RUSTED FRAME and missed the recall deadline Discussion in ' 2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015) ' started by BROKEN_DREAMS, Dec 18, 2023. That warranty covered over 800,000 trucks.
Toyota also had to issue a recall for 2001-2003 Tundras for frame rust. That latter recall also led to a payout of $25 million to Toyota from Dana, the company that supplied the frames. Two years ago, Tacomas from 2005-2011 were also recalled for leaf springs that could rust and break.
". Look up recalls for Toyota, Lexus, and Scion, and find solutions to recall issues affecting your vehicle. In 2016, Toyota came back with a federal class-action settlement for 2005-2010 Tacomas, plus certain Tundras and Sequoias.
The deal required Toyota to inspect frames for 12 years after first sale. If a tech spotted perforation larger than 10 mm, the entire frame had to be replaced, free of charge. Toyota has spent billions repairing rusting and rotting frames, going back 20 years.
But the warranty extension is now running out, and some owners are missing their cutoff date. On February 6, 2025, Toyota filed a Defect Information Report (DIR) with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) informing the agency of our intent to conduct a voluntary Safety Recall on certain 2024 - 2025 model year Tacoma 4-Wheel Drive vehicles with Toyota 17" wheels. The Toyota Tacoma frame recall highlights how critical frame integrity is to vehicle safety.
By staying informed and proactive, you can protect your investment and ensure your truck remains safe for years to come. Toyota notified affected Tacoma 4-wheel drive customers in March 2025, and will notify owners of the involved expansion group of Tacoma models by late August. Information about automotive recalls, including but not limited to the list of involved vehicles, is current as of today's filing date and is subject to change thereafter.
I am in BC, Canada. Just was in Toyota dealership get a few parts. Ran my VIN# and low and behold there is a outstanding frame inspection/ recall for my 4L 2013 Tacoma.
I'm sure most of you are familiar with this but I wasn't. I guess they extended this for 2010-15s and the recall/ inspection isn't offered after July of this year! Learn about the Toyota Tacoma frame recall issue and what actions you can take if your vehicle is affected.