| Issue ID | 1543886 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11184569 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | TACOMA |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| File date | 01/03/11 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the frame had extensive rust and corrosion to the point that it could fracture. In addition, battlefield toyota (11013 james monroe hwy, culpeper, va 22701, (540) 317-7800) was notified and a shock absorber was ordered because it was also rusted. The part was replaced. The frame rust and corrosion was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted to verify if the dealer placed a coating on the vehicle years ago due to an unknown recall regarding the structure, but failed to replace the frame. The manufacturer was notified. The vin and failure mileage were not available. |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | GORDONSVILLE, VA |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| 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 | 08/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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