2003 Toyota Tacoma Tires Problems
- 12
- 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 12 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- spare tire · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Structure · Tires
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that there was extensive premature rust and corrosion associated with the frame of the vehicle. A mechanic indicated that the frame would need to be welded and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vin was included, but the contact was not notified of nhtsa campaign number: 12v542000 (tires). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
ODI 10972024
Structure · Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire · Tires
I have a toyota tacoma 2003 took it in for a recall on the spare tire carrier lift plate. Told them i heard of recall or safety issue on the frame, they said it expired. Left the truck to do recall i took it in for. They called said couldn't do the recall i brought it in for because the frame was so bad, and that they couldn't believe i was still driving the truck and that it really is a safety hazard. I asked why…
ODI 10920425
Structure · Tires
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tacoma. The contact stated the frame was corroded. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic. The mechanic stated the frame would had to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 163,000. Updated 11/21/13*cn
ODI 10551885
Air Bags · Structure · Tires
Letter to the secretary from re complaint regarding the safety of the 2003 toyota tacoma *tgw the consumer stated while driving, another vehicle slid into his vehicle and he hit the passenger front tire of the other vehicle at 40 mph. The air bags failed to deploy. The consumer also stated the tires and front fender ratio had a design defect. The consumer was injured in the accident. *jb..updated 01/31/12..updated…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10423465
Bead · Tires
I have had 3 out of 4 tires purchased in 9/08 develop large "bubbles" at the rim and 1 one of them went flat. The others were noticed and changed and all tires had tears in them that were not visible when the tires were on the rim. The first tire had around 25000 miles on it when it developed a large bubble while we were traveling. The receipt from the dealership that replaced the tire said it had a cut in it. Last…
ODI 10346385
Frame And Members · Tires
Wednesday april 14,2010 at approximately 8:30 am while i was getting onto a highway (101 e/b in bedford nh) my spare tire broke off from the underbed carrier. There was a motorcyclist right behind me that had to make a evasive action to avoid being hit by my spare tire. The plate had rusted out. *tr
ODI 10326121
Tires · Underbody Shields
2003 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle frame rust recall notice issues. *smd the consumer stated the mechanic discovered the frame on the front driver's side near the spring hanger was rusted. In september 2009, the vehicle was inspected and no rust was found. In january 2009, the spare tire carrier was replaced. *jb
ODI 10714820
Suspension · Tires
Dt: the contact stated a recall letter was received pertaining to the lower ball joints. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall on 12/27/05 where the ball joints were replaced and the vehicle was realigned. The vehicle began to shimmy after about three month later and it was taken to an independent repair shop. The front tires were balance which resulted in difficulty of steering due to the tires…
ODI 10160817
Tires
While rotating the tires on my new 2003 toyota tacoma p/u for the first time (6,000 miles), i noticed a buldge in the drivers side front tire (goodyear wangler hp p205/75r15) local goodyear dealer(auto world) called goodyear, they said no warranty, but they will sell me a replacement tire at there cost of $97.00 (as if i'll buy another goodyear tire)! How many have to be hurt or injured before something is done! Or…
ODI 10078290
Sidewall · Tires
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with goodyear dunlop tires, size 215/70/15. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph the tire pressure warning indicator illuminated and a loud noise emitted outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact noticed that the rear passenger's side tire exploded. The spare tire…
ODI 10577931
Tires
While driving 55 mph, the left front tire exploded. The consumer was able to pull over to the shoulder and called road side assistance to change the tire.*ak three days later the left rear tire blew out, the consumer was told that the spare tire was in the process of about to fail as well. The next day, toyota had the vehicle towed and all 5 tires were replaced. *cb *jb
ODI 10048009
Lugs/Nuts/Bolts · Tires
Driver replaced front driver's side tire . Three studs broke while checking the wheel due to corrosion. Dealership was aware of the problem.*ak
ODI 10042782