2002 Toyota Tacoma Body Problems
- 94
- 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.
Among these 94 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 30 records
- repaired failure · 16 records
- unsafe drive · 14 records
- frame rusted · 13 records
- approximate failure · 13 records
- needed replaced · 12 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 35 |
| 100–150k mi | 26 |
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the front and rear subframe were corroded. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,566.
ODI 10767402
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to have the recall repair performed; however, the recall repair was unable to be performed due to excessive rust on the subframe. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.
ODI 10715949
Body · Suspension
I purchased a tacoma truck december 2014 with an undercoated frame, and was unaware the frames in these trucks rot out, it is now april i look under the truck and see the frame is completely rotten out to the point where there is holes every where and you can poke your fingers holes will develop, i contacted toyota they don't want to even touch the truck, i feel very unsafe driving the truck. *tr
ODI 10703636
Body
The chasis on the truck is rusting out.the majority of rust is near and around both rear tires. There was a recall but toyota will not honor the recall. The vehicle only has 83000+ miles
ODI 10838121
Body · Suspension
Purchased this truck 4 months ago for $10,900. Found no evidence of recalls on this truck on carfax and toyotas recall website. It is a great truck in pristine condition. However, after talking to a friend who has a 2004 tacoma he informed me that there was a recall and that his frame was sprayed to prevent corrosion. I called up toyota to see if it had been done on mine and they said no. I asked why they were…
ODI 10692586
Body
I purchased a used 2002 toyota tacoma in february of 2015 only to find out the frame had serious rust issues. I found out through my own investigation that the truck had been traded in to the local toyota dealer and they knew it had rust issues. They proceeded to sell the truck at auction knowing it could be dangerous! I bought the truck from a used car dealer. Upon being told about the frame rust issue by my…
ODI 10896430
Body · Leaf Spring Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame from the rear leaf spring hanger was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 11/01/16*lj
ODI 10849733
Body
I purchased this vehicle from motorcars of lansing on 12/5. The only disclosure was rust on bumper. Everything else appeared ok until i had it checked for rust. When hit with a hammer the frame fell apart. I called the dealer & they said "sorry the recall expired in 2011". I contacted toyota directly who told me the same thing. Basically i'm stuck with a vehicle i can't drive because it's not safe. What i don't…
ODI 10668226
Body
I own a 2002 toyota tacoma. The vehicle was taken to a tire shop and the technician noticed that the frame of the vehicle had a considerable amount of rust. The dealer diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced due to the rust and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle needs to repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 150,000.
ODI 10928779
Body
At the yearly required state inspection the vehicle failed due to the frame being rusted out with holes. It appears to be a very common issue with this vehicle. *tr
ODI 10652144
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame was completely corroded. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the frame of the vehicle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mile was 100,000.
ODI 10648454
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected, the technician made him aware that the frame had completed rusted and cracked. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.
ODI 10630770
Body
Driving at 35 mph went over bump leaf spring went up through frame causing vehicle to become out of control. Vehicle was inspected at valenti toyota in westerly ri and vehicles frame is rotted. *tr
ODI 10640242
Body · Suspension
Part of the frame suddenly broke from the frame rail under the driver's side of the vehicle, resulting in a significant portion of material loosing all structural integrity. This was due, it seems, to a manufacturing defect in the frame quality leading to excessive rot and rust. The vehicle is now structurally unsound and thus unable to be driven safely. *tr
ODI 10629040
Body
FRAME CRACKED AT RIGHT REAR BOX RAIL... *TR
ODI 10616083
Body
Excessive frame rust. I brought it into a toyota dealer for an inspection for rust to the spare tire carrier. The dealer refused to perform the inspection because they said the frame was too rusty for them to safely perform the inspection. *tr
ODI 10617916
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame and chassis were corroded. The contact was also concerned that the spare tire would become detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer advised the contact that there were no open recalls on the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 212,000.
ODI 10585635
Body
Informed by dealer that frame is rusted through and truck is unsafe to drive. Also informed that there had been a service bulletin for this problem. But my truck is no longer eligible for repair under the voluntary service recall (of which i was never notified), as it had expired. I think toyota should be responsible. They recognized their defective product; however my truck is ineligible for repair because they get…
ODI 10561372
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for unrelated repairs when he was advised that the sub-frame was severely corroded. As a result, the technician advised the contact that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 110,000.
ODI 10555743
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for service under nhtsa campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The contact was advised that the vehicle could not be service under the recall because of excessive corrosion. The contact stated that he was never advised of corrosion when the vehicle was inspected in 2010 for a manufacturer's warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10554600
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. While undergoing a state inspection, the vehicle could not be placed on the lift because the frame was severely rusted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 1/12/2016 *cn *tr
ODI 10788262
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the rear frame was deteriorated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that they would not repair the problem. The contact stated that the dealer informed him that the vehicle was included in a manufacturer's recall and several notices had been sent however, the contact failed to have the vehicle serviced per the recall. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10553908
Body · Steering · Suspension
After having my 2002 toyota tacoma off the road and garaged for the past 3 years, i was getting the truck ready to be driven on the road again. I am the original owner. I took the truck off the road because my job was eliminated in october 2010. After changing the oil last weekend in my garage i noticed an abnormal amount of rust on the frame. In fact, so much rust that the rubber body mount block on top of the rear…
ODI 10544893
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame had started to deteriorate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician applied an undercoating to the frame. The contact stated that the coating eventually wore off. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
ODI 10563962
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for state inspection when he was advised that the front area of the frame was severely corroded. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the frame was not safely coated therefore, they denied assistance with any repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 161,250.
ODI 10552390