2005 Toyota Tundra Problems

The frame is so rusted in my truck my mechanic said it may snap at anytime and is not safe to drive. I know Toyota tundra’s from 2000-2003 have been recalled for same reason.

This report addresses the critical structural integrity concerns related to excessive corrosion, and frame material loss affecting the main ladder frame chassis. The degradation of the frame members poses a significant and immediate safety risk, including potential catastrophic structural failure, detachment of critical components, and failure of safety systems (e.g., braking and fuel lines) mounted to the frame. Location: Mid-frame section (beneath the cab) and rear sections (near the leaf spring mounts and rear axle).

Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact had notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V741000 (Air Bags) however, the contact was unable to take the vehicle to a local dealer for the recall repair. The contact made a local dealer aware of the issue and was informed that they were unable to provide a field technician or towing assistance and the contact was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s side air bag was inadvertently deployed without warning. There was no impact to the vehicle to cause the driver’s side air bag to deploy. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the manufacturer sent a field technician to inspect the vehicle. The contact was not made aware of the diagnosis. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the hot weather conditions caused the air bag to deploy. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

This report addresses the critical structural integrity concerns related to excessive corrosion, and frame material loss affecting the main ladder frame chassis. The degradation of the frame members poses a significant and immediate safety risk, including potential catastrophic structural failure, detachment of critical components, and failure of safety systems (e.g., braking and fuel lines) mounted to the frame. Location: Mid-frame section (beneath the cab) and rear sections (near the leaf spring mounts and rear axle).

Frame is rusted beyond repair both in the front and rear of the truck. fuel tank strap is rusted threw and fuel tank is hanging by one strap and not far from the ground.

The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop and crashed into the vehicle ahead. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the air bags did deploy. The contact sustained injuries to his back, neck, right shoulder, and right clavicle. The other driver sustained injuries to his back and neck. The contact sought medical attention from a physical therapist but was unaware if the other driver sought medical attention. A police report was filed. The contact was able to park on the side of the road but then towed the vehicle to his residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 266,313.

I dont know exactly is the front ball joint or something else but something happen when run and stop the tundra, all the time hear a noise how to something is broke

Suddenly unintended acceleration has happened multiple times with the brake depressed and the accelerator pedal not depressed.

AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50+ THE REAR END CONSTANTLY RUMBLES AND SHAKES THE WHOLE TRUCK. AND WHEN PRESSING THE BREAK IT DOES AS WELL. SEAT BELT LOCKS WHEN TRYING TO PUT IT ON. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T WORK. WHINING AND SQUEAKY NOISE IN THE REAR END. CLUNKING NOISE AT LOWER SPEEDS. ENGINE LIGHT IS ON & WON'T GO OFF. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR DOESN'T WORK. REAR END SEAL LEAK. DRIVER SIDE WINDOW FEELS LIKE IT'S GONNA FALL OUT. TRUCK IS WAY TOO LOUD AND EVERYTHING IS STOCK. AC/HEAT BEING ON MAKES LOUD NOISE.

2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA DOUBLE CAB. WHEN STATIONARY ON COLD START: VEHICLE PRODUCES A LOUD NOISE AND ADDITIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE/EXHAUST, CAUSING ADDITIONAL DANGER WHEN STARTING IN A GARAGE. WHEN IN MOTION: TRUCK OPERATES AS INTENDED UNTIL ACCELERATION IS ATTEMPTED, CAUSING A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN WHEN MERGING ONTO HIGHWAYS, DRIVING UP AN INCLINE, OR ANY OTHER DRIVING SITUATION WHERE THE GAS APPLICATION IS NECESSARY. WHEN IN MOTION: VENTING AND INTERIOR AIR CONTROLS CANNOT BE USED BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF EXHAUST THAT WILL SPILL INTO THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT IS WIDELY KNOWN TO THE TOYOTA COMMUNITY, AND TO DRIVERS OF TOYOTA TUNDRAS IN PARTICULAR. OF NOTE, THOUSANDS OF MESSAGES CAN BE EASILY ACCESSED IN THE TOYOTA MESSAGE BOARDS (TUNDRA TALK, TOYOTA NATION, TUNDRAS.COM, TUNDRA SOLUTIONS). IN ADDITION, THERE IS A SEPARATE COTTAGE INDUSTRY THAT HAS SPRUNG UP AS A RESULT, WHERE MANUFACTURERS ARE PRODUCING BYPASS KITS THAT COMPROMISE THE EXHAUST STANDARDS SET BY YOU ALL, WHERE AN ENTIRE BUSINESS MODEL HAS BEEN CREATED TO PROFIT OFF OF THESE ISSUES. ONE OF THE PRIMARY PARTIES IS HEWITT-TECH. WHEN ADVISED AT A TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, THE REPAIR QUOTE WAS $2568 OUT OF POCKET. WHEN SPEAKING TO TOYOTA CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, I WAS TOLD THEY DO NOT ANTICIPATE ADDRESSING THE ISSUE, AS IT IS NOT ENOUGH OF A PROBLEM. IN GREATER RESEARCH, IT IS APPARENT THEY ARE EITHER AWARE BUT UNWILLING TO REMEDY THE SITUATION BECAUSE A) THE SCOPE IS FAR TOO WIDESPREAD WITHIN THEIR TRUCK MARKET (EVERY TOYOTA TUNDRA IS SUBJECT TO RECALL) OR B) THE SCOPE IS TOO WIDESPREAD THROUGHOUT THEIR ENTIRE MARKETSHARE (SIMILAR PROBLEMS ARE INDICATED WITH THE COROLLA AND OTHER PASSENGER CARS). THIS IS NEGLIGENT AND DANGEROUS AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED.

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED APROX 10 YEARS AGO. THE ISSUE THAT I HAVE HAD LOOKED AT BY TOYOTA DEALERSHIP REMAINS UNRESOLVED. WHEN YOU TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF THE BRAKE IT IMMEDIATELY LUNGES FORWARD AND TRAVELS WITHOUT FOOT ON THE GAS UP TO SPEED OF 15 MPH ON FLAT LEVEL GROUND. IT IS DEFINITELY NOT SAFE. IT COULD CAUSE?AN ACCIDENT. MY BROTHER'S INSISTED THAT I HAVE IT LOOKED AT BY TOYOTA DEALERSHIP. I HAVE NOT HAD A SATISFACTORY ANSWER TO THIS ISSUE. AGAIN THE ANSWER REMAINS THERE HAS BEEN NO RECALL. COULD IT BE A TIMING CHAIN ISSUE?

It’s has come to my attention that this is an on going issue with tundra frames rusting out after being sprayed I inherited this truck from a family friend and the truck is getting to where it’s not drivable for frame issues this needs to be addressed by Toyota ASAP!!

The frame has several holes in it. Toyota said they did the corrosion prevension on it and said the repair is out of warranty. The sway bar has broken free of the frame and there are several hole and flaking spots on the frame.

Frame corrosion through out the entire frame. Recently the steering rack broke away from the frame cross member. Now every time I turn the wheel there is a popping sounds and the steering feels loose compared to what it did before the sound accord. There is also a hole in the back of the frame behind the back tire. My attached tow package ripped sections of the frame and caused crack to extend towards the front of the frame. The fuel tank straps are also severely corroded.

Ever since I got it 2 years ago the steering has not been right with random vibration from the steering wheel to feeling like im trying harder to make it go straight. And also a clunk at low speed turns/ vibration on freeway. I was told the rack was going so I replaced it with new poly bushings and tie rods. Helped a little but no, got new rims and tires and no difference still vibration on freeway. It's weird if I pull down on the steering wheel it makes it less worse. Also it feels like all this is wearing my power steering pump as it's the only thing covered in oil under my hood. I'm. Seriousy scared to drive it on the freeway cause of the over correcting and vibration. I only have 82k on it. When I got it from the dealership nothing was said. I'm the second owner.I still have the original rack but the problem is still there. Service was done by independent shop. Airbag stickers on passenger visor are gone and passenger airbag cover sticks out more the it should I think. I received the car facts from the dealership and nothing is in there for all the recalls. As the website says there are none pending. I would like to get a print out of ALL recall repairs if possible. I still have the car fax from them.

SERVICE BULLETIN P2445 FOR SECONDARY AIR INGECTION SYSTEM THEN NOTES THE FRAME IS CORROSION AND MOUNTS ARE BRAKING OFF

TUNDRA HAD ELECTRICAL FAULT IN TRANSMISSION DUE TO WIRING HARNESS CORROSION. TUNDRA WILL DROP OUR OF GEAR WHILE DRIVING AND REENGAGE VIOLENTLY. TOYOTA HAS REFUSED ANY ASSISTANCE AND I AM UNABLE TO REPAIR DUE TO NATIONAL BACKLOG ON NECESSARY PARTS. MY TUNDRA WAS PART OF THE RUST RECALL A COUPLE YEARS AGO WHICH WAS NEVER PROPERLY RECTIFIED AND I BELIEVE THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF THAT PROBLEM. TRANSMISSION ISSUE SEEMS TO OCCUR MOSTLY AT SPEEDS UP TO 45 MPH.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME RESISTANT WHEN DRIVING UPHILL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC TEST SHOWED A FAULTY TRANSMISSION SOLENOID. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.

2005 TUNDRA CREW SR5 4.7L. WHEN I COME TO A STOP - THERE IS A HEAVY BUMP (LIKE SOMEONE BUMPED THE REAR END). I HAVE YET TO TAKE IT TO DEALER - I HAVE READ OTHER COMPLAINTS TO SEE IF MY ISSUE WAS LEGITIMATE. IT SEEMS OTHERS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE. I WILL FOLLOWUP MY COMPLAINT AFTER I VISIT DEALER. *TR

Frame is rusted beyond repair both in the front and rear of the truck. fuel tank strap is rusted threw and fuel tank is hanging by one strap and not far from the ground.

Gas tank Strap rusted thru and broke. Brake lines rusted thru and leaked Differential rusted thru and leaked. Frame excessively and extensively rusted.

275/45R20 SUMITOMO HTR SPORT H/P 110H THIS TIRE BLOWOUT AT ABOUT 45 MILES PER HOUR

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA EQUIPPED WITH COOPER DISCOVERER S/T MAXX TIRES, SIZE: 265/75/16. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE DEFLATED. THE VEHICLE WENT SIDEWAYS AND ROLLED OVER. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BACK, WHILE THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED A FRACTURED ROTATOR CUFF THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT A REAR SEAT PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISES, BUT NO MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,785. THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. *TR

I HAVE BEEN HAVING THIS SCREECHING NOISE FROM THE FRONT UNDER THE HOOD NEXT TO THE TIRES. WHEN DRIVING I FELT ITS VIBRATION AND THE FRONT WHEELS WERE ABOUT TO COME OFF. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC TO LOOK AT IT AND HE TOLD ME THAT THE BOLT JOINTS ON BOTH SIDE OF THE FRONT ARE ABOUT TO COME OFF. HE TOLD ME THAT HE HAD SEEM CUSTOMERS WHEELS CAME OFF THE FREEWAYS. ON FEBRUARY 6, 2014, I HAVE THE BOLT JOINTS REPLACED IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $1,014.98. WITH THIS ISSUE, I AM VERY CONCERN WHY TOYOTA HAS NOT RECALL THIS PROBLEM. MY PROBLEM COULD HAVE BEEN WORSE IF I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND THE WHEELS COME OFF. WHO KNOWS WHAT WOULD HAVE HAD HAPPENED. ALL I WANT IS TO HAVE THIS MATTER SOLVED BY TOYOTA PAY MY SERVICE BILL. *TR

DRIVING ON 81 N (MILE MARKER 160) IN PA AT 7:10 AM WHEN FRONT PASSENGER TIRE BLOWS OUT. THIS CAUSED ME TO SWERVE ACROSS BOTH LANES COME BACK HIT THE GUARD RAIL. TRUCK FLIPS OVER ONTO GUARD RAIL, SLIDES FOR A WAYS ON GUARD RAIL, THEN ROLLS OVER AS IT DESCENDS A HILL. THE BLOWOUT WAS IN MY LANE (GAUGE IN PAVEMENT) WITHOUT ANY OBJECT IN THE ROAD. TIRE LOST PRESSURE INSTANTANEOUSLY. BOTH TOW DRIVER & INSURANCE ADJUSTER POINTED OUT TIRE AS CAUSE OF ACCIDENT. THE TIRE WAS A MICHELIN LTX M/S2 WITH 33000 MILES ON IT, BUT IT HAD A 70000 MILE WARRANTY. SHAPE & DIRECTION OF TEAR IN TIRE IS IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF THE TIRE ROTATION, SO I TAKE THIS AS ADDITIONAL EVIDENCE THAT I DIDN'T RUN OVER AN OBJECT IN THE ROAD. *TR

AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50+ THE REAR END CONSTANTLY RUMBLES AND SHAKES THE WHOLE TRUCK. AND WHEN PRESSING THE BREAK IT DOES AS WELL. SEAT BELT LOCKS WHEN TRYING TO PUT IT ON. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T WORK. WHINING AND SQUEAKY NOISE IN THE REAR END. CLUNKING NOISE AT LOWER SPEEDS. ENGINE LIGHT IS ON & WON'T GO OFF. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR DOESN'T WORK. REAR END SEAL LEAK. DRIVER SIDE WINDOW FEELS LIKE IT'S GONNA FALL OUT. TRUCK IS WAY TOO LOUD AND EVERYTHING IS STOCK. AC/HEAT BEING ON MAKES LOUD NOISE.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SEAT BELT MECHANISM NEED TO BE TORQUED TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO CONCERNED THAT THE FAILURE WAS PRESENT ON THE 2002 TOYOTA SEQUOIA MODEL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000.

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD DISPLAYED A BUBBLE AFFECT IN THE GLASS DISRUPTING HIS VISION. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED TOYOTA DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS NOT RELATED TO ANY EXISTING RECALLS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 32,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 35,000.

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COVERED THE WINDOW WITH A SLEEPING BAG AND DROVE TO HER RESIDENCE. THROUGH ONLINE RESEARCH, SHE NOTICED NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS FOR THE SAME FAILURE SHE EXPERIENCED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS; THEREFORE, THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 48,000. UPDATED 03/17/09. *LJ UPDATED 03/17/09.*JB

2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA. S10 APPROPRIATE HANDLING- LETTER TO THE SECRETARY FROM REGARDING TOYOTA PROBLEMS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE OIL PAN WAS CRACKED ON THE SIDE, THE RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY AND FAN HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WAS LOOSE, THE SPRING WAS STICKING OUT OF THE SEAT COVER. THE CONSUMER HAS SINCE SOLD THE VEHICLE. *JB

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM THE REAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE METAL SUPPORT IN THE HEAD REST CAME THROUGH THE PADDING AND HIT HIM IN THE HEAD, CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONSCIOUSNESS. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE HEAD REST HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED PER THE MANUFACTURER'S REQUEST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 113,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 115,000.

DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM BULBS OR MATERIAL TOO CLOSE TO HEAT SOURCE, HOLES WERE BURNED INTO A LENS CASING LOCATED ABOVE SLIDING GLASS WINDOW TO REAR OF DRIVER. *TR

THE CARGO/CENTER HIGH MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT HOUSING MELTED ABOVE EACH CARGO LAMP. THE PLASTIC HOUSING MELTED AND DRIPPED DOWN ON TO THE BULBS, CAUSING THE BULBS TO CRACK AND BECOME INOPERATIVE. THE FUSE PROTECTING THE CARGO LAMP CIRCUIT DID NOT BLOW, CAUSING CONCERN THAT THERE MAY BE A FIRE HAZARD. *TR