Where's them Rusted Frames

I have to give CliffyK credit. He made his argument of 'lamellar corrosion' so sweet I just had to put it out there.

 

I hope you don't mind Cliff.

 

Here is mine before Toyota gave me a new frame, went from a three leaf pack to a four leaf pack, all new brake lines, control arms, and a Camry to drive while they had my truck. Total bill $15,844, my cost $0.00.

 

Yeah man, not sure I'd be comfortable driving a vehicle with that much rust especially if you have a family, but even alone. One bad pot hole or accident and it'd be lights out!!

 

I love the truck but in no way am comfortable in it. There's a constant weight on me wondering if something's gonna happen. I've contacted Heffler and Toyota about it so we'll see.

 

Hey John, how long did the whole process take? From first inspection till they got your truck in the shop, and back to you?

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qD07c_Cv3s

 

One Year Later
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0fIkpV7Zg0

 

^^^ where are you located and how long have you had your truck?

 

Had my truck in for the leaf spring replacement, and they showed me some pics of the frame. Its pretty bad. Exhaust brackets are pulling away, etc. Dealer told me they are expecting info from Toyota corp by the end of the month. Had to sign a waver basically saying I wont drive over potholes etc. Considering purchasing a beater for a few weeks as I need to commute, but don't want to be driving the truck.

 

Canada. In Calgary Alberta.
Sorry. This was also the shit undercoating I got.
They did not test, descale, or do any other prep before they under coated it.
https://youtu.be/E27dH64Wi_o

 

^ I guess you were supposed to kiss their ass for doing absolutely nothing. Sucks ... maybe contact a lawyer ?

 

So Heffler got back with me..

'Thank you for contacting Heffler Claims Group. At this time we are waiting for the appeals process to run it’s course and there is no specific timeline in place. There were a number of objections/appeals. The appeals process must be complete before the next phase inspections/payments etc. takes place. Please wait for notifications regarding any further updates. If the settlement is finally approved, for Class Members who still own or lease their Subject Vehicles, the Frame Inspection and Replacement Program will be implemented to determine whether a Class Member’s frame should be replaced in accordance with the terms of this settlement. Toyota may decide to implement certain benefits of this settlement prior to the settlement being fully approved. The Frame Inspection and Replacement Program will begin following the date of Final Order and Final Judgment is entered and will be calculated by the longer of twelve (12) years from the date of the Subject Vehicle’s First Use, which is the date that the Subject Vehicle was originally sold or leased, or, if the Class Member has owned or leased the vehicle beyond twelve (12) years from date of First Use, one (1) year from the date of entry of the Final Order and Final Judgment. Pursuant to the Frame Inspection and Replacement Program and the Inspection Protocol, Toyota shall offer an initial inspection of the Subject Vehicles and additional inspections, as necessary. Salvaged vehicles and vehicles with flood-damaged titles are not eligible for this benefit. Without cost to Class Members, upon request from the Class Member and if the Subject Vehicle is required by the Toyota Dealer to remain at the dealership at least overnight, Toyota will provide a Loaner Vehicle (upon proof of adequate insurance) for up to seven (7) days, absent exceptional circumstances, while the frame is being replaced. The Frame Inspection and Replacement Program is transferable with the Subject Vehicle. In appropriate circumstances where the Class Member has a demonstrated need for a vehicle similar to the Subject Vehicles, Toyota, through its dealers, shall use good faith efforts to satisfy that request. If you are eligible for the Frame Inspection and Replacement Program, simply bring your Subject Vehicle to a Toyota Dealer for an inspection and, if required, a frame replacement. If you dispute the findings of the Toyota Dealer’s inspection, you may take your vehicle to a second Toyota Dealer for a second frame inspection. You also can obtain a document summarizing the Frame Inspection and Replacement Program on this website http://www.toyotaframesettlement.com/. You do not need to have the summary to receive the benefits of the Frame Inspection and Replacement Program, but it may serve as a reminder to you in the event your Subject Vehicle satisfies the Rust Perforation Standard. Toyota may begin to offer this benefit over time, beginning pursuant to the terms of this Settlement Agreement, upon entry of the Preliminary Approval Order by the Court. Toyota, at its discretion, may also periodically mail reminders of this benefit to Class Members after the issuance of the Final Order and Final Judgment. The reminder notices will notify the Class Members of the timing of this Frame Inspection and Replacement Program and will encourage Class Members to bring in their Subject Vehicles for an inspection. Toyota will replace the frames and associated parts, as required, on the Subject Vehicles that satisfy the Rust Perforation Standard as stated in the Inspection Protocol that are presented to a Toyota Dealer during the Frame Inspection and Replacement Program. The frame replacement is at no cost to Class Members. Toyota dealerships shall inspect the frames of the Subject Vehicles presented to them to determine whether a frame should be replaced pursuant to the Settlement Agreement. Class Members may have their Subject Vehicles’ frames inspected by authorized Toyota Dealers and, if the vehicle is located in a CRC State , for evaluation for application of the Corrosion Resistant Compounds (“CRC”). Based upon the results of the inspection, and if perforation of the frame from rust corrosion meets or exceeds the Rust Perforation Standard, the Subject Vehicle’s frame and associated parts shall be replaced by Toyota at no charge to the Class Member. If the perforation of the frame does not meet or exceed the Rust Perforation Standard, and the vehicle is currently registered in a CRC State, and the vehicle has not previously received CRC or a new frame, pursuant to a prior Limited Service Campaign (“LSC”), then the dealer or authorized sublet facility will apply CRC to the Subject Vehicle’s frame. For vehicles registered in CRC States, the application of the CRC shall be available for a two (2) year period: (a) for the Tundra and Sequoia subject vehicles; and, (b) for those Tacoma subject vehicles for which CRC has not been previously applied and the frame was not previously replaced. The timing of the availability of the CRC application will depend on Toyota’s ability to obtain the applicable environmental permits. Toyota shall mail a reminder notice to Class Members in CRC States when there is only six (6) months remaining for the possible application of the CRC. All frames presented for inspection shall be inspected for perforations in the frame caused by rust corrosion in accordance with the following procedure: The frame will be inspected by a qualified Toyota technician, who will inspect the frame rails and cross member mounting locations. Any perforation found will be measured to confirm if it is within the inspection criteria. If any perforation exists, but no perforation is 10 mm or greater and if the vehicle has not previously received CRC or a new frame, pursuant to the prior LSC, then the frame will be cleaned and the CRC will be applied for Subject Vehicles located in the CRC States. If any perforation in the frame is found to be 10 mm or larger, then the frame will be replaced, as well as all applicable parts and service items incidental to frame replacement.'

 

It's the same ol crap I've seen before. Nothing new. It does state that at Toyota's discretion they may do something before entering final order AND final judgement.
When I get back home from working in S.C. I'm gonna visit my local Toyota dealer and have them look at the damage.
I feel like I'm on a freakin merry go round.
Lawyers get 9.5 million and we're stuck with our fingers up our butt HOPING representation does right by us. If I get in a wreck or an animal jumps in front of me before then, I'm gonna be in a world of hurt.

 

It's stated they are supposed to inspect, CLEAN, then apply coating.

I've seen your videos on YouTube several times. I've wanted to take a hammer to mine as well but was worried when Toyota did there Inspection, they'd have something to say like owner inflicted damage or something to that tune.

 

This was recently?

 

That was the worst dealer service/attitude I had ever seen. Are they legally allowed to release that vehicle to the owner after visibly seeing broken suspension parts??
I feel your pain Brother...

 

Yes, June 26th. Dealer in Massachusetts.