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 · Service Brakes · Suspension
I have a 2005 toyota tundra, which has the entire frame all rusted. I already replaced all brake lines and differential because of the rust. The mechanic said it is rusted so bad that it could fall apart. There was a limited campaign for a recall on our tundra and the spray was done in 2015. Obviously it didn't take because of all the continuous issues we are having. I called the corporate office of toyota and…
ODI 11057490
Body · Unknown Or Other
The frame of the truck was recalled for excessive rust. The dealer sprayed on a coating per the recall in 2013. The coating has all flaked off and the frame is losing chunks of rust. Toyota know about this problem but won't do anything about it once they spray the defective coating on it. The truck frame needs replaced and they won't do it. Somebody is going to be seriously injured or killed in one of these trucks…
ODI 10924335
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. The contact noticed extensive rust and corrosion near the motor mounts. The vehicle was included in a manufacturer recall, but the contact was informed that the statute had expired to receive the repair. The contact was uncertain if the vehicle would be repaired by a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and refused to repair the…
ODI 10914308
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was being inspected, it was noticed that the rear frame was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000. Updated 08/16/16*lj *cn
ODI 10870075
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. While the vehicle was stationary, the contact noticed severe corrosion on the rear frame of the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was diagnosed that the frame was "flaking away" due to severe corrosion. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 129,000. Updated 10/06/16*lj *js
ODI 10881414
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. The contact stated that there was severe corrosion to the subframe of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be inspected. The contact was informed that due to the severe corrosion, the vehicle could not be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
ODI 10849720
Body · Steering · Suspension
The entire frame of the truck and every component directly in contact with it including the suspension is and has been oxidizing/rusting/rotting off in layers some fragments of rust scale falling off measure 1/8" in thickness i contacted toyota of north america knowing about the recalls on the toyota tacoma model trucks with alot of detailed photos they said basically too bad. Ive kept the undercarriage clean even…
ODI 11000779
Body
I went to a certified toyota dealer for an oil change few days ago and they notified me about the massive corrosion on the frame that do not reflect the age or the overall condition of my vehicle. They strongly recommend me to stop driving the vehicle immediately due to the high degree of damage on the entire body. I just bought this vehicle from grieco mazda of delray beach on 10/13/15. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10783582
Body · Steering
January 28th (2014) i was into york's toyota for diagnosis of a check engine light and rough idle problem. The clerk at york's toyota advised me of (2) recalls on my pickup truck (ball joint & spray frame) and said "we will call you to schedule when to have these completed at no cost to you". February 6th while driving southbound on interstate 95 at the posted speed of 75mph in sherman maine the front driver's side…
Crash reported
ODI 10565700
Body
I brought my truck in on july 13th 2015 to have the frame inspection done by hurlburt toyota in epping nh. They determined that my frame passed inspection and wanted me to bring it back to have crc done. I expressed my concern about the condition of my frame when i dropped it off and handed the service rep two pieces of metal that had basically fallen off in my hand. I was told not to worry and that they would look…
ODI 10760092
Body · Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
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
Fire reported
ODI 10486745