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
- Underbody Shields · 3 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 116 |
| 60–100k mi | 97 |
| 150–400k mi | 47 |
| 30–60k mi | 21 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Frame And Members
Local mechanic informed me of tremendous amount of rust on frame, which if not fixed would not pass 09 inspeciton. Metal shearing off in large sheets. *tr
ODI 10245783
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact noticed that the entire frame exhibited excessive rust corrosion. There were no prior warnings. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the frame was not suitable for repair. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they could not repair the frame. The failure mileage was 100,000…
ODI 10272755
Body · Frame And Members · Structure
Very concerned about the rust under my 2000 toyota tundra. It was inspected for the initial bed rust in jan 08 by my local dealer after a local reputable body shop agreed with me that things were not right underneath. Dealer rep dismissed my concerns and did nothing. Now i'm reading about these things falling apart. The below incident date is the date of the inspection. I intend to have another inspection by the…
ODI 10267576
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The frame underneath the vehicle has corroded. The corrosion caused the brakes to fail and the vehicle crashed into a bus. There were no reported injuries. The manufacturer stated that since the vehicle was registered in california, he was ineligible for a free remedy. The vehicle is registered in california but has been in michigan for the past three years. The current…
Crash reported
ODI 10293982
Frame And Members
I took my vehicle in for a safety inspection. The mechanic informed me that i had rust on the frame and that if it got much worse it would not pass inspection. *tr
ODI 10246515
Frame And Members
2000 toyota tundra severe frame corrosion that leaves rust stains on my garage floor. We need to admit that the plating process for these frames was deficient. *tr
ODI 10323991
Frame And Members · Steering
I have a 2000 tundra on which the frame is rotting away. Can you help by forcing a recall like they did with 95 -01 tacomas. *tr
ODI 10287052
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. There was excessive corrosion on the frame, sub frame, brake lines and the spare tire mounting brackets. The manufacturer was notified, and he was given case# 0910113943. He was awaiting a response from the public relations manager. The failure mileage was 118,000.
ODI 10286918
Frame And Members
I have extreme rusting problems on frame rails and spring shackles over rear axle on my 2000 tundra. I have large chunks 2"' x 3" flaking off the rails and the shackles are now very thin. I may not be able to drive it much longer. *tr
ODI 10267542
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was being inspected in 2007, the contact was informed that the frame of the vehicle was rusting severely. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the entire frame needed to be replaced. The current mileage was 22,500 and failure mileage was 16,000. Updated 08/31/09 *bf updated 09/09/09*jb
ODI 10279438
Frame And Members
The frame of my 2000 toyota tundra has excessive corrosion. The running board (bar) corroded and fell off 2 years ago, and the frame was rusted enough to make replacement unfeasible. The truck has less than 56,000 miles on it. *tr
ODI 10266781
Frame And Members
I own a 2000 toyota tundra limited with an unusual amount of frame rail rust especially around the hangars that attach to the axles. I've been told by st cloud mn toyota that there's nothing they can do. *tr
ODI 10286225
Frame And Members
The frame on my 2000 toyota tundra is just as rusty as alot of the tacomas being bought back by toyota. I feel toyota should add the tundras to their inspection list. *tr
ODI 10226876
Frame And Members
I own a 2000 toyota tundra sr5 extended cab. The frame is in terrible condition due to large chunks of rust falling off it and springs are rusting in the same manner which leaves me fearful for myself and any passengers safety. Every time i go far an inspection i hold my breath for passing. I noticed the excessive rusting about two years ago. I have roughly 73,000 miles on this truck and it's been garage kept here…
ODI 10282729
Frame And Members
Failure of frame in 2000 toyota tundra. First noticed large amounts of metal flaking off in early 2007. Notified toyota and they did nothing. Spare tire fell off bottom of truck in my driveway. Noticed a crack in the frame and took it to be welded, and was told that my spare tire crossmember could come off in its entirety, that two of my cab mounts were no longer intact and that the others were hanging by a thread,…
ODI 10284761
Frame And Members
2000 toyota tundra truck my frame is rusting away, it is rusted at all the mounting points and is flaking away. *tr
ODI 10276796
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. While the contact was examining his vehicle, he observed rust spots from the middle of the vehicle down through the rear bumper. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. Prior to the failure, he noticed that layers of the frame were falling off. The current mileage was 49,000 and failure mileage was 36,000.
ODI 10245522
Frame And Members
Significant rust on my 2000 toyota tundra. There is significant rust on the frame to the point that there is a hole in it. The cross member was not affected, but the rest of the frame has been. I have even had to replace the exhaust because it was rusted out and would not pass inspection. I have filed a complaint before on the same vehicle for the same reason. It was filed about 2 years ago, but i do not know the…
ODI 10315095
Frame And Members
My 2000 tundra has excessive rust on the frame and entire undercarriage. The truck is only 8 years old and should not be doing this. The same problem has occurred with tacomas of the same model year. *tr
ODI 10227556
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The cross member that held up the spare tire was corroded. As a result the spare tire was not properly secured to the vehicle. He called the dealerships in reference to the failure, but was not advised of a remedy. He had not spoken with the manufacturer to-date. The current mileage was 198,502. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
ODI 10294118
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra limited. During state inspection, he was informed that the rear frame cross member was corroded. The frames had an hole hidden in the spare tire area. The vehicle failed inspection. No repairs were made. The current and failure mileages were 95,000.
ODI 10291464
Frame And Members
Own a 2000 toyota tundra: rusted frame that is barely supporting fuel tank and spare tire; (replaced rack & pinion (steering) due to rust in 2008); rusted rear spring mounts; rust comes off in 1/8 inch chunks; was told not to drive vehicle--it's too dangerous; pictures are with bernardi toyota, framingham, ma; all problems relate to rusted frame. *tr
ODI 10292236
Frame And Members · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My 2000 toyota tundra sr5 was purchased in aug 2000. In june 2005, the dealer noticed excessive rust on the frame and other parts of the underbody. My car is only used a few times per month on the weekend and only has 16,000 miles. The brakes needed to be replaced in 2006, the dealer noted excessive rust again on the calipers. *tr the consumer was informed the rust condition was due to improper metal preparation…
ODI 10280552
Frame And Members
I have a 2000 toyota tundra with a rusted frame rail with soon to be a bent frame and undrivable .. 1 owner since 2000 i bought straight from toyota at graponee. I have kept up with maintenance routinely.. *tr
ODI 10288872
Frame And Members
I own a 2000 toyota tundra 4x4 truck. There is a major safety issue with the frame on this vehicle. The frame has rusted to the point of having holes. I am concerned about the safety of driving this vehicle, as frame failure may occur and cause injury or loss of life. I have contacted toyota about this problem and was told there was nothing that would be done about the problem. In recent past, toyota recalled the…
ODI 10308658