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
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The dealer inspected the frame and advised the contact that the entire frame was covered with rust and was not repairable. The manufacturer stated that they are aware of the failure and that they would not be able to offer any assistance until they have completed their investigation. The contact is unable to drive the vehicle since the frame could fall apart at any time. The…
ODI 10285053
Frame And Members
2000 toyota tundra frame has holes due to rust - dealership took pictures, case filed with toyota 9/03/09. *tr
ODI 10289328
Frame And Members
I own a 2000 toyota tundra and the frame is rotting. The sparetire fell off due to the rotting. The shock and shackle mounts are also rotting. *tr consumer is adding pictures. 10/26/09. *nj
ODI 10286899
Frame And Members
I have a 2000 toyota tundra. This has frame rust through issues. This is very similar to some of the tacoma frames i have seen, and i am reporting this because i am positive i am not the only tundra owner who is experiencing this amount of rust. The truck interior and body is in mint condition, with only 65,000 miles on it, it has a lot of life left, only the frame is not going to last long and is clearly a safety…
ODI 10283396
Frame And Members
After my recent annual nh vehicle safety inspection, i was informed that my 2000 toyota tundra's frame had rusted to a point that they could put their fingers through the frame at several points and the truck would no longer pass inspection rendering the vehicle useless. *tr
ODI 10284607
Frame And Members
I own a 2000 toyota tundra pick-up that has been maintained correctly by the toyota dealership. It has a severe rust problem underneath the truck on the frame and supporting parts. The body of the truck is in excellent condition. I have 89,000 miles on it and wanted to keep it for several more years. I am afraid i have a safety issue and am afraid to take the truck on the highway. I just recently put $2,000 into…
ODI 10286163
Body · Frame And Members
Driving down road and spare tire fell off underneath the truck and rolled down the middle of the road. Took truck to toyota dealership because a neighbor (who is a service manager) looked at it and said it was unsafe and the whole bottom was rusted out.. Toyota claimed the vehicle was safe that it was just a rusted bolt. Two weeks later the muffler was loud so we took it to a midas dealership. The mechanic called me…
ODI 10286835
Frame And Members · Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
I have a 2000 toyota tundra. I was recently stopped by another motorist who stated that my spare tire was hanging down under the truck. I looked under the truck to find this was true. I jiggled the tire and it fell completely out from under the truck. The winch assembly was still attached to the wheel, but i can see that the crossmember that the winch would be attached to is completely rotted away. My truck is…
ODI 10281984
Frame And Members
FRAME RUST / CROSS MEMBER CORROSION. *TR
ODI 10286825
Frame And Members
3.on august 20th, 2009 while driving over a railroad track on north ferry street in albany, new york, at slow speed, the passenger side front bottom ball joint broke, causing the wheel to buckle with the bottom of the tire protruding outward. The constant velocity joint then broke at the joint near the transmission and pulled out. 4.the truck stopped immediately on the railroad tracks. These are active railroad…
Crash reported
ODI 10282395
Frame And Members
Severe rust on frame. Passenger side rear almost completely rusted through. Spare tire carrier rusted off. *tr
ODI 10282050
Frame And Members · Suspension
2000 toyota tundra sr5 xcab 4x4 has extreme flaking rust all over frame, front bumper to rear. Body metal is fine. Part of frame is buckling/flexing, front right stabilizer mount has snapped off with nothing to weld to. Several weld areas have weakened or let go. Problem became noticeable in 2005 (at 60,000 odometer miles). Slowly got worse. Logged case with toyota in 2008 when frame began to flex. No program to…
ODI 10281221
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a routine service repair. The technician detected excessive rust corrosion. A technician with an authorized dealer stated that the sub frame exhibited two holes and excessive rust corrosion. The contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. The vehicle has not been repaired. There are photographs available upon…
ODI 10293217
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The frame had corrosion, and the brake line needed to be replaced. Since the warranty expired he paid a local mechanic to make the repairs. The manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 61,000.
ODI 10289120
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The sub frame of his vehicle has corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer ,and then the manufacturer was notified. An engineer sent from toyota concluded that there was not defect present. The failure mileage was 20,000.
ODI 10287409
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. During a routine oil change the mechanic observed that the frame of the vehicle was worn and refused to change the oil since the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The dealer offered him an opportunity to participate in the cash for cars program; however, he refused due to the value of the vehicle being undetermined. The manufacturer confirmed that they are aware of the failure…
ODI 10281219
Frame And Members
Significant rust on frame mainly from the cab to the rear spring shackles. Mechanic advised that the truck probably won't pass inspection in 2010. *tr
ODI 10326280
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
2000 tundra. Over 3 documented, by a mechanic, cracks in frame due to rust. Will not pass safety inspection. *tr
ODI 10290061
Frame And Members
My vehicle is a 2000 toyota tundra limited 4x4. This vehicle has almost always been garaged and continues to be my primary mode of winter transportation. It just passed inspection, but i was warned by the inspecting shop that the under body rust is progressing and should be watched closely. The significant amount of frame and associated undercarriage rust, including pieces/chunks coming off, is very disconcerting…
ODI 10283138
Frame And Members
My 2000 toyota tundra has huge holes in the frame. I have been waiting on toyota for over five months since i filed a complaint with them. I am told that i am on a case by case basis. Meanwhile, my truck is getting worse to point i am afraid to drive it. I have a hole the size of a 50 cent piece in one place, and other hole all over the frame. It is not just the cross member in the rear as their recall stated, it is…
ODI 10319459
Frame And Members · Front
I have a 2000 toyota tundra and the frame is rotting,i have had to have the leaf spring shackles replaced, and the whole front of the bottom of the truck is very rusty,the shocks are rotted also. *tr
ODI 10290358
Frame And Members
Severely rusted frame, has holes through it. When i touched the frame, a big piece fell off. *tr
ODI 10286816
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The contact observed that the frame exhibited severe rust and corrosion. The vehicle has not been inspected by a certified technician. Currently, the vehicle is being driven with caution. The contact has concerns of the safety risks involved. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 112,000.
ODI 10281109
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The vehicle was taken to an auto body shop for repair and the technician noticed severe rust and corrosion on the main frame. The frame was perforated due to the corrosion. The vehicle is in the process of being taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. No repairs have been performed. The failure mileage was 59,000 and current mileage was 59,200. Updated 10/09/09 *cn…
ODI 10279150