general problems of the 2006 Toyota Tundra - part 2

Excessive frame rot on my 2006 Tundra. The truck was brought to the dealer to have the corrosion coating applied but it didn't stop the frame from rotting prematurely. Two years later all the coating has peeled off and the rust has gotten way worse. The same year sequoias have the same frame and they were recalled. Why hasn't the 2003-2006 Tundras been included? this is a safety issue an must be resolved.

We had the truck inspected in June 2019 after just doing new break lines which rusted, we had also just put new tires on it. Truck passed inspection June 2019. Truck developed power steering leak in July. While looking into the leak we noticed the frame rusted and the anti sway bar is completely rusted off the frame. Can not trade this in or sell it now. Mileage 124k.

Rusted frame with hole has been deemed by portsmouth Toyota as unsafe to drive the vehicle was brought to meinke initially because it felt unsafe to drive.

Secondary air system.

Toyota Tundra frame is completely rusted through. Purchased vehicle in 2016 immediate after warranty expired and previous owner did not have the frame replaced. Rust damage on the frame was not bad. We had it undercoated for protection. Now there are rust holes and Toyota will not take responsibility for the extreme amount of rust on the faulty frames. The 2006 sequoia frames were recalled due to excessive rust, but the Tundras were not, even though they have the same frame. When we took it to the dealership they told us they are not responsible for it and then marked our vehicle as "undriveable" in their system without our permission. We now have a vehicle that is worth $0 that was worth $8,500. Toyota corporate also refused to do anything to repair the vehicle.

The VIN associated with my vehicle brings up a different model in NHTSA database. I have a 2006 Toyota Tundra crew cab (4 door). The information in the database is for an access cab. The weight limits, specifications, parts, and recalls are different for these two models. How do I go about correcting this? thank you.

My Toyota Tundra has sever frame rust and will not pass inspection. The truck has 173,000 miles on it and I just got it paid off and will now have to junk it.

My service provider reported in October 2018 that the underside of the vehicle was very rusted. I had them replace the rusted muffler. During the test drive after repairs the front brake line burst because of rust. I had it repaired. During pressure testing after repairs the rear brake line burst because of rust. At this point, the dealer showed me that the frame was so deteriorated that it required replacement. The cost of this repair would be more than the blue book value of the vehicle, so I parked the truck in my driveway. If my wife and I would have been driving when the brake lines burst, we could have been killed. I have never heard of brake lines rusting and failing before. Toyota claims that I was notified to have the frame inspected in 2015 for possible replacement. I was not notified. Toyota refuses to do anything to help with my problem. This vehicle with every option available at the time of purchase is no longer usable. How many other Tundras out there have the potential of brake lines failing because of rust.

Frame has rust holes . Had to replace rearend housing due to rust holes.

Driving home at the end of our vacation, my wife and I were in seperate vehicles, she in front of me on I-80 going west bound. We'd just gotten off the george washington bridge and as traffic was building and slowing, she braked ahead of me and when I pressed my brake it went to the floor. I couldn't stop in time before rear ending the car my wife was driving. It was a low speed impact, maybe 25 mph. No police report and we just kept driving after checking that all was ok. I took the truck to the shop to have the brakes repaired and the mechanic called me to say the brake lines and everything associated needed to be replaced. He stated he cannot do the work due to the fact the truck is rusted beyond repair and he felt unsafe to work underneath the truck for fear of it falling on him. I found there was a recall on the truck for rusted frame issues and the window to respond was missed due to personal reasons involving care of a since deceased mother. I tried to talk to Toyota but the short answer is I was too late even though the rusted frame is only worsening with time due to from what I understand is a manufacturing flaw with the method these trucks were produced.

I am the second owner of the vehicle, and purchased it only after I reviewed its carfax history, dealership repair history, and additional owner documents. Specifically, this truck was treated with a Toyota dealers rust protection package which covered structural members and frame of the motor vehicle are warranted not to rust through from the inside out during the warranty period specified�. Prior to the expiration of the rust protection policy warranty, the original owner requested frame rust evaluation and remediation. Toyota performed this service in 2015. This truck has less than 70,000 miles. Following my purchase, I took the truck to Toyota autonation in libertyville IL for a mechanical inspection. At this time I was told the frame was perforated. The Toyota autonation service manager submitted a photograph of the perforation to Toyota corporate to request frame replacement. He was told because rust remediation service had been performed previously, Toyota would not cover the frame rust perforation defect. Proper manufacturing anti-corrosion application alone should have been sufficient, especially for a vehicle with low mileage and exemplary owner care and Toyota dealership service. When I asked the Toyota autonation assistant service manager how I could fix the frame damage, he said once perforation occurs you really can�t, because what has occurred in one location is probably occurring throughout the entire frame, and I could dump (sell) the truck. For these reasons, I believe this Toyota Tundra's frame perforation rust is due to defective design, materials or workmanship during in manufacture of the vehicle, and should be replaced under the recall. In a follow up call with Toyota customer care they said they would not help resolve the issue. Sincerely, (xxxx) parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The frame of my truck is rusting away. The left rail of the frame ( under the drivers area) looks like swiss cheese with all the holes in it. Yesterday I took the truck to have the frame patch welded and was told that it wasn't the worst spot of rot. The frame section that joins the left front wheel assembly is badly rotted and when tapped with a hammer hunks of it are falling off. I have brought the truck back to herb chambers, my dealer, and was told that my truck did not fit the criteria for frame replacement. In 2015 I brought the truck to the dealer for its recall for frame rot and the truck received a frame coating of rust protector. 2 years later I was told by the manager of the service area that this coating was a joke. Toyota found that the coating never dried therefore would have washed off in the next wet driving day, so no rust protection. When I questioned Toyota corporate why the 06 Tundra wasn't getting called back when so many others had been, I was told that there was no information available. I love my truck, it runs great, has no other issues, 259,844 miles on it and I need to keep it going for at least another year. I can not afford to buy another vehicle due to my family circumstances and really need my truck to get to work and hospital in boston with my husband. Can you offer any recourse? I can't be the only one with a rotten frame on my 06 Tundra. I thank you for this ability to let you know of my trouble and truly hope and pray that you carry some weight with Toyota because they sure don't care about me. Oh by the way---you should see the rot holes in the frame in my engine compartment, that doesn't fit Toyota's criteria either. Thank you for listening, (xxxxx) parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

In 2015 took vehicle in for inspection because my mechanic saw scaly rust on front part of frame. Was inspected undercoated and told frame was fine. 3 years later there is a 6 inch rotted hole in same part of frame I compained about. Was told by my Toyota dealer and Toyota corp. There is no warrenty.

Major rust in frame as noted by my auto service person.

Toyota Tundra 2006 rusted frame, straight to the point I have a 2006 Tundra diagnosed may 15 2018 buy the Toyota dealership with rust through on the frame and Toyota tell's me they will do nothing about it. I find that strange since Toyota replaced many many frames on 2000 to 2006 Tundra's.

Luckily there has not been an incident as of yet. Shortly after I purchased truck in 4-2017 the steering rack rusted off, had that repaired, few months later noticed rear differential was dripping due to rust eating through entire casing. My mechanic informed me that there was a recall issue involving frame rust so I took it to Toyota service dept. Where they inspected and said it was fine and that the recall had expired. I went ahead and spent $1100. 00 for new tires and a few weeks later heard noise underneath, turns out exhaust reducer is rusted apart, but when I looked at frame I was shocked to see several holes, a couple the size of my fist and frame looks like it is starting to twist. I took it to dealer again to have them look at it and they just said there is nothing they can do for me at this point. The rest of truck is rust free, in great shape, it was 80% garage kept. Please let me know if there is any recourse for me with this potentially dangerous situation.

Current mileage aprox. 89000 . Had a brake check at my local repair shop. Raised truck on to the lift and was shocked at what had been revealed . The frame has rotted through all of its cross members, creating a major structural problem. The rear cross member wich is connected at 4 points to the main frame rails is now only connected at 1 point. This cross member also carrys the spare tire. If gone un discoverd may have fallen off during travel, creating a saftey concern. The main frame rail has major rust damage at the connection point with the center cross member wich provides stability to the engine and transmission . Toyota had a recall on these frames but were only providing a spray on rubberized coating, wich mostly flaked off in my driveway. I have called Toyota directly and opened up a claim wich was eventually denied. The vehicle will not pass inspection as is . Im not financially in a position to buy a new vehicle at this time . I dont know where else to turn with this situation if you spend 40-50,000 dollars on a vehicle you should be able to get more than 89000 miles out of it.

I have a 2006 Toyota Tundra with no body rust but the frame is rotting out from underneath the truck. This is a serious safety hazard or could have even killed someone and Toyota did not even notify me of the issue. When I did find out about this and contacted Toyota they said this is not an issue and there is no problem.

My Toyota Tundra was part of a Toyota �limited service campaign� regarding corrosion of the vehicle's frame. I took the vehicle in for inspection which resulted in them cleaning and spraying something on the frame on 5/9/14 with 89,820 miles on the vehicle. When attempting to trade the vehicle in on 4/19/17 with approximately 109,000 miles on it, it was determined there is a hole in the frame where the front stabilizer attaches to frame. Not only is there a hole in frame but the stabilizer is no longer attached. I contacted Toyota and they said they have no responsibility regarding this issue. I have had other issues regarding corrosion on this vehicle and each put my personal safety at risk. Another example happened around September of 2015 with 94,000 miles on the vehicle when I discovered the fuel tank was hanging down and almost touching the ground. Turned out the mounting straps had rusted through. I noticed it after having just driven to a local business. Had I not noticed it, the tank could have hit the road while I was driving caught fire before I could have stopped. I contacted Toyota and they said they had no responsibility regarding this issue. I have also had brake lines rust through causing me to loose most of my braking when driving on a local street and just barely being able to stop the vehicle. I have been the only owner of this vehicle and I have taking good care of it including washing during the winter months. At what point is Toyota responsible for insuring the vehicles remain safe throughout their normal lifetime. A frame should not rust through with only 109,000 miles.

I was not notified that there was a recall for the frame rusting. My frame is rusted out and now I’m told that the recall has expired. This is unacceptable and poses a threat to the lives of me, my family and all Toyota drivers everywhere.

I recently had to have some body work done on my 2006 Toyota Tundra. The body shop owner said that he saw the frame was extremely rusty and in his opinion was a safety hazard. He said he remembered that Toyota had a recall for rusty frames previously but he did not remember what years and models were included in the recall. He suggested I contact Toyota. I did contact Toyota and was told that my vehicle was included in the recall but that the recall had expired in July of 2015. I purchased this vehicle new in 2006 and have been the only owner of the truck. I was never notified of this recall and had no idea there was a problem with their trucks. After speaking on the phone with a Toyota repnad being told they would not do anything for my truck I sent an email to their headquarters and they responded that they stood behind their original response. I do not understand how a safety recall can expire. The safety problem will always be there until fixed. I feel I am now driving a dangerous vehicle and feel that Toyota should stand by whatever the original remedy was.

We bought this truck in 2016. From mitchell selig Ford in windsor CT. Apparently their was a rust recall in 2015. The dealer did not get this fixed and as a result our truck is completely rusted and unrepairable. We were not aware at all this was a recall as it happened prior to us buying the truck. What can I do about this ? their is really "no incident" to report. I need to know what Toyota will do about this issue.

Takata recall rusty rear axel springs, I got recall notice from manufacture about this rusted springs ,not sure what year that was. I took my truck to dealer but it did not repair at that time. So now the springs rusted more visible. This truck is still drivable.

The truck bed is showing rust spots which apparently is an issue with Tundras. Talked to the dealer and Toyota and they told me it is not under warranty and there is nothing they will do.

I had my vehicle serviced at a local Toyota dealership to address the frame rust corrosion recall. Corporate guidelines indicate the necessity to inspect, remove the pickup bed, remove any rust and reinspect for rust perforation. Corporate allows 8-9 billable hours to the dealership for this service. My vehicles service was completed in less than 4. Upon inspection, it is apparent that the dealership never removed the bed nor removed any rust prior to spraying the frame with its "crc". I had documented photographs to prove this point and then contacted Toyota corporate. By Toyota corporate's request, I returned to the dealership to have the vehicle inspected. Upon inspection,the dealership's shop manager acknowledged that the bed was not removed and multiple areas of rust that had been left untouched. Only further indicating that in addition to not removing the bed, the dealership did not bother to remove any existing rust from the frame either. The dealership refused to strip and properly treat the frame as indicated by corporate guidelines. I contacted corporate and they are refusing to take any additional actions. As it stands, it is questionable at best as to how long it will be before there is a potential failure here. This is no isolated incident either, there are many owners who are being defrauded in a similar fashion. Five minutes on google will easily prove this point. As far as I understand, Toyota settled with the frame manufacturer (dana corp) for around $25 million. So Toyota sought out and gained financial reimbursement on their end but when it come to taking care of those who have been damaged, not so much. I strongly encourage anyone from the NHTSA to contact me for additional details regarding the matter. I have multiple photographs documenting the issue and the failed attempt at covering it up.

I received a letter from Toyota telling me I needed to have my frame inspected at the dealership in 2014. I did this and the dealership said my frame was fine. Less than 2 years later my mechanic informed me that my frame was not fine and urged me to contact the dealer or Toyota corporate directly. I did so but they said that the recall that had been placed on the frames had expired. I recently had some brake work done on the truck after my brake lines burst. The same mechanic informed me that the frame was so bad that he did not think it would pass inspection. I once again contacted Toyota directly and they said their was nothing they could do. My truck is currently having the frame analyzed by a third party in hopes repairs can be made so that I do not have to buy a new truck. The truck has 112000 and I intended to put many more miles on it than that. Also related to the metal used under that truck, in 2014 the rear pumpkin rusted all the way through and I needed to have a new rear suspension put in. Furthermore, I took advantage of ziebart undercoating that the dealer was advertising where for the first 6 years I owned the truck, 2008-2014, I had it undercoated once every year. The fact that it had been protected with the undercoating the first 6 years I had it and then 2 years later was rusted through is an indication to me that their is some sort of manufactures defect.

Inflated the tires to ensure proper psi's prior to operation. Tire warning light shuts on and off. Tire warning lights will remain on when vehicle is started, idling, and in operation. This is still an ongoing problem that has not been fully resolved. The tire sensors could be a contributing factor which is not being reported as well. Went to the local dealership and was told that they will not fix unless the recall is under Toyota's website and not the NHTSA. This is a potential safety issue that could result in an accident, injury, or death.

"framing issue" I discovered on July 23, 2017 the framing on my truck as already corroding with front drivers side of the frame beginning to completely rot with the metal becoming brittle and crumbling leaving holes in the frame. Toyota corporation had a recall regarding the frames for this vehicle which were not protected for the northeast winter weather conditions. They applied an anti-corrosin spray in hopes that the problem would be corrected, but the results three years later is the framing has been subjected to corrosion which may render the frame to complete support failure. Speaking with christeen, case manager at Toyota (800-331-4331, ext 73811: case #1707240770), failed to rectify the problem in saying there is no open case regarding this issue, therefore Toyota will not take responsibility. She further went on to say that Toyota extended a courtesy in recalling the 2006 Toyota Tundras for this problem to all customers even those being outdside the warranty timeline (at time of recall my truck had 93,000 miles). They believed that this anti-corrosion spray would allow the frames an extended life period before the corrosion would eventually rot out the frames completely. She apologized in saying there is nothing more she could do and hoped that there was another avenue she could take in resolving this problem.

In June 2014 I took my Tundra to have it evaluated, reference frame rust. Toyota felt the best course of action was to apply some type of compound to the frame. In may 2015 I looked under my truck and noticed that the rust was coming back with a vengeance, especially where the rust was heaviest before. I find it difficult to believe that if the frame was dried, brush, and then the compound "rust proofing" was applied that the rust would be coming through/back in less then a year. I have contacted Toyota and they do not seem interested in addressing the issue. I find it disheartening that the body, engine, and the rest of the truck will outlast the frame. Rust does happen in the north. However, frames do not turn to dust before the fenders and the body. How is it the body is lasting longer and wearing better? those parts are going through the same elements as the frame! essentially, Toyota tried to put makeup or a band-aid on the problem without addressing the problem. If you just paint or cover rust without treating the rust to begin with, the problem was never fixed. If you sand the rust down/out, then apply your paint or compound, you will extend the life of your metal. I have tried to bring this issue up with Toyota and they don't want to hear it. They state the issue is closed and nothing else will be done. After some research it certainly appears that Toyota's manufacturing process and standards for second generation Tundra are no different then the first. If Toyota can not or did not want to build a vehicle for cold environments that use salt, they should not sell them to the northern half of the united states. They certainly did not disclose that they did not treat or manufacture their frames to withstand the rigors of the colder environments.

Frame recall Toyota dealer sprayed some undercoating on it instead of replacing the frame and now its rusting again. No one wants my truck without the frame being replaced.

My 2006 Toyota Tundra is experiencing extreme corrosion of the rear axle assembly and skid pans. I've had a mechanic inspect the damage and he concurred that the rust is far worse than would be expected for a vehicle of this age. The metal is pitted and flakes of rust are falling off of the rear axle housing. I contacted a local Toyota dealership to have it inspected but they would not even look at the vehicle because it is no longer under warranty. Failure of the rear axle housing poses a considerable safety risk. I purchased the vehicle with 40,000 miles on it and I live in an area where salts are used liberally during the winter. I've gone to great lengths to wash salts off my truck as soon as possible, yet the rust continues.

Noise from under vehicle, decided to remove bed for repairs, I was terrified of what I found: a very rusty frame , bolts with heads that turn into crumble when touched, and such. . .

On date stated, 7/12/11, I took my truck in for oil change at the grand blanc motorcar Toyota dealership. Tech came out to inform me there was discoloration in the rear differential fluid and I should have the fluid changed. I said okay. Since then I have had 2 years of rear end vibration and chatter in my first drive of the morning. I called the dealership immediately upon hearing and feeling the vibration. They had me bring it back and they replaced the fluid and placed an additive and said it should be fine. It has not been fine as they replaced the fluid a third time and last year I had midas look at the problem and they replaced the fluid. It was okay for awhile but the vibration and chatter in my turns has returned with a vengence. I have done internet research from Toyota for recalls or problem solving and they refer me to the customer care at the dealership.

"takata inflator recall" Toyota dealers have not replaced the recalled inflators on my vehicle. This puts us in danger of aforementioned air bag inflator, causing a dangerous injury. We need assistance.