Two problems related to rear suspension springs have been reported for the 2003 Toyota Tacoma. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Toyota Tacoma based on all problems reported for the 2003 Tacoma.
Tl the contact owns a 2003 Toyota Tacoma. While driving various speeds, a popping noise was present from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the rear driver's side spring hanger was rusted and detached from the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 146,000.
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!.