2000 Toyota Tundra Paint Recall
Parts have lasted well.
2000 toyota tundra paint recall. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Toyota Tundra based on all problems reported for the Tundra. Called Toyota dealer and they advised that the full frame recall expired in 2012 however the recall for the cross member under the bed was still active. The worst complaints are paint dull and fading excessive rust and paint bubblingchipping.
Paint is getting hold but holding. Granted I do a lot of freeway driving each year for my job so its quite possible its jist normal wear and tear for my usage. The worst complaints are body paint cooling system and AC heater problems.
Other issues worth mentioning include problems with the secondary air pump faulty Electronic Throttle Control ETC which caused suddenunexpected acceleration problems and in some models extreme rust in the. Recalls are free repairs initiated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or Toyota itself for a widespread safety problem. The 2000 Toyota Tundra has 1298 problems defects reported by Tundra owners.
I work at the SA plant paint shop. It would be very obvious if it did not have clearcoat. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number.
While the paint concerns were cosmetic the rust found on frames was a very serious potential safety concern since it could cause structural failure. The most recently reported issues are listed below. The worst complaints are roof developed warps truck bed not advertised length.
They might be a pain but a recalled problem is better than an ignored one. Just purchased a 2000 Toyota Tundra SR5 4x4 with V8 frame is in pretty rough shape. The Tundra has been recalled 54 times.