2001 Toyota Tundra Recall Rust
The safety recall is expected to begin on or about April 30 2010.
2001 toyota tundra recall rust. Brakes pulsationshuddering due to warped brake discs. For detailed information supporting documents see the official NHTSA page concerning recall 09V444000 EXTERIOR LIGHTINGHEADLIGHTS Recall for 2001 Toyota Tundra Recall Announced MAY 11 2009 NHTSA Reference 09E025000. Which isnt on the recall list but Toyota took a look at the rust holes in the frame theres about 5 or so holes and decided to replace it.
UPON RECEIVING NOTICE I IMMEDIATELY SCHEDULED AN INSPECTION AND MY FRAME WAS COATED IN THE PROTECTIVE COATING SUPPLIED BY TOYOTA AT THE TOYOTA DEALER I PURCHASED THE TRUCK FROM. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Tuesday said it would investigate frame corrosion on 2000 and 2001 model year Tundra pickups. After notification from Toyota about frame rusting problem an inspection was done by Toyota dealer in 2011 and I was told the frame was fine.
Stopped by my local Toyota dealer today to ask about TSBs on this issue. Frame Rust 2001 -2004. Hot Cars said that the frames were not properly treated in the beginning and mainly became damaged in the rear where the suspension leaf springs are mounted on.
This is not a Recall it is a Warranty Enhancement. Theres a chance that the previous owner s had the recall performed a few years ago when there was still metal left on your frame so they simply undercoated it. Thus it can present a severe road hazard resulting in accidents and injuries.
But the Toyota Tundra and Sequoia also had rust issues around this time. The company decided to recall Tundra because frame rust is extremely dangerous for drivers. Owners of frame-rotted Tacomas Tundras and Sequoias take notice.
The consumer bought the vehicle used and was unaware there was a. Severe frameframe-rail rust requiring either a new frame or frame anti-rust treatment. If thats the case youre petty much SOL.