2006 Toyota Tacoma Underbody Shields Problems
- 48
- 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
- rust frame · 13 records
- frame rust · 6 records
- frame rusted · 6 records
- severe rust · 5 records
- same problem · 5 records
- failure mileage · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 16 |
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 9 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Underbody Shields
The frame on my 2006 tacoma is showing moderate rust after 78,000 miles. I don't live in a cold weather state. I've probably only driven it on salted roads for a couple of weeks in maybe 2 of the winters i've owned it. The rust is worst above where the rear leaf springs are, but basically the entire frame shows sign of rusting. The tacoma is terrible compared to the ford f-250 that we've had for the same amount of…
ODI 10550035
Underbody Shields
The truck was taken to a service garage for the required annual state of maine safety inspection. The results disclosed severe rusting of the frame, engine mounts, and cab mounts. Because there were no perforations in the frame, the vehicle passed inspection. The mechanic advised that the truck is in imminent need of frame replacement. *tr
ODI 10549673
Suspension · Underbody Shields
While changing the oil on my 2006 toyota tacoma, i notices significant rust on the frame of my truck. I scraped at some and chunks fell off revealing a weakened frame. My spare has not been able to hold air and upon inspection the entire metal area that holds the tire in place is rusted. The mileage is under 90k i would like to have this documented as i have been reading other complaints from 2006 tacoma owners they…
ODI 10535856
Underbody Shields
Vehicle frame: approximately one to two years ago began to notice excessive rust on vehicle frame. Corrosion is significantly more than what would be expected for a vehicle less than eight years old. Parts attached to frame also excessively corroded. Concerned for overall safety and integrity of vehicle at this point. Suspension and leaf springs point of contact with frame are corroded. All nuts/bolts attached to…
ODI 10622279
Underbody Shields
My 2006 toyota tacoma frame has rusted apart in four places. Two repair facilities deemed it unsafe to drive. I am devastated!!! Please help. I have heard of many, many cases of this and toyota should be held liable. My truck only had 60,000 miles when the problem began, now it has 90,000 and is undrivable. Please help! *tr
ODI 10577484
Underbody Shields
On 5/18/13, while preparing to service this truck, i found that the front frame crossmember had severe rust damage. On further inspection, i saw that the mount for the lower control arm on the frame had completely disintegrated; there was very little metal left to hold the control arm in place. This was on the left side of the vehicle. I checked the same mount on the right side and found that it too had rust…
ODI 10513641
Underbody Shields
The underside of my truck has so much rust that the spare wheel and tire will not hold air. I notified toyota customer service and was told they couldn't do any thing about it because the warranty had expired. I expect the tire and wheel to fall out and cause an accident at any time.
ODI 10519289
Underbody Shields
Severe frame rust caused vehicle to fail inspection. Had hole repaired by certified welder, to allow it to pass inspection. He noted a number of other spots which will go bad in next 1-3 years. *tr
ODI 10556159
Underbody Shields
Frame has rusted through. Truck will no longer pass pa state inspection. Had welding done to repair but there are numerous other areas on frame with severe rust. Would like to see this addressed by toyota before it causes a crash. *tr
ODI 10489349
Underbody Shields
I took my 2006 tacoma in for my yearly pennsylvania inspection only to find out that two separate places wont pass it because the frame is rusted out. Toyota knows about the problem and has covered previous years.i called toyota only to be told it was my problem and they wont fix it since its not in the covered years. All they gave me was a reference # (1212040621) and the address for their legal dept so i could…
ODI 10487326
Underbody Shields
The frame of my 2006 tacoma is rusting severely, especially the welds that hold the frame together. I took my truck to the toyota dealership and they told me there is nothing wrong with 'surface rust' and it's 'normal', even though it is obvious that the problem is a galvanic reaction and will eventually cause structural failure. The two previous generation tacoma's had the same problems. There are hundreds of…
ODI 10490098
Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that he took the vehicle to a mechanic to have routine maintenance performed when the mechanic stated that the chassis was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for further inspection but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but was unable to provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 110,000. Updated 11/26/13*lj
ODI 10548224
Underbody Shields
2006 toyota tacoma has outrageous rust to frame. I have read the previous complaints about this subject by other people and it's more of pretty much same problem. I just can't believe that there isn't an investigation into this by the government. This kind of rust is not normal by any standard. I have seen many makes and models of pick up trucks five years older than this one with little or no rust to their frames.…
ODI 10478636
Underbody Shields
This complaint is presently filed under "suspension", but should be filed under "structure: frame and members". The following is what is printed under the "suspension" file: despite washing, scraping/wire brushing, spot priming and painting the truck frame once per year, the frame from just in front of the axle, all the way forward, both sides, is severely corroded. The front cross piece is totally disintegrated.…
ODI 10462556
Engine · Underbody Shields
Around the end of april my tacoma started making a horrible noise whenever i backed up. After some searching around i found my fan was rubbing on its cover. Next i looked into why on some forums, so after some research i discovered its do too a broken motor mount. I got under my truck and true to behold my motor mount had collapsed into the frame. This is a well known issue with 05-06 tacoma's yet toyota wont do…
ODI 10458125
Underbody Shields
Heavy rust on vehicle frame. The front tow bar is rusted through. You can see the threads of one of the bolts that mounts the skid bars through the frame. Heavy rusting of frame mostly in the front under the engine. The frame is rusting from the inside out. This is evident when you wipe the inside rails of the frame and rust deposits are found. The tow bar is hollow and multiple 2-3in long by 1/8-1/4in pieces have…
ODI 10608252
Engine And Engine Cooling · Underbody Shields
The frame at the rf motor mount broke and the engine dropped so that the fan is hitting the shroud of the radiator, there seems to be a weakness in the weld location that the manufacturer changed on the 2007 frame in this location of the motor mount area. The dealer/manufacturer toyota is not warranting this defect , there are a lot of complaints on the internet, i hope they also filed with the nhtsa. *tr
ODI 10454031
Underbody Shields
I have an 06 tacoma pre-runner, which i have noticed to have some excessive rust on the frame. After having some work done on my truck, my mechanic asked if there has been a recall on this truck for the frame rusting, because it should not be this bad. After researching, i have found that they had recalled earlier models for the same problem. So what about the newer models? Now i am concerned about the safety of the…
ODI 10460219
Suspension · Underbody Shields
The frame and most of the mechanical components attached to the frame on my 2006 toyota tacoma pick up are rusting very rapidly, it has approx. 45,000 miles on it. At the rate it is rusting i feel it is going to be a safety issue down the road with the frame cracking or a mechanical problem. *tt
ODI 10444517
Underbody Shields · Wheels
The frame on my 2006 tacoma is totally rusted! The finish on my wheels is peeling off as well!!!! Total crap!! *tr
ODI 10472856
Suspension · Underbody Shields
In 09 noticed my 3year old trucks frame was rusting on the frame. Rust was to the point that frame was swelling and flakes of metal were falling off to the touch. Took truck to dealer where it was inspected. They said there was nothing they could do and recommended sanding rustproofing and paint. Despite taking action against rust frame has continued to corrode in other locations such as welds where shocks are…
ODI 10436696
Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. The contact noticed an excessive amount of rust on the frame and contacted the manufacturer. The manufacturer advised him to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The dealer stated that they would keep an eye on the rust yet the contact stated that the rust became progressively worse. No repairs were performed. The current mileage was approximately 32,900 and the…
ODI 10401290
Rim · Underbody Shields · Wheels
The vehicle frame and included tow hitch and misc areas of the undercarriage are extremely rusted to the point of cracking and flaking metal. Also of a less serious concern, the alloy rims are heavily corroded, both conditions were noticed within two years of ownership. I am the original and sole vehicle owner. I will be mailing pictures along with a hard copy of this form to the address below. Updated 02/01/12*lj…
ODI 10444229