2002 Toyota Tundra Structure Problems
- 16
- 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.
What owners report
- Body · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the frame was corroded. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 1811260984. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.
ODI 11164959
Structure
2002 toyota tundra. Consumer writes in regards to frame rust on vehicle. *ld *js
ODI 11119151
Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. While having body work done on the vehicle by an independent mechanic, it was brought to the contact's attention that the rear frame of the vehicle was corroded. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 09v444000 (structure), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited signs of…
ODI 10865095
Body · Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a state inspection and it was discovered that the frame was severely corroded. The contact mentioned that a notice from the manufacturer was received to repair the corrosion for free. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear brake lines and the frame were severely…
ODI 10788651
Structure · Tires · Wheels
I was driving down the street and the spare tire fell off. It actually caused the truck to bounce up slightly. Luckily the tire did not contact any other vehicles. Thing to note: my truck was part of the frame corrosion recall issued by toyota. At the time, they did not replace the frame but only covered the rust with some coating. That did not stop nor slow the rust. The "band aid" they used was insufficient at…
ODI 10732803
Structure · Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
Last year my spare tire and holding bracket tore loose from the frame and onto the highway. I went to a local garage to find the cause of the problem and was told that the frame is so corroded it is not safe to drive. Latter we learned that there had been two major safety recalls on the 2002 tundra.many were notified of these recalls and had new frames installed by toyota at no cost to the owners. We were not…
ODI 10564492
Exterior Lighting · Structure
I had recall for my tundra bed and there were going to resolve the rust issue at no charge. I took my truck to bobby rehal toyota in mechancisburg pa. They broke a part that wasn't part of the recall. They told me and if i wanted my truck back i had to pay for it. I tried to resolve with bobby rehal and toyota main office and they told me to pay if i wanted my truck and the part they broke was not part of the…
ODI 10538546
Fuel System, Gasoline · Structure
No major events but the paint began falling off my 2002 tundra in 2009. I was just told the top of the gas tank is now rusted out as well. $900 to replace. I have kept this truck up well. Never had a gas tank rust out in any vehicle. *tr
ODI 10392240
Structure
My 2002 tundra and my sisters 2001 tundra have been recalled twice for rust issues, the first was for gas tank and straps, the second for frame rust. We brought our trucks to herb chambers in auburn ma. For the second time we were told they were fine. Exception was they wanted me to bring my 2002 back because they were "replacing gas tank straps in all recalls as a precaution." the problem with this is that they…
ODI 10335788
Fuel System, Gasoline · Structure
I have a 2002 toyota tundra that is leaking gas. Initially i noticed a fuel smell when i walked by the truck which progressed to seeing fuel on the ground. If i put too much gas in the truck, over 1/2 tank, you can see the fuel leaking through the 4x4 fuel tank protective cover. I had the truck put on a lift and was told that fuel was leaking from the seam of the tank. I recently took my truck to toyota in response…
ODI 10324730
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
Structure · Suspension
Yesterday, had $1300.00 work done on my 2002 toyota tundra. Mechanic advised me that my springs need replacement as they are completely rusted. This evening, susan wornick of channel 5 investigative team, did a report on toyota tundras rusting out. Specifically springs and frame. Ms. Wornick informed any owners of tundras (2000-2001 and possibly 2002) to file complaint with nhtsa. Hence this email. *tr
ODI 10286819
Structure
Frame of truck is rusting so bad, i don't know if truck is structurally sound! *tr
ODI 10293609
Structure
2002 toyota tundra. Excessive underbody and frame rust. Driven mainly in wisconsin. First noticed march 2008. *tr
ODI 10293518
Structure
3 interior door handles broke off completely starting in 2004 front passenger door, then in 2005 right rear passenger, 2006 the driver handle broke. Toyota did not want to repair said it was not a manufactures defect. Everything is plastic and cheaply made, i had to pay for repair, feared that in an event of an accident i would be be able to exit my vehicle unless i rolled window down and opened door from outside…
ODI 10211811
Structure
I have a 2002 toyota tundra that has been rusting away since the day i bought it new off the lot. It started with the wheels rusting. I brought this up to the dealership many times and they said nothing could be done about it. Next was the tailgate and now the underside of my truck looks like a 20 year old vehicle that was sitting for years. I have heard and read that other tundra owners are having the same problem…
ODI 10275822