Two problems related to brake light have been reported for the 2003 Toyota Tundra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Toyota Tundra based on all problems reported for the 2003 Tundra.
The vehicle's third brake light assembly has melted holes all the way through the internal plastic structure above the both cargo lamp bulbs. After investigating this problem on the internet it is apparently very common problem. There are also previous complaints filed with the u. S. Department of transportation, addressing the same issue. My concern is of fire and/or failure of the third brake light. This is a safety problem that Toyota has not addressed.
Last week I purchased a 2003 Toyota Tundra limited 4x4 from a used car dealer. After getting the vehicle home (8. 5 hours away), I noticed the left side cargo light (exterior next to the 3rd brake light) was burned out. When I removed the lens to determine the light number needed for replacement, I found the housing to be melted. Upon inspection, the bulb was the recommended bulb by the manufacturer. My concern is that this is a manufacturer defect that could cause a fire in the vehicle. I can provide photos of the housing and the bulb if required.
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