2002 Toyota Tacoma Frame And Members Problems
- 28
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- failure mileage · 10 records
- frame rust · 7 records
- repaired notified · 6 records
- approximate failure · 5 records
- rear passenger · 4 records
- skid plate · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was rotting on the vehicle. Mcgee toyota of dudley (191 w main st, dudley, ma 01571) and herb chambers toyota of auburn ([redacted], auburn, ma 01501) stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 154,000.
ODI 11093919
Frame And Members · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 12v542000 (tires) however, the contact was informed by the service technician that there was excessive corrosion to the subframe of the vehicle. The contact stated that the corrosion traveled from the front driver side suspension to the rear driver side suspension. The…
ODI 10795092
Frame And Members · Suspension · Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to the dealer (gerard toyota located on [redacted], new london, ct 06320) for service, the technician noticed corrosion on the rear passenger side frame and a crack in the rear passenger wheel. The shocks could be seen and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.…
ODI 10995611
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated there was a hole in the rear passenger side of the vehicle's frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 174,000.
ODI 10680534
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was undergoing routine service, the independent mechanic discovered that a rear section of the subframe was rusted and corroded. In addition, two brackets that secured the body to the subframe detached due to rust and corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 123,000.
ODI 10643815
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. While driving approximately 30 mph, the driver side frame detached and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The dealer stated that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.
ODI 10627086
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was being serviced for an unrelated repair, the mechanic noticed that the entire frame was completely rusted. The vehicle had not been repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 162,000.
ODI 10628193
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame near the rear passenger's side tire was rusted. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was told that the frame could not be repaired and that the vehicle should not be driven. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer and it was determined that the vehicle could be repaired at the contact's expense. The manufacturer was contacted but…
ODI 10494399
Frame And Members
The second toyota tacoma i have owned in one year failed on 02/28/2011. Both frames failed due to rust. Both problems were discovered during a routine oil change. Toyota bought back the first truck last summer, so i decided to buy another later model tacoma. The second tacoma problem occurred on a lift at auto choice in derry nh. The truck bent in half when the lift was raised. The mechanic has been in business for…
ODI 10386248
Frame And Members
Severely rusted frame and undercarriage components. Including the gas tank skid plate, had to replace rear bumper already as well. Also had to wire up the skid plate so it won't fly off into someone's wind shield. Brought it to a dealer in march and they inspected it and said all it needed was paint, so they painted it. Now just 8 months later and the skid plate is about to fall off! Just waiting for my brakes to…
ODI 10376779
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated the vehicle would not pass inspection due to extreme bumper and frame rust. The dealer performed a safety inspection on the vehicle yet it did not pass. The dealer advised the vehicle would be repaired at no cost to the contact however, the repair would take months. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle had not yet been repaired. The current and…
ODI 10347544
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer to be examined when he was informed that the frame under the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 74,000. Updated 09/02/11*lj updated 2/9/12 *cn
ODI 10408788
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that he received notification of nhtsa recall campaign id number: 05v225000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint) for frame rust and corrosion. The vehicle failed the manufacturers inspection and advised the contact that they would replace the frame at no cost to the contact. The frame was not available at the time and the contact was advised…
ODI 10335858
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be inspected because the subframe was corroded. The contact received a notice for an unrelated recall. The dealer inspected the vehicle per the recall and released the vehicle back to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The nhtsa campaign number was unknown. The approximate failure…
ODI 10616916
Frame And Members · Fuel System, Gasoline · Parking Brake · Power Train · Rear
Gas tank shield severely rusted. Under side of gastank is protected by a shield/skid plate. It is rusted so badly that when hit with a hammer the hammer goes right through. Presumably this shield is to protect the gas tank from debris and stones especially if the truck is used off road. I discovered this as i was inspecting the underside of the truck before dropping the truck off at the dealer to have the frame…
ODI 10297145
Frame And Members
I took my tacoma for its 95000 mile service, and they discover my sub-frame was rusted out and it was unsafe to drive. My truck has gone for service every 5000 miles for 7 years and no one ever noticed the rust. My complaint is that toyota does not cover the subframe in their frame rust problem. The dealer tried for 2 days to get them to include this in their 2001-2004 rust frame repair or buy back program. They…
ODI 10292674
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact took the vehicle in for routine inspection and was informed that the frame and members had excessive rust. The dealer replaced the o2 valve, but it did not remedy the structural failure. The manufacturer did not assist. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.
ODI 10272938
Frame And Members
I recently received a letter from toyota about a frame rusting problem they are having on tacoma trucks built between 2001-2004. The front bumper assembly on my truck was replaced soon after i purchased it because is was rusting from the underside. Now the rear bumper is rusting through from the underside as well. When i called toyota about their recent recall they said only the frame was included in the problem,…
ODI 10263117
Frame And Members
Excessive truck frame rust, 02 toyota tacoma truck, toyota has had problems with 95-04 tacoma's with the frames rusting, some getting bad enough to be a safety concern, with frame perforation. My truck is showing the early signs of frame rust, and will eventually get to the point where it could become a safety issue. I wanted to have nhtsa complaint on file in case the frame rust perforates the frame. *tr
ODI 10256195
Frame And Members
2002 toyota tacoma frame rot truck frame has rotted prematurely and toyota is being very difficult in getting information in the matter. Have refused provide a list of parts to be replaced etc. *tr
ODI 10254307
Frame And Members
I am the owner of a 2002 toyota tacoma, which i have been informed by my local dealership, that there is a repurchase program available. Problem is, i had my truck at the shop on nov 11, 2008, nobody has got in touch with me, i was told by toyota i would hear something in 45 days. Finally got through to toyota, now, the repurchase program is not available as of december 2008. They are wanting to replace my entire…
ODI 10254246
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to inspect the mainframe underneath the vehicle. The frame was rusted from one end to the other. A toyota representative advised him to have the metal plates welded on the frame, including the spring hangers. The spring hangers were unsafe because they were also rusted. The contact stated that if anything is welded on rust, it will…
ODI 10249508
Frame And Members
I have a 2002 toyota tacoma with a rusted frame which failed, but the dealership wrote "ok to drive" on my slip. I originally brought my vehicle in for inspection at a private auto shop on 8/12/08 and they told me to go to a toyota dealership right away to get my frame inspected. I went and the dealership turned me away, i asked why and they indicated that i did not have a case number. I called toyota and they gave…
ODI 10246941
Frame And Members
I bought my 2002 tacoma v6 4x4 double cab from a toyota dealership used in march of 2006. One thing i noticed is that the frame of the truck had excessive exterior rust build up. I used to be an automotive technician, and have always known that almost any toyota pickup truck has frame rust problems. It has been a well know fact for years and years. Why did toyota wait so long to post a recall on this problem.…
ODI 10236479
Frame And Members
I am the owner of a 2002 toyota tacoma truck. The vehicle has 53k miles on it and has excessive rust throughout the frame. The frame while not completely rusted through, has severe buildup around welds and joints. Toyota is recalling 1995-2000 tacoma trucks for this exact problem, but 2001-2004 models are excluded. This is a serious problem and should be included in toyota's current campaign. *tr
ODI 10235217