Issue ID | 761213 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10305647 |
Manufacurer | TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION |
Brand | TOYOTA |
Model | TACOMA |
Model Year | 2007 |
File date | 04/02/10 |
Component | STRUCTURE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | My 2007 toyota tacoma it showing excessive rusting on the frame. It actually leaks rusty water whenever the vehicle is driven in the rain. A toyota fts stated in his report that "the vehicle shows normal rust for a vehicle that's been driven for several winters in upstate new york". My truck was only driven 2 winters and only has 23,000 miles on it. I know of someone who had a 2005 that was purchased from him for 125% of bluebook for the same reason. I have spoken with several other tacoma owners online and hear the same from them. This is a serious issue and has been with toyota since 1995. They have had recalls for both tacoma and tundra pickups for this reason. Toyota will do nothing for me. The dealer offered to undercoat the frame but i'm concerned the undercoating will cover up the rust that is inside the frame and make things worse. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 22137 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | HEMLOCK, NY |
VIN pattern | 5TEUU42N77ZXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 16/10/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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