Tundra frame rust recall???

[99 rs]

99 rs,

Your dealer has not followed the correct application process. It is clear that the bed was not removed, the spare tire wasn't removed, and the spray wasn't applied to the interior of the frame. More important, the frame wasn't prepped properly. There is a link in this thread that describes the entire process. I would print out a copy of the process and take it to the dealership and tell them they need to do the application again. Most of the dealerships are subbing the work out, so if you don't let them know, they will assume everything is OK. I know, because I had mine done the second time, and the dealership didn't even balk at it. Do yourself a favor and get it done correctly. If the dealership complains, call Toyota. Toyota is paying these places to do the job correctly.

Wow what a half *ssed job!! My 2002 Tundra got the frame treatment just a couple weeks ago. I crawled under the truck and took photos before it went to the dealer just to cover my butt. I crawled under after it was done and they did a real nice job. Nothing at all like you photos. That's terrible!

Do you think there would be a difference between Canada and the US? If there isn't then I'll give them a call. Your guys' reactions were my first thoughts as well.

[kanaduh]

99rs,

Here's the treatmentbprocess. Should be the same process regardless of location. Once you read through this, you'll see that they didn't follow the process. Take it back and have it done right. When you take it back, give them a copy of the process too. http://www.tundrasolutions.com/forum...crc-recall.pdf

[pokman]

So are you guys getting your whole frame treated or just the the frame under the bed? I got my letter a week ago and I was under the assumption that the whole frame was coated.

[jbtoy]

Do you think there would be a difference between Canada and the US? If there isn't then I'll give them a call. Your guys' reactions were my first thoughts as well.

Great posts 99 RS with your pics. People should bookmark as save as a reference. It clearly shows how the process should NOT be done. As already noted, you need to return your truck and give them pics and process spec sheet to show them how it should be done. There is no difference by region and the instructions are very clear on what should be covered. Obvious to many here,
the shop did not read them and/or just did a half a$$ attempt just to get it out the door. Post back how you make out.

**pokman, please read the pdf file nicely attached for you on post # 1711. It is very clear what is covered and how.

[pokman]

I read what is covered but I am wondering if most guys are getting the whole frame coated.

[kelkay]

They aren't doing every Tundra. It seems it has to have a hole in the metal, before they will work on it. They told me my truck did not need the recall work. I guess I will have to take their word for it. :-0

[pokman]

Yeah I understand about the whole frame replacement, I am more curious about the CRC. It says limited time through 2012 they will coat the whole frame, but it sounds like it may be up to the dealer. But the above pics he had his whole frame coated, so I am just wondering if the CRC is done this year if they automatically coat the whole frame.

['00 Tundra]

my new frame is at the dealership now waiting for me. it's scheduled to go in on march 5th. However, until then I was debating welding a plate over the holes in my frame because there is a chance im going to need it to tow this coming weekend. I'm not too worried about it for everyday driving, however I'm not sure I want to tow a Jeep on a flatbed for 300 miles with it, I guess I should probably call the dealer to ask, but do you guys see any reason they would tell me it would void the replacement or something if i patched it?? it's already had the inspection and is scheduled, but a little voice in my head is whispering that they might come up with some excuse not to do it if i patch the holes

[cpearson817]

my new frame is at the dealership now waiting for me. it's scheduled to go in on march 5th. However, until then I was debating welding a plate over the holes in my frame because there is a chance im going to need it to tow this coming weekend. I'm not too worried about it for everyday driving, however I'm not sure I want to tow a Jeep on a flatbed for 300 miles with it, I guess I should probably call the dealer to ask, but do you guys see any reason they would tell me it would void the replacement or something if i patched it?? it's already had the inspection and is scheduled, but a little voice in my head is whispering that they might come up with some excuse not to do it if i patch the holes

Get them to give you a 5.7 Tundra as your rental!

[s2kseven]

"I read what is covered but I am wondering if most guys are getting the whole frame coated. "


At least, they did mine...the whole chassis.
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[flat_twin]

Yeah I understand about the whole frame replacement, I am more curious about the CRC. It says limited time through 2012 they will coat the whole frame, but it sounds like it may be up to the dealer. But the above pics he had his whole frame coated, so I am just wondering if the CRC is done this year if they automatically coat the whole frame.

The pdf in an earlier post shows the rear frame section is to be treated as well as the front of the frame as a "confidence" treatment. This is exactly what happened to my Tundra two weeks ago.

[kiwiaudio]

Kelkay, you are not stuck with one dealers answer on this. Assuming you have a VIN that is in the inspection range, get it inspected by another Toyota dealer with a bigger guy swinging the hammer !

On another note, Regarding the frame replacement process, what is the situation with the A arms now? I've tried to find this back through the posts, but i cannot find much.

#1. I recall reading on T/S when all this frame replacement stuff started, that owners were getting billed for them @ $600 each if the dealer couldn't get them off.
#2. Then I recall reading that when dealers were unable to get them off, Toyota supplied them at no cost.
#3. Next I read that Toyota was supplying them now with every frame, due to the high volume of claims from #2.

My frame is being replaced as i write this, and my dealer is still going with #2. They have most of the vehicle apart but have not tackled the A arms yet. They say they will be reused if they can successfully remove them. If not, then Toyota will replace them.

I guess I'm OK with this, but I was expecting #3. What do you guys think about this ? I'm not sure if the old ones will be rebushed - probably not !

[neodave]

My frame has yet to come in so I can just assume. There was at least 8 of the old frames stacked in the back of my dealers lot. 4 of the 8 still had the control arms attached. My dealer says they have the repair down to 3 days. It would certainly be easier for them if they were allowed to install new ones. I would be nice to see pretty black ones that matched the new frame.

['00 Tundra]

Get them to give you a 5.7 Tundra as your rental!

well whatever they give me as a loaner, i wont be driving anyways, they said they dont want me driving it because of my age. so instead, my dad is driving the loaner and i will hopefully be getting his truck to bring back to school in the meantime (which happens to be a 5.7 crewmax so i have no issues with that). however, considering none of this happens until march 5th, it does me no good with my towing issue for this weekend...

[kanaduh]

Kelkay, they may not need to replace your frame, but they should be doing the rust proofing. Call Toyota and have them check your VIN. If you did get the CRC treatment recall, then they need to do it. It's not a choice for them.
Pokeman, they do need to treat the entire frame. The GED needs to be removed, etc. I posted the PDF with the process, so you may want to read it and look at the pictures. It is self explainitary. Don't let the dealers pull the wool over your eyes.