2003 Toyota Tundra Frame And Members Problems
- 24
- 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 24 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- spare tire · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the frame was fractured. The vehicle was taken to a certified toyota mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,000.
ODI 10949043
Frame And Members · Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
Driving at highway speed, the spare tire/wheel assembly (mounted beneath the vehicle) fell without warning to the roadway below. The tire/wheel ended up in the middle of the driving lane, causing numerous vehicles following behind me to swerve to avoid it. I pulled over to confirm the wheel was from my vehicle, and this was verified. I then turned around to pick up the wheel and remove it from the highway. I found…
ODI 10429359
Frame And Members · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2003 toyota tundra with excessive frame rust including all rustable components with any connection to the frame. 2011 maine state inspection failed due to rusted emergency brake. The emergency brake had been repaired two years prior for same reason (june 2009). *tr
ODI 10406934
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated they took the vehicle to the dealer for nhtsa recall campaign id number: 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) repair to be performed. The dealer moved a hammer along the frame and ruled there was no damage to the frame. The contact stated the test was not adequate since the dealer only scraped a hammer along the edge of the frame. The…
ODI 10401151
Frame And Members · Power Train
I have a 2003 tundra access cab 4wd truck. Took it to the toyota dealership for the rust recall inspection and to investigate oil leaking from the rear differential housing. Dealership said that the frame was fine but the cross members and tank supports need coating. They also advised that the rear differential housing was rusted to the point that oil is leaking and would have to be replaced. They said that toyota…
ODI 10344639
Frame And Members
On may 17, 2010 the spare tire fell off my 2003 toyota tundra while it was being driven down the street. Fortunately, the vehicle was being driven on a back road and no accident occurred as a result of the tire falling off. Part of the spare tire mount was still attached to the wheel after it fell off and you could see that the spare tire mount had extensive rust/rot. I was told that toyota had a recall relating to…
ODI 10335884
Frame And Members · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Anti-lock braking system failed: brakes locked under wet conditions. Vehicle slid off road. Vehicle has history of pulsating brake pedal, shuttering and clanging noises under braking. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10326919
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the emergency brake rusted and snapped off of the frame. The brake was welded to middle of the cross frame right under the drivers seat. When the contact took the vehicle to the dealer, they were told that it could not be repaired, because they do not make the part to replace it. The manufacturer had an engineer look at the vehicle as well and they also…
ODI 10370759
Frame And Members
My fathers 2003 toyota tundra getting checked out recently by a local mechanic when he was made aware that the frame is excessively rusty. With this information the truck was brought to a toyota dealer for inspection. The dealer stated there is so much rust the vehicle the vehicle is unsafe to drive. Dealer also stated there is nothing toyota will do about it until the rust actually creates a hole in the frame. My…
ODI 10325053
Frame And Members
I own a 2003 toyota tundra that has severe frame rust. Big pieces of metal are flaking off, sooner or later some component attachment point will fail. The rest of the underneath, and truck as a whole, is rust free. I religiously wash the underside of the truck. There is a defect with these frames. *tr
ODI 10298616
Frame And Members · Structure
My 2003 toyota tundra is rusting away on the frame. The frame of my truck looks like it could bend, crack or brake at any time. This truck has been washed top and bottom at least once a month since it was new and all of a sudden i notice the entire under carriage is brittle and looks unsafe. I have loved everything about this truck but am now worried that it may become unsafe to drive.*tr
ODI 10293606
Frame And Members
I have a 2003 toyota tundra which is experiencing a great amount of rust underneath the vehicle. I see that there was a recall issued yesterday regarding that problem. I lived in florida for 6 months and in vermont the other 6 months. We left the latter part of october and return to vt the last part of april or early may. I do drive the truck up to vt around the holidays so it has experienced a vt winter for 2 to 3…
ODI 10293517
Frame And Members
RUSTING FRAME AND SPARE TIRE FALLING OFF. *TR
ODI 10293669
Driveline · Frame And Members
Entire rear end housing rusted away requiring a whole new rear end housing. Frame is rusting out on whole truck. *tr
ODI 10292210
Frame And Members
We own a 2003 toyota tundra with 56,000 miles on it. Upon recent state inspection our mechanic said that the frame of this truck is so badly rusted that it probably wouldn't pass inspection next year. We called toyota headquarters and were told that they are recording this information but there is a 36,000 mile, 3 year warranty on toyotas and that they could do nothing more for us. *tr
ODI 10279589
Frame And Members
My 2003 toyota tundra with only 73000+ miles on it has significant rusting in the truck bed. The truck is not used for commercial purposes and is only used for periodically carrying normal household items. There is also signs of significant rusting underneath the truck. Since toyota had a recall with certain tacoma's for a similar condition, i am very concerned of the safety of this truck. *tr
ODI 10277082
Frame And Members
Rusted vehicle frame. Driver side leaf spring broke due to rust corrosion. Replace leaf spring. Applied rust inhibiter to exposed frame. Vehicle underbody rust free. *tr
ODI 10282385
Frame And Members
2003 toyota tundra has serious frame rot. The paint on the frame has bubbled up as the rust has proliferated leaving the entire frame in a compromised state. The rear axle and leaf springs are completely coated in rust. Driver's side rear drum brake locked up due to corrosion, which required replacing a tire and brake shoes. Vehicle has been dealer serviced since day one, with the exception of oil changes. *tr
ODI 10274433
Frame And Members
I have a 2003 toyota tundra that i bought new and have had serviced at the same toyota dealership since the purchase. In june 2008, i had the 60,000 service done and had front brakes replaced. In august 2008, while pulling out of my driveway, the driver's side lower control arm rusted through and the wheel was no longer connected to steering. After having the truck towed, i had to have both lower control arms…
ODI 10289401
Frame And Members
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. While having the brakes replaced he was informed that the entire frame was corroded. No repairs were made. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The failure and current mileages were 21000.
ODI 10286893
Filler Pipe And Cap · Frame And Members · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact noticed that the main frame of the vehicle was perforated due to severe rust corrosion. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they replaced the rusted fuel tank filler neck. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer on a separate occasion. The technician detected a rusted brake backing plate, and the front and rear brakes were replaced.…
ODI 10277979
Frame And Members
I purchased a brand new 2003 toyota tundra pickup truck, , from a local dealer on december 2, 2002. On 9/9/05, i discovered various sections of the frame and brackets that attach to the frame had excessive corrosion. The vehicle at this time had 37,488 miles on the odometer. Today the mileage is 47,569 miles and the rust condition is getting worse. I brought this condition to the service advisor at this dealership…
ODI 10267372
Frame And Members
My 2003 toyota tundras under carriage is completely rusting away and it scares the hell out of me to drive my 4 year old daughter in the truck because i'm afraid something going to fall off. *tr
ODI 10280285
Frame And Members
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra li. The driver noticed a couple years ago that the frame was beginning to rust. The driver also stated that he spray painted the frame. He contacted the dealer and they said it was not a recall yet. The failure mileage was 30,000. The current mileage was 95,000. The driver also stated that backing plate that holds the rear brake assembly in place was rusted as well.
ODI 10313836