In Canada, all Limited models include running boards. Apparently, starting some time in 21 and due to supply chain issues, board kits were no longer available so Toyota shipped finished vehicles without them under the promise that when the board kits were available, the dealer would install them. My Limited was ordered last October and dropped this April. The dealer has no idea when they can expect board kits as some are still waiting for them since last year.
Has anyone taken delivery of a Limited with boards or received a board kit after taking delivery? Thanks.
If you don't want to wait, usually people give away the running boards for free or next to nothing. Probably a better route than waiting on the dealer or Toyota.
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man, I had my running boards sitting in my garage loft for a long time. I would have given them to you for free but I got rid of them this april. honestly see if you really need them. if you have mobility issues or are carrying passengers that have issues getting into the vehicle then ok maybe makes sense to get them. if you want to use your rig as an adventure vehicle and hit some trails they will just get in the way
I like the look of no running boards - nice and clean
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It looks 100x better without running boards. Limited running boards are way too low and look like afterthought.
the running boards on the limited are also not very useful. there is not much stepping space and you need to put your foot in an awkward position to really get a good grip. forget it with winter boots on. they are OK and will work for kids but I never really found them useful
I use the little step behind the second row seat and the rear tire to get the the roof. or just stand on the back bumper
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In Canada, all Limited models include running boards. Apparently, starting some time in 21 and due to supply chain issues, board kits were no longer available so Toyota shipped finished vehicles without them under the promise that when the board kits were available, the dealer would install them. My Limited was ordered last October and dropped this April. The dealer has no idea when they can expect board kits as some are still waiting for them since last year.
Has anyone taken delivery of a Limited with boards or received a board kit after taking delivery? Thanks.
A similar situation occurred a couple years ago concerning the TRD skid plate. Because the skid plate was in short supply, Toyota put a hold on sales so they could keep the ones they had for production vehicles. I had to wait several months before I could get one for my SR5.
Ya, I'd contact Toyota and tell them its not an option, it was a marketed item for the vehicle when you bought it. I would imagine the law is pretty clear (even in Canada) and could be considered a bait and switch. Again, the vehicle was marketed with X, Y and Z and the expectation of having them is real and the amount of time to fulfill their obligation has been too long... unless you signed a document agreeing to wait, which I am pretty confident you didnt. Either credit you the OEM price for the boards, find you a set of boards or take the vehicle back.
I hate the running boards on my 21 ORP. They are always dirty and water/mud just seems to sit on them making them even more dirty all the time plus slippery.
I would just see if the dealer could refund the cost of the running boards and then put that money into some nerf bars or rock sliders.
IMO, I think your limited looks great without them. Nice clean look, I want to remove the stock ones on the wifes SR5 but she likes using them. Im gonna look aftermarket when have a little extra $$$$ around.
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Ya, I'd contact Toyota and tell them its not an option, it was a marketed item for the vehicle when you bought it. I would imagine the law is pretty clear (even in Canada) and could be considered a bait and switch. Again, the vehicle was marketed with X, Y and Z and the expectation of having them is real and the amount of time to fulfill their obligation has been too long... unless you signed a document agreeing to wait, which I am pretty confident you didnt. Either credit you the OEM price for the boards, find you a set of boards or take the vehicle back.
internet lawyers are almost as silly as internet tough guys (see 2019 stolen ord thread).
Ya, I'd contact Toyota and tell them its not an option, it was a marketed item for the vehicle when you bought it. I would imagine the law is pretty clear (even in Canada) and could be considered a bait and switch. Again, the vehicle was marketed with X, Y and Z and the expectation of having them is real and the amount of time to fulfill their obligation has been too long... unless you signed a document agreeing to wait, which I am pretty confident you didnt. Either credit you the OEM price for the boards, find you a set of boards or take the vehicle back.
I'd ask the source of your confidence, as this is exactly what Ford and Chevy are doing for their units. They're putting in writing that the vehicle you're buying is optioned for heated seats or start/stop tech or whatever, and will be retrofitted by the dealer for no additional cost when the necessary components become available. I would be shocked if the TS took delivery of the vehicle knowing the boards weren't on there and DIDN'T get signed documentation of the remedy. What kind of moron says "yeah i'll trust the dealership to just do the right thing in a timely manner"?
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