Toyota Extends Frame Rust Coverage to 15 Years (95-00 Models)

[canoeist52]

Not a vehicle recall but we were told they will replace the frame and related parts if the inspection show unacceptable rust---our 2001 Tacoma passed inspection so far.( close enough to the 2000 that the dealer recommended inspection)

http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota/TYT2008030714643.aspx

"March 7, 2008 - Torrance, CA - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A., Inc. will launch a Customer Support Program to extend warranty coverage on certain 1995 through 2000 model year Tacoma truck frames.

Toyota has received reports regarding a small number of Tacoma vehicles exhibiting excessive corrosion of the frame, causing perforation of the metal. The frames of some vehicles may not have adequate corrosion protection. When exposed to severe environmental conditions, including accumulation of road salts, these vehicles may develop corrosion beyond normal surface rust commonly found on metal after years of exposure.

Instances of this condition are isolated and largely confined to states which use salt for winter de-icing of roads. However, to assure customers of its commitment to satisfaction, Toyota is extending a rust perforation warranty covering 1995 to 2000 Tacoma truck frames for a period of 15 years from original sale, with no mileage limitation, for corrosion damage resulting in perforation of the frame material.

Should a customer's vehicle experience this condition, they will be requested to present it to any Toyota dealer for inspection. Upon confirmation of rust perforation, Toyota will, at its option, repair or repurchase the vehicle. If it is determined that no rust perforation is present, the extended warranty will be in effect for 15 years from original sale."

[madrchsod]

1. what about the rust buckets from the 80`s...oh wait a minute

they were so bad there`s nothing left but a big pile of rust. i`ve worked metal all my life i have have never seen metal rust the way those trucks frames did. the sheet metal disintegrated within a few years. the only thing good about those trucks were the engines and transmissions.

at least toyota is taking responsibility for the mistake. they had to do the same thing certain engines that sludged-up.