2003 Toyota Tacoma Unknown Or Other Problems
- 21
- 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
- unsafe drive · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 9 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
We bought a toyota tacoma off a used car lot unaware of the previous recall on the truck. We are now stuck with a undriveable vehical that is rusted through to the frame. It is in are yard. We still owe 10.000 for it and being forced to pay insurance for a vehical im not even able to use.
ODI 11281665
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Brought truck into body shop in june 2019 to have work done. They told me the frame on the truck was severely rusted in several places. They said it may be unsafe to drive. In 2016 (about 2.5 yrs ago) i brought the truck into the local toyota dealer to have frame inspected under a recall notice. At that time they told me that the frame was ok. In addition the truck was at the dealer in 2018 for another recall for…
ODI 11234167
Unknown Or Other
Engine warning light came on while driving early morning 9/7/18. Returned home and called local mechanic, supreme automotive. Made an appointment and took the truck in to have the problem diagnosed. Called later to tell me frame rust was too bad to remove certain bolts to test exhaust sensors. Unable to calculate a repair estimate. Since i had some experience with a 1999 tacoma that had extensive frame rust, which…
ODI 11128506
Unknown Or Other
Issue with etcs throttle body. Got code "p2112 throttle actuator 'a' stuck closed" after replacing the air/fuel ratio oxygen sensor (sensor 1 bank 1) and cleaning throttle body bore. Replaced new oxygen sensor with old sensor and low idle/stalling issue was not corrected.
ODI 11097725
Body · Unknown Or Other
During routine maintenance, my mechanic discovered the frame was completely shot, stating he was not even comfortable working under it! The rest of the truck is in reasonable condition, and it only has 111,000 miles on it. I called toyota customer svc ctr, but they were unwilling to do anything to address the problem. I feel they were obviously aware of the issue, because the agent explained they had a "limited svc…
ODI 11034658
Unknown Or Other
Frame is rusted and gas tank strap broke off. Was told by toyota there was recall for this but expired 2011. How can i get this fixed? This is my only vehicle. It was my late husband's until his death in april 2017.
ODI 11023679
Body · Unknown Or Other
Frame rails, left and right side, exhibiting rust thru. Safety issue; frame failure in future.(very near).
ODI 10983722
Body · Unknown Or Other
4 cylinder engine never dit frame recall it's so dangerous use toyota tacoma 2003 i do have 3 kids and dealers not help
ODI 10918903
Unknown Or Other
Rusting of the frame to the point of making the vehicle unsafe. This was discovered during the 150,000 mile service.
ODI 10882946
Unknown Or Other
Frame of truck is rotting away. Contacted toyota about issue and they stated that they had a program that ended in 2011 that addressed that issue. Has end date because it was not a recall but a suggestion by toyota. I would think that since the frame rotting away that would be a total recall due to safety hazards. Toyota has admitted to faulty frames by having the program but now will not address the problem
ODI 10816509
Body · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Frame has rusted thru by the leaf spring and other places. Toyota has a recall/campaing that covers the frame thru 2018. But they will not replaced frame because they said it was not undercoated during a specific time....they want $10,000 for new frame.. This is a known problem that should be fully recall.
ODI 10840117
Unknown Or Other
Own a 2003 toyota tacoma. Received toyota recall letter regarding frame corrosion rust issue in 2009. Brought tacoma to jafferian toyota dealership in haverhill, ma on 6/20/09 where they inspected tacoma and said it passed frame inspection. Brought truck to local mechanic for routine check who said that the back end of the frame was totally corroded by rust and unsafe to drive. Called jafferian toyota who we…
ODI 10778784
Unknown Or Other
While replacing some parts of the truck (2003 toyota tacoma), the exhaust and shocks, i noticed rust holes on the left and right sides of the frame near the rear tires. Also the right side of the rear cross member was rusted and broken. The following day, i brought the truck to a toyota dealership and explained the situation. They agreed to inspect the frame. When they looked up the vehicles vin, they noticed that…
ODI 10762005
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
I purchased this 2003 toyota tacoma 4 dr a few months ago i've been a toyota owner for more than 6 yrs as my previous trk was also a tacoma the body on this trk was spotless, no rust anywhere, the frame had surface rust but it didn't look too bad the trk needed tires & a bulb for safety. I felt like i had gotten lucky to get a nice dependable trk on the road. Within a month i noticed the trk was riding rougher. It…
ODI 10693987
Unknown Or Other
My beautiful 35,000$$$ tacoma 4x4. Is rusted and perforated i was not notified of the campaign ?? I went to get truck rust proofed and was informed the frame is rusted through.this truck has been babies never off road , no accidents and always maintained i took to toyota dealer who took pics to send to corporate. I also had to sign the work order that the truck is dangerous and unsafe to drive , i did not want to…
ODI 10670347
Body · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Frame recall for rust toyota did undercoat the frame and it did not dry for several years now all the undercoat is falling off and the frame is rusting worse than when it originally was worked on i took it back and was told as long as there are no holes they will not fix the rustproofing.
ODI 10925577
Unknown Or Other
Spare tire carrier part #04002-11104 has been recalled because of rust on the lift plate (campaign #12v54200). The lift cable (which attaches to the lift plate) is corroded and approximately half of the strands of the cable are broken, making it dangerous to attach the spare tire to it. Should this be included in a recall?
ODI 10760350
Structure · Unknown Or Other
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 toyota tacoma. There were 14 miles on the vehicle at the time of purchase. The contact stated that the paint was chipping on the vehicle. He filed a complaint with the manufacturer and they declined any liability for the failure. The current and failure mileages were less than 36,461. The vehicle also had frame rust. Updated 09/09/09.*jb
ODI 10277930
Unknown Or Other
I have a 2003, toyota tacoma, v6, 4x4, trd package. I was driving down the freeway and every now and then it is like i took my foot off the gas but i didn't! If i step on it, it is fine. *jb the problem: is throttle by wire throttle bodies on 03 and 04 tacomas. The accelerator petal position sensor assembly has a shaft onto which the lever for the accelerator cable is mounted with some return springs. This shaft…
ODI 10134442
Bumpers · Unknown Or Other
After my purchase of a new 2003 toyota tacoma pre-runner i quickly discovered my rear chrome bumper was rusting at the area where the license plate is displayed. I took my new truck to my local toyota dealer and was told that toyota recognized this was a problem but there was no recall issued on the problem and that i could continually use a type of steel wool to keep up with the rust as it was happening.…
ODI 10166420
Unknown Or Other
My truck had a recall that expired oct 2017 but i didn't find out about it till recent while doing some repairs the frame from the cab back is completely rotted away to the point that it is unsafe to drive so now i have a vehicle that is in exceptional shape but cant fix or sell i think that a deadline on safety is wrong and i should be compensated what the truck is worth
ODI 11123164