2000 Toyota Tundra Steering Problems
- 30
- 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 30 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- power steering · 15 records
- steering rack · 12 records
- steering fluid · 5 records
- rack pinion · 5 records
- rack rusted · 5 records
- ball joint · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 11 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes · Steering · Wheels
Front lower ball joint recall or lack thereof. There is a current recall for toyota tundras year 2002-2004 but does not include 2000-2001 that have lower ball joints of the same design. Mine failed and so have several others around the country. Many customers have reported that their respective dealerships will not cover the repairs due to a manufacturer failed lower ball joint. I have attached a photo of the result…
ODI 11222135
Steering · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Frame recall - the frame originally received the crc coating from kerry toyota during the frame recall (unknown recall number and time of application). The coating has failed and as a result the steering rack mounts have separated from the frame due to rust. The bolt and mounting point are still together, but broken from the crossmember. I was driving down the road when there was a sudden change in how the steering…
ODI 11013094
Frame And Members · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While driving at approximately 10 mph, the steering wheel was turned but the wheels would not turn. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the steering housing separated from the frame and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repairable because the frame was rusted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure…
ODI 10716170
Steering
Truck is very hard to steer at low speeds and doesn't correct when coming out of a turn. Steering wants to freeze up when making a u turn. I've heard that the ball joints can snap and send the truck careening out of control. I bought this truck specifically to have something safe for traveling long distances and cannot have a malfunction like this happen. *tr
ODI 10700937
Steering · Suspension
Driving home from work 1-28-2015 my 2000 toyota tundra,without warning the front driver side slammed to the ground sliding to a dead stop the tire jammed under the body of the truck,very frightening to think what if i was driving faster or if another car was coming towards you or from behind,after calling a tow truck and getting the vehicle off the ground we were able to see the ball joint failed. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10679817
Steering
On saturday, 11/1, i started my truck in my driveway, drove forward, and tried to turn onto the road, but i couldn't turn. I backed the truck into my driveway again. I looked in the truck's manual, bought the dexron fluid that it recommended, and put it in the power steering fluid reservoir, but the truck groaned when i tried to turn it. The next day, i put more fluid in the reservoir, but i could not turn it. When…
ODI 10654380
Steering · Suspension
My 2000 tundra truck is denied a safety inspection for corrosion of the vehicle frame. Toyota corp limited recall time period 4-2010 to 2012 resulted in a deliberate failure and nullify effective repairs to the substandard materials used on the steering, suspension and vehicle frame integrity. I contact toyota corp [redacted], [xxx], supervisor case management dept. For help to address the n.h.t.s.a safety concerns…
ODI 10552517
Body · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle was included and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v444000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired, the frame and tires felt at if they were not aligned properly. Additionally, the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The technician advised that the power steering…
ODI 10491828
Body · Power Train · Steering
Previous complaint not correct. Took vehicle to toyota newburgh ny for safety recall replace frame was told at time had to do power steering as leaking and rust and entire cost i had to pay though compain states they are responsible or they wouldn't pass inspection, i showed them. No other choice but to do & hope to recoupe later, yeah right. Truck went in complete frame was done remarkable fast, obvious why, as i…
ODI 10492320
Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering · Suspension · Underbody Shields
I had a recall letter from toyota regarding frame rust. It was to be done at no charge. When the dealer inspected the frame, they said the truck qualified for frame replacement at no charge. When the work was beginning, however, i received a phone call stating numerous parts had to be replaced because they were destroyed during the frame replacement process. I was told it was not negotiable and i would have to pay…
ODI 10467925
Steering · Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: under body shields). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who disassembled the entire vehicle and installed a new chassis, per the recall. The contact stated that after the repairs he could no longer tow his trailer. In addition, the evap system and the rack in pinion…
ODI 10490090
Steering
STEERING RACK RUSTED, NO POWER STEERING. *JS
ODI 10455816
Steering
Both left and right connecting rods which connect the lower front control arms to the front torsion bar on my 2000 toyota tundra 4x4 have broken off where the rod extends through the torsion bar. This vehicle is used primarily for highway driving and has not been abused or driven abusively in rough terrain. *tr
ODI 10378419
Frame And Members · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While driving approximately 50 mph, the power steering failed without warning. The steering wheel became increasingly difficult to steer. The contact moved the vehicle off the roadway and found that the power steering fluid was extremely low and refilled the fluid. The contact was able to locate a recall and believed the recall was associated with the failure he had…
ODI 10343235
Frame And Members · Steering
I had a 2000 toyota tundra shipped from massachusetts to where i live in montana. I bought it from a auto sales there whereby asking them before i even considered buying it if it had any rust issues. I was told no and the conversations i had throughout the dealing process i was confident that they were being upfront with me. I had it shipped to my son in denver and he shuttled it to me in sheridan, wyoming, where i…
ODI 10327237
Frame And Members · Steering
The rust on my 2000 tundra extends to more than just the rear cross member that my local dealer reported and toyota is willing to replace. I looked under the truck today and a lot of the front end is rusted away. The steering rack has rusted to the point of having a hole in it that pumps power steering fluid onto the road. Very dangerous. *tr
ODI 10307923
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph and decelerating the steering wheel began to vibrate excessively. The vehicle was difficult to control. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
ODI 10366463
Frame And Members · Steering · Suspension
2000 toyota tundra with 120k miles in concord ma. Recently the vehicle was making a noise while turning or hitting a bump. Upon inspection found the frame has corroded so badly the torsion bar is no longer attached to the frame. The rear end leaf spring mounts are also close to the point of failure. Reported this to toyota an received a case number (case #09102651), was told i would be contacted 3 days ago and have…
ODI 10289101
Frame And Members · Steering
I have a 2000 toyota tundra that has a rusted out and cracked rear cross member in the frame. The frame member holds the spare tire in place and while changing rear shocks at the end of september i noticed how rusted the cross member and the rest of the frame is, what is left of the cross member is cracking so i no longer have the tire under the truck. A mechanic verified this while he was under the truck replacing…
ODI 10289408
Frame And Members · Rear · Steering
I was told by service technician changing my oil that i had some very significant rust on the frame of my 2000 tundra. I have been finding rust flakes on my garage floor and after reading about people having frame failures i contacted the toyota customer center to see if there was any type of recall. They took my information and specifically asked if i had holes in the frame? Toyota representative was most cordial…
ODI 10284936
Steering · Structure
My 2000 toyota tundra failed inspection due to frame rust. The steering rack rusted through and is no longer attached to the frame. I was told not to drive the vehicle until it is repaired. The frame has many areas that are in similar condition. *tr
ODI 10284608
Automatic Transmission · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
8/3/2009 - steering rack lost all fluid while driving on a highway. Able to maintain control, brought to mechanic who replaced steering rack. 09/08/2009 - front brake lines corroded thru and lost all brake fluid while driving,brought to mechanic who replaced front and rear brake lines as all required replacement. 09/11/2009 - shift cable failed (corrosion) - able to get off the road and towed to mechanic. Frame and…
ODI 10293725
Frame And Members · Steering
1) power steering rack & pinion metal housing rust through causing total loss of steering fluid and loss of control of vehicle occurred aug 4 09. The repairs of the rack pinion are $1000 2) during inspection mechanic says rust of frame elements and suspension indicates unsafe driving even after repairs of steering gear. *tr
ODI 10280033
Frame And Members · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
I have a 2000 toyota tundra. It suffers from severe frame and undercarriage rust. The rust and metal is literally flaking off in large sheets. My steering fluid lines corroded and burst causing loss of fluid and power steering at highway speeds last fall. This spring my rusted brake line burst and caused complete loss of brakes. My wife was coming out of a business onto a four lane highway. She had to drive it into…
ODI 10291183
Frame And Members · Steering
Toyota tundra year 2000 original owner 129,000 miles frame under motor that steering rack attaches to rusted out to the point where toyota says its unsafe to drive and sent pictures to toyota to open a case. No program yet to fix or compensate owners at this time. Maybe in the future there will be not now when what do i do? Need your help!
ODI 10268978