2015 Tacoma Engine Failure

Hey everyone - new to the forum. I joined specifically because of my current situation.

My 2015 Tacoma needs an engine rebuild at 62510k miles, 2510k miles outside of the powertrain warranty. I know it's outside of the 60k, but the reason I bought a Tacoma was the longevity- reports of 200k+ on Tacomas seems to be the norm. Headquarters originally said they won't do anything because it's outside the 60k, but the last conversation I had with them made it seem like they are still looking into the situation.

1. What is the earliest you have heard of a Tacoma's engine failing? I have performed all regular maintenance in a timely manner on my vehicle, and bought it new.

2. Any advice in dealing with Toyota Headquarters?

Thanks in advance.

 

i would still try and take it to the dealer and say wtf

 

What failed exactly ?

 

Any details on the engine?

 

Can't give you any advice as I've never dealt with this.

How do you use your truck? any major modifications, heavy towing, drive like an A-hole etc?

 

Currently broken down at a Toyota Dealer, who is advocating for me and my situation to Headquarters.

Engine breakdown details - multiple bearings relating to crankshaft....#2 Main bearing, rear thrust bearing....metal shavings from those made its way to the head of motor.

I consider myself a normal driver....I put a lot of miles on vehicles because of my job and my hobbies, but - that's why I bought a Tacoma!

I had a service just 2k miles before this - nothing was mentioned and was commented on how good of shape my truck was in.

 

See thumbnail for engine notes.

 

Certainly not a common problem. The engines in general are very reliable. Notes say excessive rust, which seems odd for a 2015z

 

Are you the original owner? I agree that this is not a common failure.

 

Yes - original owner.

 

Rust- a result of living in the NE in a state that heavily salts roads.

 

$17,201

 

Right?!?!

 

Talk to your insurance company too... never know

 

You will get goodwill as long as you have records and stay civil with them, just be patient.

I've seen every toyota engine fail from 1000kms to 500,000kms. Nothing is perfect.

The 4 liter is pretty stout and I haven't personally changed one yet, but I've seen lots of used 1GR's put into tacos due to higher mileage failures.

 

What is goodwill?

 

What's with the 7/12/14 date quoted for the used engine?

 

Keen eye...

 

The dealer priced out that option for me after discovering the problem. As you can see it is a much cheaper option to a total rebuild.

 

^They priced out that option using pricing from 3 years ago?