Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V225000 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 08/01/2001 to 09/26/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 768379 | 07/05/2005 | ODI | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 05/17/2005 | 05/17/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain sport utility vehicles, due to a manufacturing issue in the front suspension lower ball joint, there is a possibility that the surface of the ball of the joint may have been scratched. the ball joint may eventually experience excessive wear and looseness, resulting in increased steering effort. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The lower ball joint may separate from the knuckle causing loss of steering control and a crash could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints free of charge. the recall began on july 5, 2005. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Toyota recall no. 50j.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| 07V013000 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 08/15/2003 to 11/17/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 533124 | 02/28/2007 | ODI | TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION | 01/19/2007 | 01/19/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks and mini vans, due to possible improper finishing of the front suspension lower ball joint, some ball joints may experience an incidental deterioration of the internal lubrication. this may cause the ball joint to wear and loosen prematurely, which could result in increased steering effort, reduced vehicle self-centering, and noise in the front suspension. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In extreme cases, if the vehicle is continuously operated in this condition, the lower ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints. the recall began on february 28, 2007. owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Toyota recall no. 70b.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | |||||
| 05015 | 06/27/2005 | 10015504 | Special service campaign 50j - phase i - front suspension lower ball joint may experience excessive wear and looseness causing increased steering, effort, reduced vehicle self-centering, and noise in the front suspension. *tt | 07/26/2005 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||||
| 00304 | 12/24/2004 | 00304 | 10011864 | Squeak noise coming from the rear shocks. *tt | 02/02/2005 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | ||||||
| RQ06005 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 04/10/2006 | 08/09/2006 | LOWER BALL JOINT SEPARATION | ||
| The office of defects investigations (odi) opened rq06-005 based on four consumer reports of alleged ball joint failure. the complaints allege that a front suspension ball joint separated while driving, which caused the suspension to collapse and resulted in a loss of vehicle control. all of these complaints involved the failure of a lower tension-type ball joint. during the investigation there were 39 (36.7 per 100,000 vehicles) complaints and 74 (69.6 per 100,000 vehicles) warranty claims for the 2004 model year (my) toyota tundra. further analysis showed that the average failure mileage was 54,025 miles, and that of the 109 unique ball joint separation incidents, 64 (133 per 100,000 vehicles) were on four-wheel drive vehicles, which make up approximately 45% of the 2004 my population (106,346 vehicles). the remaining 55% are two-wheel drive vehicles which experienced a total of 45 (77 per 100,000 vehicles) ball joint separations. also, throughout the investigation there surfaced additional failures which have prompted odi to upgrade this investigation to an engineering analysis and widen the scope of the affected population to include 2004-2005 my.this recall query has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea06-014) to further investigate this issue to assess the safety-related consequences, and to determine the scope of the affected population. | ||||||
| EA06014 | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 08/02/2006 | 02/28/2007 | LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE | 07V013000 | |
| In a letter dated january 18, 2007, toyota notified nhtsa of a safety defect in model year (my) 2004 through 2006 toyota tundra and my 2004 through 2007 toyota sequoia vehicles produced between september 15, 2003 and november 17, 2006 (nhtsa recall no. 07v-013). according to toyota, | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 02/23/2013 | 189000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the lower front ball joint separated from the knuckle and caused him to lose control of the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and was not diagnosed. the dealer stated that the vehicle already was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 07v013000 (suspension). the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure and current mileage was 189,000. | |||
| 02/23/2013 | 189000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the lower front ball joint separated from the knuckle and caused him to lose control of the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and was not diagnosed. the dealer stated that the vehicle already was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 07v013000 (suspension). the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure and current mileage was 189,000. mah | |||
| 11/01/2012 | 95000 | ||
| At the service center i was advised that my truck had extensive frame rust. i contact local toyota dealership (wappingers dch) and service manager said it is know problem with this generation tundra. toyota currently buying back 2000-2003, but my 2004 was not yet included. he advised that i wait to hear back. contact toyota and was told maybe, but i needed to wait. i was also told that there was an inspection recall and frame repair option for this, but they did not have me on file as owner, so i was not contacted. i have owned this truck for 4 years and serviced it at a registered toyota dealer. they were not able to answer what happened and recommended that i wait. now i can't pass inspection or drive my truck and i'm stuck. please advise. | |||
| 02/07/2013 | 68000 | 1 | |
| Noticed extreme rust on frame and other metal parts flaking and falling off. condition appears unsafe to drive. tr | |||
| 02/07/2013 | 68000 | ||
| Noticed extreme rust on frame and other metal parts flaking and falling off. condition appears unsafe to drive. | |||
| 01/16/2013 | 263000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle swerved to the right and the driver's side wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic, who inspected the failure and advised the contact that the upper and lower ball joints snapped, causing the tires to collapse inward and under the vehicle. in addition, the front axle was found to be fractured. the mechanic replaced the lower ball joints, control arm and the axle. the manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that the vehicle was included in and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 07v01300 (suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint). the manufacturer offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 263,000. | |||
| 01/16/2013 | 263000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle swerved to the right and the driver's side wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic, who inspected the failure and advised the contact that the upper and lower ball joints snapped, causing the tires to collapse inward and under the vehicle. in addition, the front axle was found to be fractured. the mechanic replaced the lower ball joints, control arm and the axle. the manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that the vehicle was included in and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 07v01300 (suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint). the manufacturer offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 263,000. kmj | |||
| 01/16/2013 | 263000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle swerved to the right and the driver side wheel came off. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic shop who inspects the failure and stated the top and lower ball joints snapped causing the tires to go under the vehicle. this also caused a broken axle. the mechanic replaced lower ball joints, the control arm and the axle. the repairs was at the expense of the contact. the manufacturer was notified who stated there was a recall and his vehicle was repaired at the time of the recall. the recall nhtsa campaign id number: 07v013000 component: suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint. the manufacturer offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 263,000. mw | |||
| 11/21/2012 | 73571 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that the frame was rusted and corroded. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance when the mechanic pointed out the failure. the manufacturer was notified who advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 07v013000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 73,571. kmj | |||
| 11/21/2012 | 73571 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated the frame was rusted and corroded. the vehicle was taken in for a routine maintenance and the mechanic noticed the rusted frame. the manufacturer was notified who stated there was a recall and his vin was not included. the recall nhtsa campaign id number: 07v013000: suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 73,571. mw | |||
| 12/07/2012 | 55023 | 1 | |
| Catalytic converter failed at 55,023 miles and was replaced under warranty. the same catalytic converter failed again at 110,000 miles and when i went to a dealer was told that it wasn't under warranty and that i would have to pay $1200.00 for the part alone and labor would be extra. i also told the dealer that the high rear brake light housing was melting from the heat of the lights. they did nothing. the frame is rusting badly and is becoming a safety hazard. i called toyota customer service and they said there was no recall for any of these items and there was nothing they could do. adaptive equipment is listed as a choice under affected parts. how about explaining exactly what is the definition of adaptive equipment? *tr | |||
| 12/07/2012 | 55023 | ||
| Catalytic converter failed at 55,023 miles and was replaced under warranty. the same catalytic converter failed again at 110,000 miles and when i went to a dealer was told that it wasn't under warranty and that i would have to pay $1200.00 for the part alone and labor would be extra. i also told the dealer that the high rear brake light housing was melting from the heat of the lights. they did nothing. the frame is rusting badly and is becoming a safety hazard. i called toyota customer service and they said there was no recall for any of these items and there was nothing they could do. adaptive equipment is listed as a choice under affected parts. how about explaining exactly what is the definition of adaptive equipment? | |||
| 10/18/2012 | 107400 | 1 | |
| My vehicle needs an alignment. i was told by the toyota dealership that the frame on my vehicle is rusted and needs to be replaced. toyota tundras do have a recall for the rusted frame but my vehicle isn't part of this recall since its 3 months newer. i was told by the toyota service rep at the dealership that my vehicle is unsafe to drive. i contacted toyota and they claim that they cannot do anything about this. *tr | |||
| 10/18/2012 | 107400 | ||
| My vehicle needs an alignment. i was told by the toyota dealership that the frame on my vehicle is rusted and needs to be replaced. toyota tundras do have a recall for the rusted frame but my vehicle isn't part of this recall since its 3 months newer. i was told by the toyota service rep at the dealership that my vehicle is unsafe to drive. i contacted toyota and they claim that they cannot do anything about this. | |||
| 05/11/2012 | 57000 | 1 | |
| The front stabilizer bars broke at the top were the nuts thread on. *tr | |||
| 05/11/2012 | 57000 | ||
| The front stabilizer bars broke at the top were thenuts thread on. | |||
| 09/07/2012 | 62900 | 1 | |
| Excessive rust throughout underbody and drive train components. porous, rusted through differential now leaking oil. rust issues started while vehicle still under 3/36 warranty. belt tensioner bracket, bracket mount and ball joints at 33,921 miles, sway bar linkages rusted through at 45,168 miles. both issued repaired as warranty matters. toyota claims current problem not covered but admits defective material and offers to provide replacement parts only, requiring estimated $770 to complete the repair. have initiated complaint with toyota, file number available upon request. *tr | |||
| 08/23/2012 | 147526 | 1 | |
| During the course of routine service at independent garage mechanic pointed out three major components with severe corrosion issues that need to be addressed immediately: 1) frame severely rotted by rust, a perforation was identified on front driver's side 2) rear axle body severely corroded by rust, not leaking yet but likely will soon 3) power steering rack severely rotted by rust on passenger side, not leaking yet but likely will soon, described by mechanic as tender failure of any of these items could cause an accident leading to serious injury. *tr | |||
| 08/23/2012 | 147526 | ||
| During the course of routine service at independent garage mechanic pointed out three major components with severe corrosion issues that need to be addressed immediately: 1) frame severely rotted by rust, a perforation was identified on front driver's side 2) rear axle body severely corroded by rust, not leaking yet but likely will soon 3) power steering rack severely rotted by rust on passenger side, not leaking yet but likely will soon, described by mechanic as tender failure of any of these items could cause an accident leading to serious injury | |||
| 08/16/2012 | 78000 | 1 | |
| My sister in law was driving southbound on u.s. inter state 101. front left suspension collapse, upper and lower ball joint completely detached from the vehicle, tire blew out on impact, the only thing that is holding the tire was the brake line. i called toyota on 8-16-12. the call center was out sources and the employee didn't speak english well. i have to explained several times about the incident. he gave me a case #12081161743 and say a case manager would call me within 24 hrs. twenty minutes later i got a call from the call center. the employee say he will transfer me to a case manager because my case was urgent . a case manager ([xxx]) in california come on line and wanted me to explain everything to her. in the middle of explaining (the fourth time) she hung up on me. i called the call center and again. i have to explain everything again. this time they say they have no record of [xxx] in california and nobody was assigned to my case yet. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr | |||
| 08/16/2012 | 78000 | ||
| My sister in law was driving southbound on u.s. inter state 101. front left suspension collapse, upper and lower ball joint completely detached from the vehicle, tire blew out on impact, the only thing that is holding the tire was the brake line. i called toyota on 8-16-12. the call center was out sources and the employee didn't speak english well. i have to explained several times about the incident. he gave me a case #12081161743 and say a case manager would call me within 24 hrs. twenty minutes later i got a call from the call center. the employee say he will transfer me to a case manager because my case was urgent . a case manager (sonya) in california come on line and wanted me to explain everything to her. in the middle of explaining (the fourth time) she hung up on me. i called the call center and again. i have to explain everything again. this time they say they have no record of sonya in california and nobody was assigned to my case yet. | |||
| 04/15/2012 | 109000 | 1 | |
| Rear end leaking oil. mechanic able to put finger through housing due to severe rusting. entire rear end replaced under extended warranty i purchased. entire frame rusted heavily. all welds severely rusted. frame integrity gone. front arm rusted so badly mechanic says it will not pass inspection in october, 2012. front arm so rusted it is likely to collapse. emergency brake not functioning due to heavy corrosion...advised to replace. body immaculate. no rust anywhere but frame. *tr | |||
| 04/15/2012 | 109000 | ||
| Rear end leaking oil. mechanic able to put finger through housing due to severe rusting. entire rear end replaced under extended warranty i purchased. entire frame rusted heavily. all welds severely rusted. frame integrity gone. front arm rusted so badly mechanic says it will not pass inspection in october, 2012. front arm so rusted it is likely to collapse. emergency brake not functioning due to heavy corrosion...advised to replace. body immaculate. no rust anywhere but frame. | |||
| 05/16/2012 | 148258 | ||
| Frame rot. | |||
| 02/22/2012 | |||
| Excessive rust accumulation on frame of truck. recall campaign # 09v444000 states toyota will initiate a field action on 2004 through 2006 models. call to toyota customer relations (case # 120 223 00 21), proved to be useless. no action being taken by toyota. | |||
| 08/01/2011 | 170000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the front passenger wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v013000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint), but they would not repair the damages. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 170,000. | |||
| 08/01/2011 | 170000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the front passenger wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v013000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint), but they would not repair the damages. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 170,000. kmj | |||
| 08/01/2011 | 170000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the front passenger wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v013000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint), but they would not repair the damages. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 170,000. sm. | |||
| 10/11/2011 | 127000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while attempting to park, the contact noticed that the front driver side tire had detached from the vehicle. she inspected the vehicle and noticed something leaking. the vehicle was towed to a private mechanic who replaced the axle and lower ball joints. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. the current and failure mileages were 127,000. | |||
| 10/11/2011 | 127000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while attempting to park, the contact noticed that the front driver side tire had detached from the vehicle. she inspected the vehicle and noticed something leaking. the vehicle was towed to a private mechanic who replaced the axle and lower ball joints. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. the current and failure mileages were 127,000. kmj | |||
| 10/11/2011 | 127000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while attempting to park the contact noticed that the front driver side tire had detached from the vehicle. she inspected the vehicle when she noticed something leaking onto the fround. the vehicle was towed to a private mechanic who replaced the axle and lower ball joints. the dealer or manufacturer had not been notified. the current and failure mileages were 127,000. bw | |||
| 09/09/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the upper rod barring fractured unexpectedly. the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 131,000 and the current mileage was 135,000. | |||
| 09/09/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the upper rod barring fractured unexpectedly. the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 131,000 and the current mileage was 135,000. kmj | |||
| 09/09/2011 | 131000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while driving at 70 mph, the contact stated that the upper rod barring broke unexpectedly. the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assisatance with repair to the defect. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 131,000 and the current mileage was 135,000. nw | |||
| 01/10/2005 | 6 | 03/22/2004 | |
| Gas tank defect, sometimes it indicates empty tank but it is not empty, sometimes it indicate full tank but it is not full. this tank is unpredictable possibly a manufacturing defect. also the tires wears faster on the outer surface uneven. sometimes the vehicle veers off to left and sometimes to the right may be related to ball joints defect or sloppy toyota technician work or both. *tr updated 02/01/08 *tr | |||
| 07/22/2007 | 69000 | 2 | 03/01/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while driving 65 mph, the front suspension failed and the passenger side front tire and rim detached from the vehicle. the vehicle is currently at the dealer. the cause of the suspension failure has not yet been diagnosed. the current and failure mileages were 69,000. | |||
| 06/11/2007 | 1 | 12/16/2003 | |
| While drinving at speed of 55 mph on avenue the whole tire fell off , cutiin brake hose and tire got trap under neath . *ak | |||
| 05/15/2007 | 1 | 01/01/2005 | |
| Toyota has issued recall notice ssc 70b for the tundra. i called several times attempting to schedule to have recall repairs performed. the response was that toyota had large back log and the parts were not available. the response was the same from toyota corporate. it will be weeks if not months until the parts will be available. in the mean time i must drive a vehicle with potentially defective parts.*ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 06/18/2011 | 65000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while driving, the contact stated that the lower front control arm broke on both the passenger and drivers side of the vehicle. the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but did not assist the contact with the failure. the failure was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 65,000. tlb | |||
| 06/18/2011 | 65000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while driving, the contact stated that the lower front arm broke on both sides. the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but did not assist the contact with the failure. the failure was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 65,000. nw | |||
| 05/21/2011 | 86000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while driving approximately 25 mph, the contact heard a cracking sound coming from the front of the vehicle. the vehicle suddenly dropped to the ground and the contact was unable to control the vehicle. the vehicle came to a stop independently and was towed to the contacts home. a mechanic inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the front, driver side upper and lower ball joints were broken and caused the wheel to detach from the vehicle. the failure caused damage to the brake lines, abs lines, lower control arms, drive shaft and control arm shaft. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 86,000. | |||
| 05/21/2011 | 86000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while driving approximately 25 mph the contact heard a cracking sound coming from the front of the vehicle. the vehicle suddenly dropped down to the floor. the contact was unable to control the vehicle and the vehicle came to a stop on its own. the vehicle was towed to the contacts home. a mechanic inspected the vehicle and informed the contact the front driver side upper and lower ball joints had broken and caused the wheel to detach from the vehicle . the failure caused damage to the brake lines, abs lines, the lower control arms, drive shaft and control arm shaft. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 86,000. ds | |||
| 07/15/2009 | 1 | ||
| My 2004 toyota tundra double cab has an excessive amount of rust on the undercarriage. because of this rust, the camber bolts cannot be removed to properly align the vehicle. i have been told that they will have to use heat to remove them, along with a lot of force, and in turn may do frame damage in the process. i have been quoted by my dealer $5,200 to fix the problem which initially started with a small shimmy in the steering wheel which grew into a big shimmy especially while towing. that quote does not include any possible charged from the body shop if damage to the frame should occur. i do not have $5,200 so i ended up with a new set of tires and half of an alignment because the camber bolts were not able to be removed. here i am months later and my new tires are so bald on the front that i am actually seeing the tread showing through. i have always loved my tundra, but all of this rust on the frame and undercarriage is very concerning regarding the longevity of my vehicle. i was told that toyotas last forever. at this point i feel that my truck is dangerous to even drive but it is my only vehicle. i have owned and maintained many vehicles and never had rust issues like this, nor have i ever been faced with such a costly repair on a not so old vehicle. i am stuck in a bad place and just don't know where to go or what to do. i desperately need my truck. without it i lose my source of transportation as well as my ability to earn a living. i just simply cannot afford... meaning i just do not have this kind of money to bring my truck back to health. all of this stress and frustration is a result of this excessive rust. included in the estimate is remove and replace camber bolts $1,957 --- steering rack boots 400.00 alignment 90.00---- driveshaft assembly $2,003---- rear u-joint $433.00---- differential fluid $330.00 it does not include any possible damage to the frame/body in their attempt to remove the camber bolts or another brand new set of tires. *tr | |||
| 08/09/2009 | 54000 | 1 | |
| 2004 toyota tundra double cab sr5 with 54000 miles- front swaybar links breaking. i just brought my truck into the dealership for an oil change and both front sway bar links are broken. looking on a couple of sites, this appears to be a common problem. the truck is factory original and is a personal vehicle, not used for off road travel. *tr | |||
| 04/12/2005 | 35000 | 1 | |
| I had two auto repair shops tell me that my ball joints were bad i went to haddad toyota to have them checked haddad toyota told me there was nothing wrong with the ball joints. i then proceeded to have new tires put on because of excessive wear at the time the tire store said you have to replace your vball joints so at a cost of 500 dollars i had them replaced when the first recall came out after i had the joints replace i sent al,l the information to toyota for refund of my money. they said because i had the replacement done by someone other than toyota i could not get my money . is there any way i can recover the money i spent after toyota denied there was anything wrong with the ball joints? *tr | |||
| 08/17/2006 | 8000 | 1 | 11/15/2003 |
| I have a 2004 toyota tundra four wheel drive. i have increased steering effort in the steering and my tires have excessive wear on the outside. the tires have no thread on the outside. i only have a little over 18,000 miles on it. i have had it aligned and it hasn't done any good. i have taken it to the dealership as well as written toyota themselves. the toyota corporation said that there is a recall. the dealership itself said that it is not part of the recall on the ball joints and lower suspension. they want do anything about it. *nm | |||
| 11/09/2005 | 4123 | 1 | 06/30/2004 |
| Vehicle was purchased on june 30, 2004. after only a few thousand miles, the front tire began to wear excessively on the outside edge, and the vehicle pulled hard to the right. the dealer replaced the front tires and aligned the end at around 4k miles. the wear continued, and now at 18k, the tires are worn out. the vehicle still pulls to the right, and the dealer states that no additional front end alignments or tires will be replaced under warranty. *nm | |||
| 08/13/2004 | 3 | 06/05/2004 | |
| Dt: the front end shimmied and the outside of the frnt tire began to wear. the dealer did wheel balance and alignment bu the shimmying continued when driving slow. had the vehicle to the dealer at least 3 times but the deale r could not find anything wrong with it. the ball joint recall did not include the consumer's vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer the first time on aug ust 13, 2004.*ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | |||
| 03/21/2010 | 103000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. when the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, the front driver side tire disengaged from the vehicle without warning. the contact was able to drive onto the emergency lane. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the police arrived at the scene. there were no injuries or damages. the contact experienced the identical failure with nhtsa campaign id number 05v225000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint). the failure and current mileages were 103,000. | |||
| 10/13/2009 | 75000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. while driving 52 mph the front passenger wheel detached from the vehicle. he was able to safely stop the vehicle. the entire wheel assembly and drive train were on the ground. the vehicle was towed to a local repair facility. he was advised by the manufacturer that his vehicle identification number was included in recall #07v013000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). he filed a complaint, and the case# is 0910124225. he was awaiting a response. the failure mileage was 75,000. | |||
| 10/27/2007 | 1 | 12/10/2003 | |
| 2004 toyota tundra recall for front ball joints--2006 received notice and took to dealer in bozeman, mt to check...we were told our truck wasn't part of recall....months later, received another notice...called and emailed dealer, but they did not return calls or emails. october 2007 front passenger wheel broke while driving and we wrecked. dealer in laramie, wy stated that yes, your truck was part of the recall and this was due to front ball joint failure. luckily we were only driving 10mph, but if we had been driving on interstate, we would have rolled. *tr | |||
| 12/28/2006 | 50000 | 1 | |
| Lower ball joint recall danger. *tr | |||
| 06/23/2007 | 0 | 11/28/2003 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 07v013000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). he immediately scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle repaired. the dealer stated that it would take three months to get repaired because the parts were on back order. it has now been nine months and the dealer will not return his phone calls. he attempted to file a complaint with the manufacturer, but they gave him an incorrect telephone number. he stated that the vehicle vibrates terribly when the brakes are applied. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage was 34,600. | |||
| 11/20/2007 | 87000 | 1 | 12/01/2006 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact received a front suspension lower ball joint recall notice in june of 2007. he took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that they did not have the parts for the recall repair and would have to wait a month for them to arrive. a month later he called the dealer and was informed that the parts were still unavailable and they would call him when the parts arrived. months passed and the contact never received a phone call. while driving approximately 45 mph, the ball joints became loose and he lost control of the vehicle. when the vehicle finally came to a stop, it was towed to the shop. the vehicle is currently being repaired. the failure and current mileages were 87,000. updated 12-12-07. *kb updated. | |||
| 09/06/2007 | 1 | 07/26/2004 | |
| Over three months ago, i called david maus toyota in sanford to get the lower ball joints on my 2004 toyota tundra per recall ssc 70b. i was told it would take six to eight weeks for the parts to come in and they would call me when it did. i have not heard from them yet and they have not returned my phone calls. the front end of my truck is acting un-stable at this time and i fear that i might get into an accident if i continue to drive it in this condition. *tr | |||
| 07/01/2007 | 41000 | 1 | 12/01/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact received recall notice number 05v225000 (suspension front:lower ball joints). while driving, the vehicle shakes severely. the contact has called the dealer to have the recall repaired, however, they continue to inform him that the parts are unavailable and that he would have to pay for the repair. the contact stated that the recall notice indicated that the repair would be performed for free. the dealer stated that they would call him when they had an available appointment time, but they have not called or provided a loaner or rental vehicle. the speed was unknown. the failure mileage was 41,000 and current mileage was 42,000. | |||
| 01/22/2007 | 30000 | 50 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. he stated the he heard a noise coming from the front end of his vehicle. there is a recall for the front lower ball joints (nhtsa campaign # 07v013000). the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 43,000. | |||
| 07/24/2007 | 0 | 1 | 08/01/2005 |
| I received a recall notice for my 2004 toyota tundra for the front ball joints. i have called 3 times and each time my name is supposedly placed on a list to call as soon as the part arrives. well, 90 days later i haven't heard from anyone. i called my local dealer today and was told my information would have to be taken down and they would call when the part arrived, i escalated and spoke to the manager to said the part was in but it could only be installed on 7/25/07, no other day of the week would work since his staff is going back to school? i guess they just expect me to quit my job in an effort to have this problem fixed. i also escalated this issue to the manager of service department at lake norman dealership where truck was purchased. they kept transferring me to service dept then to parts, after about 30 minutes, i asked if they would even honor the recall notice and they said yes, but i have to be transferred again, no one ever answered. i have been dealing with this way to long and do not understand why toyota will not stand behind their products, i didn't do anything to the vehicle and this wasn't my fault, i wish someone could help! i do not trust any of the dealers i have spoke to at this point because i feel like they are all lying to me and trying to get out of repairing my truck. *tr | |||
| 07/12/2007 | 08/01/2004 | ||
| I received a safety recall notice on my 2004 toyota notice #ssc 70b front ball joints, i contacted the local toyota dealership where i purchased the vehicle, they have stated i must go on a waiting list as there are limited supplies of the replacment parts from toyota, 2-weeks later they are now telling me it may be weeks and weeks before parts are availible. my complaint is with toyota for not follow through on providing thier dealerships with these parts in a timely fashion, especially in this case where this is a critical repair. please feel free to contact me if further info is needed, and feel free to pressure-chew out toyota. thanks for your help. | |||
| 06/27/2007 | 77000 | 1 | 07/15/2004 |
| Front ball joint on driver's side just collapsed and the axle came out and the wheel turned sideways at 45 mph, causing a 300' skid.*ak | |||
| 05/21/2007 | 13800 | 1 | 04/04/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. on may 21, 2007, the contact received safety recall # 07v013000 for the lower ball joints. he called the dealer and he was told that they did not have any parts in the united states to perform the repair. the engine size was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 13,800. | |||
| 03/01/2007 | 1 | 03/01/2004 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that he received recall notice # 05v225000 concerning suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint. on april 20, 2007 the contact called the dealer, and they stated that the part should arrive within seven days. a week later the dealer stated that they did not know when the part would arrive. the contact stated that this was unacceptable ,and the wait time was too long. no failures occurred at this present time. the current mileage is 12,000, and the failure mileage was unknown. *ak updated 05/21/07 *tr | |||
| 04/28/2007 | 80000 | 4 | 04/29/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns 2004 toyota tundra. the contact stated that he heard a noise while driving 45 mph and suspected failure with the lower ball joint. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the ball joint was replaced at the contact's expense. also, the dealer stated that the contact would have to pay for the tires, battery, and power steering fluid flush. he stated that he should not have to pay for these expenses because the vehicle was included in the recall. the manufacturer stated that this vehicle was included in the rcall and would mail him the notice. the current and failure mileages were 80,000.*ak left message 10/16/2007 . *lj | |||
| 04/11/2007 | 1 | 01/01/2006 | |
| I received a notice from toyota that the front suspension lower ball joint on my 2004 tundra was being recalled. the noticed stated that i should contact my local toyota dealer to schedule service to replace this part. when i called i was told that they were out of the parts and would not get more until about 10 days later. after waiting 10 days, i then emailed the service department at my local dealership through their website requesting that they schedule an appointment for me. i have not heard back from them two weeks later despite their claim that they will try to respond to each inquiry within 24 hours. *tr | |||
| 04/25/2007 | 1 | 11/01/2004 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact received recall # 07v013000 regarding suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joints. he took the vehicle to two toyota dealers, and was informed that it would be approximately two weeks before the necessary parts arrived. while driving 15 mph he lost control of the vehicle. the front passenger side of the vehicle lowered and the tire detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to his residence, and he was waiting to hear from the dealer. he stated that he will file a complaint with the manufacturer, and will contact his state's attorney general. the insurance company will not file a claim for the vehicle because of the recall. he will submit pictures, the police report, and other information along with the hard copy. the current mileage is 61,000, and the failure mileage was unknown. *ak | |||
| 03/15/2007 | 51140 | 1 | |
| Tl*- the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact received a recall 7v013000 on march 15, 2007 concerning the lower ball joints. the dealer stated that the parts were not available, and they could not estimate when they could perform the repairs. however, they added his name to the waiting list. this was the only dealer in the area. the current and failure mileage were 51,140. there had been no failures to date. *ak | |||
| 01/07/2007 | 80000 | 1 | |
| Tl*- the contact called regarding the 2002 toyota tundra. the contact received a recall notice for the lower ball joints. the lower ball joints were replaced. the contact stated that approximately 6 weeks later he was traveling at 30 mph, when something came loose on the driver's side and the vehicle started to wobble. the contact lost control and struck another vehicle. there was damage to the driver's side front end. the air bags did not deploy. the failure mileage was 80,000. there were no injuries. there was no police report taken the contact had pictures of the vehicle. *ak | |||
| 09/11/2006 | 2 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. on july 31, 2006 the lower ball joints fell off the front passenger side while parking. a month later in september 2006the lower ball joints fell off the driver's side of the vehicle with the tire while sitting at a stop sign. the lower ball joints were repaired, and the following year there was a safety recall for the lower ball joints. the contact would like to be reimbursed for the safety repairs. the contact mailed all of the necessary information to be reimbursed in october 2006 to the manufacturer and received no response to date. *ak | |||
| 02/19/2007 | 100000 | 2 | 01/01/2005 |
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota tundra. the contact viewed a recall notice for the lower ball joints on the internet. the dealer advised the contact they were waiting on a recall notification from the corporate office. the contact was having problems maintaining control of the vehicle while driving. the current and failure mileage was 100,000. the dealer diagnosed the failure as the power steering pump and replaced it at cost to the contact. two to three weeks ago the dealer diagnosed the lower ball joints, and advised the contact that they were operating normally. on 2/19/07, while driving 25 mph the driver lost control of the vehicle and crossed the center line, hitting a wooden post. there was damage to the fender, the hood and the tire. the driver was unable to open the door. there were no prior warning light indicators. there were no injuries ,and the road conditions were dry. the vehicle was towed to a toyota dealer. the mechanic advised the contact that they received notification of the lower ball joint recall and that the vehicle was a part of the recall. the contact has the invoice from the power steering replacement. *ak | |||
| 01/20/2007 | 112500 | 1 | 03/12/2004 |
| There was no event leading up to failure. this was totally unsuspected. the failure i experience in my 2004 toyota tundra occurred as i was turning from a small street to a major street. as i was making this turn, the driver's side wheeled separated from the ball joint causing me to lose control of the vehicle. as i lost control of the vehicle the tire became lodged in the wheel well causing my driver's side door to become jammed. i was not able to exit the vehicle using this door. as of now, the truck is still in the parking lot at the dealer being held up by a wood block. i was told by the repair department that the parts will not be in for a few weeks. toyota corp has not yet confirmed or denied responsibility, although i was given a case number for my claim. i was able to obtain a loaner vehicle from the dealership at no cost to me (yet), but it was like pulling teeth!!! *nm | |||
| 12/13/2006 | 87465 | 2 | 06/23/2004 |
| Failure of lower ball joint on right side caused loss of control after wheel fell under vehicle, 4 weeks later left ball joint failed causing loss of control after wheel fell under vehicle. both had to be replaced. manufacturer states that this year vehicle is not under a recall and has no problem. *jb | |||
| 01/13/2007 | 82204 | 1 | 11/23/2003 |
| I was traveling north on sr 73 in california at approximately 65 mph. the right front lower ball joint on my 2004 toyota tundra snapped, which caused the right front wheel to fold under the frame of the vehicle. i lost control momentarily, but was able to regain control and guide the vehicle to the right shoulder. the ball joint failure also severed the brake lines, leaving me with no stopping ability. i resorted to the mechanical parking brake to stop my truck. my 2004 tundra was towed to longo toyota in el monte california where it sits. i have contacted the toyota corporate hq, but was told that my tundra was not included with the 775,000 other tundras that were recalled for faulty lower ball joints. as of this time, the defective parts are still on the vehicle at longo. *nm | |||
| 12/25/2006 | 45000 | 1 | 04/16/2004 |
| Tl*- the contact has a toyota tundra with 45000 miles with a front driver side ball joint failure. the contact said that he was driving 35 mph in dry weather when the failure happened, and he slid onto the sidewalk. the contact had the truck towed to the dealer and will have the repair order. the contact stated that there is a recall for the ball joint on his year and model truck but the dealer told him that his truck was not included. | |||
| 10/28/2006 | 62000 | 1 | 04/10/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 mph on normal road conditions and prior to making sharp turns, there was a noise coming from underneath the vehicle. also, after making sharp turns, there was difficulty in the return movement of the steering wheel. this defect was of a permanent nature. during all turns, the vehicle pulled to the median or to the direction of how it was being turned. there was no warning signals prior to the incident. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who determined that the front lower ball joints were worn. the vehicle was not repaired under nhtsa recall #05v225000 regarding suspension:front:control arm: lower ball joint. the manufacturer was not alerted. updated 01/10/07. *jb | |||
| 10/19/2006 | 58999 | 1 | 04/26/2006 |
| Lower control ball joint on both sides but on different dates of accident and there is a recall 05v-225 and ea04-024 police report dates 19 oct 2006 # 2006-11-038-04829 right side on left side police report 3 nov 2006 #2006-11-038-05061*jb | |||
| 11/10/2006 | 110903 | 1 | 04/30/2004 |
| Failure of lower ball joint left front wheel. upper and lower ball joints both failed and separated resulting in front wheel falling off ad lodging under frame of truck. *jb | |||
| 11/10/2006 | 85000 | 1 | 04/04/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 mph, the front driver wheel separated from the vehicle. it was towed off the road and to the dealer who determined the front lower ball joint needed to be replaced. there was a nhtsa recall, # 05v225000, regarding the front lower ball joint. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. updated 12/18/2006 - *nm | |||
| 10/21/2006 | 27200 | 1 | 12/10/2005 |
| While driving my 2004 toyota tundra at approximately 55 miles per hour, on a state highway, the right front wheel suddenly came off. the lower ball joint had failed. vehicle has 27,000 miles. according to toyota company my vehicle was not included in the 2005 recall since its serial number was outside the series of numbers recalled.. *jb | |||
| 09/27/2006 | 52828 | 1 | 05/08/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph in the city, a noise was heard and the right front wheel dropped. the vehicle was unable to move off the road and was towed to an independent repair shop who determined the right front lower ball joint fractured. the repair shop replaced both front upper and lower ball joints and the front right tire. the dealer was notified. updated 11/20/2006 - the consumer contacted the manufacturer but the provided no assistance. there was a recall for the ball joint but the consumer's vehicle was not included in the recall. *nm | |||
| 10/02/2006 | 114000 | 1 | 03/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 40 mph, the driver side front tire dislocated from the vehicle. after being towed to the dealership, it was determined the lower ball joint was fractured. there was a nhtsa recall, #05v225000, regarding the lower ball joint, but the vehicle was not included due to the vin. updated 11/30/06. *jb | |||
| 09/25/2006 | 1 | 02/24/2004 | |
| This is a second compliant. the first compliant did not have the correct home address. the p.o. box is my mailing address. on 2/24/06 antioch toyota delivered a 2004 toyota tundra to my home. the first compliant number is #10169458 most of the info is the same accept the address to where the car is located. the suspension:front control arm lower ball joint broke and the axle on my truck snapped and broke. the truck was towed to almaden toyota in san jose ca and that is where it is now. i called toyota and they told me today that this truck was not one that was recalled according to their records, but they will have someone come out and inspect the truck. how did it break if the part was not bad? the recall does not list vin numbers that are affected by this recall, only model names: 2004 toyota tundra and my truck is a 4dr double cab limited rwd sb (4.7l 8 cyl 4a). it seems to me they are trying to get out of repairing/replacing my truck when the axle broke while driving it to work. *jb | |||
| 06/16/2006 | 50000 | 1 | 09/01/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 5 mph, the front lower control arm had fractured off. there was a recall (05v225000) regarding the lower control arm, but the manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. | |||
| 05/16/2006 | 50000 | 1 | 02/05/2004 |
| Ball joint recall for 2004 toyota tundras 4x4. my truck has bad ball joints toyota says it is normal wear and tear after i got recall notice. help. *nm | |||
| 07/31/2006 | 84516 | 2 | 01/18/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 5 mph on normal city road the front suspension ball joint fractured causing the right wheel to separate. prior to the incident, there was a noise while making turns. the vehicle was taken to the dealership where the ball joints were replaced. two month later the left ball joint failed with the left wheel separation. during this incident, the vehicle was also traveling at low speeds. there was a recall # 05v225000 regarding the ball joints. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. the manufacturer was alerted. updated 11/21/06. *jb | |||
| 08/23/2006 | 99500 | 2 | 03/11/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated, the steering began to fail while traveling at 65 mph., in dry, clear conditions on the freeway. the vehicle was pulled off to the side of the highway and slowed to 15 mph. while attempting to stop the front left wheel fell off dislocating the axle. when towed to the service dealer, the mechanic identified the lower front ball joint had fractured and the upper ball joint had been damaged. the manufacturer was contacted. updated 05/21/07 *tr | |||
| 06/29/2006 | 1 | 04/07/2004 | |
| We received a notice for recall for all toyota tundras between the year 2002 to 2004 because of front suspension lower ball joint (ssc50j). because of the recall, we made an appointment and went to the service location given in the notice. the appointments for both were made and using our vin number told us that both our trucks don't need servicing and so dismissed both, in florida and new york. on friday, my husband was driving the truck in new york and was about to enter a major highway when the tire fell out. we are inclined to believe that it was the result of a defective part put in by the manufacturer. because my husband was driving, he was able to safely steer away from a major collision. basically we were very lucky this time. imagine if it were someone, myself included, with less experience who happened to be driving, or if my husband had already entered the highway. anyway we towed the truck to our personal service mechanic, who charged us $70 for the tow. the mechanic told us the front ball joint came out and so the tire came off. the tire wing and the line was damaged due to the incident. fortunately, that was all. the notice gave a phone number, 888.270.9371, which we called. when we gave them our vin number, they told us that our trucks were not included for service per the recall, so they will not service our trucks. so far, our truck in florida did not have the same accident, but i am very uneasy, especially because i am the one that uses the truck in florida and since we purchased the two trucks at the same time. as of now, the damaged truck is being held at the mechanic's until we can have our trucks serviced. otherwise, we will have to pay over $1000/ per truck to fix the problem, in which case we feel it is only right to be fully reimbursed for those services. *nm | |||
| 06/21/2006 | 111000 | 2 | 03/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the ball joints had been replaced twice. prior to both failures the steering became difficult. the dealership replaced the right front lower ball joint six months ago under a good will campaign. the left upper ball joint also fractured however the dealership will not repair it at no cost. the manufacturer was alerted who explained there was not a recall. | |||
| 05/26/2006 | 81000 | 1 | 03/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while traveling less than 10 mph, the driver's side front end collapsed to the ground. the vehicle was towed to the dealership, where it was determined the lower ball joint fractured. there was minor damage to the body as a result. there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v225000, regarding the lower ball joint; however, it is not included in the recall. updated 6/12/2006 -*nm | |||
| 05/05/2006 | 121316 | 1 | 06/08/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to make a right hand turn at 15 mph the lower ball joint fractured and bent the driveshaft and front fender. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. the insurance agency notified the contact there was a recall. nhtsa recall # 05v225000 regarding the suspension front control arm lower ball joint. the dealership determined this vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. the manufacturer was contacted. updated on 05/30/2006. *ak | |||
| 03/06/2006 | 80000 | 1 | 12/15/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 10 mph the front drivers side wheel fell off. the vehicle was towed to the residence where the contact replaced the lower ball joint. four months later the front passenger side wheel fell off due to the same problem. the vehicle is at the dealership currently for the second repair. there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v225000, regarding the lower ball joint. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin. | |||
| 02/28/2006 | 52000 | 1 | 01/19/2004 |
| We have a toyota tundra a 2004, my husband said it was steering like something was catching he took it to a repair shop they could not find anything wrong, so we picked it up that same day, took it on a trip, on our way back going 70 mph on the highway it felt like the whole front drivers side of our truck fell off, it was a terrible terrifying jolt my husband knew that we had lost the tire and rim sparks were flying everywhere as we were sliding down the highway on the axel, luckily we were on a straight away with no traffic but one vehicle behind us. the friction slowed the truck down, we pulled it off the highway, we were surprised to see that the ball joint had collapsed and the tire and wheel were folded under the truck so that the truck was actually sliding down the highway on this tire and wheel, the sheriff said he had never seen anything quite like it. we called the toyota dealer to see if there had been a recall that we had missed they said no recall on that vin number. after checking on the internet we found that they do have this problem on the 2004 tundra's but ours was not part of the recall. toyota is saying that it is not there fault or problem. our truck is only 2 years old, with 52,000 miles. before the ball joint collapsed we were coming down a mountain pass with a lot of curves if it had of happened then our outcome would have been much worse. we were lucky to come away with only sore muscles. the cost of repairs is going to be over $6,000 dollars. i don't even want to get back in that truck, i don't feel safe to ride in it. how can you sell something that you know is not safe. i am very upset that toyota takes the stand that it is not their responsibility. we had faith in the toyota brand. not anymore. toyota's bottom line is money. they don't care about safety. who wants to buy our defective truck, any takers? who wants to put their family at risk? if you do, buy a toyota. *nm | |||
| 11/30/2005 | 116000 | 1 | 12/14/2003 |
| Dt: the contact received nhtsa recall campaign 05v225000 concerning the lower ball joint. this vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall. according to the dealer and manufacturer this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. although the lower ball joints failed the vehicle had not been repaired. *ak update 2/21/2006 - the consumer was driving when the right lower ball joint failed without warning. as a result the front right tire separated from the vehicle. *nm | |||
| 12/06/2005 | 1 | 12/20/2003 | |
| Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign 05v225000 concerning the front lower ball joints. this vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to vin. the contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense. *ak | |||
| 08/31/2005 | 70595 | 1 | 03/03/2004 |
| Dt: 2004 toyota tundra. the consumer stated the lower ball joint on the front passenger's side separated and the tire fell off. the consumer found recall, 05v225000, but his vehicle was not included. this happened on august 31, 2005. the consumer noticed the steering felt funny, like there was low air pressure in the tire. the vehicle was towed to a dealership, and they would not cover the repairs. the whole front end was damaged; it pulled out of the axle from the 4 wheel drive. it bent the under carriage, the fender, tie rod ends and steering. also, it ruined the tire. consumer stated the vehicle was going between 30-35 mph and he was able to keep it on the road. there was no crash.*ak *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT | |||
| 09/06/2006 | 1 | 04/06/2004 | |
| I am a toyota fanatic but i am concern about the failure of the ball joint of my 2004 toyota tundra. on 9/6/2006 while driving on a local roadway at approximately 25 mph the ball joint of my 2004 toyota tundra collapse causing my vehicle's front end to drag on the roadway. i took my vehicle for service three weeks prior for an oil change. on leaving the dealership i felt a difference in the front end, on checking my tire pressure i found it to be at 35 psi. thinking this was the problem i reduced it to 32 psi. continuing my drive for an additional hour or so i realized that the reduction in pressure while it made a difference the problem still existed. i returned to my dealership after my weekend trip and informed them of the difference in the feel and sound of my tundra. they inspected it and told me that there is nothing the technician did to the vehicle that could have caused the difference in the feel and sound of my vehicle. i am currently in contact with toyota america and the dealership hoping to bring about an amicable resolution to this problem, they indicated that my 2004 tundra was not part of the ball joint recall campaign. | |||
| 08/23/2006 | 99500 | 2 | 03/11/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated, the steering began to fail while traveling at 65 mph., in dry, clear conditions on the freeway. the vehicle was pulled off to the side of the highway and slowed to 15 mph. while attempting to stop the front left wheel fell off dislocating the axle. when towed to the service dealer, the mechanic identified the lower front ball joint had fractured and the upper ball joint had been damaged. the manufacturer was contacted. updated 05/21/07 *tr | |||
| 06/21/2006 | 111000 | 2 | 03/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the ball joints had been replaced twice. prior to both failures the steering became difficult. the dealership replaced the right front lower ball joint six months ago under a good will campaign. the left upper ball joint also fractured however the dealership will not repair it at no cost. the manufacturer was alerted who explained there was not a recall. | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||
| 09/25/2006 | 1 | 02/24/2004 | |
| This is a second compliant. the first compliant did not have the correct home address. the p.o. box is my mailing address. on 2/24/06 antioch toyota delivered a 2004 toyota tundra to my home. the first compliant number is #10169458 most of the info is the same accept the address to where the car is located. the suspension:front control arm lower ball joint broke and the axle on my truck snapped and broke. the truck was towed to almaden toyota in san jose ca and that is where it is now. i called toyota and they told me today that this truck was not one that was recalled according to their records, but they will have someone come out and inspect the truck. how did it break if the part was not bad? the recall does not list vin numbers that are affected by this recall, only model names: 2004 toyota tundra and my truck is a 4dr double cab limited rwd sb (4.7l 8 cyl 4a). it seems to me they are trying to get out of repairing/replacing my truck when the axle broke while driving it to work. *jb | |||
| 09/25/2006 | 1 | 02/23/2004 | |
| While driving to work the axel on my toyota tundra broke and the entire right front end fell off and i had to steer out of traffic to pull over without causing an accident. apparently, this truck was recalled due to the defective front end suspension parts and i was not notified of this recall. i had the truck towed to the toyota dealer and called the hotline and now they want to drag their feet in getting this truck repaired. i almost lost my life and now i have to deal with a slow resolution to a problem caused by toyota. what can i do? *nm | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 01/28/2007 | 40000 | 1 | |
| Rear bearing failure in 2004 toyota tundra, related parts abs gear broke. not able to control truck at a regular stop feels like truck wants to keep going. also feels like the rear violently shifts. number of vehicles with same problem are unknown. but is a ordinary thing according to local dealers!!!!!!!!! *jb | |||