The frame has excessive corrosion. I had some suspension replaced last year and it was fine today my dealer told me there is excessive corrosion and recommends not to put any money into it. Also told me this happened quickly because if it was there last year he would have informed me then not to do the suspension work.
2005 Toyota 4RUNNER body complaints
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Upon recently driving a family member's 2005 toyota 4runner limited v8, I heard a knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle over bumps. Upon inspecting the vehicle, I discovered extensive rust on nearly every single part of the structural frame, suspension components and even exhaust system. Some parts are so badly rusted that they can be punctured by simply pushing your finger through them (including the rear frame cross member crash structure behind the rear bumper). These vehicles are rusting so terribly that I'm shocked the federal safety agency hasn't forced toyota to recall them. Yes, they're older, but the level of rust and decay is unprecedented for nearly any modern car. Toyota already had to recall all of their other body-on-frame vehicles (tacoma, tundra, sequoia, and land cruiser) to replace the frames due to rust. Why have they neglected the 4runner when it's arguably the vehicle that will likely see use off road more than all the others? The federal safety agency should force toyota to recall these cars before someone is killed. Look at any online forum as I did last night and you'll see toyota is actually being sued in a class action lawsuit for this very issue. Tons of people are sharing photos and stories of their own incidents. Someone is going to be killed when their car disintegrates as they drive down the road and they lose control of their steering, braking or if they're hit in a collision and the structural members of the car crumble like a cracker.
Swipe toyota found significant rust of my frame. Car has 142,000 miles, located in kentucky.
I have large holes in the frame of our toyota 4-runner. It appears that the frame could split or break to possibly cause an accident. The rest of the vehicle is in excellent condition. It seems that substandard materials or coating were used to cause this issue.
More than once a mechanic working on my truck said there is extensive rusting of my frame. I treated the frame two years ago with rust inhibitor and 3m undercoating. That was the second time I undercoated my truck. I know toyota had a recall for the for rusted frames, the settlement covered tacoma trucks from the model years 2005 through 2010, sequoias from 2005 through 2008, and tundras from the 2007 and 2008 model years but they excluded 4runners. There seems to really be an issue with the materials used. I am worried the frame will break beyond repair since there is no good metal to weld to.
Frame is rusted thru on both front sides where the control arms attach
Excessive frame rust and underbody rust. Most weld points and frame assembly is degrading from rust. Transmission coolant lines have cracked and leaked.
Excessive underbody rust, rusting frame joints, and rotting frame members from the inside out.
I I was informed by the tech at checkered flag toyota in virginia beach , virginia that the frame on my 2005 toyota 4runner sport has a frame that is failing and may present a driving hazard if I continue to drive it . Their # is (757) 716-5502.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that years ago, an independent mechanic discovered severe corrosion on the undercarriage of the vehicle. The contact recently had a fuel leak failure which she linked to the corrosion on the vehicle. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. *ln
We recently purchased this vehicle from a private sale and when the mechanic looked at it there is a severe amount of rust making it unsafe to drive. This is not "normal" rust and we do not want our 16 yr old driving something that could break at anytime. I believe that this vehicle falls into the lawsuit category, for unreasonable rusting. Toyota should have to fix a frame, regardless of age, if they put bad parts on it and the rusting isn't always detected in the earlier life of the vehicle until it becomes "unsafe".
2005 4runner in really good shape except for frame rust. This car would easily have gone another 100k with a strong drivetrain and interior in great shape. Was brought in to dealer for maintenance and when the tech put it on the lift he saw the rust damage. Called and explained the issue and suggested this was not safe for the road. This could have been a catastrophic accident if by chance it was not at the dealer. Rust is serious enough to have frame break and loss of control of vehicle. So I go from a reliable great vehicle to a piece of junk that can't be driven. This issue should definitely be covered and repair by toyota, as toyota is famous for rust issues!!! There's no question the frame was not coated properly. Rust this severe for a 2005 year car is not acceptable. Toyota should stand behind their product and fix this car.
In november 2011, nissan recalled my pathfinder due to rust corrosion that could cause the front suspension to collapse. Nissan bought back my pathfinder, and I used the money to purchase my 2005 4runner. I have discovered that my 4runner has a corrosion issue as well. I have also discovered that toyota knew or should have known about the corrosion issue with its 2005 4runners at the time I purchased mine in november 2011, yet I was not notified about the issue at the time of purchase from the toyota dealership or at anytime since I've owned the vehicle. I will not be driving my 4runner, as it poses a serious safety risk. Is there a particular reason why the federal safety agency is taking so long with its current investigation concerning complaints of frame corrosion with respect to 2005 4runners?
The amount of rust on the frame is getting quite worrisome. This is a known issue and recall with the tacoma, sequoia and tundra, so why not the 4-runner? There are holes starting to form and metal flakes off all the time. It has gotten to the point where it is a legitimate safety concern.
We just had our 2005 toyoya 4runner in for the yearly inspection and were told that it will not pass inspection next year as the frame is rusted and corroded out. We bought the vehicle used in 2017 from a local toyota dealer and when complained about it at a routine inspection was told it is normal wear and tear. We also have a 2000 lexus 300 no rust issues what so for a vehicle 5 years older. I have seen numerous complaints and even a class action lawsuit against toyota regarding rusting frame issues with the toyota 4runners 2005-2011. Our mechanic even called toyota about the frame rust and issue and was told that there is nothing they can do. Now I completely understand that a vehicle of the age and miles(141,809) will have issues that need to be fixed and replaced, but to have the frame rust out and it is not going to pass inspection the following year! That is ridiculous! We still owe on the personal loan for this vehicle! Please look into this issue!
Hi, I own a 2005 4runner and I am concerned about the heavy amount of rusting on the frame. The frame is rusty which is causing heavy flaking of the affected material. The body of the vehicle is pristine but I fear that the premature rusting of the frame will affect the ability to safely drive my 4runner in the future. I am a special education teacher with two young daughters and don't have the income to go out and replace the frame or buy a new vehicle. This 4runner is the only vehicle I own and is my daily driver. My students and their guardians depend on me to arrive safely to school everyday so there is consistency in my students' lives. I have seen many 4runners in this age range suffer from this same corrosion. I am concerned that my family will be injured in a minor accident or the vehicle's safety mechanisms failing because of frame damage. I am also concerned that I will lose my only means of transporting myself to work. I am a huge fan of toyota, especially 4runners, and want to keep mine around for a long time. Keeping toyota vehicles around for a long time is what the company was built upon.
I have rust through areas on the frame of my 2005 4runner near the catalytic converter. The frame is flaking and pealing at this level. The integrity of the frame is compromised toyota recalled tacoma and sequoia for similar issues but not 4runner I like this truck but I doesn't seem safe driving it
Vehicle is unsafe to drive due to frame corrosion,also steering going out
Frame rusting and I have rust holes in frame
Excess frame rust. Mechanic states frame has severe rust all over the entire frame and is in eminent danger of completely rusting through. Major frame repair or replacement is needed.
I heard a banging from the rear end so I brought the vehicle to my mechanic. My mechanic told me that the frame is totally corroded and is now a safety issue. I have had to take it off the road and now I am waiting to see if the recall will include my vehicle like it did with the tacoma, tundra, and sequoia same which the year of my vehicle is included.
My 4 runner has extreme frame corrosion due to poor quality. The vehicle is now suffering numerous safety issues as a result. The frame is not repairable and the vehicle is unsafe to drive. It has less than 100,000 miles. The vehicle will not pass state inspection.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. While driving 45 MPH, the rear of the vehicle was moving. The contact stated that the sway bar fractured and detached from the frame. In addition, the traction control and TPMS warning indicators were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 125,000.
My vehicle failed inspection due to a hole in the frame. My vehicle has the same frame as the tacoma trucks that have frame rot and have already been recalled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. While driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise. The vehicle was taken to dowling toyota of litchfield (451 bantam rd, litchfield, ct 06759, (860) 567-0815) where the contact was informed that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 122,000.*cw
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the frame was corroded. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to toyota of brookfield (20655 w capitol dr, brookfield, wi 53045, (262) 236-7992) where it was determined that the vehicle could not be driven. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 94,000.*dt *tr*dt *tr*dt consumer stated vehicle has been sitting by his house since it was determined it could not be driven.*jb*ln
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a grinding metal noise. The contact coasted the vehicle over to the side of the road and noticed that the entire frame was corroded. The contact stated that the front bumper frame rusted out and the rear passenger side frame suspension mount was corroded through and detached. The contact stated that the rear driver's side frame suspension mount was heavily corroded, but was ok for the time being. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 183,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the frame was rusted and pieces were falling off of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called route 22 toyota (located at 109 us-22, hillside, nj 07205, (855) 691-0898) and informed them of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 200,000.
Corroded and rusty frames on most of these year toyota 4runners, including mine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. When the contact took the vehicle to ourisman chantilly toyota (4135 auto park cir, chantilly, va 20151, 703‑832‑4827) to be serviced, the mechanic stated that the frame had extensive rust damage. Due to the extensive rust, a hole formed in the frame. The contact was informed that the vehicle was dangerous to operate. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 160,000.
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