Problems with 2001 Toyota 4Runner STRUCTURE

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the dealer found the suframe corroded in the fuel tank area while the front rotors and brake pads were being replaced. the frame was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 112,080.

Vehicle has a frame that is rusted on passenger side and was told by a mechanic on 3/20/15 that it should be in a recall asap. differential cover is a rusted bullet and is leaking. there is no changing it as cover is a solid weld no bolts to take off to change cover. brilliant idea by toyota. *tr

When i took my vehicle to get a state inspection at my toyota dealership, the mechanic found a rust hole on my frame . it is located on the passengers side right beside the muffler. this vehicle is serviced regularly at this dealership since it was new. there are forums on the internet that have many people that have the same problem that i do. if these frames are this inferior they should be recalled just like the tacoma and tundra. *tr

Brought vehicle to toyota dealer for removal of seized hardware. technician pointed out rust spot on frame, rot has spread to wheel well on both sides of frame and has continued down to transmission crossmember. technician pointed out rot has eaten through frame on both sides at rear control arm bracket. spoke with other early 2000's 4runner owners who all have rot in same places. preventative maintenance practices have been used on this vehicle since i purchased it. frame has no drainage holes forward of rust holes in wheel wells. concerned for other 4runner owners who are unaware of rust spots by control arm brackets. further rust on frame in same spot on other vehicles could result in separation of bracket, control arm and rear axle from frame. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that the frame was rusted. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the failure was confirmed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted, several times. the failure mileage was approximately 200,000. updated 12/20/13*cn the consumer stated the vehicle is on the same frame as other recalled toyota vehicles. updated 12/26/13

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed on the vehicle, she was informed by an independent mechanic that due to the massive amount of corrosion to the frame, the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 125,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that he noticed the muffler making a loud noise when driving at various speeds. the contact inspected the vehicle and found that the rear sub frame mount area was corroded and exhibited holes. the manufacture advised the contact that the vehicle was a canadian vehicle therefore it could not be repaired in the united states. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 229,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. the contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected, he was advised that the frame completely rusted. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 89,300. *tr

Frame rusted through at rear near muffler. bottom of frame section approximately 4" missing , inside of frame perforated through approximately 18". rear support rod structural integrity compromised. vehicle was purchased new from local deal (lynch toyota, manchester ct) and is one owner garaged and maintained. contacted toyota and local dealer. both unwilling to take any action. no recall on this vehicle. *tr

My 2001 4runner vehicle will not pass inspection due to corrosion, actual holes and soft spot, on the rear part of the frame in the muffler area. concerned with failure when towing 300 lbs trailer. no other issues with the vehicle, 112k miles and bought new 11 years old. only detecting the problem now. should not be needing to replace frame. cost estimate $10k, shopping around for better pricing. cost to repair 40% of the original purchase price or twice what the vehicle books today. contacted toyota and they will not even disclose # of complaint on this issue. their only comments is there is no recall at this time. finding numerous people experiencing the same issue. *tr

Severely rusty frame. my 4runner only has a little over 114k miles on it. it shouldn't have anywhere near the amount of rust on the frame. it's everywhere and flakes off to the touch. *tr

My vehicle has very little rust except for the rear differential. large flakes of rust have formed. the differential recently began leaking. after searching online i see this is a common problem with 4runners. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. while the contact was at an independent mechanic for a muffler replacement, he was informed that the vehicle frame was severely rusted. the mechanic stated that the muffler could not be replaced and a leak was present. the dealer (mcgee toyota of hanover, 860 washington st, hanover, ma 02339, (866) 942-1756) informed the contact that the frame and differential housing needed to be replaced. the differential housing was repaired, but the frame was not. the manufacturer was made aware of the failures. the failure mileage was 170,000.

3rd generation 2001 toyota 4runner with excessive frame and body rust. the gas tank stem is rusted, the rear differential is literally porous and leaking oil due to excessive rust. rear bumper is rusted, spare tire mount is rusted. other areas of rust are too numerous to list. repair shop said car is not worth fixing. dana corp that made frames for toyota tacomas/tundras that were recalled also is best know for rear differentials. why weren't the 4runners included in the recall/buyback by toyota? *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. the contact stated hat the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for an unrelated defect when the technician detected a hole in the rear frame and informed the contact that entire frame was completely rusted. the vehicle was damaged beyond repair. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 128,000. updated 02/10/12 *bf updated 03/12/12

Extreme rust on my 4runner's frame. can be seen easily from in and outside of vehicle. i have many pictures to document. the recall on toyota tacoma and tundra should be expanded to include 96-02 toyota 4runner. *tr

The rear axel housing on our 2001 sr5 toyota 4-runner is rusted out pretty bad. the entire first layer of thin metal has completely flaked off. it has not began to leak yet, but it is a matter of time until it does. toyota indicated that there has not been a recall issued on this part, which i think there should be since it is such a common occurrence with 1999 - 2002 toyota 4 runners. the entire vehicle is in great shape, and runs great - we couldn't be happier with its performance. but the rotting rear axel not only is surprising, but has me quite concerned that we will end up with a pretty expensive repair without toyota taking responsibility for an obviously defective rear axel housing. if anyone simply does and internet search regarding this problem - you will see that are literally thousands of toyota trucks that are experiencing this problem with the rear axel housing. *tr

The under carriage has been rusting since i noticed approx. 4 yrs after purchase. i now have been unable to pass inspection or drive vehicle since entire under carriage is completely rusted out. when attempt was made to place on lift to observe it began to crack or split . i have only 87000 miles on it and the rest of vehicle is clean and basically rust free. it is march 27 , 2015 and has been sitting in driveway for last 3 yrs. the toyota dealership in wappingers falls stated that toyota is planning on repairing but is uncertain as to when. at present the back parking lot is filled with new under structures for other models.i would like to know when this ongoing terrible and dangerous problem will be repaired. *tr

The front and rear bumpers on my 2001 toyota 4runnder are completely rusted out (from the inside out). the rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. never been in an accident. anyone walking by the vehicle could accidentally brush by the bumpers and get cut from the jagged edges; also not sure what good they would do in case of any impact. *tr

Hello, i own a 2001 4runner and the front and rear bumpers are rusting horribly with the front and rear bumpers actually having an hole all the way through. i have contacted toyota directly on 2 occasions and they have refused to do anything. i have been patching with fiberglass but the rust continues. i live in massachusetts and every 2001 4runner that i see on the road has the same problem. this is a safety issue since the rust affects the integrity of the function of the bumpers in the event of a collision. also, i cannot get an inspection sticker with holes in the bumpers. the cost to replace them is well over $1,300. from a visual inspection, large chunks will continue to rust off the inside of the bumpers during the next 6 months. *tr

the 2001 toyota 4 runner is rusting out. my son and i both have cut our self on the rear bumper. i needed stitches for my injury. i have a scar to remind me not to purchase another toyota. the rust got so bad, i lost my bumper. when i looked under my vehicle at the frame, the entire bottom of the vehicle is riddled w/rust, including the frame. called toyota to see if i could at least get a safety inspection of my frame, they told me that my 01 4runner was not part of any recall and any inspection would cost me money. *tr

When on a long highway trip on the weekend of june 7, 2008, my husband noticed black spots on the rear window of our 2001 toyota 4runner (121,000 miles). he cleaned it off to see if it returned as we resumed our journey. when we next stopped several hundred miles later, the black spots were on the entire rear of the vehicle. my husband checked beneath the rear of the vehicle and saw transmission fluid dripping out of the differential. we then took the vehicle to a mechanic who reported that the rear axle housing was completely corroded to the point of failure, and that it was beyond repair, and that he hadn't ever seen this on a car of this age and mileage. he informed us that toyota has recently recalled tacoma vehicles from the same year for similar corrosion problems. we contacted toyota and they said there was nothing they could do for us. we are left with a vehicle that is beyond repair that we are unable to sell, and we have maintained it in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines. please help. *tr the consumer was informed the entire rear axle including the axle, differential, brakes, and exhaust system were corroded beyond repair. updated 08/27/08. *jb

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 toyota 4runner. the contact notice that the front and rear bumpers were covered with rust in march 2007. he took the vehicle to the dealership and the dealer told him that the road salt caused the bumper to rust. he called the manufacturer and filed a complaint with a representative. the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current mileage was approximately 66,000. the failure mileage was approximately 40,000. updated 04/12/10.

Rear bumper rusting through from the inside out. dealer says the result of poor welds on the bumper brackets. vehicle has 5 year rust through warranty that dealer and company will not honor on the bumper, only on sheet metal. *nm

While traveling on the highway with the driver and passenger's side windows down, the was a vibration coming from the rear of the vehicle. *ak the vehicle experienced wind turbulence failures when driven 30 mph with all the windows closed, then suddenly the rear passenger window was opened and a loud sound occurred. this caused ear damages and dizziness to the driver and passengers. *scc *jb