| Issue ID | 1561110 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11205191 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | 4RUNNER |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| File date | 18/10/18 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | The frame on my 2003 4runner is completely rusted beyond what is reasonable and safe. I purchased the 4runner new and now i have been told by several auto repair shops the frame is not safe to drive. Some shops refuse to put the 4runner on a lift in fear the frame will break. This is a serious issue and i fear for the safety of my family. I feel this rust issue is the fault of toyota to not prep the frame to resist corrosion. |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | HUDSON, OH |
| VIN pattern | JTEBT17R330XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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