2001 Toyota 4RUNNER Suspension Problems

“Entered highway from on ramp as picked up speed steering wheel began to shake violently and began to loose control of SUV. I immediately pulled over and had it taken to shop to find excessive rust on back frame n shock causing wheel to 'basically be free floating and unattached' the vehicle is still in shop at moment and I can get pictures and a statement upon request”

“Took my vehicle for oil change and was advised that the frame was badly rusted and should take vehicle to Toyota immediately. Toyota indicated that no recall was issued for this year model vehicle and nothing could be done. So I have a mechanically good vehicle that I can not use due to rusted frame.”

“While driving down the highway at approximately 65mph our Toyota 4RUNNER suddenly began to shake and sway violently and was very difficult to control. I pulled over and checked but did not see anything apparent. We had the car checked at our local Toyota dealer and was told the frame is corroded completely thru and the rear trailing arm was separated from the frame. The dealer advised that vehicle is no longer safe to drive and they would not be able to repair since the frame was so badly rusted. …”

“The suspension recall on my 2001 Toyota 4runner was done at around 60k miles. It now has 116k miles and the problem is back,I can turn my steering wheel about 1/2 in either direction and not have the wheels move,when driving the steering wanders and occasionally grabs in what feels like a flat spot..the campaign no is 05v225000.”

“Vehicle frame is rusting to the point of perforation. I discovered today two holes, one on each the driver and passenger side, inner frame rails just behind the rear crossmember. My concern is it may be rotting from the inside out. Is the manufacturer going to issue a recall on these frames as they have done on tacomas and tundras? This car is in excellent condition otherwise and I had planned to drive it for much longer due to its handling and safety.”