Carrier/rack problems of the 2004 Toyota Tacoma

Had frame replaced due to recall in 2014 and now the frame is cracked again. Local Toyota will not replace claimed warranty is 15 years from first ownership.

My 2004 Toyota Tacoma was "recalled for undercoatinhg" which was done 02/11. In 2017, on advice from my private, professional mechanic he informed me to contact Toyota about corrosive rusting of frame. It was inspected by the dealership, I purchased it from. In 2018, it was inspected and, passed, again. 2 weeks ago, I found a crack in my frame, sligtly in front of left rear, tire well, by gas tank. I will be taking it to a dealership, for frame inspection tomorrow. I don't feel safe, driving it. I'm disabled and, I am the trucks 2nd owner. I purchased my 04 in, 2006. It is in great condition. Mileage, 122,500. Ironically, the tire hanger plate has been recalled and, replaced around 2014. In 2017 my protective plate, fell and, dropped the gas tank. It was, broken in 1/2. My mechanic secured it and, upon inspection it passed at a Toyota dealership. I asked if it was possible to replace the protective plate and, I was told "no. " I asked for an explanation and, wasn't given one. It was the same dealership that "undercoated," my truck. The dealership where I purchased my truck performed a 2+hr inspection on the frame in 2017. The dealership that "undercoated," my truck only had it in the repair area, for 15mins and, brought it back out, stating they "hammer-tested" it and, it was in great shape? I'm worried sick over my outcome, tomorrow. I'm in no financial postion to replace my truck. A truck I was told would last up to 300,000'miles. I did complain to Toyota headquarters in 2018, was given a claim number I called them when I found the crack, in the left-side, rear of my frame, this, past Friday. I had been hearing a "rattle," from beneath my truck, the last few times, I had driven it. I barely had to bend over, to see the crack in my frame! this is a horrificly, dangerous condition. (it was parked and, not running, when I found the crack, in the frame.

My 2004 Toyota Tacoma frames is rusted and cracked. I will not pass inspection stick in MA this year. 2005 -2009 Tacoma vehicle are having the frame replaced by the dealership at Toyota's expense. Why the cut off with one year in difference. I would like some help to get this frame replaced like other Toyota owners/.

While on a short shopping trip I suddenly heard a loud rattling/buzzing noise coming from underneath the vehicle. I drove to my local car repair where they noticed while I was pulling into their driveway that the truck fuel tank was bouncing dangerously and was on the verge of falling off. Both the fuel tank holder ( a large steel plate ) and the fuel tank strap had rusted thru and were no longer supporting the tank. I shudder to think what might have happened if the tank had fallen. Adding insult to injury, this vehicle was in for a recall on 2/13/12 for repair of rust on the frame at miles 52449 ). On 6/18/13 it was in for another recall to fix rust on the rear tire carrier which was replaced ( at miles 61103 ). At neither of these recalls was I told of excess rust on the tank holder and yet with additional milege of 8612 miles both the fuel tank strap and holder failed. This mishap could have caused a disaster.

I was driving down the road and noticed some unusual rattling. I stopped and upon inspection found that the frame on both sides had cracked all the way through directly above the rear tires. This rendered the vehicle extremely unsafe to drive. I had it towed to a repair shop and they told me that a complete frame replacement needs to be done and that the vehicle is unsafe to drive as is. They said the frame is completely rusted out. I understand the vehicle came out of new york and has high salt concentrations but the rest of the truck is virtually rust free. I can’t believe that a frame rusting completely out is normal in just 10 years. I have contacted Toyota (case number 1409290440) and they are telling me that any recalls pertaining to this have expired. I can’t believe they will not step up and fix what is obviously shoddy craftsmanship. My main concern is this could have caused a serious accident. They stepped up to the plate with the 1995-2000’s that had the exact same issue and obviously was not fixed in the 2001-2004 models. I am very disappointed with Toyota and very concerned for the safely of other Tacoma owners as this seems to be a pretty common issue with these trucks.

Vehicle was at dealer for recall "excessive corrosion of the spare tire carrier lift plate" service tech. Noted "frame has a hole, would not pass nysi". In researching the issue toyata admitted that the frame, manufactured by dana did not rreceive proper corrosion protection.

I have a 2004 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck. This has had a very bad for a year. The other day the mount for the right rear broke and the front end of the rear spring was rusted away from the frame. This is the same problem my 1996 Toyota pickup had. That one one the bought back and I now have this one. The rest of the truck is pretty good. The rack and pinion steering also rusted away and started to leak flind. This laek was under the right mount of the rack. This was also fixed by me. This is my work truck and personal way of getting around. These are both very serious safety problems !!! I contacted the ceo of Toyota, Toyota sales in califorina and girard Toyota. They said I slipped through the cracks and I did not get any notices !!! they are putting tons of frames on for other peoples but I have been singled out some how and I cannot get one. Ths problem has been going on for 20ty years !!! this with out question should be a recall and all items concerned should be replaced free of charge. Please help with this serious problem. Thank you.

Vehicle frame rusted to the point where it will be unsafe to drive soon. Vehicle is from a "heavy road salt use" state, but has had very limited exposure to salt during the winter months. Most times the frame has been rinsed with clean water after exposure to salt. Toyota's voluntary repair period has expired, yet they acknowledge a manufacturing defect. In addition there is a recall for a similar item related to the spare tire carrier on the same vehicle.

While driving along I would sometimes hear an unusual sound, a slight ringing sound. When I returned home and inspected my truck I saw that one of the metal straps that holds the gas tank in place had rusted apart, and the bracket would rub against the drive shaft, creating the sound. This is one of the Tacoma's that was re-framed as part of a recall. It appears the same defective metal used in the frame that was replaced was also used in other components. The gas tank could have fallen, dropped on to the road, or simply exploded, no doubt killing myself and my wife. I had the gas tank straps replaced at a local garage. I also have pictures of the broken strap if you would like to see them.

2004 Toyota Tacoma v6 3. 4l 5vz-fe with automatic transmission. Toyota originally equipped this vehicle with a throttle by wire system. The vehicle unexpectedly does not respond to accelerator pedal position. Toyota on board diagnostic system does not detect fault thus does not log any error codes or illuminate check engine light. Occurrence rate and duration of events is intermittent and inconsistent. Velocity of the vehicle rapidly decreases unexpectedly and momentarily as if foot was temporarily removed from the accelerator pedal. Vehicle also unexpectedly and momentarily does not respond when accelerator pedal is depressed to begin moving or suddenly decreases speed when accelerating. This is a potential hazard in situations such as cruising in traffic, clearing an intersection, crossing railroad tracks, etc. . . Occurrence rate and duration of problem seems to be worsening over time or with increased ambient temperatures.