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I still have a window control panel that vibrates on the passenger side door and a very annoying buzzing sound coming from underneath the glove compartment. I tried adhesive on the control panel and it is still vibrating. CHEAP PLASTIC. I still feel like I got ROBBED by Toyota. I have told numerous people about the issues, and have emailed numerous people. Many have thanked me for alerting them to this junk of a truck. Again, should have bought another Nissan.
I am thinking I might picket outside of the dealerships here in Tampa. It may be one way to get Toyota to pay attention and do something about this crappy transmission.
For some of those that ask about driving habits, I'm not really a lead-foot. I gradually start and usually am not too heavy on brakes either. I drove an ambulance for 10 years, so I got used to making the ride as smooth as possible for patients (granted, not all that smooth to begin with). In fact, the tranny seems to work better if I just slam it down instead of being smooth.
Given the number of complaints I'll be filing with NHTSA as well, just to add to their stats. I don't expect a quick fix, if any, but after a few folks get T-boned maybe it'll come out.
As for a class-action, good luck. These complaints seem too disorganized. if anything, does anyone have ties with the media or some sort of public representative could speak up, show them the numerous online discussions, and have that person do "investigative reporting" to bring some real publicity to the issue? Seems that media investigation causes action, as does state rep's, senators, etc. Plus, with the NHTSA complaints, there's going to be some sort of federal documentation as well.
Frustratingly, I looked at the Dakota and Frontier first. Neither qualified at the time for the Cash 4 Clunkers. Hopefully that extra cash savings doesn't get lost in the next few years on repairs.
Yesterday, I had a sign made that alerts potential customers to the problem I am having with my transmission (very carefully worded of course). I have secured it to my tail gate and provide my phone number. As I drive a lot, this will be good exposure and sure enough, I received my first phone call this morning from a man looking to buy a new Tacoma. After telling him about my issues and telling him to check this website, he called back a few minutes ago to thank me and told me he will definitely not be buying a Toyota.
Why did I do this? Because Toyota is ignoring the issue!!!! So I am going to take it to them as hard as I can. And the media will be next and if that does not work, I will be picketing local dealers. I am dead serious about this as I feel I have been screwed out of $27K. If this transmission goes after my 36k warranty........... I have already complained to three dealers, Southeast Toyota and filed my complaint with the NHTSA.
I hope this helps those who thought they were getting a decent vehicle and aren't getting satisfaction from Toyota. Good luck guys. Back to searching for a vehicle from a company that doesn't ignore its customers. :lemon:
Just traded my 09 double cab 4X4 Sport back in after only 6700 miles and took a loss of approx $7,000 because I felt that after two near accidents with my family in the car it wasn't worth it.
There is a trans problem with these and it is only a matter of time till something BAD happens.
It was a great finical cost that I traded it back in for my family's safety and I just hope that those that are stuck with them stay safe and those that are considering buying one DON'T until the problem is resolved.
I took about 45 minutes and called Toyota at 1-888-270-9371 and explained what happened, provided my info and Vin. You all need to call also, sooner or later someone will listen and especially when you mention SAFETY of your family !!
PS, I am a long term Toyota owner and memebr of Toyota Nation and Edmunds Forums, don't forget to mention the hundreds of post on these sights when you call!!
Have a great day all !
I would not feel good about pawing the POS off to anyone but Toyota as the ultimate reason I got rid of it was safety.
Again,,bottom line, everyone needs to call Toyota and express concerns of safety. They will give you a reference number of your complaint. I suggest you keep it in a safe place so when the class action law suit goes through, you have proof you registered your complaint. :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon:
Toyota addresses Tacoma transmission
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Took my 06 TRD Sport DC in on 7-01-06 for the notorious transmission shudder and the ever-present vibration at speeds from 50-70 mph.
Service mgr. advised that RF & LR wheels were out of balance, causing the vibration. Drove the truck home...vibration still there as before. Back to the drawing board.
BUT....the service mgr. advised when I got there, that the "shudder" in the transmission was "torque converter lock-up" and that it was "normal" (I was afraid he would say that). But after having the truck on the rack for 2 hours, he returned and said that Toyota had been investigating the shudder and abnormal shift patterns of the Tacomas, and were coming out with a "fix" in the next week or two. I was then asked to come into the service area and school 2 of the techs on the air intake fix that causes a loud vibration when backing up on a cold start, that I had fixed on my truck.
As I spoke with the older tech, he said that he personally owned an 06 Tacoma with the same problematic transmission, and he had just returned from a school by Toyota, and at present, they are looking at issuing a TSB regarding the transmissions. The planned fix will possibly include installing a new (different?) torque converter, flushing the transmission fluid, and possibly a re-flash to adjust the shift points of the transmission. Toyota will reportedly advise dealers of the procedures by the 14th of July.
So...for those "naysayers" that choose to criticize folks that claim to have problems with this truck, understand that there ARE some problems inherent to many of the new Tacomas, and Toyota is beginning to acknowledge such.
Now....will Toyota make things right? Time will tell.
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/41084-transmission-lag-09-updat- e.html
http://www.ttora.com/forum/showthread.php?t=131500
Seriously, I wonder if all of us should start sending emails to the local equivalen of "Turko" in our respective geographic locations? A lot of bad PR all at once CAN'T be good for a company.
Check post #214
EVERYONE call 1-888-270-9371, it will take a few minutes, but advise Toyota of the problem, have your Vin# and ask for a conformation number of your complaint.
Read my post about trading in a 3 month old vehicle and taking a 6-7k loss because I felt the safety of my family justified it.
I told them the main reason I was confirming it with them was so I could be a part of the eventual class action when it happens and that I was just lucky enough to get rid of it before I had a accident after two close calls coming into a intersection and then having the trans delay.
It will make a difference, make the call!! :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon:
Its important you save confirmation that you have put them on notice and you expect a resolution to the problem or something from them acknowledging the issue or stating it is not a issue.
Sadly someone is most likely going to be in a accident before they pull their heads out, I just hope it isn't a bad one. :lemon: :lemon: :lemon:
By the way, I have had three more phone calls in regard to my sign on my tailgate warning potential buyers of transmission issues with the Tacoma. So far, that is four people who have thanked me for the information and stated they probably would not buy the truck now. Take that Toyota!
I bought a Toyota because I was sold on their quality and reputation. I am very disappointed and let down. Like you, I complained to my dealer when I took it in for the 5,000 mile service and was told there was nothing wrong.
Have you had any satisfaction to this point? I called Toyota yesterday and they are supposed to get back with me but I am expecting the same old brushoff.
I live near Columbia, Mo. and would appreciate keeping in touch. If you want to e-mail directly mine is gsprick@centurytel.net. Thanks.
The only resolution I can see it trading the stupid truck on a Nissan, but as it works out Nissan has no LE inventory in the SouthEast region to trade it on. I have been waiting since March and I am still waiting to replace the POS with a Frontier LE.
After 3 trips to the dealer, talking with the Toyota rep.. and many emails - it's clear we have no other resolution. Sorry - I feel your pain brother.
Ben
National Customer Relations
19001 Southwestern Avenue
Dept. W C 11
Torrance, Ca. 90509
I am a state court judge in Missouri and am familiar with a lot of plaintiffs law firms. I realize that class action lawsuits generally do little or nothing for the customer but it might be the only thing Toyota understands. Unfortunately, the plaintiff attys are generally not interested unless somebody actually gets hurt due to the condition.If anyone has knowledge of anyone who has sustained some type of monetary damage due to this they should post the info.
Gary
He believes that it is not a mechanical problem but is instead a software problem with one of the computers that relays instructions to the transmission. For some reason it is "confused" and not properly relaying those instructions thereby causing the transmission to hesitate and jerk. He thinks that it will require a software patch to fix if Toyota does ultimately acknowledge the problem.
He did say that they could try to "wipe it clean and reset it"(I am paraphrasing) the next time I brought it in for service to see if that might help but truthfully was dubious that it would. You might want to ask your dealer to do the same.
The bottom line here is that everyone who has this problem should document it in writing with Toyota and send a copy to your dealer. Only by creating pressure on Toyota will the problem be solved.
I do want to say that I received a prompt and I believe honest response from my dealer which I appreciated and it made me feel better about the situation.
Gary Sprick
I found out Toyota did some big changes to the drive-train for 2009, they added the downhill assist control and computer changes that leads to shifting problems, High revs at low speeds, downshifting hard and not shifting at times.
My truck now has only 5800 easy miles NO off road miles. I had my truck into the dealer for service and questioned the dealer, They said no one else complained about this, which is bull S***. My truck checked out fine per the dealer. It works as intended by the manufactor.....I'm going to try to get in touch with an engineer from Toyota...not sure how..??? Keep us posted with your 2010...
perfectly. Does anyone know if there are any problems with the standard transmissions? It seems most of these posts have to do with automatics. I should
have done more research, but the toyota trucks I've owned have been outstanding.
I really love the truck features even though it's just the basic model 4x4. I'm really worried now. Please let me know what I should be looking for in the way of problems.
Have had my 95 tacoma 4x4 manual for 15 years and almost 200k miles. Shes been good, but now im about to get the 2010. Love driving a manual though.
Dont really need the 4x4, so hearing all this problematic transmission stuff is freakin me out, since thats my only option.
Come on Toyota Reps, you should be reading this and stepping up. Had leaf springs (squeaking) issues with my 95, but they kept on it and fessed up eventually by fixing it. This happened rather quick. So whats the deal, we are almost a year out?