2003 Toyota Tundra Body Problems
- 62
- 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 62 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 10 records
- spare tire · 9 records
- needed replaced · 9 records
- frame rusted · 8 records
- independent mechanic · 7 records
- unsafe drive · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 21 |
| 100–150k mi | 16 |
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated that there were holes corroded throughout the frame. There was a manufacturer's recall that had expired for the frame failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.
ODI 10552486
Body · Suspension
Upon inspection there is total rust of the frame and bolts on the suspension. Unusual tire wear. I have read about some recalls but this is an exceptional low miles vehicle (less then 50,000) and it is found to be in unsound condition and current value should be at least $18,000. *tr
ODI 10508140
Body
Frame has several rust perforation holes. Toyota refuses to repair. Vehicle bought used in march of 2013. *tr
ODI 10503531
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact noticed damage to the frame. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v444000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). In conjunction to the remedy repair the brake calipers were a required replacement which was not mentioned in the recall; however, they were replaced at the…
ODI 10489486
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The vehicle was included and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v444000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). After the repairs while the contact was driving approximately 45 mph, he noticed that the front driver's side of the vehicle was unbalanced. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician advised that the…
ODI 10491021
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the entire frame exhibited rust and corrosion, which caused extensive damage to the rear differential casing. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. There was a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The part was ordered and the contact was advised that it…
ODI 10453466
Body
2003 toyota tundra with low mileage and well-maintained but excessive frame rust that will eventually become unstable. *tr
ODI 10434014
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact stated there was a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The contact stated that the parts continued to remain on a massive back order for over a year. The dealer was uncertain when the parts would become available. The contact had concern of the safety deffect mentioned in the recall. The…
ODI 10481375
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact noticed a rusted hole in the rear frame. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the frame would have to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v444000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields) but was advised by the manufacturer that the location of the hole was not part of the frame…
ODI 10460637
Body
Received the recall notice, brought vehicle to local dealer which stated there was no corrosion, dealer did not spray under carriage. Family member also owns this truck and stated that his was sprayed and then subsequently eroded and replaced. I will be calling the dealer tomorrow for reevaluation as the fuel filler may be eroded or cracked. *tr
ODI 10461402
Air Bags · Body
Traveling on hwy 11. 4 cars ahead suddenly stop. I had 3 choices: hit the car in front of me. Go into on coming traffic, or head off the side of the road into the bayou. Missed the opportunity of the bayou, hit a parked semi tractor trailer. Nothing happened to the tractor trailor. My toyota got severely crunched on the right passenger side. My air bags never went off. I was going 30 miles per hour, and nothing…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10651929
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota tundra. The contact received a "bxd" recall in 2014 for severe frame corrosion inspection. The nhtsa campaign number was not provided. The vehicle was taken to the harr toyota dealer, located at [redacted], worcester ma 01606, where the technician inspected the vehicle and sprayed a rust resistant compound on the frame. The contact stated that the spray started to flake off within…
ODI 11074334