| Issue ID | 1226856 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10780180 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | SEQUOIA |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 06/10/15 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | During servicing, the sequoia was found to have a rusted/rotten frame and declared unsafe to drive. Toyota has had other frame rust replacement recalls for this model, but not for the model year in question. They have had frame recalls for 2006 for similar models (tacoma). This safety issue was not found by the dealership previously, although the dangerous situation would have existed. Toyota does not acknowledge the issue. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 100000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WEST ROXBURY, MA |
| VIN pattern | 5TDBT44AX6SXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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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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