toyota that I did not receive a recall from them and requested them to make good on the recall and replace my frame. They again refused my request. On may 22, 2014 I took my Tacoma to motor world Toyota for a frame inspection. The inspection found perforation on the left rear frame by the leaf spring. The inspection also stated due to frame perforation the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The mechanic that examined our truck stated that they were replacing frames on a large amount of Toyota vehicles due to the frame defect. The service manager said he would report his findings to Toyota and contact us. A few days later the manager contacted us only to inform us again corporate Toyota again refused to replace the frame. In April of this year I again contact corporate Toyota(case#1503280111) by phone and email to request them to honor the recall for the defective frame only to be refused again. I am asking for any assistance you can offer us. It is critical to our family for toytoa to honor the recall on the frame our truck. My husband uses the vehicle to travel to frequent medical appointments. He has been treated since April 2012 for metastatic malignant melanoma. We have been preoccupied with radiation, chemo, 3 surgeries and frequent appointments for cat scans, pet scans etc. We desperately need this vehicle for continued transportation to his medical appointments.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was advised that the under carriage was extremely rusted. The mechanic stated that the entire frame needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 180,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the frame, spare tire carrier and oil pan shield were completely corroded. The contact mentioned that he was waiting for the parts to become available for the recall repair under NHTSA campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 214,000 and the current mileage was 218,000.

I noticed the rear skid plate is hanging on by only one side about to fall off due to rust on hardware/plate when driving in the highway plate wobbles up and down. It seems like it will fall while driving and cause a possible accident, or injury.

The frame on my Tacoma has rotted beyond repair, over 6" gaping holes in the main frame near the suspension mounts. The rear leaf springs are bowed over as well! I was never notified of any recalls by Toyota. I contacted Toyota to have it looked at. They refused at 1st then aqccepted it at the whitby Toyota dealer. The results were that Toyota was willing to install an upgraded spare tire carrier & nothing more!.

There was a recall on my truck for potential frame corrosion. I never received notification of this issue from Toyota and didn't know about the problem until my mechanic warned me about frame rot. I brought my truck to a local Toyota dealer and they confirmed that there was damage but informed me that I had missed the opportunity deadline for the repair. I have contacted their us corporate office and been given the same reply. They claim to have sent me the recall notice but I maintain that I never received any notification. I am wondering if I have any recourse in this matter.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the entire frame, front bumper, and undercarriage were completely rusted from the front bumper to the rear. Two years prior to the failure, the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer confirmed that there was surface rust on the vehicle. As a repair, the dealer applied an anti-rust coating onto the frame to prevent further damage. The repair did not prevent the frame from becoming completely rusted. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told that the frame was not under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 100,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was made aware that the under carriage was extremely rusted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the recall expired. The contact stated that the manufacturer informed her that the letter was sent to the wrong mailing address and had become expired. The manufacturer refused to cover the recall repair expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The repair shop indicated that the rack and pinion was prematurely rusted to the point that it could fracture and needed to be replaced. The independent mechanic indicated that the frame and undercarriage had extensive rust and corrosion, which also needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and provided no remedy. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The contact waited longer than two years for the part. The spare tire carrier was also prematurely rusted and could fracture. The part was unavailable to replace the spare tire carrier. The dealer and the manufacturer were unable to confirm when the recall repair would be completed. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was serviced in 2010 for the same failure where the dealer applied a solution to the frame to prevent it from rusting. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 140,000.

Tl-the contact owns 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for routine maintenance. While at the dealer, the contact inquired about an unknown frame recall. The contact was informed that no such recall existed. The manufacturer was then notifed and informed the contact that the vehicle was covered under a prior voluntary campaign for the frame, but the campaign expired. The failure and current mileages were 68,000. Sm.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact indicated that while having the emissions inspection performed, the technician noticed that there was extensive rust on the underbody, shields, welding, lower frame, upper frame and the sub-frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop who indicated that the plate by the brakes was rusted. The technician welded the frames as an interim fix and suggested that the manufacturer needed to remove the corroded frames and components and rebuild the frame or it may potentially fracture. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and refused to provide any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. In addition, the contact indicated that the brake pedal was stuck and adjustments had to be made in order to release the pedal. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 47,600.

Was driving and entering a freeway onramp when the door swung wide open after the latch failure. Had to secure a replacement (used) and found several others with the same problem. It obviously appears to be a common problem due to the latch being constructed from plastic. To me this constitutes a saftey issue.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact took the vehicle to an authorized dealer for an inspection and the dealer stated that the frame would need to be replaced due to corrosion. The dealer would not assist the contact with any repairs outside of the failure. The manufacturer was notified, but agreed with the dealer’s decision. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileages were 116,000.

My 2003 Toyota with currently 77,197 miles was recalled multiple times for frame inspections for excessive rust and corrosion with the first time resulting in Toyota applying a corrosion-resistant treatment back on 6/25/2010. Unfortunately after inspecting my frame and undercarriage recently I noticed the corrosion and rust getting worse. I had my frame inspected at my dealership back in June of 2013 with the dealer stating the frame was in good condition. I currently restrict my driving to around town because I fear for myself and my families safety.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle has excessive rust. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage 126,000. Ad.

The contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure was a manufacturing defect and offered no assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance either. The failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 85,000.