Frame Rust problems of the 2001 Toyota Tundra - part 2

I own a 2001 Toyota tundar truck that has very serious rust on the rear frame that is likely to result in complete failure of the frame. I understand this is a common problem and think that Toyota should be required to extend the buy back program that was offered on prior year trucks.

I took my 2001 Toyota Tundra to the mechanic because the exhaust system was getting noisy. When the mechanic had the car jacked up, he noted that the frame was extremely rusty on the driver's side in front of the back tire. It was actually almost rusted through. He said it looked like it could break at any minute and got away from the vehicle. I contacted the dealer where we purchased the truck who said I should drive it down for them to inspect it. I refused because of the safety issue nothing has been done at this point and the truck is still at the mechanics.

2001 Toyota Tundra, 73000 miles. Severe rust on the frame, was having body work done in September 2009, and was advised by the shop to "in my best interest, start looking for another vehicle" the rust is so severe on the frame, working on the truck, they had to make shift attach my fender, the frame is rusting, the leaf springs are ready to break through, I'm not sure what all the other parts are called, but they have holes in them. I cannot tow with my hitch, it will pull off, it's barely attached. I purchased the truck in massachusetts in September 2006 and had it transported to florida. I saw some rust, but never imagined this was so dangerous. The body is mint. . . Not a spec of rust or scratches. I'm afraid for my safety and others riding in it. I saw the story on this rust problem and don't know where to turn. I am still paying on this truck for 2 more years. . Please help us!.

Took truck with less than 89,000 miles truck in for inspection 9/28/09 and was told by the mechanic to get the frame evaluated from a Toyota dealer for the major rust of the frame. Truck has always been garaged and notice lots of rust on the garage floor from the truck. Called Toyota and was told by the service rep to call back on a monthly basis, was told not sure what Toyota is going to do about it.

2001 Toyota Tundra frame rust, causing holes in frame, spare tire mount, and shock absorber mount brackets. Spare tire mount is completely rusted and can no longer support the spare tire. If not found spare tire could fall off causing loss of control, damage and accidents. Toyota is aware of the problem and currently has no solution for the problem.

I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra pickup truck. On 9/5/09 I lost my power steering, and the truck was towed to my local garage, gil's garage in burnt hills, NY. Gil's garage found that my steering rack had rusted out and that the frame was rusted and cracked in two places. One at the left rear spring shackle and one in the fuel tank mounting bracket area. The truck, therefore, could not be driven. I opened a case with Toyota's national hotline (case reference # 0909115275). I was told by my dealer, new country Toyota, in saratoga, NY and Toyota's hotline representative, that there were no corrective programs in place for the Tundra. Subsequently, two Toyota representatives visited gil's garage and inspected my Tundra. They were isao furukawa, corporate manager, product quality and support and jim rosasco, field product engineer. Their phone #'s are 973-882-2026 and 973-493-2518 respectively. I have heard nothing since. I feel there should be restitution similar to the actions taken by Toyota for the tacomas which had similar problems.

2001 Toyota Tundra rust issue 1. Brake lining rusted through, lost all braking ability, I had to steer into bushes to stop, could have been very dangerous had I been driving at higher speed spent $645 on brake repair , needs more brake work do to rust issues. 2. Frame is now so rusted it will not pass inspection @ 86,000 miles on truck. . . No response from Toyota.

Frame rust/rot. Even with washing under carriage regularly during winter.

2001 Toyota Tundra. Severe amount of frame rust. Local oil change shops refuse to do an oil change because of fear of getting vehicle on lift and having it fall due to frame being so rusted. Toyota needs to fix these problems on all of their trucks. This is a major safety concern.

I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra 4x4 extra cab. The frame has heavy rust in the rear above the spare tire and many other spots on the frame. I wash the truck at least once a week in the winter time, rinsing the frame clean every time. I contacted Toyota and they told me there is a open investigation into this matter. My truck is safe to drive at this time, but I don't think it will last to long. I hate to see a truck that cost 20+ thousand dollars eight years ago junk in a year. I don't want a new truck, I just want Toyota to fix the frame.

I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra sr5 4x4 truck. There is a severe rust problem with the underside of my truck . The main frame of the truck is rusted beyond repair. The metal from the frame is coming off in huge chunks . Also the rear bumper is rusted all the way through on both sides and cannot bare any weight . The frame has very bad rust at all the welded points . My truck only has 123,000 miles on it . Because of the severe rust problem with the frame my truck now makes alot of noise under routine driving conditions. I plan to have my truck looked at by a Toyota dealer to determine if it is safe to drive. I worry that the frame is going to crack and cause a failure of my suspension system or worse!! thanks for your time.

Truck frame rust through.

I have noticed a significant amount of frame rust on my 2001 Toyota Tundra. I have contacted Toyota to open a claim and to see if they would inspect it. They stated because there is no formal recall, there is nothing they can do.

My 2001 Toyota Tundra sr5 4wd. Access cab pick-up truck has a rusted out frame. My truck broke down on the highway(may 1st) I towed it to my mechanic shop. My mechanic replaced an oxygen sensor that had rusted away on the exhaust system. Further inspected the vehicle and said it had extreme corrosion (rust) on the frame, brake line connections, suspension mounts, exhaust system. . . . "rust everywhere". He suggested it was unsafe to drive because the brake line connection points were so corroded (rusted away) that they could fail while in operation.

I have notice a significant amount of rust on the frame of my 2001 Toyota Tundra. I have contacted Toyota and they appear to be giving me the run around on this. I did take it to my mechanic and he has noted there was a good amount of frame rust on the rear of the vehicle. Is there anything I can do?.

Premature frame rust-out.

I have contacted Toyota several times. I have a 2001 Tundra access cab with only 61k. The frame is rusting off the truck and is going to be worthless in a years time. I took the truck to a local Toyota dealership and they put the truck up on the lift. The guy looked it over and said that I should have a couple of years left before it wouldn't pass inspection and it would be unsafe. This is a problem since I won't have many more than 75k on the truck. I bought a Toyota for the long haul not just 75k. They did register my complaint but said there was nothing they could do. Many other owners are starting to see the same problem.

Severe frame rust. While repairing a trailer wiring harness I noticed my frame is rusted very badly.

My frame is also rusting out. I have already had to replace leaf springs. I can here pieces of rust falling off while driving.

Purchased my 2001 Tundra new. Frame has been rusted since 2005, always have been concerned for years on the amount of rust, especially around the from tie rod wheel area. Just heard through the media about a potential recall. Simply too much rust for my comfort level on truck.

I have Toyota Tundra 2001 with severe frame rust, rear shock mount frame rusted out holes in frame, brake stabilizer now unattached to vehicle the spare tire fell out of vehicle while driving due to rust problems. I have contact Toyota several times they said I am out of luck. This is an obvious defect. . I have read online that I am not the only Tundra owner with these problems Toyota is not willing to stand by us. Can not replace parts the frame IA defective!.