Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 05/20/2012 | 90000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that there was corrosion and rust on the frame, rear axle and brake system. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign id number 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). the vehicle was taken to dealer where the contact was advised that the recall repairs could not be perfomred due to the state in which the vheicle was housed. the dealer then advised that there were no holes in the frame that would require immediate attention. the bumper, grill, hood and fender were replaced. the current and failure mileage was 90,000. kmj | |||
| 05/20/2012 | 90000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that there corrosion with rust on the bottom of the vehicle frame, rear axle and brake system. the vehicle was included in recall nhtsa campaign id number 09v444000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). the vehicle was taken to dealer were they were unable to repair because vehicle was currently in texas, although it was purchased in new york; the states on recall were limited. the dealer as well stated that there was no holes in the frame, and it did not require replacement. the vehicle was repaired where the bumper, grill, hood and fender in the vehicle were replaced. the current and failure mileage was 90,000. | |||
| 05/13/2012 | 286911 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the front upper ball joint on the passenger side failed and caused the wheel to separate from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the failure occurred due to stress on the ball joint. the contact stated that the driver | |||
| 05/13/2012 | 286911 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the front upper ball joint on the passenger side failed and caused the wheel to separate from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the failure occurred due to stress on the ball joint. the contact stated that the driver | |||
| 05/13/2012 | 286911 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving at 60mph the passenger front ball joint failed, and caused the tire to separate, the cd boot, upper and lower ball join, and control arm was damaged. the vehicle was towed to the dealer a diagnostic was performed. the failure occurred due to stress on the ball joint. the contact stated that the driver side ball joint was replaced at 276,343 miles. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure a compliant was filed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 286,911. li | |||
| 03/14/2005 | 91080 | ||
| Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. approx mileage 150,000. front suspenion links rotted out. called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. they issued a complaint #.took vehicle to dealer for inspection for three recalls, a0f, b0d, 90m on 05/02/2012. inspection not properly done, chunks of rust still can be flaked off, possible holes behind, but they sprayed crc over top of the loose scaling, covering over the problems. we had no choice in what they were doing with our property. we took it in for an inspection. after said inspection, if it would not get a new frame, we would have opted to take it home, removed all loose scaling prior to the crc being applied. we were not given any options, our vehicle was already on the way to their collision shop for the work. this would have accomplished two things; the dealership would know without a doubt that there were no holes and the crc would stick directly to the frame minimizing future corrosion (that is the objective of the recall afterall) i called toyota corporate and voiced my concern with a spray covering over the problem, and the truck not being safe. my case is still pending, but based on the initial call back from the case manager, it is not looking like there will be a resolution in our favor, we will see. my concern is, how many of these toyota dealers are not thoroughly inspecting these trucks, spraying over the problems and putting these vehicles back on the roads. how safe is that? | |||
| 03/14/2005 | 91080 | ||
| Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. approx mileage 150,000. front suspenion links rotted out. called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. they issued a complaint #.took vehicle to dealer for inspection for three recalls, a0f, b0d, 90m on 05/02/2012. inspection not properly done, chunks of rust still can be flaked off, possible holes behind, but they sprayed crc over top of the loose scaling, covering over the problems. we had no choice in what they were doing with our property. we took it in for an inspection. after said inspection, if it would not get a new frame, we would have opted to take it home, removed all loose scaling prior to the crc being applied. we were not given any options, our vehicle was already on the way to their collision shop for the work. this would have accomplished two things; the dealership would know without a doubt that there were no holes and the crc would stick directly to the frame minimizing future corrosion (that is the objective of the recall afterall) i called toyota corporate and voiced my concern with a spray covering over the problem, and the truck not being safe. my case is still pending, but based on the initial call back from the case manager, it is not looking like there will be a resolution in our favor, we will see. my concern is, how many of these toyota dealers are not thoroughly inspecting these trucks, spraying over the problems and putting these vehicles back on the roads. how safe is that? | |||
| 03/14/2005 | 91080 | ||
| Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. approx mileage 150,000. front suspenion links rotted out. called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. they issued a complaint #.took vehicle to dealer for inspection for three recalls, a0f, b0d, 90m on 05/02/2012. inspection not properly done, chunks of rust still can be flaked off, possible holes behind, but they sprayed crc over top of the loose scaling, covering over the problems. we had no choice in what they were doing with our property. we took it in for an inspection. after said inspection, if it would not get a new frame, we would have opted to take it home, removed all loose scaling prior to the crc being applied. we were not given any options, our vehicle was already on the way to their collision shop for the work. this would have accomplished two things; the dealership would know without a doubt that there were no holes and the crc would stick directly to the frame minimizing future corrosion (that is the objective of the recall afterall) i called toyota corporate and voiced my concern with a spray covering over the problem, and the truck not being safe. my case is still pending, but based on the initial call back from the case manager, it is not looking like there will be a resolution in our favor, we will see. my concern is, how many of these toyota dealers are not thoroughly inspecting these trucks, spraying over the problems and putting these vehicles back on the roads. how safe is that? | |||
| 03/14/2005 | 91080 | ||
| Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. approx mileage 150,000. front suspenion links rotted out. called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. they issued a complaint #.took vehicle to dealer for inspection for three recalls, a0f, b0d, 90m on 05/02/2012. inspection not properly done, chunks of rust still can be flaked off, possible holes behind, but they sprayed crc over top of the loose scaling, covering over the problems. we had no choice in what they were doing with our property. we took it in for an inspection. after said inspection, if it would not get a new frame, we would have opted to take it home, removed all loose scaling prior to the crc being applied. we were not given any options, our vehicle was already on the way to their collision shop for the work. this would have accomplished two things; the dealership would know without a doubt that there were no holes and the crc would stick directly to the frame minimizing future corrosion (that is the objective of the recall afterall) i called toyota corporate and voiced my concern with a spray covering over the problem, and the truck not being safe. my case is still pending, but based on the initial call back from the case manager, it is not looking like there will be a resolution in our favor, we will see. my concern is, how many of these toyota dealers are not thoroughly inspecting these trucks, spraying over the problems and putting these vehicles back on the roads. how safe is that? | |||
| 03/14/2005 | 91080 | ||
| Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. approx mileage 150,000. front suspenion links rotted out. called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. they issued a complaint #.took vehicle to dealer for inspection for three recalls, a0f, b0d, 90m on 05/02/2012. inspection not properly done, chunks of rust still can be flaked off, possible holes behind, but they sprayed crc over top of the loose scaling, covering over the problems. we had no choice in what they were doing with our property. we took it in for an inspection. after said inspection, if it would not get a new frame, we would have opted to take it home, removed all loose scaling prior to the crc being applied. we were not given any options, our vehicle was already on the way to their collision shop for the work. this would have accomplished two things; the dealership would know without a doubt that there were no holes and the crc would stick directly to the frame minimizing future corrosion (that is the objective of the recall afterall) i called toyota corporate and voiced my concern with a spray covering over the problem, and the truck not being safe. my case is still pending, but based on the initial call back from the case manager, it is not looking like there will be a resolution in our favor, we will see. my concern is, how many of these toyota dealers are not thoroughly inspecting these trucks, spraying over the problems and putting these vehicles back on the roads. how safe is that? | |||
| 03/14/2005 | 91080 | ||
| Due to premature corrosion (vehicle 4 years old) parking brake failed to function, failed nys inspection, was repaired (03/14/2005). due to premature corrosion, spring broke, was repaired (01/02/2008). power steering rack rotted, had to be replaced. approx mileage 150,000. front suspenion links rotted out. called toyota (04/15/2009) voiced our concern for rotting frame, no recall at that time. they issued a complaint #.took vehicle to dealer for inspection for three recalls, a0f, b0d, 90m on 05/02/2012. inspection not properly done, chunks of rust still can be flaked off, possible holes behind, but they sprayed crc over top of the loose scaling, covering over the problems. we had no choice in what they were doing with our property. we took it in for an inspection. after said inspection, if it would not get a new frame, we would have opted to take it home, removed all loose scaling prior to the crc being applied. we were not given any options, our vehicle was already on the way to their collision shop for the work. this would have accomplished two things; the dealership would know without a doubt that there were no holes and the crc would stick directly to the frame minimizing future corrosion (that is the objective of the recall afterall) i called toyota corporate and voiced my concern with a spray covering over the problem, and the truck not being safe. my case is still pending, but based on the initial call back from the case manager, it is not looking like there will be a resolution in our favor, we will see. my concern is, how many of these toyota dealers are not thoroughly inspecting these trucks, spraying over the problems and putting these vehicles back on the roads. how safe is that? | |||
| 12/06/2011 | 190000 | ||
| This is not a complaint, however, i was wondering if there was/is a recall on lower ball joints for 4by2, 4.7 litre toyota tundras, model year 2001. | |||
| 05/01/2011 | 105000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that he heard a banging from the vehicle and noticed that pieces of metal had detached from the vehicle while driving 65 mph. the contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the leaf springs were fractured due to corrosion. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 105,000. | |||
| 05/01/2011 | 105000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that he heard a banging from the vehicle and noticed that pieces of metal had detached from the vehicle while driving 65 mph. the contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the leaf springs were fractured due to corrosion. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 105,000. kmj | |||
| 05/01/2011 | 105000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that he heard a banging noise and noticed that pieces of metal detached from the vehicle while driving 65 mph. the contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the leaf springs fractured due to corrosion. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 105,000. sm. | |||
| 11/12/2010 | 105000 | ||
| Toyota's tundra corrosion recall focuses on the frame, fuel tank mounting, and spare tire mounting hardeware. if the frame has no perforations and the fuel tank supension and spare tire mounting are sound, the truck is determined to be safe. my tundra has been so inspected by a dealer, passed their test, and found to be safe.. my complaint is that the vehicle's undercarriage shows extensive corrosion of frame, steering, and suspension components beyond the scope of toyota's recall. the extent of the corrosion is so great that it calls into question the potential for a suspension or steering component to fail during operation, leading to a loss of control and injury to passengers and others on the highway. i have digital photographs of several corrosion sites on the undercarriage of my truck that illustrate my concern. i have taken my truck to a body shop for evaluation and was told it is not safe. toyota's recall does not address the full range of safety issues brought on by their corrosion problem. toyota should be required to inspect all of the critical components subject to the excessive corrosion and either determine they are safe or repare them. if my digital photos would assist you in understanding my concern, i would be happy to forward them to you. thank you! | |||
| 01/08/2010 | 95000 | 1 | |
| 2001 toyota tundra. i have replaced front left lower control arm, rear brake parts and other parts attached to the frame of this truck. i have sanded, scraped, primed and painted the frame of my truck. i wash the frame at least once a week in the winter time. the frame is still rusting away. the rear of the frame is rusted around the spare tire mount and rear frame rails. the front of the frame does not appear to have much rust looking from the outside, however if you look inside the frame there is heavy rust. i have two large chunks of rust that have been retrieved from the inside of the front frame. i have saved these two large chunks needed. i have contacted toyota many times on this matter, dating back to 2008. i have been told there is a recall, yet this recall is only for the rear cross member. i was also told that there was only a recall for rust perforation (hole). this seems strange to me knowing that as the metal in the frame deteriorates from corrosion it is weakened. i don't believe there has to be a hole in the frame to make it weak. i am not looking for a new truck. i would just like to have my truck last as long as advertised in toyota tv commercials. legendary reliability my truck is not that old and only had 80k miles on when i first filed a complaint with toyota. the body on my truck is almost 100% rust free. if i had not cleaned and painted my frame the truck would have been junk along time ago. i would just like to see toyota take care of this problem with more than a anti corrosion spray and hitting it with a hammer. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2009 | 81793 | 1 | |
| Excessive rust and metal corrosion on frame, wheels, brakes, and steering components. *tr | |||
| 12/10/2004 | 101382 | 2 | 09/25/2001 |
| Vehicle was driving roughly and consumer was able to pull over. consumer noticed that the right passenger's side wheel collapsed inward. had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both driver's side and passenger's side ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that the lower ball joint failed. *tc | |||
| 04/04/2003 | 15000 | 1 | 06/12/2001 |
| On my 2001 tundra, when appling the brakes there is sever vibration causing the whole truck to vibrate. the dealership replaced the front and rear brakes but the vibration still occurs. it has caused the tires to wear excessivly and there is only 20,000 miles on the truck. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 05/28/2011 | 214000 | ||
| There was no warning of an impending failure. while traveling on a straight level interstate highway at 70 mph the front driver-side wheel collapsed under the vehicle. control was regained and the vehicle was negotiated to the shoulder. since the front suspension was recently serviced, i suspected an installation error. i later discovered that the lower ball joint had separated. having not been informed of a multi-year recall, i was unaware of the potential danger that could have been corrected for under $300 during the last servicing. current repairs are being made at a cost of over $3000. | |||
| 03/20/2011 | 154000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra limited. while driving approximately 5 mph, the driver side ball joint fractured and caused the vehicle to come to immediate halt. the contact noticed that the vehicle was tilted and as he exited the vehicle, noticed damage to the tire, fender and the driver side door. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where he was advised that all the front ball joints would need replacing. the ball joints were all repaired and the contact was awaiting the arrival of parts to have the body damage repaired. the failure and current mileage was 154,000. | |||
| 03/20/2011 | 154000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra limited. while driving approximately 5 mph the driver's side ball joint broke. the vehicle stopped immediately. he stated the vehicle was tilted and he got out of the vehicle to inspected it. the failure caused damages to the tire, the fender and the driver side door. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic. the local mechanic advised him that all the front ball joints needed replacing. the mechanic replaced all the front ball joints. the mechanic part on the vehicle was repaired. the contact was waiting for parts for the body work to be done. the failure and current mileages were 154,000. vwb | |||
| 08/17/2010 | 132000 | ||
| I own a 2001 tundra sr5 access cab trd pickup. i put 75,000 miles on it in through 8 ne iowa winters before moving to a warmer part of the country. my truck now has 132,000 miles on it. on august 17th, 2010 i drove through a pothole and heard a crack from the front left suspension. upon inspection after work i found a busted left sway arm link. the link had rusted severely and sheared at the sway bar bushing location. i replaced the link myself with factory toyota parts and torqued to factory specifications on august 22nd. i figure the new link will last at least as long as the previous one, but i'm guessing the right link is not in much better condition. pictures and the what i have left of the old link are available. no injuries or significant damage occurred, but this could be a safety issue in certain conditions, and probably should be subject to a recall. | |||
| 12/26/2009 | 81000 | 1 | |
| We own a 2001 tundra with severe rust problems on the frame, brakes, body parts, spare tire, suspension and nuts and bolts all over the vehicle. the spare tire dropped from the rear of the truck due to rust and damaged the rear bumper. we have spent thousands of dollars to repair rusted items on this truck. *tr | |||
| 01/02/2010 | 180845 | 1 | |
| On january 2, 2010 the right front wheel fell off due to a failure of the lower ball joint. the wheel happened to come off of the vehicle while i was driving less than 25 mph. my vehicle is a 2001 toyota tundra, 8 cylinder 4 wheel drive truck. i demand that the government take appropriate action to prevent death and injury from this apparent defect. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2007 | 100000 | 1 | |
| Frame/chassis is rusting at weld joints and mounts. paint is bubbling and rust is visible below the cracked paint areas, which concerns me since i tow a 6,000 lbs rv trailer. i am also concerned that the vehicle might not pass the virginia state vehicle inspection. *tr | |||
| 10/14/2009 | 255456 | 1 | |
| On 10/14/09 while driving on la 15 the left front ball joint came apart on my 2001 toyota tundra pickup. there was no warning, just a loud bang leading me to believe, at first, i had a blowout. what followed next was a loss of control and brake failure before i spun out on the side of the road and came to a stop. luckily i was unhurt. i know there was a recall on the 2002-2004 vehicles but i am more than a little sure something is wrong here too. *tr | |||
| 05/24/2007 | 104000 | 2 | 04/01/2001 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. while driving 55 mph, the front tire detached from the disc brake, but the tire bearing was still attached. the cause of failure was due to the ball joint. the consumer lost control of the vehicle and slammed into a concrete wall on the highway. the contacts husband sustained mild bumps and bruises. she stated that her husband would have died if it weren't for the concrete wall. a police report was filed. the vehicle was completely destroyed and cannot be driven. the contact notified the dealer who stated that the manufacturer is liable for the failure. the current and failure mileages were 104,000. updated 07/24/07 *tr | |||
| 02/15/2005 | 76128 | 1 | 07/17/2001 |
| Purchased truck new in 2001. excessive front brake pad wear out since new 6,000 to 10,000 miles per set. noticed a looseness in front end early on and progressively worse as time went on including wobbling and lurching while braking. at 36,000 + miles toyota replaced complete front and rear brake system with a heaver duty system at no cost. front end still felt loose. at 52,000 miles dealer repalced front rotors and second set of pads since system up date at my expense. still the front end felt loose. at 76,000 miles f/l wheel assemble breaks off the truck while driving over a small speed bump at less then 10 mph damaging fender and door. a toyota dealer fixed the truck. the front end still feels loose and the dealer will not check or work on the truck because i filed a complaint with the bureau of auto repair. my complaint was the dealer did not return to me the repalced parts which i requested several times. the dealer told me he did not have to give mt the damaged parts and that nothing would happen to him because he was friends with the local consumer rep. i was contacted by a consumer rep and he told me the same thing and there was nothing he could do but put a note in the dealers file. i have not gotten any official report since filing my complaint. my truck is unsafe and i have no choice but to continue to drive it. | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | |||
| 03/15/2008 | 108626 | 1 | 11/15/2005 |
| I own a 2001 toyota tundra sr5 4wd truck. my vehicle was parked outside my house and i was planning on repositioning it so that i could put some things in the bed. i pulled forward about 10 feet and all of the sudden i heard a breaking noise and then a loud scrapping noise coming from the front passenger side of the truck. i immediately stopped the vehicle and got out to inspect what had happened. i noticed that the lower suspension was broken and had separated itself from the tire wheel assembly. when it broke off some parts had grinded/scraped the inside of the wheel. after some research i learned that it was the front lower ball joint that had broken and separated from the knuckle. luckily, i had an empty unloaded vehicle and wasn't driving fast so no accident occurred, but evaluating the damage it wouldn't be hard to believe how large and devastating this could have been if i had a fully loaded truck and was driving on the freeway. i'm not sure how much it will be to repair and/or replace the parts yet. however, toyota has been reluctant to resolve this problem. *tr | |||
| 01/24/2008 | 105000 | 1 | 11/25/2001 |
| My son was driving my 2001 tundra 4x4, on highway 1, west of watsonville california, at approximately 65 mph on straight and level freeway the left front lower ball joint failed detaching, except for brake lines, the left front wheel. the vehicle skidded on what was left of the ball joint assembly and he was able to control the vehicle to the center median. the truck sustained minor body damage and luckily no injuries to my son or the passenger. toyota has agreed to repair the damaged ball joint but not the body damage or the non damaged ball joint. i am not comfortable driving the vehicle any longer. *tr | |||
| 12/11/2007 | 147106 | 1 | 06/17/2001 |
| My husband first noticed a vibration and said that the steering felt odd in our 2001 tundra. he was then suddenly surprised when the driver's side front wheel detached and the driver's side front end slammed to the ground. he was lucky because he was driving at a low rate of speed on a secondary road and no collision or injuries occurred. just minutes before he was driving on a main congested road at a higher rate of speed and this could have caused a major collision and substantial injuries. the tundra was taken to the local toyato dealer in our town of boone, nc. it has been determined that the lower and upper ball joints separated. we are in the process of contacting toyota to see why a recall has not been placed and if they are willing to do anything for us. it seems as if there are many reports of this problem and nothing has been done. i cannot believe that toyota has not recalled these trucks when peoples lives are at risk. *tr | |||
| 11/01/2005 | 95000 | 2 | 08/17/2002 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. while driving 10 mph she felt a bump that caused the vehicle to stop without warning. the contact noticed the driver front tire disengaged. the dealer stated that the left lower ball was weakened and worn. they also stated that the axle was damaged. the dealer replaced the lower ball joint, the axle and the tie rod end. approximately a year and half later the contact experienced the same problem; however, it was the passenger side ball joint, axle and tie rod end. there is a recall for the 2002 toyota tundra for the lower ball joint (recall #05v225000). the contact felt her vehicle should be included. the failure mileage was 95,000 and the current mileage was 140,000. | |||
| 03/27/2007 | 1 | 05/19/2001 | |
| In may 2005, toyota recalled 775,000 pickups and suv's because of possibility of excessive wear to a front suspension lower ball joint; however they only recalled 2002-2004 and recently 533,000 2004-2006 tundra trucks. this is an accident waiting to happen. the tundra 2000-2001 are made from the same casting that the 2002-2004 and yet, toyota never made an effort of thinking of anyone safe when the lower ball joint snap out when people are driving the vehicle. just as mind did on 27 of march 2007 which pinned the left tire under truck. it took nearly 1 hour to place the truck on tow truck, due too the damage. i would like a investigation which would expose toyota for ignoring their lialbilty to properly recall their defects on the 2000-2001 lower front left and right suspension lower ball joint. thank you. the cost is about $5000.00 parts and labor. *jb | |||
| 10/19/2006 | 84000 | 1 | |
| Was about to merge on to freeway when drivers side front wheel broke away from vehicle due to lower ball joint failure. towed to dealership where vehicle was purchased, and service advisor stated that some tundras were under recall for this same malfunction but not mine. extended warranty covers parts that malfunctioned but not the body damage caused by the malfunctioned part(s). called toyota to complain about situation, and was informed that the damages to my vehicle, including damage to driver side door, driver side front fender and front bumper were my responsibility and not toyota's, because they have no previous campaigns or records of this incident with my year model truck. *nm | |||
| 09/12/2006 | 1 | 08/18/2001 | |
| Driving my 2001 toyota tundra at speed about 10 to 15 mph. had rapid increasing difficulty steering, suddenly the right front wheel (driver's side) broke off and truck slid to a stop. i looked at what had happened and found the lower ball joint /arm had broken off and the truck fell on to wheel. i could not steer and lucky, was on a side road. the truck was towed to the toyota dealer. repair cost estimate is pending at this time. *nm | |||
| 02/11/2005 | 40000 | 2 | 06/06/2001 |
| Brakes and ball joint failure of toyota tundra lim. 4door 4.7l 8 cylinder 4x4 right side wheel came off and hit two persons on the shoulder of the highway in which one was killed.*ak | |||
| 10/21/2005 | 87000 | 1 | 08/31/2001 |
| Driving north on alvernon in the left lane between 37th and palo verde the front left wheel of the 2001 toyota tundra separated from the vehicle. the wheel remained under the vehicle attached to the front drive shaft. failure of the ball joints is suspected. approximate speed was 40 mph. after separation the vehicle tracked straight for approximate 100 feet, i then controlled the vehicle and move to the far side of the right lane and stopped. damage to the front wheel drive system, wheel, front bumper, front left panel, abs system and other expected damage occurred. no damage to other vehicles on the road or significant property damage other than damage to the roadway. at this time there are not related physical damage or injury to myself (i was alone when this occurred) or anyone else. toyota at this time has refused to make repairs of the vehicle due to this mechanical failure. there is a recall nhtsa campaign id 05v225000 for this type of failure, but currently does not include the 2001 year for this make and model. *nm | |||
| 09/22/2005 | 158313 | 1 | 03/16/2001 |
| (1) i left my work at 6:00 am the morning of sept. 22 . i had only gone approx. 2 miles at about 50 mph, when all of a sudden the vehicle started shaking and sparks were flying from under the vehicle until i could get it off the road and stopped. (2) i got out to see what had happened and found the driver side tire off and wedged under the front of the car. i was really shaken about this. in another 10 minutes i would have been driving home through a real windy canyon drive that i commute about 54 miles one-way to work, with mountain on one side and a canyon with river on the other. i definitely could have been killed. we found the lower ball joint down the road . it had been completely sheered at the thread area. i called the bakersfield toyota dealership and my 2001 tundra was not covered for this. i also called the toyota manufacturer and it was not covered for this. i have taken excellent care of my tundra. i had no clue as to a problem with my ball joints. the ball joint shouldn't have failed like this. (3) i had my tundra towed to a local brake and front end shop and had the work done there. i had both the upper and lower ball joints on both sides done. it cost me $624.00. *jb | |||
| 12/10/2004 | 101382 | 2 | 09/25/2001 |
| Vehicle was driving roughly and consumer was able to pull over. consumer noticed that the right passenger's side wheel collapsed inward. had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both driver's side and passenger's side ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that the lower ball joint failed. *tc | |||
| 11/11/2002 | 58241 | 3 | 03/31/2001 |
| Safety complaint on toyota tundras - lower ball joint failures resulting in front wheel to come off vehicle while driving. this failure results in severe damage to front-end of trucks and could result in debilitating or fatal accidents! three known cases in charleston, west virginia area! | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT | |||
| 12/11/2007 | 147106 | 1 | 06/17/2001 |
| My husband first noticed a vibration and said that the steering felt odd in our 2001 tundra. he was then suddenly surprised when the driver's side front wheel detached and the driver's side front end slammed to the ground. he was lucky because he was driving at a low rate of speed on a secondary road and no collision or injuries occurred. just minutes before he was driving on a main congested road at a higher rate of speed and this could have caused a major collision and substantial injuries. the tundra was taken to the local toyato dealer in our town of boone, nc. it has been determined that the lower and upper ball joints separated. we are in the process of contacting toyota to see why a recall has not been placed and if they are willing to do anything for us. it seems as if there are many reports of this problem and nothing has been done. i cannot believe that toyota has not recalled these trucks when peoples lives are at risk. *tr | |||
| 10/21/2005 | 87000 | 1 | 08/31/2001 |
| Driving north on alvernon in the left lane between 37th and palo verde the front left wheel of the 2001 toyota tundra separated from the vehicle. the wheel remained under the vehicle attached to the front drive shaft. failure of the ball joints is suspected. approximate speed was 40 mph. after separation the vehicle tracked straight for approximate 100 feet, i then controlled the vehicle and move to the far side of the right lane and stopped. damage to the front wheel drive system, wheel, front bumper, front left panel, abs system and other expected damage occurred. no damage to other vehicles on the road or significant property damage other than damage to the roadway. at this time there are not related physical damage or injury to myself (i was alone when this occurred) or anyone else. toyota at this time has refused to make repairs of the vehicle due to this mechanical failure. there is a recall nhtsa campaign id 05v225000 for this type of failure, but currently does not include the 2001 year for this make and model. *nm | |||
| 09/22/2005 | 158313 | 1 | 03/16/2001 |
| (1) i left my work at 6:00 am the morning of sept. 22 . i had only gone approx. 2 miles at about 50 mph, when all of a sudden the vehicle started shaking and sparks were flying from under the vehicle until i could get it off the road and stopped. (2) i got out to see what had happened and found the driver side tire off and wedged under the front of the car. i was really shaken about this. in another 10 minutes i would have been driving home through a real windy canyon drive that i commute about 54 miles one-way to work, with mountain on one side and a canyon with river on the other. i definitely could have been killed. we found the lower ball joint down the road . it had been completely sheered at the thread area. i called the bakersfield toyota dealership and my 2001 tundra was not covered for this. i also called the toyota manufacturer and it was not covered for this. i have taken excellent care of my tundra. i had no clue as to a problem with my ball joints. the ball joint shouldn't have failed like this. (3) i had my tundra towed to a local brake and front end shop and had the work done there. i had both the upper and lower ball joints on both sides done. it cost me $624.00. *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||
| 07/14/2009 | 173744 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact stated that the shock absorbers were not functioning correctly. the steering would also pull the vehicle to the side while driving over a bump on the highway. moreover, the power steering was leaking oil. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the frame was unsafe. the manufacturer has been notified. the current and failure mileages were 173,744. updated 08/19/09 *bf the rear cross members were rusted through on both ends. the front stabilizer bar was rusted through and broke off on the drivers side. the rear differential rusted out and leaked oil. updated 08/20/09.*jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY - LEAF | |||
| 08/27/2009 | 109200 | 1 | 03/01/2001 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. he stated that the vehicle was purchased brand new in march 2001. rust and corrosion were underneath the vehicle on the frame near the axle. recently, the rear leaf spring broke in half. the dealer stated that there are a few complaints on this year, make and model vehicle; however, there are no programs in place authorizing the dealer to make repairs. the failure mileage was 109,200. updated 09/23/09. *lj updated 09/23/09*jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - STABILIZER BAR | |||
| 08/14/2003 | 29500 | 02/09/2001 | |
| Steering/stability. while driving at 55 mph lost control of truck and resulted in accident. truck went into flat spin then rolled | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||
| 01/12/2008 | 79000 | 2 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota tundra. the contact had to replace the brakes in august of 2007. in november, the vehicle was taken back to the dealer because an adjustment was needed. recently, the contact's husband heard grinding noises coming from the tire area while driving 60 mph. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the bearing completely failed. the technician stated that whoever worked on the brakes set the rotors too low, causing the bearing to malfunction. the purchase date and powertrain were unknown. the current mileage was 80,350 and failure mileage was 79,000. | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 07/09/2009 | 119000 | 1 | |
| 2110 toyota tundra with rusted, corroded, broken leaf springs, rear cross member, drive shaft looks rusted and corroded. brakes are broken, rotors broken. car is not drivable. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2007 | 100000 | 1 | |
| Frame/chassis is rusting at weld joints and mounts. paint is bubbling and rust is visible below the cracked paint areas, which concerns me since i tow a 6,000 lbs rv trailer. i am also concerned that the vehicle might not pass the virginia state vehicle inspection. *tr | |||
| 10/10/2009 | 90000 | 1 | |
| I currently own a 2001 toyota tundra pickup truck, bought in 2003, and have garaged it for 85% of its life, sprayed and cleaned the undercarriage on a regular basis. the truck currently has 90k on it. the frame does have rust throughout. especially where the suspension supports are located from front to back and most if not all of the hardware that holds the bed to the frame and the whole truck to the frame is rusted and some of the threads of the fasteners are gone. am concerned that it is a safety hazard for my family and anyone passing by the truck while it is in motion. am wondering what the out come will be. *tr | |||
| 07/23/2009 | 101000 | 1 | |
| Vehicle was shaking, felt from rear of vehicle. made loud popping sound from rearend of vehicle when articulating a turn on a hill, or road bump. it was found that the rearend u-bolts that attach the rearend to the leaf springs were extremely loose. the rear drive axle was literally falling out from under the vehicle. this vehicle has had no work done pertaining to the u bolts, they should not have came loose. *tr | |||
| 10/18/2001 | 125000 | 1 | |
| I have toyota tundra 2001 with severe frame rust, rear shock mount frame rusted out holes in frame, brake stabilizer now unattached to vehicle the spare tire fell out of vehicle while driving due to rust problems. i have contact toyota several times they said i am out of luck. this is an obvious defect.. i have read online that i am not the only tundra owner with these problems toyota is not willing to stand by us. can not replace parts the frame ia defective! *tr | |||
| 10/02/2009 | 86000 | 1 | |
| Rust and excessive corrosion 2001 toyota tundra resulting in frame and suspension component weakness and broken leaf spring. *tr | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/01/2009 | 1 | ||
| 2001 toyota tundra. consumer writes regarding rusted frame *tgw the consumer stated he only discovered the frame rust when the rear leaf spring broke unexpectedly while driving in august 2009. *jb | |||