Frame Rust problems of the 2004 Toyota Tundra - part 2

Rusted rear differential. Rusted frame at front right sway bar. Can't pass inspection. Seems to be a common problem just like the 2003 model. I still have payments on this vehicle I can't drive.

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced per a NHTSA campaign related to the frame rusting; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,265. The VIN and NHTSA campaign number were not available.

Frame recall- my 2004 Tundra was recalled for the frame rusting out. Toyota deemed that a new frame was not needed and did the crc treatment which is absolute junk and only causes the frame to rust even worse. Rear differential is completely rusted and leaking fluid. Problem also with catalytic converters.

Excessive rust corrosion on frame rendering failure of state inspection.

Excessive frame rust causing failure to pass state inspection.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed on the vehicle the contact was informed by the technician that the vehicles frame had rusted and was corroding. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000. Wh.

Frame rusted through unsafe to drive. Received very first letter in July about a recall. It is September 21, 2015 and the recall ended August 31, 2015.

Toyota recalled my Tundra for a rusted frame. Dealer took possession of the vehicle in April. They provided a rental car, but no other update or contact until a week ago when the frame arrived. Now nearly complete, they want to charge me $8000 for additional parts not covered by the recall which they claim is necessary to make the vehicle pass inspection and roadworthy yet many of these parts were unaffected prior to the recall. At no time did Toyota ever inform us of additional costs not covered by the recall. Two of the items are critical to the value and drivability of the car. They include the rear axle and differential which I believe failed due to the same rusted issues as the frame. The additional parts affected were the brakes. The front brakes seized from 6 months of non use and maintenance by the dealer, the rear brakes were failed by fluid leak from rear axle while in possession of the dealer for 6 months. In short, after getting a new frame, the dealer was holding trying to charge $8000 in extra repairs or they would return me a truck that had a new frame but was still inoperable in the condition under which it was stored by the dealer. The dealer and Toyota were responsible for maintaining the vehicle and returning it in as good or better condition than they received it, but instead it lost 1005 of its value. I cant drive it, I cant sell it. It has a new frame but now has no differential or brakes it has lost all marketable value, where it could have been traded in or sold prior to the "frame replacement" that was supposed to right all the wrongs" of Toyota's doing. I have full service records showing responsible ownership of the truck for the last 10 years. Needs to make it right and fix my truck so I can drive again, or buy me out, or offer me a trade allowance that is fair and equitable. This Toyota case number is 1504140934.

2004 Toyota Tundra has significant frame rust. Took to dealer they sprayed it with an under coating which within 1 year all fell off due to rust underneath the coating. The Toyota dealer then re sprayed and now its falling off after the vehicle say in a garage without being driven. Also the rear axel housing rust straight through and now doesn't old any fluid. I filed a case with Toyota and they said they completed there part of the recall. Which was apparently paint over the rust.

Frame has rust holes. I call Toyota and told me there is nothing they can do about it case closed.

Had recall for rust, dealer inspected, said ok and undercoating was done, no now rust holes in frame.

A warranty on the frame of the truck was satisfied on 5/6/2014. The frame was rusty at the time. However, the frame is rusty again and we now have a safety concern.

Frame recall- my 2004 Tundra was recalled for the frame rusting out. Toyota deemed that a new frame was not needed and did the crc treatment which is absolute junk and only causes the frame to rust even worse. I want a new frame installed by toyata and any other rusty part- all should be replaced free of charge.

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for inspection. The mechanic stated that there was no holes in the frame and painted the frame with crc paint. The contact stated that the remedy did not repair the failure, and the rust returned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000. Mf.

The frame has severe rust. Also rear differential is leaking fluid through the steel bowl.

Frame is badly rusted in many areas including where suspension and brake components mount. I am concerned a major failure could lead to injury to myself or a member of my family. I understand ther was a recall for 2000-2003 Tundras for the same issue but my 2004 was not included in the recall.

My 2004 Tundra has a rusted frame that is not safe. The truck has 48,000 miles on it and the frame has rust holes through it. This is not normal surface rust. The truck has no other rust issues. Toyota needs to recall this vehicle.

Frame rusting and rear differential rusting out. Frame is corroding from rust. Rear differential has several pin holes causing fluid to leak. These are both known problems with the gen 1 Tundra's. Contacted Toyota customer care and basically told me there isn't anything they can do since the frame recall campaign ended in 2015. I never received notification of the frame recall. I was told that there wasn't any recall fro the differential but that is a very common problem for Tundra's used in ne USA whereby road salt is used in winter. The salt causes frame and differential rust because material used by Toyota is of poor corrosion resistance quality. The consumer iis on their own. Toyota won't do anything even though it's their failure to build the vehicle fit for it's intended use.

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while replacing the front passenger side tire, it was noticed that approximately six inches of the frame was extremely rusted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 157,000. The VIN was not available.

My 2004 Toyota Tundra limited, purchased in 2004 directly from Toyota dealership for 39000 dollars has an extremely rusty frame. The steel peels away in layers at the welds. The proliferation can be described as "layers of a biscuit flaking a part. " the dealership pounded on the frame with a tool and said that it did not fail the "Toyota frame tool" test and since the vehicle is a 2004 they would not do anything about it until it fails or becomes part of a recall. I haul a travel trailer with my family and I feel that it is extremely unsafe. How can a 7. 8 year old truck rot out this quickly? there has a to be an issue here that Toyota is not willing to acknowledge. Please advise.

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the spare tire fell from the vehicle due to the carrier being rusted. In addition, he noticed that the frame was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where they advised him that the carrier was rusted and needed to be replaced. Also, the frame was not completely corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. The current mileage was approximately 123,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the frame was severely rusted and could possibly fracture in half at any time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The failure and current mileage was 55,000. Kmj.

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the entire frame exhibited severe flaking rust, which separated in chunks. The corrosion became progressively worse over a period of time. The vehicle was inspected by an authorized dealer who stated that the frame rusted without any perforation. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was determined that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the frame was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was not available.

Frame rust.

My 2004 Toyota Tundra double cab has an excessive amount of rust on the undercarriage. Because of this rust, the camber bolts cannot be removed to properly align the vehicle. I have been told that they will have to use heat to remove them, along with a lot of force, and in turn may do frame damage in the process. I have been quoted by my dealer $5,200 to fix the problem which initially started with a small shimmy in the steering wheel which grew into a big shimmy especially while towing. That quote does not include any possible charged from the body shop if damage to the frame should occur. I do not have $5,200 so I ended up with a new set of tires and half of an alignment because the camber bolts were not able to be removed. Here I am months later and my new tires are so bald on the front that I am actually seeing the tread showing through. I have always loved my Tundra, but all of this rust on the frame and undercarriage is very concerning regarding the longevity of my vehicle. I was told that Toyotas last forever. At this point I feel that my truck is dangerous to even drive but it is my only vehicle. I have owned and maintained many vehicles and never had rust issues like this, nor have I ever been faced with such a costly repair on a not so old vehicle. I am stuck in a bad place and just don't know where to go or what to do. I desperately need my truck. Without it I lose my source of transportation as well as my ability to earn a living. I just simply cannot afford. . . Meaning I just do not have this kind of money to bring my truck back to health. All of this stress and frustration is a result of this excessive rust. Included in the estimate is remove and replace camber bolts $1,957 --- steering rack boots 400. 00 alignment 90. 00---- driveshaft assembly $2,003---- rear u-joint $433. 00---- differential fluid $330. 00 it does not include any possible damage to the frame/body in their attempt to remove the camber bolts or another brand new set of tires.