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923 messages, Last post on Nov 16, 2009 at 8:28 AM
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I just turned in my 01 Tacoma (sr5, auto, 96K) on the buyback program. I was told by the rep that I was lucky to get my money because the buy backs were coming to an end. He thought that frame replacement was not a wise idea. Unfortunately, others probably won't have a choice other than legal action. I bought another brand because I have not seen anything from Toyota about how they are addressing this problem with the frames on new trucks.
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Replying to: pjad (Jan 05, 2009 12:21 pm) I said, I have not heard anything from toyota about a time frame for when the frames started getting manufactured properly again. He didnt seem to have an answer. Let me know when you get a call from ISG and how much they offer you because I have the same truck as you.. 2001 extend cab SR5 v6 auto Is yours a v6 auto ? |
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Replying to: pjad (Jan 05, 2009 12:21 pm) I'm curious if they will put their money where there mouth is by taking my truck in trade on a decent used truck on their lot made by another brand after they perform their frame swap. I just dont want to have to deal with anymore BS right now. I was looking foward to being done with that truck payment and certainly dont want to incur even more debt in horrible economic times. |
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Replying to: mcalautt (Jan 05, 2009 5:03 am)
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Replying to: bigbe (Jan 06, 2009 6:09 am) Any light you could shed on this gray area would be most helpful. |
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Replying to: bigbe (Jan 06, 2009 6:09 am)  what year is the FJ ?? the FJ cruisers have a subframe issue.. look it up.. the front right inner stamped frame along the top of the fenders are literally cracking in half and then the front bumper drops because of the split,, it has been a prob for a few years. check these out. http://blogs.edmunds.com/roadtests/2007/04/2007-toyota-fj-cruiser---a-crack-in-t- - he-armor.html http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forums/attachments/problems-dealer-service/14799d- - 1187501670-engine-bay-body-rips-dsc03059w.jpg
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I am totally disgusted with Toyota. They have had my truck for more than 2months and just told me that now they will replace the frame. It has sat for the 2 months ...in tocoma land...rotting...literally. I am refusing the offer and have contacted the DOT and my Attorney General's office. They said I am the only one they have heard from and one is not enough to make a difference. The plan is unacceptable. If you want to make them change the offer to a more fair one...everyone should be contacting their Attorney General, The DOT and their local politicians. We bought the toyota with trust in their integrity and now they are not standing by their vehicles with substandard frames. The vehicle will be worth less and we are taking the loss. We need a class action suit and we need to not give up and take what they offer. My dealer said they do not even have the frames..it will be a long process. Did anyone recieve official paper work from Toyota stating their plan? |
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Replying to: mcalautt (Jan 06, 2009 6:31 am) |
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Replying to: horselover2 (Jan 07, 2009 6:36 am) I've yet to hear back from Toyota and don't want a new frame. I filed an official complaint with NHTSB (or whatever it is). I will file with DOT as per your suggestion and look into the State Attourney General as well. I love my truck, but I really LOVED it's reliability and high resale value. Now what do I have?
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Replying to: Sambone5769 (Jan 07, 2009 7:27 am) everyone has to step UP. the DOT and AG need to hear it in numbers unfortunately.. As far as Im concerned a frame replacement is unacceptable
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