51 problems related to body have been reported for the 2005 Toyota Tundra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Toyota Tundra based on all problems reported for the 2005 Tundra.
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 (860 beaver dr, dubois, PA 15801, (814) 371-3333. 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 not assist. The contact did not receive a recall notice. The contact purchased the vehicle in 2009 from the original owner. The failure mileage was 150,000.
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 was deemed not in need of a frame replacement. Now it is in need of a frame replacement but Toyota won't honor any past recalls or inspections done by a Toyota dealer and has left it to me to deal with the rot. Very disappointed there is no help for customers in this situation from the manufacturer.
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.
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 fix the issue. The dealership had the option in 2013 to either spray or replace the frame, they sprayed mine but it was not effective and now I believe the vehicle is a hazard due to holes in the frame. I only have 118,000 miles on the truck, and it has been in my family since being brand new. I believe the frame is defective and Toyota inc. Is not assisting me with fixing the problem, they advised me I need to go talk to a body shop to see if they can weld a piece into the frame.
The frame has rot on it and Toyota has recalled years before and after mine for frame replacement but nothing for 2005.
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.
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 when the frame breaks at speed.
Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that there had been a progressing of extensive rust and corrosion near the motor mounts. The vehicle was included in a manufacturer recall but they indicated 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 failures and refused to provide the remedy repair solution. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.
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.
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.
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.
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 tried using coatings to slow the deterioration down the truck has 122,000 miles on it and was very well taken care of the problem is Toyotas poor quality steel used and improper factory coatings I purchased the truck in 2014 and I glimpsed underneath the day I bought it and thought the frame looked good then a few months go by and I go to do a tune up and I start seeing huge rust scale falling all over upon further investigation noticed the problem and how bad it was as well as the reason I didnt notice it at the dealer was they spray painted the underside black to hide the problem, I am a marine corps veteran I served 2007-2011 active duty every penny I had saved up I used to buy this truck (my first big purchase all in cash) ive put thousands into this truck already replacing suspension components and mounts and its becoming a total loss I cant sell it to a private party knowing how dangerous it can be if the wrong part finally rots all the way thru and I cant afford a new vehicle I can barely find work with the economy and personal struggles I have related to my service, I am beyond upset and I pray someone somewhere can help me I know my truck is not the only Tundra with this major problem.
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 inspected at all prior to sell it to me becuase grieco Mazda did not mention this massive corrosion while doing the business.
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 of my 2005 Toyota Tundra buckled. After pulling to side of the highway I got out of the truck and saw the front driver's side ball joint appeared to have sheered off causing damage to tie rod end, other front steering components and some front quarter panel damage. I called the maine state police which completed an accident report. York's has refused to pay for the repairs to the vehicle. My insurance refuses to pay because the cause of the accident was a recalled part. Toyota corp in California has refused to pay for all the repairs to my vehicle stating the ball joint recall was for premature wear and since my truck has 150,000miles it doesn't qualify. This is completely unacceptable. A recall was issued and Toyota is refusing to fix the recalls and the damages.
Tl -the contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the service brake light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact checked the fluid level and notice that the brake fluid was nearly depleted. The contact replenished the fluid and the light disappeared. However, when the brake pedal was depressed and sank to the floor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician diagnosed that the entire under carriage was excessively corroded and the brake lines had fractured. The manufacturer and dealer were made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 36,121. Pam.
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.