41 problems related to suspension 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 contact owns 2003 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while having the oil changed by an independent mechanic, he was informed that the rear end needed to be replaced due to corrosion. The manufacturer was notified, but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 92,375 and the current mileage was 92,575. Updated 03/05/lj Toyota informed the consumer, the rear frame was not covered under current frame corrosion recall. Updated 03/07/12.
The contact owns 2003 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that one of the fuel straps, which held the fuel tank in place, was rusted and corroded. As a result, the strap fractured and the fuel tank was hanging downward. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the strap was repaired. The manufacturer was notified, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 126,190.
Tl- the contact owns 2003 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated the rear axle housing on the vehicle is rusting and leaking differential fluid. The vehicle was taken to the dealer because of the rust and the dealer looked at the vehicle and stated that the rear axle was fine. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told that the pictures taken of the axle showed the axle was fine. The contact stated the pictures were taken with an aproxy on the axle to help seal the leak. The rust ate through the aproxy and the rear differential is still leaking. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 72,000. Rl.
On may 14 2010 I took my 2003 Toyota Tundra in for a recall regarding "excessive corrosion of the rear cross member". Reference: NHTSA campaign number 09v444000, November 18, 2009 & Toyota safety recall no. Ssc9090m. My truck was inspected and subsequently was sprayed with corrosion protection compound. However, the spare tire mounting bracket was not sprayed nor was the differential with the required corrosion protection compound. Reference NHTSA campaign number 09v444000 which states "dealers will inspect the rear cross member and related components, including the brake lines and replace them if necessary" or "will be sprayed with a corrosion protection compound". On January 8, 2014 at 103,793 miles, I was forced to replace the entire differential at a cost of $4,657. 67 due to the differential rusting completely through to the point it would no longer retain oil. More recently, o/a September 15, 2014 at approximately 105,500 miles I was driving at 30 mph when the mounting bracket that retains the spare tire in place rusted through and the spare tire fell off of my truck and ended up on the side of the road approximately 1/4 mile away. Fortunately, there was no one driving behind me and no other damage or injuries occurred. In both of the above issues at the time of each incident contacted Toyota customer service and was told that they could not assist me in either matter. I would like to submit this complaint in the hopes that it may help others in similar situations and I also would like to know if there is means or process I can follow to possible obtain restitution from Toyota. I have all necessary documentation to support my claims as outlined above. Thanking you in advance for your consideration in this matter.
Vehicle vibrates at highway speeds. Despite repeated tire balancing, replacement and alignment. Vibrates between 50 and 80 mph. Dealer states it is because of standard 17 inch wheels on these vehicles.
2003 Toyota Tundra front tires had excessive outer tire wear. The tire were rotated and now all four tires have excessive wear.