2010 Toyota Tacoma body & structure problems

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1. Filed Aug 24, 202649,000 miNYBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for inspection, the mechanic informed the contact that the entire subframe was rusted. The contact was advised that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to the rust on the subframe. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were contacted and informed the contact that the extended warranty for the failure had expired.…

   NHTSA complaint #11759154 · source
2. Filed Aug 22, 2026IABody & Structure

   Took 2010 Toyota Tacoma to independent garage for a problem with tire pressure sensor. The sensor was fixed, however employee of the garage made us aware that there was substantial rust/corrosion on the Tacoma frame. Have made 2 calls this last week to the Toyota Customer Relations/Brand Engagement specialist. Gave the representative all information that we have on the truck and talked to them about the rusted/corroded frame. They had stated that on our particular vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11758737 · source
3. Filed Jun 22, 2026100,000 miMABody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was with an independent mechanic for a scheduled service, the contact was informed that the frame underneath the engine was rusted. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that an unknown recall associated with the failure had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11745667 · source
4. Filed Jan 29, 2026NJBody & Structure

   I am the original owner of a 2010 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport, 4 door, 4WD, with a 6' bed, VIN # [XXX] , with 215902 miles. During the replacement of the leaf springs on 1/27/26, under recall #14V-604, I was informed by the Toyota dealership that installed the leaf springs that there was extensive corrosion on various points on the frame to the point where it was unsafe to drive. The frame has developed severe perforation and rust-through. There are large holes in the frame, and…

   NHTSA complaint #11714253 · source
5. Filed Sep 23, 2025CABody & StructureOther / UnknownSuspension

   The frame on my 2010 Toyota Tacoma has developed severe perforation and rust-through. There are large holes in the frame, and the exhaust hanger has broken completely off the frame rail. The corrosion is spreading across multiple points, making the vehicle unsafe and at risk of structural failure while driving. I purchased the truck in May 2020 and brought it to a Toyota dealer for a paid multi-point inspection that included the undercarriage. At that time, Toyota’s ZH6…

   NHTSA complaint #11689067 · source
6. Filed May 9, 2025160,000 miMDBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that upon previous ownership; the vehicle was repaired under an unidentified NHTSA Campaign Number; however, the failure failed to prevent the failure from occurring. The contact stated that upon further inspection, the main frame of the vehicle had rusted. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure…

   NHTSA complaint #11659926 · source
7. Filed Apr 23, 202575,000 miVTBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while upon taking the vehicle for an annual inspection, he was informed that the sub frame was excessively corroded. The contact stated that the vehicle failed the State Inspection and was deemed unworthy to be driven on the road. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure…

   NHTSA complaint #11656321 · source
8. Filed Dec 5, 2024MABody & StructureSuspension

   Recently had routine service done on my 2010 Toyota Tacoma. Mechanic noted a lot of corrosion of the frame, including where leaf springs and axles are connected. He said that he had difficulty putting the vehicle on the lift for service due to the amount of corrosion and that he could not assure me that the vehicle is safe to drive.

   NHTSA complaint #11629062 · source
9. Filed Nov 4, 2024NYBody & Structure

   The chassis/ frame work of the pickup is rusted, corroded/ rotted. This is a known issue in there was a settlement on a lawsuit related to the problem for this year model and make vehicle and Toyota was responsible to fix the problem at no cost to the customer. I called the Toyota dealership and is being told that there is no outstanding recall for this issue for this VIN#. The fact remains that the vehicle has this safety issue and I’m asking for the repairs to be done at…

   NHTSA complaint #11623444 · source
10. Filed Sep 12, 2024138,000 miNJBody & Structure

    The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the sub frame was extremely rusted underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that there was no warranty coverage for the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11614250 · source
11. Filed Dec 14, 2023120,000 miCTBody & Structure

    The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was receiving a routine oil change, the mechanic observed that the frame was corroded and fractured near the front passenger’s side wheel. The contact was informed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11560049 · source
12. Filed Oct 10, 2023VTBody & Structure

    Frame rotted and will not pass state inspection. Toyota dealer stated there was no recall on the frame, but some kind of warranty extension which is no longer active since 2022. I don't remember getting any notice from Toyota. I did get 3 recall notices, but nothing on the frame. Now they will not fix or do anything. I did not see it when I looked up recalls 2 years ago, and thought it was not effected. I have low mileage (69,000) on the vehicle that runs perfectly, but I…

    NHTSA complaint #11549183 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology