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#339 of 599 Re: Toyota Tacoma transmission problems [sun5477] by littleaiken

Nov 27, 2009 (5:18 pm)

Replying to: sun5477 (Nov 27, 2009 6:36 am)
I have owned my 2010 Tacoma Prerunner for 3 weeks and am also having similar problems with the transmission. However, I have not completed the Toyota Purchase/Lease Survey and the dealer is VERY interested in making me happy...at least until I complete the Survey. I provided a copy of the technical bulletin from post 309 to the Service and Parts Director at the dealership this afternoon and he agreed to have me an answer by close of business 11/30/2009 as to whether the bulletin applies to the 2010 Tacoma and whether it will or will not resolve the transmission issue. I will post the answer Monday evening. Also, if you visit safercar.gov (NHTSA Office of Defect Investigation), there is already one formal complaint filed against Toyota for the 2010 Tacoma Automatic transmission (OID # 10293032 on October 6, 2009). The issues discussed in that complaint are very similar to mine.

#340 of 599 transmission 2WD vs. 4 x4 by melb4

Nov 27, 2009 (6:11 pm)

This question is for anyone that has experienced transmission problems. What year is the vehicle involved with the transmission problems?
Are these problems in a 2 Wheel drive or only in 4x4s?
I was getting ready to buy a 2010 Tacoma with the Off Road package and 4x4 when I read these posts. Now I will check out the Honda Ridgeline. I still would rather the Tacoma but don't want the headaches. Has anyone narrowed this down to which trucks or trucks coming out of certain states etc.? Thank you. Mel

#341 of 599 Transmission and Radios by melb4

Nov 27, 2009 (7:05 pm)

Does anyone know of someone that has bought a 2009-2010 Tacoma that is NOT having problems? Also it would be interesting to know what state people are in that are having these problems. I guess I am still trying to narrow this down to see if I can buy one of these without all these problems. Thanks to all of you that take the time to post and help the rest of us.

#342 of 599 Re: transmission 2WD vs. 4 x4 [melb4] by littleaiken

Nov 27, 2009 (7:32 pm)

Replying to: melb4 (Nov 27, 2009 6:11 pm)
I'm driving a 2010 4x2 PreRunner Dbl Cab Short Bed 4.0L V6 5-Speed Auto purchased in Georgia. On my paperwork it list the Port/Plant as Nummi - Fremont, CA. My troubles started early, after about 75 miles, and has continued to get worst. The transmission hunts for the proper gear when I make a turn at low speeds - taking a few seconds to figure out what it wants to do. A real problem when making a left turn in front of traffic. Most pronounced when going down hill and turning at a low speed. Dealer checked the transmission fluid and "topped it off" but no change. Service Manager drove it and experienced the problem first hand. Will give him a lot of credit, he did not deny it was a problem. In fact he noted several Tacoma's had been in the shop within the last few weeks with the same issue (he did not state whether they were 2009 or 2010). He also stated Toyota currently has no fix for the 2010 but I am questioning that as noted in my earlier posting. Will not keep the Tacoma if this is deemed "normal by Toyota." I am waiting until Monday to decide whether to file a complaint with NHTSA. This is my first Toyota and now likely to be my last.

#343 of 599 Re: Toyota Tacoma transmission problems [littleaiken] by befuddled2

Nov 27, 2009 (7:42 pm)

Replying to: littleaiken (Nov 27, 2009 5:18 pm)
Oh I think I would complete the survey but not the way they want it filled out. Be kind but firm with them because like politicians they are very good at putting you off. don't buy the crap of driving it for a couple of months so the computer learns your driving habits. That's a bunch of dung. Be very firm. When they don't react when they say they will or offer another excuse be just that much tougher. Get commitments and hold them to it. In other words be a pain in the pants.

#344 of 599 Leaking Transmission Problem by djjrivas

Nov 28, 2009 (9:36 am)

Wow. I have a 2009 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner Double Cab. I have been visiting the forum for a awhile now I actually want to thank you guys for that TSB update. That actually fixed my shifting problem etc....But I have a worst situation I notice the transmission was leaking from the rear seal where the trans.. meets the driveshaft I took it in and they refuse to fix the problem they told me that there was no leaks. So I Ieft out of there furious found me another dealer near my house took it in the same day and they acknowledge the leak so they told me that it was the rear seal so they kept it until they fixed it. Let me make this short they replaced the rear seal twice, the driveshaft was also replaced, and the latest was the rear housing on the trans was also replaced. The truck is back to the dealer as we speak because it is leaking again, the truck has about 9000 miles the problem started around 7000 miles... you tell me if Toyota is not having a problem with this transmission.....?????

#345 of 599 Re: Transmission and Radios [melb4] by tennesseeman1

Nov 28, 2009 (9:53 am)

Replying to: melb4 (Nov 27, 2009 7:05 pm)
I purchased my new 2009 PreRunner in Jackson Tennessee (Northwest Tennessee) in May of this year. The label inside the driver's side door frame says the truck was manufactured in Baja California. It is a two wheel drive, four door, six cylinder. I was the first person on the site (post # 279 and 282) to get the reprogramming "fix" a few weeks ago and mine is still "okay". Its still not perfect, but its much better. I had always wanted a Toyota truck and this is my first, and will probably be my last. I have had many new vehicles over the years and I have never had such a significant problem with Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge. And, Toyota has done nothing to communicate with their customers, or even their dealers. It has been weeks since my dealer fixed my truck and there are still posts here explaining that some dealerships are still not aware of the "fix". Its a pretty shoddy way of running a company. I'm assuming that someone from Toyota, as well as other manufacturers, monitors this site. If I worked for Toyota, and read these posts, I would be embarrassed.

#346 of 599 Re: Overdrive Problem [johndenhart] by caseyb4

Nov 29, 2009 (11:31 am)

Replying to: johndenhart (Dec 15, 2007 4:55 pm)
same vehicle, 160,000 thousand miles, same problem. Did you ever get it figured out?
Thanks

#347 of 599 Re: Leaking Transmission Problem [djjrivas] by wakeupd

Nov 29, 2009 (9:34 pm)

Replying to: djjrivas (Nov 28, 2009 9:36 am)
You are not alone with the problems on the 2009 double cab. I bought my truck in June 09 and within a week it was getting a new engine. Two weeks after the new engine installed. I was told it had a leak in the cooling system and had to have a hose replaced. Today, I have a leak in the transmission. Back to the shop again. I think I've had enough and will take Toyota to arbitration to replace the truck.
 
For those who need to fill out the survey from the dealer, don't wait too long. I waited and now the survey is no longer available.
 
Has anyone ever tried to get their truck replaced?

#348 of 599 Re: Leaking Transmission Problem [wakeupd] by djjrivas

Nov 30, 2009 (1:29 pm)

Replying to: wakeupd (Nov 29, 2009 9:34 pm)
I am actually waiting for the Lemon Law lawyer to contact me this week to see what the outcome is I let you know what happen..... to be honest I rather have my money back and go buy something else this is my first Toyota and the last one to....

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