Trucks - Toyota may buy back
Toyota Canada has extended warranty coverage and could even buy back some trucks because of potential inadequate corrosion protection on the frames of about 10,200 older Tacoma models.
The company confirmed yesterday a “support program” was recently started for customers to extend the warranty to 15 years with no mileage limit on the 1995-2000 model year pickups.
The move came after the company received reports that a small number of trucks had shown excessive frame corrosion that caused metal perforation.
“When exposed to road salts and other environmental factors, these vehicles may develop corrosion beyond normal surface rust commonly found on metal after years of exposure,” the company said in a statement.
Toyota also said , as part of the program, the company may buy vehicles back if it finds metal perforation.
“When the condition is confirmed during the inspection process, Toyota will, at its option, repair or repurchase the vehicle,” the company said.
If it finds no rust perforation, the company will still extend the warranty to 15 years.
Toyota’s sales have grown strongly during the last decade on a reputation for durability and quality.
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