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2000 Toyota Tundra Frame And Members Problems

340
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 340 stored complaint records:

  • 6 indicate a crash
  • 2 indicate injury
  • 0 indicate fire

What owners report

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
100–150k mi116
60–100k mi97
150–400k mi47
30–60k mi21
1–30k mi8

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • October 13, 2008 · 88,000 miles

    Frame And Members · Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Leaf Spring Assembly

    Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While the contact was having his vehicle inspected, he was informed that there were 2 rust holes in the frame near the rear end of the vehicle. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The contact stated that the rear brake lines previously needed to be replaced due to rust. The current mileage was 88000 and the failure mileage was 85000. Updated 11/9/09. *nj…

    ODI 10289144

  • October 10, 2008 · 150,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    Last year i was driving my 2000 toyota tundra and heard a thud from the rear of my truck. I pulled over to discover my spare tire hanging from the supporting cable. Apparently, the support frame for the spare tire disintegrated from corrosion to the point where it could no longer support the weight of the spare tire and failed. Luckily the cable did not fail and kept the spare attached with the truck. After further…

    ODI 10290421

  • September 28, 2008 · 63,539 miles

    Frame And Members

    Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated that there was a considerable amount of corrosion on the sub-frame. He is concerned that the manufacturer is aware of the failure and refuse to offer the consumers any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 63,539.

    ODI 10285512

  • September 18, 2008 · 100,000 miles

    Frame And Members · Steering

    Well at 48,000 my master cylinder stopped working. Sept of 08 the rack and pinion steering rotted away and i also noticed my frame rotting back in 05.. And now i can peel metal of my frame. I just put 1800 dollars into a dyeing horse... I bought toyota for a reason. They built some trucks on frames knowing they were no good in new england weather.... Please help ... *tr

    ODI 10289394

  • September 16, 2008 · 89,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    Rust on the frame of my 2000 toyota tundra is excessive at and surrounding the area the bed is attached to as well as where the suspension attaches. The rust has not yet perforated the frame but large 1/8 inch thick flakes of rusty metal fall from the frame when touched lightly. I was told the rust will likely prevent the vehicle from passing nh state inspection this october. *tr

    ODI 10266784

  • September 12, 2008

    Frame And Members

    The frame on my 2000 toyota tundra is rusting aggressively and although i have not yet had any problems or related failures, the integrity of the chassis is questionable. The connection points for the leafspring and body mounts have layers of metal peeling off and its undetermined how much strength has been compromised. I have sent a letter and photos to toyota regarding the matter, they acknowledged the letter but…

    ODI 10267579

  • September 1, 2008 · 53,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra/sr5. In september of 2008 the vehicle rear and front frame began corroding, which caused the power steering fluid to leak. He contacted the manufacturer, and a representative stated that there may be a recall in the future for the failure. However he made some replacements under and around the vehicles bed area. Recently he noticed the check engine oil light illuminated on…

    ODI 10288535

  • August 22, 2008 · 75,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    2000 toyota tundra with extensive frame rust. Bolts all rusted. Nothing has been done to repair. Have contacted toyota dealership, but there is no recall. *tr

    ODI 10286831

  • August 18, 2008 · 73,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for routine inspection and was informed that the frame had excessive rust. The manufacturer did not assist. The failure mileage was 73,000 and current mileage was 75,600.

    ODI 10268183

  • August 5, 2008 · 85,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    2000 toyota tundra - the frame/undercarriage has major rust problems. My mechanic said it will not pass the next inspection and i should contact a toyota dealer about the problem. I feel tundras should be included in the buy-back that toyota is doing for the tacoma owners, since it has the same problem. If toyota wants to uphold its reputation, it needs to stand by its vehicles and their owners. *tr

    ODI 10236982

  • July 30, 2008 · 125,164 miles

    Frame And Members · Steering

    I had to replace my power steering rack due to rust. This was done in july of 2008. When the service tech (actually all in shop) looked at it, they said they had never seen anything like it. The part was literally crumbling in their hands. Now in nov. Of 2009, i read that toyota is saying that this truck did not receive the proper rust protection when built. I am a long standing toyota owner. This i hoped to handled…

    Crash reported

    ODI 10293769

  • July 18, 2008 · 123,292 miles

    Frame And Members

    I was driving my 2000 toyota tundra, luckily at about 35 mph on a two lane country road, when i heard a loud noise and felt as though i ran over something almost losing control of my vehicle. The spare time and sub frame fell right off the frame of the truck! My toyota dealership confirmed that the sub frame did indeed rust out but there was nothing they could do because the warranty had expired and recommended i…

    ODI 10238711

  • July 14, 2008 · 95,000 miles

    Frame And Members · Tires

    Was driving at 65 mph on the highway and my spare tire that is mounted beneath the truck fell off and fortunately bounced off the road instead of into oncoming traffic. I inspected the frame in the area of the tire mount and found it to be almost entirely corroded. There is similar corrosion on the frame in the vicinity of the rear axle, however it is not quite as bad.*tr

    ODI 10291624

  • July 5, 2008

    Frame And Members

    2000 tundra sr5 truck was inspected at ira toyota on july 5th 2008. Reason was my normal inspection in june(birthday) found a lot of rust on frame and was second time the state inspector mentioned it!!! He stated it may not pass in future . When i bought truck in 2005 i never got to look under vehicle. Toyota said the tundra isn't on a recall list so i would have to go to local body shop to have it checked.…

    ODI 10266989

  • July 1, 2008 · 80,120 miles

    Frame And Members · Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

    Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a technician concluded that the brake lines and the frame corroded which caused him to lose brake power and fluid. The brakes were replaced. The dealer informed him three weeks ago that they had to submit pictures of the frame failures to toyota and would contact him with a response. The failure mileage was 80,120.updated 11/13/09.*lj…

    ODI 10287230

  • June 23, 2008 · 76,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    Excessive frame rusting on a 2000 toyota tundra, it is the material used for the frame. The rust comes off in large wafers. I am a mechanical engineer and i am very concerned about the integrity of the frame. *tr

    ODI 10232452

  • June 13, 2008 · 108,809 miles

    Frame And Members

    Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the frame rail was rotting near the rear passenger side cab mount. There was a hole in the frame. The vehicle is still able to be driven, but poses a safety hazard. The dealer stated that a new frame was needed and advised the contact to stop driving the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 108,809.

    ODI 10243897

  • June 12, 2008 · 108,499 miles

    Frame And Members

    My 2000 toyota tundra with 108,499 miles on it. I had it in for serviced when it was lifted up i was told that a big piece of my frame fell off and that the frame was buckled and it looked very poor. At this time i didn't see any holes in it. I called toyota customer service and they said that there are no problems with the frames on the toyota tundra. Just the tacoma's. The lady stated that i could take it to…

    ODI 10232039

  • June 9, 2008 · 55,000 miles

    Frame And Members · Fuel System, Other

    We own 2000 toyota tundra w/55,000 miles. Purchased & serviced by same toyota dealer. Took for routine service 6/9/08 & concern gas tank leaking. Told us "not worth fixing" toyota rep came & took pictures. The dealer said per the rep toyota is going to buy it back. If we need a rental toyota would pay since it's unsafe to drive. Frame is badly rusted through & pitted. We inspected & found where the frame measured…

    ODI 10239585

  • June 1, 2008

    Frame And Members

    I have a 2000/2001 tundra with the very problem your investigation started on 10/6/2009 is looking into. The drivers side rear frame and passenger to a lesser degree is rotted away. To the point that the shock mounts are no longer connected rendering the truck un safe to drive because of handling issues. I can supply pictures. *tr

    ODI 10287309

  • June 1, 2008 · 160,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact heard a noise in the rear of the vehicle and thought it was a back shock. When he took the vehicle to the dealer, he was informed that the rear driver's side frame was rotted. The dealer stated that nothing could be done because the vehicle was out of warranty. He has been unable to drive the vehicle because he believes the rear end is going to fall off. The…

    ODI 10236366

  • May 28, 2008 · 110,000 miles

    Body · Frame And Members

    There is severe rust of the frame, truck bed and body. *tr

    ODI 10266776

  • May 21, 2008 · 70,000 miles

    Frame And Members

    2000 toyota tundra. Excessive frame rust. Notified dealer in 2005 that frame had excessive rust. Dealer said there was nothing they could do. I contacted toyota in may 2008( file# 200805210214) to explain the problem and they (toyota) told me that they were not in any position to help with this problem. *tr

    ODI 10267007

  • May 11, 2008

    Frame And Members

    Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While driving 20 mph, the contact heard a mild grinding noise coming from one of the wheels. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the technician stated that the frame was rusted up to 16 inches in some places on the frame. The technician advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact took the vehicle to the frame dealer and was informed to…

    ODI 10256934

  • May 3, 2008

    Frame And Members

    EXCESSIVE RUST ON FRAME. *TR

    ODI 10226561