2005 Toyota Tundra Body Problems
- 36
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 36 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- frame rusted · 8 records
- failure mileage · 5 records
- notified failure · 4 records
- severe corrosion · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 16 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
Main frame of the 2005 tundra is rotten from rust and a chunk of the frame has fallen out. See picture. I contacted local toyota dealer and they said there is nothing they can do as recall has expired and toyota corporate will not do absolutely nothing. This tundra was supposed to be sprayed in 2014 as part of the "fix" but the frame is rusting and rotting apart. More signs of rots are visible on the frame.
ODI 11297878
Body · Engine · Power Train
I own a 2005 toyota tundra with just 60,000 miles. In 2014 toyota was allowed to put a band-aid on a problem that needed a tourniquet - applying a rust converter coating to a frame that, because of their failure to manufacturer it properly, deserved replacing. I was told by toyota (case number [xxx]) that because the previous owner took the band-aid they were no longer liable until the government forced them via…
ODI 11289509
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. The contact experienced issues with the vehicle's frame ever since it was purchased. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance who stated that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to prime toyota ([redacted], saco, me 04072, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
ODI 11288820
Body
I went to have my 2005 toyota tundra inspected and it failed due to frame corrosion causing fracture and splintering of the frame supports. The frame of my 2005 toyota tundra has rusted through at 4 points, fracturing and splintering at 3 of the points of failure. The vehicle can not pass the virginia inspection and is now undriveable. It is not save to haul or tow anything, the two main functions of my truck.
ODI 11287912
Body
Frame is rusting , and will not pass pa state inspection.
ODI 11268193
Body · Suspension
Frame has prematurely rusted resulting in the sway bar mounting bracket to break off. Frame is close to complete failure which would result in fuel and brake lines severing with catastrophic result.
ODI 11254166
Body
While driving truck on public road, i heard a loud pop sound. Pulled off the road and looked under the truck and looked like the spare tire was loose. Removed the spare tire and placed in the bed of the truck and further inspected the rear cross member. It appeared to be cracked. Called toyota dealership to have truck frame inspected specifically the rear cross member. I have attached the work order from hickory…
ODI 11244824
Body
During annual inspection on july 19, 2019, rust holes found in the frame. One hole was almost 2 inches in diameter. Additional perforations found near the leaf spring area. Vehicle was subject to lsc in 2014 and treated with crc compound. This just appears to have delayed the onset of the frame cancer. Toyota was notified. No support from them - they are saying it is my problem.
ODI 11233561
Body
Sept 2014 my trucks frame was recalled for the rust problem. The frame was scaled and sprayed. Mileage 134,500. 6/2018 with mileage 164,301 dealer advises me frame is getting rusty! I said you scaled and coated it in 2014 isn't it warranted? There answer was that ended last month. Now it's a year later june 2019 it only has 171,000 and only 36,500 miles since the frame was coated. The toyota dealer failed the nh…
ODI 11218618
Body
I have only owned this truck for about 6 months now. Took my truck to my mechanic to get some brake work done. When he pulled the tire off of the front passenger side he noticed a crack in the frame. Some further investigation revealed some very bad rot on the frame and a hole about the size of two fists that somebody had tried to patch with just bondo and painted back over to hide it. It would not have been visible…
ODI 11203504
Body · Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
My 2005 toyota tundra has 217k miles and is, mechanically, in terrific shape, except the frame has rusted out on the drivers side. Structurally, it's still drivable safely, but it will no longer pass state inspection (maine, usa). Thousands of other toyota tundras of the same style and manufacturing process and similar model year have had frame recalls done for the exact same reason. I do not feel it is fair to skip…
ODI 11190433
Body
Bought the tundra in late 2014 from toyota of keene in nh. Was told frame was check and the rust prevention spray was applied, vehicle framed looked clean and had no visible rust , they couldn't provide me with any record of this . In february of 2016. I took the vehicle to grappone and had noticed some rust on the frame around the gas tank and under the drivers side. Graponne told me that the frame service was…
ODI 11176520
Body
Was pulling light duty covered uhaul trailer that was maybe 1/10 full of household items. Frame pulled apart. Was in my driveway with son in law helping guide backing up to garage.
ODI 11170912
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. The contact stated that the frame underneath the driver's side buckled when it was placed on the lift at stoltz toyota of dubois ([redacted], dubois, pa 15801, [redacted]. The dealer stated that there was a voluntary recall on the frame and advised the contact to call the manufacturer. The manufacturer stated that the voluntary recall expired in july of 2015 and they could…
ODI 11164849
Body
FRAME IS RUSTING AND BREAKING
ODI 11144789
Body · Suspension
My 2005 tundra is rotting out in the frame above the rear leaf spring front connection to the frame. Dealer has looked at it twice in the last six years said no perforations. Now in 2018 the frame is rotting and buckled. Toyota corporate says there is nothing they can do because it outside of the window of service. So now i am stuck with a truck with just over 100k miles, looked at by a toyota dealer in the past and…
ODI 11124368
Body
Good afternoon, i'm writing to report and request assistance with catastrophic frame issues on my 2005 toyota tundra. There are a number of holes in the frame and places i believe to be compromised. The truck has 96,000 miles. I have an open incident ticket with toyota but also wanted to report this issue here.
ODI 11111844
Body · Suspension
My 2005 toyota tundra was recalled for rust problems, and in 2013 the toyota dealership applied a coating to the frame which they advised would remedy the problem. On 06/01/18 i noticed i however have holes in my frame near where the suspension attaches, and the frame is not safe for operation on the road. The dealership said they are not liable, and i called toyota and they said they are not liable and no one will…
ODI 11100248
Body
Toyota has just settled a claim for frame rust for 2007-2008 tundras. I own a 2005 tundra and the frame is completely rusted and must be replaced. I don't understand why i'm having the same problems and it is not covered in the recall.
ODI 11046487
Body
The frame has rot on it and toyota has recalled years before and after mine for frame replacement but nothing for 2005
ODI 11048214
Body · Service Brakes · Steering
Major rusting of frame, rusted brake lines, rusted power steering lines. Vehicles is unsafe due to rusting.
ODI 11065273
Body
Toyota frame rust, 2005 toyota tundra recalled and "inspected" in 2014 by toyota for rust holes. Report was that none were found and toyota performed a "goodwill" spray undercoat. Please examine pictures of sway bar mount to frame as well as gapping hole in frame discovered two days ago. Toyota has an obvious frame problem and has replaced frames in 2000-2003 tundras as well as 2007-2008. Why not in 2004-2006 with…
ODI 11031803
Body
On 09/09/17 the frame rusted through causing a me to run over a curb and into a parking lot. Toyota treated the frame to prevent rust, but it did not stop it. Now it has rusted through and caused an accident. This is dangerous and almost killed us! In addition to the images i have sent, i can provide many many more!
Crash reported
ODI 11022869
Body
The breakline broke in august 2017 took it to mechanic learned that the frame was too rusted to put it on the lift to fix the brake line - learned it had been under coated by toyota june 2014. Didn't work - rusted full of holes and cracks !
ODI 11033982
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the subframe of the vehicle sustained severe rust and corrosion. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer (rochester toyota in rochester, nh) was notified, but the manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 75,000.
ODI 11021530