Problems with 2000 Toyota Tacoma STRUCTURE

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tacoma. while the contact was getting the tires changed, she was informed that the rear frame was severely rusted. the contact took the vehicle to a body shop and was informed of an unknown recall regarding the rust on the vehicle. the contact called mike johnson's hickory toyota (located at 435 us highway 70 se, hickory, nc 28602, 828-330-9538) and was informed that the rear frame needed to be replaced. the repair was once covered under a warranty enhancement program that advised dealers to coat the frame with a rust coating to prevent rust from forming. the contact was also informed that the warranty was expired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed what the dealer stated. the approximate failure mileage was 180,000. *ln*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tacoma. the contact stated that the frame of the chassis was corroded. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 123,000.

Frame corrosion safety recall oct 24 2011. dealership applied corrosion treatment that did not solve the problem. passenger side rear frame corrosion has caused shock mount to break off causing vehicle instability. other section of frame also compromised by corrosion in spite of dealership ok.

Frame cracked on driver side of truck. upon inspection the entire frame is rusted through.

The whole frame is rotting out with perforation of the metal, it's falling apart. i'm able to poke holes in the frame with my finger and the rust goes along the whole weld line down the frame on the underside as well as holes throughout the sides of the frame.

I have a 2000 toyota tacoma, frame is so rusted its not safe to drive. toyota says they cant do anything to resolve issue. something has to be done!!! toyota needs to take responsibility for there mistakes, and fix these recall issues before someone gets hurt!! i have bought toyota's all my life never had any issues until now, these rusty frames are unacceptable!!!

Tl* the contact's daughter owns a 2000 toyota tacoma. the contact stated that the check engine indicator was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to auto zone where it was determined that the o2 sensor needed to be replaced. the contact's friend was repairing the vehicle and noticed rust on the bottom of the frame. as a result, the contact's friend was unable to tighten the sensor completely, which caused fumes to enter the cabin of the vehicle when driving. the contact called lou fusz toyota (located at 10725 manchester rd, kirkwood, mo 63122, (314) 966-5404). the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 136,000.

My tacoma was brought to toyotaworld newark in nov. 2011 for a rust problem and they coated the frame with corrosion preventive compound and promised that the coating would fix the problem. in nov. 2015 it was brought in again because rust was present. dealership would not do anything because it was out of warranty by 3 months (toyota knew my vin, yet did not notify) toyota never recalled 1995-2004 tacomas even though they bought back and conducted frame repairs on some vehicles through those years. i bought this vehicle in may 2017. there was some rust but it didn't look like it was that bad. last week i notiiced 2 cracks in the frame, one on the left frame and one on the right frame. i took it to shore toyota in nj and they said it was under warranty (because work was done in 2011 and the 15 year warranty applied from the time rust was an issue) and they would call me about a rental car the next day. when they didn't call, i called them and they said it wasn't under warranty. i asked if they would give me an estimate and i wanted to have ...

2000 toyota tacoma. consumer writes in regards to toyotas rust recall. *ld consumer sent additional correspondence. *ld

My toyota tacoma was on a lift, and extensive rusting of the frame was noticed, including two holes (one passenger side, one driver side) anterior to the rear wheels. i stopped by the toyota dealership and they gave me the number of toyota customer care. toyota customer care told me their was a recall that ended in 2011. when i told them i never received a recall notice and that i was the original owner living at the same address for almost 30 years, i was told the sometimes they notify the department of motor vehicles! to me at least, this is "passing the buck," shirking their responsibility. i was given a case number, and i emailed the ceo of toyota north america. i have not as yet heard a response, as it is the christmas and new year holidays. i plan to pursue this with my attorney. there should be not "statute of limitations" on safety.

The frame is rusted to the point it is unsafe to drive 140,000 miles on vehicle

My frame is rusted really bad and my front motor mont is rusted away

This truck was check out at a toyota dealer in 2014 or 2013 i do not recall the date but they said the frame and suspension is ok but as of 6-2017. they frame is very rusted and i am afraid to drive this vehicle any more . and i am afraid to sell this to any body for safety issues ,

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tacoma. the contact noticed that the entire frame of the vehicle was fractured. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was contacted at 800-331-4331 and stated that the vin was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 118,124.

Frame is rusting through. despite toyota deeming it unaffected, and applying a coat of undercoating to it for free, it is now rusted through.