2000 Toyota Tundra Structure Problems
- 45
- 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 45 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Frame And Members · 9 records
- Body · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 15 |
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Structure
SEVERE RUST ON 2000 TOYOTA TUNDRA FRAME. *TR
ODI 10289834
Structure
MAJOR RUST IN 2000 TOYOTA TUNDRA FRAME. *TR
ODI 10286990
Structure
Significant frame rust and a rusted and broken leaf spring on a 2000 toyota tundra extended cab truck. *tr
ODI 10286799
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
Structure
I own a 2000 toyota tundra and it failed its annual pennsylvania state inspection due to a frame rust issue. The toyota dealership that did the inspection and failed the truck, i assume, knew of a potential problem and thank god, thoroughly inspected the truck's frame. They found a hole in the frame that concerned them to the point that failed the truck's state inspection and i ended up paying $294.25 to have a…
ODI 10289776
Body · Frame And Members · Structure
Toyota tundra year 2000, 4wd,6cyl. Frame total rust,holes in frame, spare tire bracket rusted,tire hanging down few inches from ground, almost caused accident on road. Had to remove tire. Warned by driver in rear of my vehicle,by flashing lights and blowing horn. Time day 11am. *tr
ODI 10290569
Frame And Members · Structure
I have a 2000 toyota tundra. The spare tire fell off while driving it a few months ago. After recent state inspection, the entire truck frame is rusted beyond repair. *tr
ODI 10284980
Structure
I own a 2000 toyota tundra and was driving north on interstate 95 in maine. Without warning, the back end of the truck suddenly lifted up off the pavement while traveling at 65 mph. When i regained control of the vehicle, i looked into the rear view mirror to see a tire bouncing erratically across several lanes of northbound traffic. Cars were braking and swerving to avoid collision with the tire and fortunately it…
ODI 10269476
Structure
While i was driving my toyota tundra down highway truck started to drive erratically. I took to my mechanic who told me there was significant rust on entire frame. Steering rack had separated from frame and struts were rusted out. Same frame as tacoma why has toyota not responded to problem. I called dealer who told me to call toyota. The call to toyota was useless. They told me that there was nothing that they…
ODI 10278477
Structure
After watching a news program about toyota tundras frames rusting out, i decided to check out my tundra, and i found large sections of the frame rusted, and chunks of rusted metal would flake off when handled. I am very concerned for myself and passengers as well as other motorists if the frame should just fall apart while traveling at highway speeds. I hope that my complaint combined with others will help you to…
ODI 10267146
Structure
2000 toyota tundra 62,000 miles. Locally driven. Frame ,cab and bed are severely rusted. The bed is covered with a tonneau cover and is rusting from the weld joints out. The " c" channel frame is perforated below the bed. Toyota states that it does not know of a problem with the tundras, they just did a buyback program with the 1995-2000 tacomas for the same reason. Frames for both trucks are made in the states,…
ODI 10266103
Frame And Members · Rear · Structure
2000 toyota tundra with rust holes through frame over and beside rear shock brackets and spring brackets. I am at my wits end with toyota and have tried to resolve this obvious defect at every level. This has become a safety issue for my self and other drivers, it is just a matter of time before the frame will snap in half. This truck is only 8 years old and the problem is getting worse by the day, i reported this…
ODI 10265044
Structure
In october 2008 i had the truck inspected and was told about unusual amount of frame rust. They gave me a sticker but said it might not pass inspection next time. I took the vehicle to my toyota dealership and asked them to inspect the rust on the frame. They said it was just surface rust. July 22, 2009 i had it in for an oil change at the dealer and they said i have " some buckling in the frame from excessive…
ODI 10278146
Parking Brake · Structure
2000 tundra having emergency brakes rusting all the time along with crank bell and rear diff.housing. *tr
ODI 10296479
Structure
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. The vehicle was taken in for repairs and the technician observed that the rear subframe bracket was damaged, which could result in the vehicle turning over. The technician recommended that the vehicle be inspected at an authorized dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the subframe bracket was severely cracked. The warranty was expired and the…
ODI 10246795
Structure
Late spring or early summer of last year i had been driving my family home from the grandparents. We felt a sound louder and problem worse than a pot hole. It was a normal road paved. It was in webster, ma. The truck seemed to be fine until late june the truck started to leak power steering fluid. Took it to the dealer (tri-state toyota scion and dodge). I explained the problem to the customer service lady. She told…
ODI 10272796
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
Structure
We have a 2000 toyota tundra ,and the complaint is rust, first my bumpers went .,the rear bumper got so rusted that my daughter sat on the bumper and she fell to the ground., i called toyota ,the said call my local dealer.,i did., my local dealer told me they couldn't do nothing about it ,they said it wasn't there problem . So at this point i never replaced the bumper because toyota wanted 400.00 without putting the…
1 injury
ODI 10289407
Structure · Tires
We bought a 2000 toyota tundra, 4x4, extra cab. At 800 klms we noticed there was no paint left on the front bottom corners of the box. At 5800 klms there is no paint left on the whole undercarage of the truck, large chunks of metal gone from the rockerpanels, rock chips all over the vehicle including the roof. This truck has factory tires, mudflaps, and fender flares and still throws rocks so extensively to the…
ODI 719212
Exhaust System · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Structure
While driving, consumer can smell exhaust fumes coming through cab of vehicle. Have yet to contact dealer. *ak the consumer was complaining about road noise while he was driving. Also the radio was of no use because he can?t hear when the vehicle speed was above 40 mph. *yh
ODI 8003635