NHTSA Complaint #11696453 — 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA

STRUCTURE:BODY issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11696453
Vehicle	2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	October 20, 2025
Date Filed	October 29, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MD

Consumer Description

This report addresses the critical structural integrity concerns related to excessive corrosion, and frame material loss affecting the main ladder frame chassis. The degradation of the frame members poses a significant and immediate safety risk, including potential catastrophic structural failure, detachment of critical components, and failure of safety systems (e.g., braking and fuel lines) mounted to the frame. Location: Mid-frame section (beneath the cab) and rear sections (near the leaf spring mounts and rear axle).

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