2001 Toyota Tundra Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 171about this part
- Share
- 41%of 415 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 111,320miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 171 complaints about the body and structure of the 2001 Toyota Tundra, 41% of the 415 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 111,320 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My brakes line rusted off. I got it replaced. If I didn't notice it I could have gotten into a major accident with no brakes. My frame on the pickup is rusting and I am concerned that it will become another safety issue. I have owned toyotas all my life and now worried to drive them due to rusty frames.”
NHTSA complaint #10561790, filed 2014-01, 100,000 miles“I contacted Toyota about rusting of my 2001 Tundra with 137000 miles on it. There are holes that you can put your thumb through in the frame. Toyota said there was a limited recall and it has expired. Why is this not a safety recall? Is there any recourse here?”
NHTSA complaint #10910918, filed 2016-10, 137,000 miles“My 2001 Toyota Tundra was just taken to be inspected. I was told by my local Toyota of newport dealer that the frame was rusted out and would not pass inspection. Also, tire cross members exhaust system crossover pipes and power steering frame rusted out and is leaking. I called Toyota hot line and am waiting for a response.”
NHTSA complaint #10289977, filed 2009-10, 150,000 miles“We own a 2001 Tundra with severe rust problems on the frame, brakes, body parts, spare tire, suspension and nuts and bolts all over the vehicle. The spare tire dropped from the rear of the truck due to rust and damaged the rear bumper. We have spent thousands of dollars to repair rusted items on this truck.”
NHTSA complaint #10318593, filed 2010-03, 81,000 miles“I have a 2001 Toyota Tundra with a very bad frame rust problem. It's almost as bad as my tacoma was when it got recalled. I've put in a formal complaint with the Toyota customer experience, and nothing has been done. They haven't even had me take it the dealer and have it looked at. The rust peels off in large sheets and it's as bad as many of the pictures I see on the web.”
NHTSA complaint #10286765, filed 2009-10, 100,000 milesRelated recalls
- 09V444000Nov 18, 2009Toyota is recalling model year 2000-2003 tundra vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, delaware, illinois…Covers: Toyota Tundra 2000–2003
Related service bulletins
- 11012744Dec 6, 2024The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic…
- 11012743Dec 6, 2024To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film…
- 11012742Dec 6, 2024Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an…
- 11012735Dec 5, 2024Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental…
- 11012727Dec 3, 2024Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding…
- 11007445Jul 12, 2024The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic…
- 11007444Jul 12, 2024To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film…
- 11007443Jul 12, 2024Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an…
- 11006151Jul 12, 2024The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic…
- 11006150Jul 12, 2024To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 6% |
| 2025 | 7 | 5% |
| 2024 | 6 | 2% |
| 2023 | 9 | 2% |
| 2022 | 17 | 4% |
| 2021 | 2 | 8% |
| 2020 | 3 | 6% |
| 2019 | 4 | 5% |
| 2018 | 3 | 3% |
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 21 | 18% |
| 2015 | 3 | 6% |
| 2014 | 14 | 15% |
| 2013 | 7 | 8% |
| 2012 | 11 | 7% |
| 2011 | 11 | 8% |
| 2010 | 25 | 15% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 | 56 | 17% |
| 2007 | 61 | 16% |
| 2006 | 169 | 31% |
| 2005 | 91 | 24% |
| 2004 | 200 | 43% |
| 2003 | 150 | 38% |
| 2002 | 154 | 32% |
| 2001 | 171 | 41% |
| 2000 | 529 | 52% |
Other parts of the 2001 Toyota Tundra
116 complaintsSuspension
84 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
30 complaintsSteering
23 complaintsOther or unknown
16 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsWheels
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsTires
6 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Toyota Tundra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology