Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. While driving 50 MPH, the rear of the vehicle began to vibrate. In addition, the brake pedal was depressed and it took a longer distance to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the driveshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v604000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 79,000.
2005 Toyota Tacoma transmission complaints
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My father has an '05 tacoma sr5 v6 with the trd off-road package. His truck is a 6-speed manual. When pressing the gas pedal 1/2 way, the engine responds with a semi-violent jerk, and then goes. This scares me, as I couldn't even imagine my father going fully down on the pedal. This is very unsafe. Please fix this toyota.
My truck has been at [xxx] for 2 months to be worked on and I feel that this is not right I count on my truck. We had to [xxx] and we couldn't count on them either the transmission went out of one left us waking and we trade it in on other one because it was gone out again so the new one we just let go back because the same thing was happen to it really did messed up our credit I know you don't care about any of this but I would like my truck soon and I won't buy no more toyota and won't tell anyone else to either thank you as if you care. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The frame is rusting. There are hole starting to form.
I have 2005 tacoma 4x4 with a frame that cracked and collapsed into its self were the left motor mount is welded to the frame. The motor came to rest on the steering shaft knuckle @ the rack and pinion making it difficult to steer. I called toyota service center they told me it was the first time they had heard about this problem. Upon researching the problem on the web there are well over 200 complaints same problem. It is such a problem that a fabrication company dmz makes a gusset repair kit to repair and reinforce the frame. It's a bout a 10 hour repair. Http://dmzfab.com/product/tacoma-motor-mount-gusset-kit/. Toyota should contact them for the cure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the clutch failed to shift and caused an abnormal odor. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer replaced the clutch, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,000.
I have noticed excessive rust on the frame of my 2005 toyota tacoma and also rust hole through the frame/leaf spring mount on the right side. I did contact and send pictures to toyota customer experience center file# stating that the vehicle is out of warranty and they wont repair this unsafe condition that so many tacoma's are having. When one of these tacoma's gets into an accident with the frames compromised by the rust it will cause severe injury or death to the occupants and this has to be fixed now.
Started hearing rubbing/grinding type noise coming from front end. Inspected and found lf cv axle leaking grease, so thought the noise was coming from there. Replaced lf cv axle, and the noise did not go away. Inspected further and found drivers side frame where the motor mount bracket is welded to cracked, causing the motor to flex and the fan to rub on the fan shroud. Contacted toyota, who instructed me to get it inspected at a dealership. Took to toyota dealer, who told me there was no evidence of driver abuse, no rust, not really anything that showed why the weld had broken, but that toyota did not want to do anything due to aftermarket lift and oversized tired. Lift was already installed on vehicle when purchased at a toyota dealership. Toyota corporate told me they did not want to help because vehicle is out of factory warranty. The steering shaft is directly under the part of the motor that is sagging down, and I am afraid if it were to break completely it might stop the vehicle from being able to turn. Also, is there now extra stress on any of the wiring? Is it flexing and potentially breaking any fuel lines? I have done some reasearch on this, and found a lot of peolple having the same issues with their trucks. Toyota has started putting updated frames with more support for the motor mounts on the 2007 models, knowing there were issues with the 05/06s, but are refusing to acknowledge the problem and fix the ones that have broken.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that a loud noise was exhibited from under the hood while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure. The failure was located at the transmission bell house, which was made of aluminum and causing the abnormal noise. The dealer replaced the transmission bell house several times under the warranty but the failure was not corrected. The bell house continued to exhibit the loud noise. The contact also stated that the sub frame was corroded. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 92,000.
My 2005 toyota tacoma quad cab sr5 has an issue with the transmission. At a complete stop with my foot firmly on the brake my truck lunges forward in a very dangerous abrupt manner as though someone rear ended me. This happens often at stop lights a few seconds after I come to a complete stop. A second issue is that my paint is cracking and peeling on my roof and my clear coat is noticeably bad on the edges of my hood and doors. My truck is not of appropriate age or weather conditions to have these types of paint problems. Toyota refuses to investigate or pay for my issues and just recommends that I go pay a dealer to fix it out of my pocket. I see several others with the exact same problems on many blogs, class action anyone?
This is the 3rd or 4th time my rear end in my 2005 toyota tacoma has blown. Everytime I have a problem with toyota and it reaches three complaints or repairs they deny the claim so it doesn't go against their incidents for recalls. The last rear end went in approx 4000 miles ago from rohrich toyota. Someone really should investigate the practices that toyota and their dealerships have. I have 77000 miles and an extender warranty 10 year 100000 warranty the oem just ran out but I'm still within my mileage and age.
2005 toyota tacoma lunges or surges while holding the brake at light. If I don't hold the brake firm it could rear end vehicle in front of me. Dealer says its normal. And charged me to inspect. Airbag light came on dealer told me it was a part in the airbag and wanted 612.00 to replace stating that it may go off while driving.causing a crash .shouldn't a part this critical be covered for life of truck?
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma with manual transmission. The contact stated that when driving at any rate of speed in fourth gear, the transmission would intermittently switch into neutral without warrant. When placed back into fourth gear, the vehicle would function as normal until the failure would recur. The contact stated he would experience the failure at least once each time the vehicle was operated. The dealer advised the vehicle was not under recall and would not offer any assistance. The contact parked the vehicle and was no longer operating it. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000 and the current mileage was approximately 15,000.
My wife and I bought a "certified used" 2005 toyota tacoma last year. Auto 4x4 ext cab trd with 42k... Great truck but we have the same issue that I've heard so much about. After stopping at a red light, several seconds later it wants to lunge forward. Not every time but probably 1 out of 5 stops. As one owner put it, it feels as though as someone is trying to push you with their car. No, its not the floor mats or one foot on both pedals. So far it hasn't jumped forward and hit anyone but I have read that it's happened.. Plan on taking it in to the dealer so they can give me the run around...
My 2005 toyota tacoma used to lunge forward and accelerate while stopped. It happened over the several years I owned it. I reported this to the dealer and they ignored me. I would always make sure I had the brake depressed hard while stopped.
My son was driving his 2005 toyota tacoma when suddenly he heard and felt a sudden loud noise like a gun shot. He lost all power in his truck. He was able to get his truck off the interstate. He discovered his drive shaft had fallen out! It is a miracle he was not killed! It is only by god's grace that when the front u-bolt broke, the drive shaft broke into two pieces. The rear piece caught on the rear axle. We are pleased he was not hurt, but is this same problem toyota has with its 2010 toyota tacoma? Please look into this problem before someone is killed. *tr updated 09/23/10 * bf the driveshaft had to be replaced. Updated ivoq 09/24/10
2005 toyota tacoma automatic lurches forward at stop after coming to a complete stop. Wife complained that sometimes it felt like she had been hit in rear end. I have noticed the same while driving her truck. She says it has been doing this for a long time. With all the reports on this problem, seems like toyota would do something about it.
Truck lurches forward after complete stop.
I bought my 2005 tacoma about 2 months ago. I have experienced this problem three times now. The last time being tonight after picking up my daughter at work. The truck was accelerating and I was literally standing on the brake and the engine was racing and would not stop. I through it into neutral and it sounded like it was going to explode! I have no rugs in my vehicle, it did not come with any, and I was going to get the all weather mats, but have not bought them yet. The cruise control was not engaged. I do consider myself to be a fairly experienced driver, I use to race a 70 chevelle in the 1/4 mile (this was many years ago.), if I did not have such experience I am sure I would have ran the car up a tree or something. I am scared, I have beat cancer twice and I'll be '!@#$% if I am going to let a faulty tacoma take me out!
My 2005 toyota tacoma engine suddenly accelerated. The pedal moved to floor and stayed there. I immediately pushed in the clutch. I checked to make sure there was no interference from the rubber mat and pumped the pedal several times while coasting. After about five seconds, the engine dropped from redline and resumed normal idle. In an automatic transmission this would have been a highly dangerous condition.
Vehicle surges forward slightly when stopped at stoplight. Happens nearly every time I stop the vehicle without having it in park mode. The severity of the surge seems to be proportional with the velocity of the vehicle prior to stopping (I.e. Surge is more pronounced when stopping from a higher velocity than from a lower velocity). The surge event occurs roughly 2-3 seconds after vehicle comes to a full stop, and lasts perhaps 0.5 seconds then goes away. With the foot on the brake, the vehicle doesn't go very far, but it's a safety concern in the event the surge becomes uncontrollable. Corrective action has been to maintain a greater-than-usual distance from the intersection or from the vehicle in front.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. While driving approximately 15 MPH on normal road conditions, the vehicle lunged forward when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact heard a loud squealing noise coming from the wheels. The gear shifter was placed into park in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure recurred and was taken to the dealer on three occasions, but there were no resolutions. The vehicle is currently operating properly. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was unavailable and current mileage was 45,000. See also 10254167. Dsy
I have a 2005 toyota tacoma trd 4x4 they have replaced my front wheel bearings 6 times know my front diff, the transmission once and my rear end.
I took my 2005 toyota tacoma in for a squeal in the window, under warranty. Sun toyota told me I would need a regulator. I left my truck there for four hours, when I returned to pick it up, they informed me that my clutch was completely warned out. I didn't bring it in for any kind of clutch repair, mind the fact I was only at 26k miles. I asked how did they determined that. The guy in the service dept. Said he, "could feel it with his foot". That I would have to pay $800.00 up front for them to even look at it, and that would just tell them if there is a problem and if it was a warranty item or if I wore it out. I told them there was no way I could have worn out the clutch in 26k miles, they told me that teenagers can wear a clutch out at 18k miles, however I am nowhere near a teenager anymore. So anyway, I did not shell out $800.00. Instead I took my truck to my service man, that has nothing to do with toyota, and told him everything that happened at toyota. He could not believe what I had been told. Then proceeded to check out the truck, put it on a lift, took it down and adjusted the clutch, and told me there is nothing wrong with your clutch, and he didn't charge me anything! After that episode I contacted the bbb, I tried to contact toyota corp., useless! The bbb could not resolve this either. The bottom line is, toyota the company stinks, they will tell you lies, to get money out of you. Then when you prove them wrong. They still won't admit they made a mistake. I love my truck and still own it. However now I tell everyone what a bad company toyota is and to research it before they buy, so far I've talked three people out of buying one. I also have friends that have told me of problems they have had with their toyota trucks!
Automatic transmission on 2005 toyota tacoma 4.0 v6 lurches while stopped and transmission in drive. Transmission also shudders between shifts.
The events leading up to the incident was driving my vehicle on vacation. The motor mount on the vehicle broke, and the engine was leaning to the driver side. Toyota refused coverage for a number of reasons, including saying it wasn't covered under warranty, my aftermarket shocks caused the motor mount to break, my heavy front bumper caused the problem, and they said I drove the truck to hard. Under the magnusson-moss act, I asked them to prove that my aftermarket products caused the failure. They explained that they couldn't do that and offered me arbitration. Because of the cost of renting a car while waiting for arbitration, I decided to fix the truck out of my own pocket and take toyota to small claims court. I won my case, and toyota was ordered to pay me $2,900.00. Since my court case, I have joined an internet forum in which there has been at least 5 other 2005 tacomas with the same exact issue; most recently last week. Toyota needs to recognize this is a problem before someone dies behind the wheel as a result of engine mount failure.
2005 tacoma, trd sport pkg, 6 speed manual behind a v6. At about 27k the clutch pedal started making this horrendous squeak. The dealer performed a tsb to replace the clutch pedal assembly. Squeak was gone for about 6k miles but the pedal sticks. Since that first replacement of the pedal assembly, the dealer greases it every 6-8k miles because the squeak keeps returning and the pedal still sticks! They did replace the pedal assembly a second time however now the pedal feels like it is going to fall off and it still sticks. The last straw was when I brought it to the dealer and they told me that it was "excessive use of the pedal, the truck was not made to drive in traffic". What the heck was it made for?? I drive the highway everyday to work and yes, I occasionally get caught in traffic due to an accident, but that might happen once every other week! Toyota corporate was no help, they said I would have to work with the dealer because I was out of warranty. The dealer doesn't return phone calls and I am stuck with a truck that has a bad clutch pedal!
My 2005 tacoma has had a clutch squeal since it was brand new. Toyota has replaced 2 clutches after 2 release bearing failures in less then 1 years time. After the second clutch the squeal came back within 3,000 miles. The dealer lubed the slave cylinder / clutch fork intersection point. After several trips from 48 hrs to 1 month intervals they lubed it numerous times. Fed up I informed them I would not be coming in constantly to have the transmission lubed. They replaced the slave cylinder and clutch fork. Within 48 hrs the squeal was back. After having the vehicle in for a toyota field tech to look at the replaced the clutch return spring. Within 24 hours the squeal was back. During all the incidents I contacted toyota to keep them informed of the issues. The latest call resulted in escalation as I have requested replacement of the transmission as there is apparently a defect in the casting of the transmission or an internal issue. Toyota called me back to say they would work out a plan with my dealer to fix the vehicle. (this is after 13 trips to the dealer for the same problem between repairs and lube trips.) I was informed I would be called back no later then thursday nov 14th. As of this point there has been no contact and I'm taking legal actions.
Almost daily my 2005 toyota tacoma double cab truck lurches forward during deceleration and also at a complete stop. A few times it has lurched forward a foot or more while idling at a stop sign or stop light. *jb updated 10/16/07
Upon coming to a stop (most of the time...perhaps more then 50%), the vehicle will 'lurch' forward slightly...even when the brake is depressed. This was reported to the dealer a year ago (and is on file with them). I was told that this condition was 'normal'. No action has been taken by the dealer to correct or otherwise stop this condition. It has not been so bad that I could not stop the vehicle (just press the brake pedal harder). Still, if not paying attention, a collision might readily occur in stopped traffic.
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