Problems with 2000 Toyota Tundra STRUCTURE

The frame of my 2000 toyota tundra has been rusting away in large sheets/chunks and i have been in contact with toyota and have yet to have it been resolved. *tr

* 2000 * toyota * tundra * frame frame rot/rust around cross members/shock towers/frame. *tr

The vehicle was parked in a flat parking lot and the parking brake failed. the first time, the parked car rolled backwards and hit a sign. no person was injured. i thought that perhaps the pedal was not fully depressed. the second time, about 3 weeks later, the vehicle rolled backwards and hit another vehicle. i had to call the insurance company and file a claim. i intend on bringing the car to the dealership, however after doing a bit of research on the internet, it seems to be a common problem, and i wanted to make sure to report it, because it has the potential to be fatal. *tr

Excessive frame rust on 2000 toyota tundra. *tr

Found out that toyota was having frame rot issues with year 2000 tundras, much like tacomas of the same year. found out that toyota was asking owners to take their tundras to local dealers and have the frame inspected. tansky toyota here in columbus, oh inspected the frame on my truck and found higher than usual frame rot. they also found a hole that has completely rotted through the frame on the right side of truck. tansky's invoice number for the inspection is tocs247283. i also notified toyota of america to let them know about the problem. they said they are aware of this and gave me a claim number through them which is 0905115613. waiting to see what toyota does for tundra owners since they bought back the tacomas that were rusting. *tr

Extreme rust on frame. *tr

I own a 2000 toyota tundra and was driving north on interstate 95 in maine. without warning, the back end of the truck suddenly lifted up off the pavement while traveling at 65 mph. when i regained control of the vehicle, i looked into the rear view mirror to see a tire bouncing erratically across several lanes of northbound traffic. cars were braking and swerving to avoid collision with the tire and fortunately it came to a rest against the median guardrail without crossing into southbound lanes and without damage to vehicles or injury to drivers. i immediately pulled into the emergency breakdown lane and inspected the truck to find that the spare tire was missing and a large corroded hole existed in the frame from which the tire had been mounted. i retrieved the tire and placed it in the bed. the following monday i took the truck to the toyota dealer where it was purchased to received an evaluation from a mechanic of what went wrong and if it can be repaired. the toyota dealer claimed that they have been seeing significant frame corrosion of toyota tundra trucks of this model year, similar to that of tacoma's which had been recalled. they were unsure that the frame of my vehicle could be successfully repaired, due to the extensive corrosion and perforation. they did say that the vehicle could not pass a safety inspection regardless. it is clear that corrosion to this extreme extent on toyota tundra frames warrant attention from the nhtsa, due to the clear and present danger this defect poses to the traveling public. if spare tires fall from the frame mount in this manner, drivers of this model year toyota tundra and surrounding vehicles at the time of an incident of this nature are at extreme risk of severe injury and/or death. toyota was contacted regarding this incident (case # 0905118853) and say that there is currently no program at present to recall any of the vehicles due to the currently low number of complaints. *tr

I have a 2000 tundra and the frame is extremely rotted as chunks of it are flaking off. it has about 85000 miles and this is now becoming a safety hazard to the point where i have to take it off the road. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra 4x4. there was corrosion and rust on the frames of the vehicle. the dealer and the manufacturer stated that they would not be making any repairs at this time. the failure mileage was 80,000.

I have a 2000 toyota tundra sr5 and the metal used is not of good quality. i have repaired the leaf springs on both sides three times due to the leafs breaking and i have never loaded the bed. also, the frame is extremely rotted with large chunks falling off. additionally the windshield leaks due to the metal rusting around the frame. i am very disappointed with this and have now heard several complaints from others about similar problems. i am the original owner of this truck and have always had it serviced by a certified toyota mechanic and fully expected it to last much longer as my previous toyota product had. *tr

Toyota tundra year 2000 original owner 129,000 miles frame under motor that steering rack attaches to rusted out to the point where toyota says its unsafe to drive and sent pictures to toyota to open a case. no program yet to fix or compensate owners at this time. maybe in the future there will be not now when what do i do? need your help!

While i was driving my toyota tundra down highway truck started to drive erratically. i took to my mechanic who told me there was significant rust on entire frame. steering rack had separated from frame and struts were rusted out. same frame as tacoma why has toyota not responded to problem. i called dealer who told me to call toyota. the call to toyota was useless. they told me that there was nothing that they could do for me. i wish that somebody would do the right thing and take care of this serious problem. if an accident happens to seriously hurt somebody toyota will deserve all the suits that will come there way. *tr

2000 toyota tundra frame rusting issue. my frame is rusted to the point where the mounting brackets seem like they could let go at any time. i am filing this complaint so that i can participate in any remedy that toyota offers. *tr

I bought a 2000 tundra from a reputable dealer in southern n.h. in 2005 recently the spare tire fell off taking with it the lsp&bv bracket,rear shock and 2 brake lines due to excessive rust to the whole frame got case # today from toyota not sure yet what will be done but reading all of the other problems other people are having i don't expect much. *tr

My 2000 toyota tundra sr5 has huge amounts of frame rust on the undercarriage. i live in new hampshire and we do get a lot of snow up here and road salt is used. i get my truck serviced at a local toyota dealership religiously (i had every piece of paperwork to prove this) and a year ago i mentioned this to my toyota dealer manager and he told me to contact toyota corp. i have tried to get answers several different times just to get shut out. my family owns four toyota trucks and suvs and we have bought several cars pervious to that. at both the front and the rear the rust is so bad that i'm afraid to tow my snowmobile trailer. i'm certain that the structural integrity of my frame is completely gone, so bad that if i were to get in an accident the frame in the rear might crumble and puncture the gas tank or if i was to get in a head - on collision the frame would just give leading to serious injuries or death. my tundra has been maticlously cared for, serviced and cleaned for the past nine years. it's always been garaged kept. one owner, certifired 20- year mechanic owned, non smoker and people say frequently how it looks better than their newer tundra. but the only defect is the holes/frame rust underneath my truck. it has finnaly come to the attention of the media locally and they soon let everyone know what we have been trying to tell you for the past several years through phone calls, countless emails, and forums. as it is to my understanding that "according to lyons, 1995-2004 tacoma pickups and 2000-01 tundra's shared the same frame supplier: toledo, ohio-based dana holding corporation. in investigating the tacoma's rust complaints, toyota discovered that dana hadn't properly prepped tacoma frames to resist corrosion before they were shipped to toyota's nummi manufacturing plant, where the tacoma is assembled." pickuptruck.com. if this is indeed true i hope that loyal toyota customers like me and my family are not shut out. please rectify this mistake asap. *tr

My 2000 toyota tundra sr5 v8 extended cab 4wd has an extreme amount of rust on the undercarriage. there are spots where small chunks of the frame or cross members are missing as well as places where it looks like you could poke your finger through. it has never been in salt water, it is meticulously maintained and detailed, and all winter long it is thoroughly washed weekly, including the undercarriage. the truck has chrome wheels on it that have not pitted or peeled and typically chrome should corrode before heavy steel. *tr

We own a 2000 toyota, in great shape except for the excessive rust/rot of the frame. we have taken it to our trusted auto mechanic who has advised us that the truck should be considered "totaled" and two separate auto body shops would not even touch it. the frame is cracked in two places, has holes all through it. we have tried to call toyota directly and they are simply telling us that the situation is under investigation and that we should hold tight. at this point, we have been told that the car is dangerous to drive, so we pretty much have a beautiful black lawn ornament. this truck is showing wear on the frame that you would see on a vehicle 3 times it's age. we have been loyal toyota owners for years and have never had an experience like this one. it is putting a bad taste in our mouths for sure. *tr

The frame of my 2000 toyota tundra is rusted out to the point of being unsafe to drive. large, solid chunks of rusted steel come off by hand. others pieces fall off onto the driveway when you close the door too hard. it's a shame, too because everything else runs great and i wanted to keep the truck to give to my son when he gets his license, but it is now a safety hazard, unfit to drive. *tr

Excessive rust on frame and undercarriage, only 65k on the truck. large pieces of frame flaking and falling off my 2000 tundra. *tr

Rusting and rotting frame on 2000 toyota tundra. *tr updated 12/30/09 *bf there was a hole in the frame by the rear driver side tire. when the dealer tapped/touched the frame, it fell into pieces. updated 12/31/09 *jb

Toyota tundra 2000 - in may of this year the vehicle was to have annual state inspection and did not pass due to extreme rusting condition of the frame. mechanic said he could easily put a hammer through the frame it was in such bad condition and advised that the hitch was not safe to use. i bought this truck new and wanted to keep it. we had only 158,000 miles on it at the time of inspection so decided to have plates welded onto the frame in several places, had to have new brake lines installed and the entire underneath of the truck undercoated. this cost me $1,087.29 and took 5 days to complete. apparently the steel used in this truck was inferior and i believe the least toyota should do is replace the frame (as they have done for the tacoma which also had the same problem). i had no luck in dealing with toyota on this as there was no recall. there absolutely should be one. this is a major defect in a motor vehicle. *tr

The under carriage of my vehicle is rusted. the leaf springs and other areas have been effected due to the corrosion. *tr

My 2000 toyota tundra sr5 has huge amounts of frame rust on the undercarriage, including holes in the frame. this was found when i had my vehicle in for service and was informed when they tried to elevate the truck on the lift, the lift almost went through the frame. after further inspection, the auto mechanic found most of the frame was rusted and large chunks of rust were falling off the frame, as he was inspecting it. the auto mechanic informed me this was a safety issue and told me to no longer drive the vehicle. i've contacted toyota headquarters, but was informed currently there are no programs in place to cover the rusted frame issue. the vehicle is only 9 years old with 113k miles. other than the rusted frame safety issue, the truck looks and runs great. even the service manager at my local toyota dealer stated the frame should not be rusted after 9 years, even if i do live in new england. my truck is now parked in my driveway. i can't drive it, i can't trade it in, and i can't sell it. per your site and other truck forums, there are multiple (hundreds?) toyota tundra complaints about this exact issue that toyota is not addressing. i wouldn't expect this lack of accountability from any automotive company, but i'm very unpleasantly surprised that toyota is not being accountable for this manufacturing quality issue. i now have been informed this frame issue may be similar to the tacoma frame issue that toyota provided an extended warranty for. evidently the frames of the 2000-2001 tundra trucks were manufactured in the same facility the tacoma frames were manufactured, that encountered similar problems. i'm hoping your agency can assist me and the many others, with resolving this issue with toyota, as well as informing the other tundra owners of this issue, before someone has a major accident resulting in death. i'm hopeful you are able to assist with correcting this issue with toyota and i look forward to your response to this complaint. *tr

The bed of my truck has roughly 8-10 rust holes that all formed on top of the cross member supports. one hole formed over the bed bolt which has now rendered this bolt useless in holding down the bed. all rust came from under the bed and eventually made its way through. there seems to be a serious factory defect in the seem sealer that they used around the cross members. the sealer broke down which allowed moisture and salt to enter and ruin my bed. also the frame of my truck has a significant amount of rust for its age and condition. it is occurring around the rear shackles most weld seems and other areas. i have done my best to neutralize the rust with proper prep and paint but it only buys time for the inevitable. toyota has had a problem with their tacoma trucks rusting through and i feel that they have the same problem with the tundra trucks. the rust problems my truck faces will eventually make my truck inoperable. it may cause a great threat to the safety of myself and other motorists if there is a rust failure on my 2000 toyota tundra. *tr

After watching a news program about toyota tundras frames rusting out, i decided to check out my tundra, and i found large sections of the frame rusted, and chunks of rusted metal would flake off when handled. i am very concerned for myself and passengers as well as other motorists if the frame should just fall apart while traveling at highway speeds. i hope that my complaint combined with others will help you to avert some very serious accidents. *tr

I would like to know what toyota would be doing about the excessive rust under 2000(yr) toyota tundras. there was a major report about this in our local news cast (channel 5 in boston). i have been noticing a lot of rust on the frame of my truck and now i'm afraid i'll be stuck with huge repair bills! i, in good faith, purchased from toyota thinking i was going to get a quality vehicle only to find out that me and many, many other tundra owners are driving around with unsafe, rusting frames! the same problem that was an issue with tacoma's is now spreading to the tundras and i have to believe toyota knows about this. *tr

Frame on my 2000 toyota tundra is rusted and rotted through. leaf springs broke and supports are rotted. *tr

There was no accident but the frame on my 2000 toyota tundra is showing major signs of frame rust/rot with pieces falling off. *tr

Frame has severe rusting and was told it will not pass the next inspection. rusting coming through the bed where attached to frame. *tr

I own a 2000 tundra that i bought brand new. i've taken extremely good care of this truck the entire time i've owned it. the body is in mint condition, and shows no sign of rust. however, it has excessive frame rust for a vehicle that is not yet 9 years old. metal on the frame is rusting and flaking off in large sheets. it is rusting way to soon, and much too quickly. i knew the truck was rusting prematurely, but wasn't actually aware of how bad it was until recently when it was up on a lift. the rear shock housings are rusting right through to the pistons. the welds that hold the leaf-spring mounts to the frame are so badly rusted, i'm afraid they are going to let go and dislodge from the frame. both front stabilizer links have rusted and snapped off. removing any bolts from the frame for service (exhaust, oxygen sensors, etc.) is a chore and requires pre-treating the affected areas with a rust penetrant for days before the actual removal (if they can even be removed). at one point last year during routine service, i mentioned to the dealer that my tundra was rusting excessively, similar to the tacomas. (the rust is viewable just by looking at the frame through the rear wheel well). i was told at the time that the only vehicle covered under the recall was the tacoma and not the tundras. now, some 12 months later watching the evening news i find that several other tundra owners are experiencing the same problem. to that end, i think that these vehicles should be recalled from the manufacturer. i am extremely afraid to drive this truck on the highway. i won't let my children ride in it anymore for fear of an accident or malfunction of the vehicle. i'm listing the incident date as today and the current mileage as there is no hard date as to when the vehicle began to rust excessively. incidentally, my next door neighbor who also owns a 2000 tundra, is also experiencing the same problem. i have encouraged him to also file a complaint with nhtsa and toyota. *tr

After hearing the complaints about the 2000 toyota tundra, i decided to put my 2000 tundra up on a lift. boy what a surprise i have 55 pictures of problem areas that are very concerning. there is a 3" section on the drivers side frame rail by the front of the leaf spring carriage holder that is wavy it is visible in the pics that is how bad it is. major rust all along the passenger side of the frame rail from front to rear. before lowering the truck all the way i looked at the top of the front shock holder and was not impressed with the amount of rust that is eaten through at this point. *tr

Excessive rust on frame. *tr

2000 toyota tundra pickup truck. had the truck inspected in april of 2009 and found that the steel frame underneath the truck is rotting out the mechanic that we use said the frame may last another year. *tr

2000 toyota tundra truck. it has frame rust through and will not pass inspection in massachusetts. the truck has been kept in good shape. looks real good from the outside body wise, but underneath the truck's frame and members are rusted bad! local welder said he would not touch it. *tr

2000 toyota tundra, went to have oil changed and front end checked. they put it up on the lift and saw a rusted and about to crack right front side of the frame. *tr

On 4/18/09 i was driving my 2000 tundra and my spare tire dropped to the road and rolled into on coming traffic. no one was hit. i made an appointment with local toyota service station and had frame inspected. was told frame is not repairable. this was a shock to say the least, have been driving toyota's for 25 yrs. this could of been a real disaster if i had been on the highway. *tr

2000 toyota tundra w/83000 miles went in for inspection at toyota dealership and failed to pass due to rear cross members perforated very bad, spring shacket at frame in rough shape, passenger side frame rail rotten w/ perforations. the truck is now useless and is only 8 yrs. old. trade or sale is not possible. dealership says repairs are $3k to $5k and only good for 2 yrs. toyota corp offers no help, they gave me a case #. *tr

2000 toyota tundra truck rusted out frame with only 136,000miles. *tr

My truck was brought in for a front end alignment and the mechanic brought to my attention that a frame cross member that carries a brake distribution block was rusted away and my brake lines were hanging. also where my spare was attached was badly rusted. i then went to an auto body shop to inspect the frame. they said that the frame was badly rusted in many other areas that could lead to additional safety concerns. there was already an incident where my front tire fell to the ground when something attached to the frame broke. *tr updated 03/25/10 *bf received pictures. updated ivoq 09/15/10

The frame in my truck has rotted out in less than 9 years. toyota had the same problem with the tacomas and recalled them but refuses to help me because i live in the northeast. two other trucks of the same year have the same problem too. *tr

I was told by my dealership that my 2000 toyota tundra would not pass pa state inspection next year because of extreme rusting of the frame. *tr

My tundra is a 2000 model and the frame is rusting pretty badly, i am concerned that this will become a serious issue in the next couple of winters, i like the truck it dose everything i need to do but the frame and wear the rear springs mount are going away fast i have lost a bump stop on the passenger side already. in this economy i am not wanting to have to go out and purchase another truck or car for that matter, if toyota was to have a recall like the tacomas. i would be in better shape to buy with that type of help. *tr

Frame rot on vehicle adjacent to cross member part that has already been recalled. *tr

I am the owner of a 2000 toyota tundra. the whole frame has rusted out. it failed inspection and now sits in my driveway. i brought it to the toyota dealer..they charged me $45.00, to tell me it could not be on the road, and it would cost me $12,500.00 to have it repaired. i called toyota in ca, got a case #..but they said there was nothing they could do. i still owe $5000.00 on a truck i can not drive. i did buy this as a used truck in 2004, and it was fine at that time. they tried to tell me it had to do with the salt used in ne...however..i see the same problem in texas and other warm states. they had the same problem with the tacoma...i have done some research..all the steel for the frames came from the same company...dana corp..in ohio. they just came out of chapter 11 and have a new ceo....who worked for toyota. how many more trucks are on the road with the bad frames??? how many people have to be killed before anything will be done?? i have owned toyota's since 1977 and this is the first problem i have had. i also have a 2007 camry...no problem. when is toyota going to own up to the fact..it's the same problem they had with the tacoma??? it all goes back to dane corp. i want something done and i want it done now!!!!!! i am writing the attorney general in nh and other departments and will go to the media if i have to. this is a major safety issue!!! since when does a company not back it's product??? i urge you to have toyota issue a recall and help us as they did for owners of the tacoma. this is no way to run a company!!! not 1 person from toyota has contacted me to see if they can help in any way..i have done all the calling and gotten no where. please keep me informed as to what is being done. thanking you in advance for any help you can give me. *tr

Frame rusted through, won't pass state inspection, can't sell, unsafe to drive. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. the contact detected the side rail of the frame and the rear tire area exhibited severe rust corrosion. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for rear brake service repair. however, the technician refused to repair the vehicle due to the rear frame excessive damages. the vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer in which the technician informed of rust on the surface of the frame. the contact stated the evaluation of the vehicle was inaccurate. the vehicle has not been repaired for the defect. the failure mileage was 50,000. the current mileage was 63,000.

2000 toyota tundra: mechanically sound, body looks good, frame is falling apart! these frames are failing way too fast just like the tacomas that have been taken off the road. we all know the frames came from the same manufacturer so its time to do something for us 1st generation tundra owners. *tr

I have a 2000 toyota tundra pick up 4 x 4. on both sides of the truck, the frame between the front wheels and front bumper has perforation damage. the front bumper is about to fall off the truck. the rest of the truck frame has extensive rust. *tr

2000 toyota tundra 62,000 miles. locally driven. frame ,cab and bed are severely rusted. the bed is covered with a tonneau cover and is rusting from the weld joints out. the " c" channel frame is perforated below the bed. toyota states that it does not know of a problem with the tundras, they just did a buyback program with the 1995-2000 tacomas for the same reason. frames for both trucks are made in the states, does anyone see a connection? poor metal or prep? *tr

Frame rust rotting on my 2000 toyota tundra. live in the hudson valley new york where salt is used to dice snow on roadways. will not pass inspection. contacted toyota and told there is nothing they can do. truck is off warranty. same problem that was identified with tacomas. *tr