2003 Toyota Tundra Underbody Shields Problems
- 20
- 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
- spare tire · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed that the spare tire was absent from the undercarriage of the vehicle. Also, the spare tire carrier was severely rusted and corroded. As a result, the spare tire detached from the vehicle while driving various speeds. Waldorf toyota (2600 crain highway, waldorf, maryland 20601, [redacted]) was made aware of the failure…
ODI 11153169
Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. Upon inspection of the vehicle by an independent mechanic, the contact was made aware of severe frame corrosion. The dealer (cobb county toyota, [redacted], kennesaw, ga) was contacted and confirmed the corrosion; however, they refused to perform the remedy per nhtsa campaign number: 09v444000 (structure) because the vehicle was previously serviced per the recall. The…
ODI 11097535
Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. While driving 60 mph, the spare tire detached from the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and found severe corrosion around the cross member. The contact called a local dealer and was informed of nhtsa campaign number: 09v444000 (structure). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the recall had expired. The failure mileage was 89,200. Updated…
ODI 10986289
Service Brakes · Suspension · Underbody Shields
Purchased a 2003 toyota tundra july 2016. Frame was undercoated by toyota and did not seem to be any issues at the time of purchase. After a few months of ownership, i have been conducting some of my own maintenance under the vehicle. While under, i noticed large areas had the crc treatment chipping and pealing off. I called my local toyota dealer (priority toyota chesapeake, va) the service manager said the…
ODI 10919696
Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the undercarriage of the vehicle was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 136,000.
ODI 10713433
Underbody Shields
Within a year of toyota inspecting frame and spraying .i lost spare tire with out knowing .approximately 3/14 a mechanic saw holes in frame .towed to toyota dealership and they looked at it and reported it to company.i got a call saying there was no frame recall and i would have to complain to toyota my self. I did and filed a complaint.a woman named jay called me and said there was no current recall on 2003 tundras…
ODI 10616151
Underbody Shields
My dad bought this tundra new in 2003. The frame started rusting in a couple of years and in 2011 he received a recall letter from toyota stating that he needed to take the truck in and have the frame inspected. He took it to hickory toyota to have the dealer evaluate it. Because the frame was heavily rusted my dad assumed the frame would be replaced. However, the service manager at the dealership stated that the…
ODI 10610547
Structure · Underbody Shields
Frame rust through.toyota claims rust hole is not in the correct location on the truck.says there is nothing they can do. *tr
ODI 10592992
Underbody Shields
Rear differential housing rotted out dumping oil all over road. *tr
ODI 10565660
Leaf Spring Assembly · Underbody Shields
2003 toyota tundra. Consumer writes in regards to frame rust recall notice. *smd the consumer stated last year, there was a recall on the frame. She took the truck to the dealer, and they replaced the entire frame. Shortly after, she heard a popping noise coming from the truck. At first, she didn't think much of it, but as time went on, it became worse. The consumer took it back to the dealer, where an inspection…
ODI 10542692
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Service Brakes · Underbody Shields
Took 2003 toyota tundra in for frame rust corrosion program 09v-444000. Was told frame and other components had extensive rust and multiple 10mm holes by lead service technician at local toyota dealership. Service manager explained that my 2003 toyota tundra frame was extensively rusted and unsafe to be on the road and they wanted to take my truck immediately and provide a rental car due to safety concerns. Asked…
ODI 10483681
Fuel/Propulsion System · Underbody Shields
My toyota had a frame recall for rusting which they fixed. Now i'm being told my gas tank is rusting and needs to be replaced. Toyota will fix it for 1500. 00 dollars i believe this is a safety problem and is a toyota problem. *tr
ODI 10471426
Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for state inspection and the contact was told there was severe rust on the frame. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number:09v444000(structure: frame and members: underbody shields) and spoke with the manufacturer but was told that the recall had expired. The failure and the current mileages were 47,000. Updated…
ODI 10466388
Service Brakes · Underbody Shields
Toyota applied a corrosion resistant compound to the rear cross-member assemblies and to the adjacent areas of the frame. This coating has completely peeled off, rendering the exposed corroded metal back to it's original recalled state. This recall occurred in january of 2012, the problem was supposedly fixed by toyota. All of the coating is gone, and, no longer protecting the exposed and corroded metal. *tr
ODI 10650661
Suspension · Underbody Shields
Tl* the contact owns 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated that while having the oil changed by an independent mechanic, he was informed that the rear end needed to be replaced due to corrosion. The manufacturer was notified, but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 92,375 and the current mileage was 92,575. Updated 03/05/12*lj toyota informed the consumer, the rear frame was not covered under…
ODI 10446309
Fuel System, Gasoline · Underbody Shields
I received the ssc 90m - tundra vehicles severe corrosion of the rear cross member phase 2 - crc application. My truck has a tonneau cover and a bed rug installed. When i called the dealership to schedule an appointment they informed me that the bed of the truck would have to be removed to complete the repairs. I told them that i did not have the means to remove the tonneau cover and the bed rug. They said that they…
ODI 10445100
Emission Control · Underbody Shields
Frame and rear end banjo housing rotted to the point where gear oil from rear end leaked out onto the road. Had to have vehicle towed to garage to make temporary repairs. In addition, frame is disintegrated with pieces falling to the ground. Taken to an independent garage and was told to take truck to toyota and both the rear end assembly and frame should be replaced. Garage, stewart's of georgetown, ma., states…
ODI 10425203
Underbody Shields
1990 toyota 4 runner, 2003 toyota tundra, 1999 toyota sienna. Consumer states rust and corrosion issues with all three vehicles *tgw the consumer stated the tailgate holders on the passenger and driver's side broke due to severe rust. The driver's side tailgate fell onto the top bumper and caused dents in the metal. *jb
ODI 10407892
Power Train · Underbody Shields
Toyota had a re-call for excessive corrosion on the 03 tundra. I have been taking the truck in for inspections for 3 years & was told everything was ok. This year toyota said they had an ok to undercoat the frames. While my truck was in for the work it was discovered that the rear differntial had rusted through & was leaking oil. Even though this componenet is on the underside of the truck just like the frame that…
ODI 10450826
Underbody Shields
2003 toyota tundra under bed spare tire mount failure. While driving, the spare tire mount failed causing the spare tire to become dislodged. I was unaware until flagged down by another driver who had swerved erratically to avoid the tire. *tr updated 03/25/10 *bf received pictures of frame. Updated 09/14/10
ODI 10287152