Toyota Highlander Frame Rust Problems

I have been told by an independent toyota mechanic that this is a known spot of early frame rot due to proximity to heat from the muffler. The first rusted frame class action lawsuit was filed against toyota in 2016.

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The 2005 toyota highlander has 1 problems reported for rear sub frame is rusted out.

Toyota highlander frame rust problems. The bolt heads can be sawedground off but its the threaded holes on the chassisaxle carrier that can be a problem. Frame rust unlike most body panel rust poses a real threat to the structural integrity of the truck. Average failure mileage is 127400 miles.

Rusted frame on 2005 toyota highlander i have a badly rusted frame on my 2005 toyota highlander. The proposed toyota class action lawsuit includes. Check the frame at the rear passenger side control arm specifically next to the muffler.

I have been using rust converter and fluid film to beat back the rust monster. All over the web after all of the discussions about the infamous toyota frame rust problem the one thing ive never heard iswhat actually caused the problem in the first place. Can it be repaired and if so how much should the repair.

Was it simply that toyota didnt coat the frame with enough undercoat material or was the undercoat material somehow substandard etc etc etc. The main problem will be all the rusted hardware. The lawsuit made a few key points.

The most recently reported issues are listed below. Frame rust problems of the 2004 toyota 4runner part 2 98 problems related to frame rust have been reported for the 2004 toyota 4runner. December 18 2018 a toyota 4runner frame rust lawsuit alleges corrosion is so excessive occupants are at risk due to the weakened frames.

Check junkyard for a usable rear subframe. Car complaints car problems and defect information.