Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problems of the 2000 Toyota Tundra

Tl the contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. While the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle was placed into neutral in order to be stopped. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and noticed that the frame was rusted. The contact also mentioned that the shifter was not functioning properly. The contact mentioned that the gear selector would not move to the desired gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not safe to drive due to the rust, and that the brake line and shifter cable needed to be replaced. Graham Toyota (1515 w 4th st, mansfield, OH 44906, (419) 529-1800) was called and stated that the frame was previously repaired per an unknown recall. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 117,000.

Rear brake line and proportioning valve failed causing the braking of the vehicle to be unsafe while driving on a local interstate roadway. The corrosion of the rear cross member is a known recall (see attached) NHTSA campaign 09v444000 recall date: 2009-11-18 which I just found today while searching for a proportional valve replacement part! our VIN is showing 0 recalls, but this cannot be ignored due to a VIN! due to the corrosion, special steps will need to be taken by the repair shop to even fix this problem. Living in pennsylvania, driving on winding, steep hills is even more of a reason that this recall should not be VIN specific. I am asking that the repairs needed to my vehicle (brake linings and proportional valve must be replaced!) be covered by the manufacturer recall that is still in place until 2019. Component affected in this recall: structure: frame and members:underbody sheilds how can a specific VIN be excluded when it poses a risk factor and possibility of a fatal crash! please help us reach out to the manufacturer to include this VIN in the recall.

Mechanic where it was diagnosed that vehicle brake line was severely corroded, the tire's rear well was corroded, and the steeering colomn needed to be replaced. In addition, the vehicle also made an abnormal sound. The vehicle's check engine light had illuminated and remained illuminated. Prior to being notified of the failure the vehicle was remedied under NHTSA campign: 09v444000 (structure). The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000. Kh.

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving downhill and approaching a stop sign, the brakes would not engage. He was able to further inspect the vehicle and found severe corrosion and rust, destroying the brake lines. There was rust and corrosion covering the entire frame. The contact parked the vehicle and stated he would not drive due to a possible safety risk. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 155,000.

2000 Toyota Tundra 102,000 mi. Well maintained was taken for yearly pennsylvania state inspection and was told that it would not pass inspection due to the brake lines, frame and cross members are rusted through. Making it unsafe to drive. The rear brake lines on the drivers rear side have been replaced.

Our 2000 Toyota Tundra (with ~60,000 miles) was parked it in my relatives driveway on 10/18/09. When we went to drive it out of my aunt's driveway on 10/18/09, she started yelling, "stop, something is leaking!" looked at the front drivers brake line and saw a hole that was pushing out brake fluid with high pressure when brakes were applied. Thankfully, the brakes failed in the driveway instead of on route 2 between albany, NY and massachusetts. If they failed on the drive, my husband would likely have been killed on the mountainous road. Carefully drove the truck to the nearest dealership, lia Toyota of colonie on 10/18/09. Told them about the broken brake line and asked for a frame inspection to be done first, as we did not want to put money into the truck if the frame had issues. On 10/26/09, we finally received an estimate for the work and documentation stating "the frame has normal rust wear for the age of the vehicle" and "the frame has no perforation at this time". The estimate said that the front driver brake lines and junction box were rusted through. The emergency brake pivot was rusted & seized on both sides and completely inoperable, and the front sway bar link was rusted through. Since we were told by lia Toyota of colonie that the frame was intact (no holes) we authorized the work. We picked up our repaired Tundra on 11/02/09 and kept the old parts. The emergency brake did not hold the car and needed adjustment, so the following day, 11/3/09, we took it to our local dealer, colonial Toyota of milford. We asked for a brake adjustment and a frame inspection. The next day, 11/04/09, I received a call from colonial Toyota, saying that our Tundra frame had holes in it and we "should not put another dime into it" and "it is not safe to drive". Colonial service took pictures of the perforated frame and called the Toyota reps, who came and looked at our Tundra. On 11/10/09, we were notified that Toyota declined to repair or replace our frame.

I had a brake line failure on my 2000 Toyota Tundra, the rear brake line right above the cross member blew. I tried to brake hard for a pedestrian and the pedal went straight to the floor, luckily I was able to avoid him. I was close to my mechanic so I just limped it there with the e-brake.

Drivers side front brake line rupture when pedal was depressed due to heavy corrosion/oxidation. Front cross member broke off from frame due to heavy rust and/or corrosion. I welded cross member back to frame and replaced brake line. Spare tire seems close to breaking off as with many other components due to rust. I don't drive truck anymore due to fear of my and my family's safety. VIN number I have seems to be invalid, if you want VIN please contact me and I will copy from truck, thanks.

I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra, access cab, 4wd truck with 160,000 +/- miles. I purchased the vehicle used from the original owner who lived in the akron, ohio area. I have noticed significant section loss to frame members, cross members and cab supports. Presently, the frame is completely perforated on the underneath side near the passenger front door. Additionally, the passenger middle cab support has corroded completely off, the front drivers cab support has rusted completely away and the front bumper/impact guard has completely rusted off. I have contacted the dealership and corporate headquarters two separate times. They have responded promptly all three times; however, the issue is still be investigated at the "executive level". Additionally, I have had to replace one of the rear brake lines and the fuel tank strap due to failure from corrosion. The vehicle is in excellent mechanical shape and body is nearly flawless. I have photos available. The frame seems to be most severely deteriorated at the boxed section near the transmission support cross member. Under normal driving conditions (I. E. Not towing/no payload) this would likely be the point in the structure associated with maximum bending. Due to the box design- it is impossible to inspect the total amount of section loss; although, as previously stated the passenger side rail is completely perforated along the underneath side. I can attest that my father has a 2002 Toyota Tundra with no deterioration. It is unclear if Toyota used a different treatment for the later model vehicles. Most alarming to me, is how quickly y the corrosion has progressed. Since last September, the corrosion has progressed from a surface rust appearance into bubbling and complete deterioration.

8/3/2009 - steering rack lost all fluid while driving on a highway. Able to maintain control, brought to mechanic who replaced steering rack. 09/08/2009 - front brake lines corroded thru and lost all brake fluid while driving,brought to mechanic who replaced front and rear brake lines as all required replacement. 09/11/2009 - shift cable failed (corrosion) - able to get off the road and towed to mechanic. Frame and underbody of this truck have excessive corrosion which led to these failures. The integrity and safety of this vehicle is questionable.

While driving down a gravel road the brake pedal went to the floor. I was able to slow the truck down by using the emergency brake pedal and shifting down. I took the truck to my local mechanic who replaced one of the brake lines at the rear brake valve but told me there was major rust and to see the dealer. I went to the Toyota dealer in bristol tennessee and talked with them about the rust condition. They said the truck could not be repaired and they would consider a trade in but the truck would then be sold for salvage. They gave me $4,000 for the truck and I purchased a used tacoma. Updated 10/21/09. Updated 10/20/09.

I have a 2000 Toyota Tundra. It suffers from severe frame and undercarriage rust. The rust and metal is literally flaking off in large sheets. My steering fluid lines corroded and burst causing loss of fluid and power steering at highway speeds last fall. This spring my rusted brake line burst and caused complete loss of brakes. My wife was coming out of a business onto a four lane highway. She had to drive it into a ditch to avert a t-bone collision on the main highway. I can hear unexplainable sounds from the rear frame area and my current mechanic tells me that the vehicle will not be inspected when due. I understand others have had similar problems and I want to assure you that there are many more out there just like me. The vehicle has otherwise been mechanically sound. Toyota has no recall notice and I have gone through there process before to no avail. There needs to be a recall insisted upon.

1. Normal everyday use. Never plowed. Never towed. No hitch. 2. Lost my brakes going down hill on a back road. Lucky! 3. Got towed to mechanic. Brake regulator failed due to excessive corrosion near the spare tire mount. Replaced part along w/ all new brake lines due to excessive corrosion along the frame. Was advised to have Toyota inspect the frame due to excessive heavy corrosion. Called Toyota corp and got a claim # to have the frame inspected. Was told the only part of the frame to be looked at was the "rear cross member' dropped of the truck. Called to see if it was ready. Was told buy the dealership "you are all set. The rear cross member was fine and the truck was ready to be picked up. I asked if they looked at the frame under the transmission. They stated they did and noted there was heavy rust and corrosion. I asked if any holes were found in the frame during the inspection. They stated the noticed perforation on some areas of the frame. I then asked them if it was safe to drive. There was a silent pause and then "let me call you back" they called back and stated it was not safe to drive and were not fixing anything. I called corporate and asked them if I was able to have alternate transportation provided. I was told no. I had to go take my unsafe truck back. I have not been contacted for any follow up from the dealership or the corp office. The frame has holes in it. It has never been off road. It has never had a hitch attached to it. It has never had a plow attached to it. This truck is nine years old has a great engine that has had all the proper maintenance done as scheduled. The body is in excellent shape. This truck has been very well taken care of. There are several class action suits against Toyota for this malfunction and lack of response. I will be doing the same. How can a dealership advise you to come get your truck and 5 mins later tell you it is unsafe for you and your family. Had I not asked the proper questions. My due diligence.

The brake line tubing at the proportioning valve on the left rear inside frame rail corroded and burst causing all brake fluid to escape and the brake pedal went to the floor and made the vehicle difficult to stop. I was traveling close to home at a speed of approximately 25 mph. I down shifted and was able to slow to 5mph to drive the vehicle to my home garage where I replaced the tubing,fluid and bled the brakes. Fortunately no accident occurred, I discarded the old tubing and fittings after the repairs were made. The frame area behind the tubing near the left rear shock mount is corroded so badly that I am able to pass a tennis ball through the left rear frame rail. The right and left frame rails are perforated where the spare tire carrier is riveted to the horizontal frame channels directly above the rear axle. The frame is corroded badly and paper thin in areas that surround the perforations.

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. While the contact was having his vehicle inspected, he was informed that there were 2 rust holes in the frame near the rear end of the vehicle. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The contact stated that the rear brake lines previously needed to be replaced due to rust. The current mileage was 88000 and the failure mileage was 85000. Updated 11/9/09. Updated 11/10/09 the brake lines had rusted and were leaking. The mechanic replaced both rear leaf springs. Updated 11/10/09.

1. Slow loss of brake pressure due to low brake fluid levels (occurred over a span of 3-4 hours) 2. Total loss of brakes on all 4 wheels. Fortunately, I was towing a trailer at the time and the trailer brakes allowed me to stop safely. First time this has ever occurred. Failure was due to rusted lines. 3. Rear brake lines were replaced. I did not keep the old lines.

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a technician concluded that the brake lines and the frame corroded which caused him to lose brake power and fluid. The brakes were replaced. The dealer informed him three weeks ago that they had to submit pictures of the frame failures to Toyota and would contact him with a response. The failure mileage was 80,120. Updated 11/13/09. Updated 11/17/09.

The contact owns a 2000 Toyota Tundra. The brake lines were repaired at the owners expense about 5 years ago. Recently he noticed the brake light warning light illuminated on the instrumental control panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the frame along with the brake lines were replaced because of corrosion. The failure mileage was 50000. The current mileage was 74000. Updated 11/04/09. The sway bar link was replaced. Updated 11/06/09.