2002 Toyota Tundra Frame And Members Problems
- 42
- 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 42 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- failure mileage · 9 records
- spare tire · 8 records
- cross member · 7 records
- frame rust · 6 records
- severe rust · 5 records
- repaired failure · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 100–150k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact took the vehicle to an unknown dealer concerning an engine light diagnostic test and was informed that the frame was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000. *tt there was a recall for this issue, they said it expired. Consumer stated a rusting frame because of low grade steel, is a…
ODI 11187498
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact stated that there was excessive corrosion of the rear cross member. The contact was concerned that the failure could cause the spare tire to detach, which was stowed underneath the truck bed. The vehicle was taken to aubrey alexander toyota (1324 n susquehanna trail, selinsgrove, pa 17870) where it was determined that the frame needed to be replaced. The…
ODI 11139998
Body · Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a clunking noise was present coming from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer sansone toyota (90 us-1, avenal, nj) who examined the vehicle and discovered that the subframe was severely damaged due to rust and corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
ODI 11143720
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was being serviced for an unrelated issue, the contact was informed that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 09v444000 (structure). The contact mentioned that the dealer sprayed corrosion protection…
ODI 10713984
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle's frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to lee toyota ([redacted], topsham, me 04086, [redacted]) and the contact was referred to the manufacturer. The manufacturer stated that they could not assist. The vehicle was taken to an unknown facility five years ago for an unknown recall repair related to the failure. The vehicle was treated…
ODI 11183158
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle frame developed holes due to corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician repaired the sealant for the frame; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000.
ODI 10672744
Frame And Members
The rear frame and cross members are so rusty that it is causing the bed to rust from the frame up. Everywhere the bed attaches to the frame it has rusted through. Eventually the rust will be so bad that the rust around the bolt holes will no longer keep the bed attached to the frame . This is definitely a safety issue and toyota tells me that no recall has been issued for the beds of the rusty trucks. *kb
ODI 10441981
Frame And Members
Frame recall 90m and a0f i am getting different stories from toyota dealers and from toyota corporate about the number of years toyota is willing to inspect the frame and cross member and cover the cost of repair.
ODI 10427737
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the rear end housing was leaking which caused the transmission to malfunction. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where gear oil was added to the transmission, but the failure continued. The contact stated that the entire frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no…
ODI 10371932
Anti-Theft Devices · Frame And Members
2002 toyota tundra recalled for frame rust issues. Took nearly 5 months for repairs, even with multiple calls to dealer and corporate. Vehicle needed further repairs when returned for broken right front stabilizer bar. Then failed sticker inspection because of dry rot in tires presumably from sitting so long? 1) nhtsa needs to set a reasonable time frame for vehicles to be repaired once recalled. Five months is…
ODI 10365111
Frame And Members
I noticed a leak in the differential of my 2002 toyota tundra. An independent mechanic verified my observation that the differential was rusted through. I contacted two toyota dealers. Only one was responsive with the information that toyota isn't going to pay for the repair. A search online reveals that my situation is not an isolated incident. I am stunned that no government agency involved in safety and consumer…
ODI 10353132
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact stated the rear axle housing was rotted through and caused an unknown failure. The dealer advised replacing the rear axle housing and all gears at the contact's expense. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 98,000.
ODI 10339707
Frame And Members · Front · Rear · Steering
Severe corrosion of vehicle frame and frame cross members, front end parts, and attachment hangers to frame of 2002 toyota tundra which will result in eventually weakening and failure of the above mentioned items causing a possible accident, injuries and possibly death. *tr
ODI 10328849
Frame And Members
Brought my 2002 toyota tundra to a dealer for the safety recall that i received. I was informed that the frame was ok, and the rear cross-member was ok too. Well, i received a call that the dealer had the part for me! I didn't order the part or did they tell me that the spare tire hanger was defective. It is part of the rear cross member assembly, and should be part of the re-call. They want me to pay for the part &…
ODI 10334144
Frame And Members · Steering
The steering rack on my 2002 toyota tundra rusted out, burst and caused a power steering failure while driving. This is a permanent failure and the toyota dealership advised not to drive the vehicle. Nothing was offered to fix it without a $1400 repair bill. *tr
ODI 10325912
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact received a recall notice for 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The dealer advised that the vehicle did not exhibit signs of rust and did not make repairs. The manufacturer advised the contact that he should have the repairs performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 98,190 and the current mileage was not available.
ODI 10330464
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra she stated that there is corrosion on the entire frame of the vehicle. The contact received nhtsa recall # 09v444000 recall notice; structure frame and members, underbody shields and notified the dealer. The dealer stated that the vehicle would not be repaired due to the cross member being corroded through out the entire frame. The failure mileage was unknown and the current…
ODI 10321458
Frame And Members
The frame on my 2002 toyota tundra is rusting away. I have removed rust pieces as large as 11 inches long and 1'8 inch thick. I tow a 7000 pound trailer and i fear the frame will fail. The body looks new and i have only 80,000 miles on the truck. *tr
ODI 10321149
Body · Frame And Members · Structure
My 2002 tundra recall on the frame. Passed rear cross member inspection, however the rest of the under body is severally corroded. Dealership is telling me that the truck needs about $4500 to pass inspection? The front end is rusted out. As of now, my truck is still at dealership, waiting for toyota rep to inspect my tundra. I feel that im getting the bad end of this recall. I need help. *tr
ODI 10320943
Driveline · Frame And Members · Fuel System, Gasoline
My 2002 toyota tundra truck is not drivable at this time. The truck was brought to toyota dealership after a local mechanic found fluid leaking from rear differential due to rust/rot. During the dealers inspection, they also noted a gas smell and suspect that the gas tank or gas lines are leaking also. The dealer did a frame inspection and while the whole frame is excessively rusted, the frame passed the recall test…
ODI 10305905
Frame And Members
Considerable rust on frame of 2002 tundra sr5 4x4. The frame actually has holes caused by rust on one of the main support structures on the driver side. *tr
ODI 10302089
Frame And Members
Excessive frame rust and safety issue around steering rack mounting and corrosion to steering rack itself. *tr
ODI 10299534
Frame And Members
I have a 2002 toyota tundra sr5 4x4 pick-up truck. On 11-23-09, my spare tire and the support/frame broke and fell off the vehicle while i was driving . I would like to contact a dealer to remedy this problem, and also have my truck inspected for any other potential safety defects. Thank you for your help! *tr
ODI 10293503
Frame And Members
I have a 2002 toyota tundra pu that was built it 2001. The frame of the vehicle is experiencing severe rust. Pieces of rusted metal have fallen from the vehicle's frame. The spare tire is also in a rusted/pitted condition. The vehicle has gone only 40,247 miles and i live in massachusetts. The truck is in mint condition throughout with the exception of rust and metal deterioration located only on the frame. I…
ODI 10293229
Frame And Members · Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
The spare wheel/tire fell off my 2002 toyota tundra as i passed over a speed bump (at a very low speed) whilst leaving an apartment complex. I was unaware of having lost the wheel but my son, who lives in the complex, saw the incident & called me - by the time he called i was on the highway driving at high speed - if the wheel had fallen off whilst i was on the highway the consequences could have been catastrophic.…
ODI 10307849