Do NOT Buy Toyota's All Season Rubber Mats

Rock Slide · 10-17-2008, 10:41 AM

EDIT 12-14-08: I purchased a new set of liners. For photos, check pg 2 of this thread.

Like others, I assumed Toyota's All Season Rubberized Mats would last forever. Toyota does has the reputation for making quality vehicles, thus I assumed that quality trickled down to these mats. I guess that's what I get for assuming...

Long Rant:

After just 2 years of normal use, my driver's side mat has developed 2 very large tears that go all the way through the mat! I know this is not that big a deal to most, but these mats are too expensive to be deteriorating this quick (I've seen dealers sell these mats for $80 - $100+). I make it a habit to only purchase quality parts for my toyota, thus the reason why this pisses me off as it does:

To confirm if this phenomenon has happened to more people than just me, I searched and found that it IS in fact a common problem. There were a few old posts I found where a few members stated the exact same problem (I'm now experiencing) happened to them. Granted, they did not dedicate an entire thread to it as I am now, but nonetheless, the info's out there. Here's a few quotes:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparman

I've had the Toyota Mats for 2 years - same problem as mentioned earlier - splitting btwn the ribs.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4x4Yota

I had some in my Tacoma. They are made of thick rubber and the drivers side has a hole for the hook which is nice. The problem with mine is they ripped in between the ribs letting water seep through to the carpet. Not sure how long they lasted before that happened.

Quote:

Originally Posted by humanoid

These mats suck.... I had some in my rig about a year ago and they started to rip only after a few months. I can't remember if it was here or on the TTORA board that others also had the same problem.

My passenger side mat and rear mats are still in okay shape. However, that's simply b/c they are not getting the use my driver side mat is. Now I average 20K miles a year...thus this driver side mat has only lasted me 2yrs! That may be good for some, but I'm going to start reseaching into some alternatives.

IMO, the 2 major alternatives available today are Husky and WeatherTech Liners. Of the reviews I've read on the net, half like the Husky's, the others prefer the WeatherTechs. Guess it just comes down to personal preference. I've seen Husky's first hand and while they do get the job done, I'm just not that overall impressed with how their overall design. Therefore, I'm leaning towards the WeatherTechs instead.

In any event, had I done my research before I purchased these oem mats, I would have never purchased them to begin with. Too bad Toyota did not design their mats to last like they designed their 3.4L engines!

Long Rant Over.

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Toyvana · 10-17-2008, 10:55 AM

I love my Husky Liners. Full sets in both my Pick-Up and 4Runner for years.

mrtejman · 10-17-2008, 10:58 AM

Costco Floormats! ~$25

**waskillywabbit** · 10-17-2008, 11:20 AM

Husky liners rule!

First mod in any new vehicle, period.

awareness · 10-17-2008, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toyvana

I love my Husky Liners. Full sets in both my Pick-Up and 4Runner for years.

I've been wanting a set of these myself, was wondering about fit.

X-AWDriver · 10-17-2008, 11:29 AM

I've had mine for 4 years and cleaned up they still look new and have zero cracks or tears but Huskys will be coming soon sine I need a bit better protection form snow and slush.

MadCityRich · 10-17-2008, 11:39 AM

I like the Weathertechs. I got some just before last winter. They fit pretty well, but my favorite feature is that they hold any snow/salt/dirt/sand without it getting around to the carpeting. My old rubber mats were holding up just fine, but they tended shed crud onto the carpet. I super paranoid about salty water soaking into the carpet and getting into the floorboards from the inside. Weathertechs seemed to be a very good solution.

Mine aren't all that old, but they appear to be holding up just fine. It's very tough plastic, so not like a rubber compound. The fit is nearly perfect, but there is some minor warp near the door sill where the floor mat rises up slightly. I got over the warp pretty quick. Seems like the warp may have been a packaging issue and that it's getting a little better over time. Again, this is a minor OCD issue.

I'm probably going to buy a set for my wife's Subaru and I may get a set to fit for the back seats. I like Weathertechs.

MadCityRich

toyNG · 10-17-2008, 11:39 AM

that's weird, especially for a Toyota product. My dad has had the Toyota rubber mats in his Land Cruiser for almost 9 years and they still look great. They look more like the ones posted by X-AWDriver than those posted by the OP. Maybe the quality has recently gone down.

MillerPKA · 10-17-2008, 12:01 PM

only you would do this bill. but i think its a good idea to have this posted and documented woohoo!

Belize Off Road Team · 10-17-2008, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toyvana

I love my Husky Liners. Full sets in both my Pick-Up and 4Runner for years.

i agree, 4 years i have had mine and they have saved my rug countless times from oil to water to mud. they are starting to wear a bit where my right foot sits all the time.

Tacoclimber · 10-17-2008, 12:17 PM

I dropped $25 at WallyWorld for a set of the all-weather heavy duties just about three years ago, and when I clean them, they practically look new. My truck is wheeled fairly regularly, is used as the family vehicle most of the time, and is used as a work truck in it's spare time. In other words, I'm hard on my mats. It's the best $25 bucks I ever spent at Wal-Mart. And to think, the day I bought them, I had only gone in to get some toothpaste!

Jay204 · 10-17-2008, 12:53 PM

Just spend 130$ and get some Husky Liner. ENOUGH SAID!

http://www.huskyliners.com/floorliners.html

Rock Slide · 10-17-2008, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by X-AWDriver

I've had mine for 4 years and cleaned up they still look new and have zero cracks or tears but Huskys will be coming soon sine I need a bit better protection form snow and slush.

Quote:

Originally Posted by toyNG

that's weird, especially for a Toyota product. My dad has had the Toyota rubber mats in his Land Cruiser for almost 9 years and they still look great. They look more like the ones posted by X-AWDriver than those posted by the OP. Maybe the quality has recently gone down.

The quality has gone down IMO. Yeah, mine are completely different than the ones X-AWDriver has. X, glad to hear yours are standing the test of time! Wish mine did the same...

Quote:

Originally Posted by MillerPKA

only you would do this bill. but i think its a good idea to have this posted and documented woohoo!

What can I say, I'm anal about stuff like this. Plus it's Friday and I'm bored at work. Trying to find something to pass the time with.

Rock Slide · 10-17-2008, 01:23 PM

Like I said, I'm "leaning" towards the weathertechs, but if any of you Husky owners want to share pics of yours, by all means post them up. You may change my mind.

For that matter, you weathertech guys, post pics of yours too. I'd like to see some more photos of them too.

Jay204 · 10-17-2008, 01:37 PM

4Runner husky liners.

At work till late...best 4Runner pics I could find.

They work awesome!!

unitofstuff · 10-17-2008, 01:46 PM

I've grown up with Weathertech floormats (not the liners), and have some in my 4Runner now. I wish they had a bit more height around the outside just to ensure nothing escapes off the edges onto the carpet, but the liners would probably take care of that.

My mom had a set of them in her car for about a decade, no rips, fading, wear, anything. You definitely get your money's worth.

2000t4rAKS · 10-17-2008, 01:46 PM

With the winter season coming up and with a bunch of snowboarding trips... I will be purchasing the WeatherTechs very soon.

BT17R · 10-17-2008, 01:58 PM

Toyota floor mats, like many other port installed items, is spec'd by Toyota but produced by local vendors. Every few years a new vendor gets the contract but it seems like they change the formula enough to cause a difference down the road.

Not an excuse for Toyota, they should spec tighter.

Anyway, I've a set of OEM (haha) Toyota all-weather mats in an FJ and Camry. They're wearing well, protect the floor, keep the crap in the catch grooves, don't move and clean up with a hose.

pattycakes77 · 10-17-2008, 07:16 PM

i got a set of the Husky liners, they are from an older Explorer but they fit just fine and they were free. i usually put them in right before winter and take them out during spring. my carpet and mats look great, and the Husky liners have stood up to everything i've thrown at them for the last 4 years. all they need is a spray with the pressure washer at springtime and they are good as new.

5-spd for life! · 10-17-2008, 08:01 PM

I will have had my Toyota floor mats for 2 years starting this November. They exhibit no wear of any kind and are still nice and black with no tears. I am sorry to hear that yours had some serious problems. I also take mine out when they get muddy and use the soap and the tire cleaner at the car wash, so that may be prolonging their life.

Rock Slide · 10-17-2008, 08:15 PM

Trust me, I babied my mats to no end. Any time I washed the truck, they got thoroughly cleaned too.

I think it's just a defect in this particular style oem rubber mat. I know it's not just mine, as others have experienced this same issue.

Oh well, just another good reason for me to try something else out

Edit:
Just for reference, here's a picture of Darren's Husky liners: Click Me

91Toyota · 10-17-2008, 08:37 PM

What are these so called floor mats? I've got vinyl

98runner210 · 10-17-2008, 10:27 PM

My carpet ones are OEM from the dealer and they are about a year old. They have considerable wear from my right heal and most of the time they are covered by the rubber ones too. I am disapointed in the quality of the carpeted ones as well. BTW the edges are fraying too.

84RNR · 10-18-2008, 03:52 AM

I've had my Toyota all weather mats in my '03 Tacoma since I bought the truck brand new. So they are over 5 years old (bought Sep 2003) and mine have no issues. They are a little dirty (I should clean them more often), but they are still like new condition as far as wear.

rearviewmirror · 10-18-2008, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toyvana

I love my Husky Liners. Full sets in both my Pick-Up and 4Runner for years.

OEM > aftermarket EXCEPT when it comes to floor mats. Husky Liners are the best!

10-17-2008, 10:58 AM	#3 (permalink)
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X-AWDriver Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Littleton,CO Posts: 10,176	I've had mine for 4 years and cleaned up they still look new and have zero cracks or tears but Huskys will be coming soon sine I need a bit better protection form snow and slush. __________________ '99 4Runner Highlander 4wd E-locker,rear diff and deckplate mod * 265/75/16 Nitto TerraGrapplers * Yakima Load Warrior rack * clear corners/signals * Tacoma skidplate * Silverstar lamps/fogs Alpine CDA-9831,Bazooka EL Series 250w amp,MTX 10" sub

10-17-2008, 11:39 AM	#7 (permalink)
MadCityRich Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 198	I like the Weathertechs. I got some just before last winter. They fit pretty well, but my favorite feature is that they hold any snow/salt/dirt/sand without it getting around to the carpeting. My old rubber mats were holding up just fine, but they tended shed crud onto the carpet. I super paranoid about salty water soaking into the carpet and getting into the floorboards from the inside. Weathertechs seemed to be a very good solution. Mine aren't all that old, but they appear to be holding up just fine. It's very tough plastic, so not like a rubber compound. The fit is nearly perfect, but there is some minor warp near the door sill where the floor mat rises up slightly. I got over the warp pretty quick. Seems like the warp may have been a packaging issue and that it's getting a little better over time. Again, this is a minor OCD issue. I'm probably going to buy a set for my wife's Subaru and I may get a set to fit for the back seats. I like Weathertechs. MadCityRich __________________ Alright, when I say your name, you say 'here.' And we will assume 'here' is short for 'here I am...rock you like a hurricane. -Ignignokt

10-17-2008, 11:39 AM	#8 (permalink)
toyNG Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Redlands, CA Posts: 563	that's weird, especially for a Toyota product. My dad has had the Toyota rubber mats in his Land Cruiser for almost 9 years and they still look great. They look more like the ones posted by X-AWDriver than those posted by the OP. Maybe the quality has recently gone down. __________________ 1986 pickup 4x4 SR5, 5-spd, 33x10.5 BFG KM1 muds, 2" body lift, front and rear lockrights, 4.88s, 4.7 t-case with Dave'z twin stick, BudBuilt crossmember with 1" drivetrain lift, Downey grille guard and skid plate, TG sliders Still needed: rear bumper (Marlin, TG, or Dave'z) Last edited by toyNG; 10-17-2008 at 11:41 AM.

10-17-2008, 10:55 AM	#2 (permalink)
Toyvana Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Godfrey, Illinois Posts: 928	I love my Husky Liners. Full sets in both my Pick-Up and 4Runner for years.

10-17-2008, 12:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
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Tacoclimber Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Between a rock and a hard place, AZ Posts: 3,713	I dropped $25 at WallyWorld for a set of the all-weather heavy duties just about three years ago, and when I clean them, they practically look new. My truck is wheeled fairly regularly, is used as the family vehicle most of the time, and is used as a work truck in it's spare time. In other words, I'm hard on my mats. It's the best $25 bucks I ever spent at Wal-Mart. And to think, the day I bought them, I had only gone in to get some toothpaste! __________________ CJ ...<>< 03 DC TRD Tacoma 4wd with a bunch of junk. SOLD 1964 Chevy Biscayne, 230 I6, lowered, satin black, old-school legit. Just wheel the stupid thing!!! But do it responsibly, ok? My band: Road Worn Saints

10-17-2008, 12:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
Jay204 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada Posts: 280	Just spend 130$ and get some Husky Liner. ENOUGH SAID! http://www.huskyliners.com/floorliners.html __________________ 2000 4Runner SR5 4x4 197k CONVERTED to LIMITED 30000K HID Phillips Powder Coated Rims BFG A/T KO rear-diff lock 4:30 Volant CAI Xenon Sport Flares JVC KW-AVX810 DVD 1x12inch Alpine-R 1500w CY-PA2003U 1200w SS 1.2 coming SOON!

10-17-2008, 01:23 PM	#14 (permalink)
Rock Slide Contributing Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: B'ham, AL... 2002 4Runner Sport 4WD Posts: 2,046	Like I said, I'm "leaning" towards the weathertechs, but if any of you Husky owners want to share pics of yours, by all means post them up. You may change my mind. For that matter, you weathertech guys, post pics of yours too. I'd like to see some more photos of them too. __________________ 2002 4Runner Sport 4WD My 4Runner Profile Accessories: SS 7.1 Lift Kit, WabFab 1" BL, TJM T15, Stubb Sliders, FX/TSX HID Projector Retrofit, 1st Gen Rollbar, Tundra Brake Upgrade, Hilux Surf Field Monitor, TRD Ivan Stewart Wheels, Nitto TG 265/75s, WeatherTechs, Hella HID 4000s, LED Tail Lights, JBL Speakers Mods: Disabled DRLs, Disabled Keyless Entry Chirp, Disabled VTRAC/VSC/ABS, Fog Light Mod, Air Elbow Mod & Rear Diff Breather Mod *"Why fix a Jeep, when you can drive a Toyota?"*

10-17-2008, 01:37 PM	#15 (permalink)
Jay204 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada Posts: 280	4Runner husky liners. At work till late...best 4Runner pics I could find. They work awesome!! __________________ 2000 4Runner SR5 4x4 197k CONVERTED to LIMITED 30000K HID Phillips Powder Coated Rims BFG A/T KO rear-diff lock 4:30 Volant CAI Xenon Sport Flares JVC KW-AVX810 DVD 1x12inch Alpine-R 1500w CY-PA2003U 1200w SS 1.2 coming SOON!

10-17-2008, 01:46 PM	#16 (permalink)
unitofstuff Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SLC/PGH Posts: 103	I've grown up with Weathertech floormats (not the liners), and have some in my 4Runner now. I wish they had a bit more height around the outside just to ensure nothing escapes off the edges onto the carpet, but the liners would probably take care of that. My mom had a set of them in her car for about a decade, no rips, fading, wear, anything. You definitely get your money's worth.

10-17-2008, 01:46 PM	#17 (permalink)
2000t4rAKS Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 292	With the winter season coming up and with a bunch of snowboarding trips... I will be purchasing the WeatherTechs very soon. __________________ 2000 4Runner Limited 4x4 Kenwood DNX7100 HU Alpine SPR-17S Component Speakers

10-17-2008, 01:58 PM	#18 (permalink)
BT17R Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Da Gorge, Oregon Posts: 5,673	Toyota floor mats, like many other port installed items, is spec'd by Toyota but produced by local vendors. Every few years a new vendor gets the contract but it seems like they change the formula enough to cause a difference down the road. Not an excuse for Toyota, they should spec tighter. Anyway, I've a set of OEM (haha) Toyota all-weather mats in an FJ and Camry. They're wearing well, protect the floor, keep the crap in the catch grooves, don't move and clean up with a hose. __________________ '07 FJ Cruiser TRD SE 6M/T

10-17-2008, 07:16 PM	#19 (permalink)
pattycakes77 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,085	i got a set of the Husky liners, they are from an older Explorer but they fit just fine and they were free. i usually put them in right before winter and take them out during spring. my carpet and mats look great, and the Husky liners have stood up to everything i've thrown at them for the last 4 years. all they need is a spray with the pressure washer at springtime and they are good as new. __________________ The PATYWGN: 1998 4Runner Desert Dune Pearl. PATYWGN show-off thread Sport Hood FAQ

10-17-2008, 08:01 PM	#20 (permalink)
5-spd for life! Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Raytown, MO and Pittsburg, KS Posts: 124	I will have had my Toyota floor mats for 2 years starting this November. They exhibit no wear of any kind and are still nice and black with no tears. I am sorry to hear that yours had some serious problems. I also take mine out when they get muddy and use the soap and the tire cleaner at the car wash, so that may be prolonging their life. __________________ 00 SR5 with plenty of bedliner,flowmaster offroad 40 pipe,engine mods,breathers relocated, TJM T-13, Armorology tire carrier, bushwacker flares, trailgear sliders, optima yellow top... Just keeps going!---Soon to become a SAC!

10-17-2008, 08:15 PM	#21 (permalink)
Rock Slide Contributing Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: B'ham, AL... 2002 4Runner Sport 4WD Posts: 2,046	Trust me, I babied my mats to no end. Any time I washed the truck, they got thoroughly cleaned too. I think it's just a defect in this particular style oem rubber mat. I know it's not just mine, as others have experienced this same issue. Oh well, just another good reason for me to try something else out Edit: Just for reference, here's a picture of Darren's Husky liners: Click Me __________________ 2002 4Runner Sport 4WD My 4Runner Profile Accessories: SS 7.1 Lift Kit, WabFab 1" BL, TJM T15, Stubb Sliders, FX/TSX HID Projector Retrofit, 1st Gen Rollbar, Tundra Brake Upgrade, Hilux Surf Field Monitor, TRD Ivan Stewart Wheels, Nitto TG 265/75s, WeatherTechs, Hella HID 4000s, LED Tail Lights, JBL Speakers Mods: Disabled DRLs, Disabled Keyless Entry Chirp, Disabled VTRAC/VSC/ABS, Fog Light Mod, Air Elbow Mod & Rear Diff Breather Mod *"Why fix a Jeep, when you can drive a Toyota?"* Last edited by Rock Slide; 10-17-2008 at 10:32 PM.

10-17-2008, 10:27 PM	#23 (permalink)
98runner210 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 780	My carpet ones are OEM from the dealer and they are about a year old. They have considerable wear from my right heal and most of the time they are covered by the rubber ones too. I am disapointed in the quality of the carpeted ones as well. BTW the edges are fraying too. __________________ '98 4Runner Limited White w/ silver flares

10-18-2008, 03:52 AM	#24 (permalink)
84RNR Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 152	I've had my Toyota all weather mats in my '03 Tacoma since I bought the truck brand new. So they are over 5 years old (bought Sep 2003) and mine have no issues. They are a little dirty (I should clean them more often), but they are still like new condition as far as wear. __________________ 84 4runner SR5, 5" suspension lift, 35" BFG's, 5spd 03 Tacoma Dbl Cab SR5, TRD Off-Road Package w/ E-Locker, Revo's

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