Frame Rust problems of the 2007 Toyota Tacoma

2007 Toyota Tacoma. Consumer writes in regard to rusted frame.

I've noticed the the undercoating on the frame is really starting to deteriorate, and a lot of rust is happening,I know frame rust can cause parts to snap off or crack, which will really compromise the safety for myself, my passengers and other motorists. It may also significantly diminish the Tacomas ability to protect my family and I in a crash. I know certain Toyota's have this recall already because of the dust magnet undercoating Toyota uses. For some reason I was only able to load 1 photo, will send more if needed, I really need something done.

Took the truck to the mechanic for an oil change and he told me the frame is so rusted that it is not safe to drive. I was told that Toyota was replacing the rusted frames for the known problem but I cannot find how I can get the process started.

2007 Tacoma/Toyota frame has bad rust an corrosion. There was a recall at one time but I was never notified. Truck is in good condition 87000 mi. Truck was serviced today 1-22-2021. Mechanic said chassis not in good condition. Could turn out to be fatal on the highway.

I purchase a 2007 Toyota Tacoma in June 2015 at that time we were told due to recall by Toyota, the frame had been undercoated. Recently researching the recall information, this was one of the options for repair by Toyota recall. When we went for an inspection it failed because of rusty frame. . . . How can you allow recalls to expire? I know this was huge expense to Toyota to repair vehicles, but I feel like a life is much more important than a loss for a company that should have manufactured a quality product to begin with. My question is, how can you, in good conscience allow recalls to expire, when clearly one of the recall options did not take care of the problem? my son spoke with Toyota and they could care less. I do not have the finances to repair or buy a new vehicle. I know I am not the only one having this problem. If part of the recall/repair process would deteriorate after a few years is this really a fix to the problem? doesn't that still leave a safety issue? I just do not believe the undercoat worked the way it should have and a new recall should be issued, as clearly this did not stop the problem and the issue is still there with owners of undercoated vehicles. I pray owners are aware of this and it does not result in a loss of life or limb. Too many accidents are happening for negligence of the manufacture. I do applaud Toyota for trying to make the vehicles safe, but this instance after a few years, clearly the undercoating failed to repair and make vehicle safe.

I purchased this vehicle new in 2007. Recently upon my periodic inspection of the frame I noticed all the frame welds in the upper frame area rusted and the welds appeared to be breaking on the frame. If this is in fact the case this vehicle is no longer road worthy. The frame of any vehicle should last the entire life of the vehicle. This vehicle has 153000 original miles on the odometer.

I have a 2007 Toyota Tacoma which I bought in January of 2020. I noticed that the right front side of the chassis near the transmission crossmember had really bad corrosion happening. The rust has eaten up a large part of the chassis beam in 3 different spots severely and by the looks of it can split in half in no time. The truck was originally from the new york and pennsylvania area. Not til months after I had purchased the truck I was informed that Toyota had a massive recall for rusted out frames to be replacement. I gone 2 different Toyota dealerships and they aren't willing to inspect my chassis or help me out with anything.

I recently purchased a 2007 Toyota Tacoma that was involved in the frame rust recall. My local Toyota dealership informed me that even though there are currently rust perforations in the frame (many frames were replaced by Toyota at no cost during the original recall) that because Toyota inspected the frame (with a previous owner in 2016) and did not find any issues large enough at that time to cause the entire frame to be replaced, that their "crc" undercoating they applied was all that was necessary. Less than 3 years later (maybe sooner, but I just got the vehicle) the frame has holes in it and Toyota is not going to do anything about it but offer a full out of pocket $10,000-$15,000 frame replacement. There must be thousands of these vehicles from the original recall that were only sprayed and not replaced that are now unsafe to drive with absolutely no recourse for new (aka unaware) owners because no warranty of the spray whatsoever exists. Undercoating in no way prevents rust from continuing to rot away and make holes in frames - all Toyotas that were only sprayed but did not have entire frame replacement should be required to get new inspections by Toyota and revisit the need for frame replacements.

Toyota never notified me of any frame rust issues, nor was I ever contacted regarding a class action suit which does involve frame rust on my vehicle. I had to perform extensive research to inform myself of the issue. When I visited a dealership for leaf spring replacement, I was told that frame rust was too extensive to perform the repair, however the dealership did not make me aware of the results of a class action suit regarding frame replacement and that the frame would need to be repaired at my own expense, at which time I could not afford. A qualified shop indicates that my frame is too rusted to repair. . Read more...

The vehicle was stationary and was not in a wreck. I recently had my truck worked on and the mechanic told me the frame had about a two foot spot that was rusted through the frame. After learning this, I did some research and found out there was a class action lawsuit that was settled with Toyota for the 2005-2010 year model Tacoma because of frame corrosion. I contacted Toyota customer service to explain to them that I never got a recall notification in the mail. They basically told me they would no longer replace the frames free of charge because I was two months past the deadline. I will most likely be filing a lawsuit against them if they continue to refuse to replace my frame. The vehicle is not safe to drive and had I known about this, I would have taken care of it sooner. They claim they sent a recall notification, however I never received it. I don't think it's right that Toyota is refusing to fix a problem they knew about and was recalled on the vehicle they built. My family has ridden in the vehicle and have been put at risk or serious bodily injury because the vehicle is unsafe. Now I basically have a worthless unsafe truck that will cost too much to repair. Is there anything that can be done to force Toyota to replace the frame on my truck? Toyota gave me case #1904160762. The conversation was recorded and burned to a cd, which I have in my possession. If necessary, I can mail it to someone.

Tl the contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken to Toyota of york (1885 whiteford rd, york, PA 17402) to have the leaf spring replaced. The dealer stated that the frame was rusted and the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the vehicle was no longer under warranty for the frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000.

I own a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. It's frame has been inspected by my local Toyota dealer (hertrich) three separate times for rust to the frame. It received a rust inhibitor coating on 1/16/15. It was inspected again on 12/21/17 and 1/3/19. During the 1/3/19 inspection, the dealer conducted a multi-point inspection. My truck's steering components and steering linkage were inspected. It received a green check by the dealer, the highest rating. On 2/7/19, just one month after the inspection, my power steering failed while I was driving. I was able to make it safely to my local mechanic. My truck's rack and pinion steering system had heavy corrosion, and most of the power steering fluid had leaked. My mechanic replaced the rack and pinion steering system. It was heavily corroded. My mechanic said he had never seen one this corroded. Please see attached photographs of my corroded power steering rack. Toyota has refused to apply a second coat of the rust inhibitor to my truck's frame, even though I have new rust coming through the previous treatment. Now, rust and corrosion to my power steering rack, exactly where it attaches to the truck frame, had massive corrosion, causing a total failure of the power steering system. I have checked Toyota forums, and this problem is common with other Toyota Tacoma owners. Please force Toyota to properly address the corrosion issues with it's Tacoma trucks. The rust inhibitor that was applied to my truck's frame in January of 2015 has failed. The truck's frame, and components attached to the frame, continue to rust and corrode, causing danger to me, my family, and other motorists. Thank you for your attention in this matter.

My trucks has a very bad rusted frame due to a Toyota poor frame coat and it will need to replace not feeling safe driving not letter was sent out during the time to do the recall of Toyota frames.

Rust frame.

My chasys frame have rust and look like my motor going to fell to the floor I call Toyota but the say no open recall to replace my frame, also my car have a lot vibration on rear went aceleration. But Toyota dont wante help.

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. The contact noticed that the fuel tank was leaking. Once the fuel tank was removed, the contact noticed that the subframe was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000. The VIN was not provided.

Excessive rust on frame of truck. Frame coating/ protection insufficient. Toyota re-coated the frame on February 7th 2015 however the frame has continued to rust unabated as coating is flaking off.

The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. While inspecting under the vehicle, the contact noticed severe rust on the frame. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they will order the frame and contact the owner to repair the vehicle under the recall. The contact also stated that the vehicle was inspected by the same dealer in March of 2015 and the diagnosis was that the frame was fine. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired because it was not supposed to be inspected a second time. The approximate failure mileage was 58,500.

I purchased a 2007 Toyota Tacoma from bernardi Toyota in framingham, MA in December of 2008. Toyota motor sales, USA, inc. Issued a service campaign to inspect and repair the frames of 2007 Toyota Tacomas due to a manufacturer defect which resulted in corrosion to the vehicles frame. I brought my Toyota Tacoma in for inspection at bernardi Toyota and the frame did not have a hole in it. Therefore, the frame was not eligible for replacement, rather it was only eligible to be sprayed with a coating that was supposed to prevent corrosion. In March of 2016, I received a recall notice for a defect in the manufacturing of the vehicles leaf springs (also corrosion related). I brought the vehicle in for the recall and bernardi Toyota noticed a hole in the frame. Bernardi contacted Toyota corporate to replace the frame; however, was refused. I contacted Toyota as well and they also refused to replace the frame with a known manufacturer defect, despite replacing frames for other customers. It is obvious that the spray applied to the frame did not work to prevent further corrosion. Toyota replaced the frame on trucks with holes in the frame similar to mine, but refuses to replace the frame on my truck even though the problem is directly corrosion related and the spray they applied did not prevent the frame from rusting through. This is a known defect which was not sufficiently addressed by Toyota. Toyota should provide me with an equal remedy that they provided to other Toyota Tacoma owners and that is a frame replacement.

The frame is rusting out on my Tacoma that I purchased and Toyota says since they inspected it 9 month ago it no longer qualifies for frame replacement program. It had not been driven under any negative road corrosive conditions in this time, and this frame was I believe rusted when inspected and not discovered because it has rusted from the inside out. Now the power steering has gone out and I have been experiencing acceleration problems with it since purchasing it. I contacted Toyota about the frame rust and was told basically too bad so sad. They have told me they filed my complaint under file #1603091915 at their national headquarters. The frame metal is defective. The power steering has quit working at approximately 75000 miles, and the truck accelerates under its own power when shifting into 5th gear.

Inspection noticed underframe is badly rusted (penetration not surface rust) and is in danger of failing.

Frame rust. My vehicle exhibited perforated rust on the structural parts of the frame. I took the truck to Toyota on 29 February 2016 for repair under their service campaign that was not to end until 31 March 2016. The technicians could not find the holes of rust until I showed them and then I was informed that Toyota would no longer remedy the rotting frame because it had been previously coated by Toyota while the vehicle was owned by a different owner. I pointed out to them that the remedy that Toyota had employed was obviously ineffective and since the service campaign was still in force, a proper remedy should be employed. The dealership refused and referred me to Toyota national for USA. They also refused to assist and sent a letter to me to that effect. Toyota launched this service campaign but are not ensuring that their repairs are effectively fixing the issue which involves the undermining of the structural integrity of their vehicle frames. It is unacceptable that the frame recall is not working and that Toyota is not willing to stand behind their product, leaving the customer with an unsafe vehicle due to the compromised structural integrity of the frame itself.

2007 Toyota Tacoma, rusted frame. . I purchased used in austin texas on oct 2015 from a dealership. The truck is from a northern state, affected by massive amounts of rust on the frame. I took the truck in for a look over, I was told I had a few years left in the truck before the rust rots completely through. Toyota needs to recall the 2007 models as well. I just bought this truck thinking this was going to run for a very long time, I was mistaken and buyer beware.

2007 Tacoma well maintained and garage kept is showing signs of excessive rust on frame and and inside frame rails. Toyota has a campaign out at this time to cover excessive frame rust on Tacoma's in the following states. Ct DE IL in ky MA MD me mi mn nh NJ NY OH PA ri va vt WI wv, & d. C. I live in iowa which also uses salt on roads in the winter and only live 35 miles from the minnesota border, so why is my truck not covered in this salt belt campaign? I checked on line and there are many complaints of frame rust on 1996-2009 Tacoma's being deemed unsafe to drive and with frames failing after as little as 6 years.

Regarding the frame rust issue with the Tacoma, I am concerned that my truck will be unsafe to drive. An inspection of my frame has not been performed because iowa is not included in the "cold weather state" list in the service bulletin. I am guessing they have never been here in winter. Is it where the vehicle was sold, VIN number, or did Toyota just limit the states it would cover. My issue is if my truck has a rust issue it should be covered for the safety concern. Rust does not stop at the illinois\iowa state line. Hope to at least get an answer from Toyota that my truck is a safety concern or not. Thank you in advance of any info. You can provide.

Took Toyota Tacoma, 4x4 to team Toyota in langhorne, PA. For annual state & emissions inspections. Failed state inspection due to hole in chassis frame due to corrosive rust. Had dealer call Toyota with no results. I called from the parking lot & received a case #. Nothing else has been accomplished. Called a few days later & spoke to a corporate person. "Toyota can do nothing at this point , because a recall has not been issued for my vehicle's VIN# . My truck's chassis has been compromised & yet they won't repair it yet! this is the second time this has happened to me. The first time was a 1998 Tacoma which they bought back for the same reason--a rusted chassis frame. Think they would have corrected the problem by now! my sticker runs out at the end of November. What do I do after that? I need help to convince them to fix my truck!please!.

I took the truck in for it's yearly inspection and was informed that the frame will not pass inspection next year. It was suggested that I check if this truck frame was under a recall. I spoke with my Toyota dealer and was told that this truck does not fall under current criteria. I have called Toyota experience to lodge my complaint that this is unacceptable that a truck with 51335 miles frame has rusted so badly that it will not pass inspection. I am waiting for Toyota to follow up with a broadened criteria that will repair my truck frame.

The frame is rapidly rusting through. This vehicle: a) was purchase new by me in 2006, b) is stored in a fully enclosed garage, c) is not used for commercial purposes, d) my home is in westchester county, NY (immediately north of new york city and not a hostile vehicle environment) and e) the truck has very low mileage - 31,000 mi. The frame has rusted entirely through in two places and shows extensive rust throughout, including at points joining the frame to the chassis.

My 2007 Tacoma has serious frame rust. I have read about earlier Tacoma's with frame rust, one would of thought Toyota would have fixed this problem. I would like to see Toyota step up and admit they have a serious problem with their truck frames.

First trip to dealership to have them inspect excessive rust on frame was 09/01/10 with 38707 miles on the odometer Toyota world of newton stated that the surface rust was consistent with northeast driving second trip to Toyota world of newton to inspect frame separating on 11/01/13 with 74942 miles on the odometer. Toyota inspected and confirmed perforations in right side frame rail and no programs or campaigns on this model year truck was purchased new from Toyota world of newton 2/20/07 I do not believe there should be perforations in a frame of a truck that is 6 years old. . . . .

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the casing for the spare tire was all rusted. The contact could not use the crank to take the spare tire out. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the frame was rusted badly under the truck. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate mileage of failure was 62,000. An.

My 2007 Tacoma double cab sport 4x4 has rust on the entire frame. My concern is that the structural stability of the frame may become compromised due to rusting on the inside of the frame as well. I am located in chesapeake, virginia which of course receives snow maybe twice a year. Please Toyota resolve this problem.

My 2007 Toyota Tacoma it showing excessive rusting on the frame. It actually leaks rusty water whenever the vehicle is driven in the rain. A Toyota fts stated in his report that "the vehicle shows normal rust for a vehicle that's been driven for several winters in upstate new york". My truck was only driven 2 winters and only has 23,000 miles on it. I know of someone who had a 2005 that was purchased from him for 125% of bluebook for the same reason. I have spoken with several other Tacoma owners online and hear the same from them. This is a serious issue and has been with Toyota since 1995. They have had recalls for both Tacoma and tundra pickups for this reason. Toyota will do nothing for me. The dealer offered to undercoat the frame but I'm concerned the undercoating will cover up the rust that is inside the frame and make things worse.

Truck frame has extensive rust and it's just a 2007 model. I have had it at the Toyota dealership more than once and they said they would not undercoat the truck unless the state of tennessee makes them do it. I was told at time of purchasing the truck that undercoating was not necessary because the frame is electrostatic charged to resist rust. The dealership said they would get an independent third party to look at the truck but they never have. The people I buy tires from have told me that the truck is badly rusted on the frame---something they don't see on a vehicle so new. Also, the truck is not driven much---I have another vehicle I drive to work----so the rust issue is not due to bad weather driving conditions. After all the recent news stories about Toyota products, it appears they have a quality issue and no effective means of dealing with the problems until something tragic happens.

Bought a 2007 Tacoma 4x4 with approx. 300 miles on it. It had been stolen from a lot and therefore had a red title. We got a letter informing us the frame was possibly rusting and to take it to a Toyota dealer which we did and was informed it was rusted beyond being repaired and would have to be replaced. After being told it would take a while to get the frame in before it could be repaired we waited about a year, in the mean time we have made several attempts to find out what the hold up was. After a year or so wait we were told they would not fix it because it has a red title, this truck was not water damaged or in an accident, so now the frame is almost rusted into with around 100,00 miles on it, please tell me how it getting stolen has anything to do with the frame rusting thru. Ll had a recall on all of these trucks because of this happening. I would greatly love to hear how they can avoid repairing this one!! at a later date we had a recall on the rear springs and they replaced them. . . . .