general problems of the 2008 Toyota Tundra

I was washing my truck October,1,2023 and while spraying the underside with water I noticed the fuel tank hanging extremely low from the back while further inspection I observed the rear fuel tank strap had rusted off and the tank was hanging by the front strap which is very corroded along with all inner structure and frame rails which is rusted corroded and completely rotted out. This truck has been very well maintained and has only 104354 miles on it.

The contact's husband owns a 2008 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a fellow motorist alerted her husband that an unknown part had been hanging from underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact's husband discovered that the fuel tank had detached from the vehicle due to severe corrosion. The contact stated that several years prior, the vehicle had been subjected to an unknown recall related to corrosion. The contact stated that a special coating was sprayed on the vehicle to prevent corrosion; however, the recall remedy failed to prevent the corrosion. The dealer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 171,000.

Recall was preformed on this truck in 2018 for frame inspection and work done,sprayed frame with something. Took truck in to auto shop for work and they are telling me it is unsafe to drive do to leaf spring mount and frame are rusted out.

The air injection pumps went out. Vehicle could not get out of limp mode, was very dangerous as I couldnt get up to speed while merging onto traffic. Had to put hazards on and drive vehicle home under 25mph. Vehicles were going around me. Vehicle is scheduled to be looked at by a dealer, but still recommend this be a safety issue!!.

Excessive rust build up all along the underside of the vehicle, frame, and all over the suspension components.

Frame mount for gas tank has rusted and fuel tank is dropping down. Last year an undercoating was applied by a Toyota dealer and is peeling off in certain areas. I believe pursuant to the class action lawsuit referred to as brian warner et al Toyota motor corporation my vehicle may be covered under warranty because the gas tank strap mounting is part of the frame. As of now, my mechanic advised me not to drive it as it is a safety hazard. I noticed the tank strap was hanging down from the frame and the gas tank was also hanging down while the vehicle was parked in my driveway.

Right front tie rod stripped out and became separated from right front wheel.

The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while traveling 25 to 30 mph a growling sound emitted from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the failure might be caused by a defective rear axle or differential. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 42,396 and the current mileage was 74,000.

While driving the truck bounces on certain concrete highways between 60 and 70 mph. You can't even talk because of it. I am not exaggerating at all, I had a headache because of all the bouncing around and I am concerned for my children sitting in the back seat where it's most prone. The bounce gets so bad at times it seems the truck could lose control.

I just bought my 2008 Tundra and have noticed an incredible bounce while driving on the freeway. This does not seem normal and concerns me. The tires have been rotated and balanced and this doesn't seem to change the bounce effect. After reading online, it appears that Toyota is familiar with this problem. I hope they fix it soon. I have taken the cars to two dealerships and they said it was normal. I have own 4 Toyota trucks and none had this problem! I just hope that Toyota realizes that there is a major problem before an accident or death happens!.

Anyone familiar with "shaken baby" syndrome will recognize this defect. On certain sections of pavement and at certain speeds, this vehicle sets up a harmonic vibration and shakes so violently that infants are at risk. The events are easily repeated and are known to the manufacturer.

2008 Toyota Tundra double cab 5. 7l v8. Certain areas of freeway in & around riverside, CA have what is know as "washboard", I. E. The surface unulates similar to the surface of a washboard. My Tundra shakes violently when going over this. While the washboard effect is noticeable in other vehicles, it is frightening in the Tundra. This could be a real safety hazard.

This is of major concern to me and many drivers currently driving 2008 Toyota Tundras. There is a major defect with the bed and cabin of the truck bouncing uncontrollably when you drive on the freeway, my main concern is this uncontrollable bed and cabin bounce can cause brain damage to a child strapped to a car seat. So far Toyota has refused to acknowledge this problem. You can see this on youtube many people have submitted video on this issue. Updated 01/21/10. Updated 02/02/10 updated 02/02/10. Updated 02/05/10.

Driving on interstate 40 (east of oklahoma city) truck develops a violent vibration. The bed appears to be bouncing up and down - side to side. Incident occurrs everytime I drive this strtch of road. Tires have been inspected and balanced (no improvement to rough, dangerous ride).

I just bought my 2008 Tundra and have noticed an incredible bounce while driving on the freeway. This does not seem normal and concerns me. The tires have been rotated and balanced and this doesn't seem to change the bounce effect. After reading online, it appears that Toyota is familiar with this problem. I hope they fix it soon.

2008 Toyota Tundra double cab 4x4 sr5 w/trd off road this truck is clearly unsafe to drive. When you drive the truck and hit a bump in the road, the truck bed bounces. It will actually affect the steering and ability to control the vehicle. While driving the truck at highway speeds, if you hit a large bump it is exceptionally hard to steer and control. I know truck beds can bounce, but this truck is way more than the norm!! the bounce has actually led to my 1st Tundra's bed to be out of square 1 1/2 . Further more , if you measure from the back of the cab to the top of the bed, there was a difference of 1 3/4 inches from the left and right side. Please help! Toyota has recognized the problem of the bed bounce, but refuses to help. This is a problem is serious and needs to be looked into immediately. Please call if you guys have any questions I will be glad to help. Thank you.

I have a 2008 Toyota Tundra, it has an excessive bounce that at times does not feel safe to drive. Dealer knows about the problem, Toyota is no longer working on the problem. Service dpt sees the bounce as normal(or is been told to say its normal) but its far from been normal or safe.

Rough ride, bed bounce this is the worst riding truck I have ever had. I cant even take my family for a ride. I have two kids and they both and up getting sick. I have talked with Toyota about it and said they are working on a fix. They are not saying they are going to fix it or they are not. They just told me they are aware of the problem. I hope they fix it soon or I will never buy a Toyota again. I have owned Toyotas since the 80s. I am very disappointed in the truck.

Driving southbound on 605(so call) between south & spring truck develops violent bounce. On some part of highway 710 similar problem exist. Toyota dealer said its normal. Please help us find a solution.

Extreme bouncing on the freeways. A couple of times I thought I had a flat tire. The family doesn't want to ride in it, it scares them. Me too. Toyota ought to be embarrassed over this one.