TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME AND BODY OF THE VEHICLE WERE RUSTED AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE REPAIRED BECAUSE THERE WAS TOO MUCH CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,400. U…
2011 toyota Tacoma body problems
severe 17 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
17
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
2011 TOYOTA TACOMA TRUCK. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH FACTORY INSTALLED RUNNING BOARDS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE RUNNING BOARDS WERE TOO CLOSE TO THE BODY ALLOWING ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF ONES HEEL TO CONTACT THE BOARD WHEN EXITING THE TRUCK. IF THE BOARDS WERE WET, ONE COULD EASILY SLIP WHILE EXITING THE VEHICLE. ALSO, IF THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON AN UNEVEN SURFACE, IT WOULD BE DIFFICULT FOR…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2011 toyota Tacoma?
It's a meaningful issue. 17 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,500.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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