| Issue ID | 1540856 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11182220 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | TUNDRA |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 06/02/19 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Feb 2019 - toyota tundra at 92k miles was inspected by nj toyota dealership after owner complained of steering issues and concerns on the condition of the frame. Toyota technician inspected frame and noted "unsafe to drive" due to rust, perforations, corrosion in frame and steering rack no longer attached to frame...."vehicle is unsafe to drive" may 2018 - same tundra w 78k miles passed virginia safety inspection from private station april 2018- same tundra w 78k miles was inspected by md toyota dealership service department..."frame rusted out in numerous spots. Truck not safe to drive" april 2018 - same tundra w 78k miles is given a result of "pass" by private md inspection station (no mention of frame condition) march 2018 - same tundra w 77k miles was inspected by a private md inspection station and truck failed..."struts/shocks completely rusted, rack and pinion mounting rusted out, dangerous, brake hose rusted connection, frame compromised by rust... And frame of truck fails" |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 92000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MOUNT LAUREL, NJ |
| VIN pattern | 5TBDT48106SXXXXXX |
| 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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