My 2005 Toyota Tundra 4x4 Toyota’s frame is completely rusted out, with large rust holes in the frame. At 88,000 miles & is unsafe to drive. Many other people who have the same make and model are having the same problems. Toyota had a recall on the frame but I missed it as I have had a heart attack and kidney failure. I have reached out to multiple dealerships and Toyota’s main customer support in 2022 and even in the last week.. They refuse to do anything.
2005 Toyota Tundra body problems
91 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 128,270. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 91
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- typical mileage
- 128,270
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Body71
- Frame and members: underbody shields10
- Frame and members4
- Body: door1
At what mileage
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Toyota Tundra body problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2005 Toyota Tundra owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The frame is so rusted in my truck my mechanic said it may snap at anytime and is not safe to drive. I know Toyota tundra’s from 2000-2003 have been recalled for same reason.
This report addresses the critical structural integrity concerns related to excessive corrosion, and frame material loss affecting the main ladder frame chassis. The degradation of the frame members poses a significant and immediate safety risk, including potential catastrophic structural failure, detachment of critical components, and failure of safety systems (e.g., braking and fuel lines) mounted to the frame. Location: Mid-frame section (beneath the cab) and rear sections (near the leaf spring mounts and rear axle).
1)Frame is rusting out. Not repairable. 2) Fuel tank strap rusted through and broken.
know issue with Toyota Tundra Frame, and refuse to give option to repair.
We are the first owner of this 2005 Toyota Tundra Limited with only 91K miles. The frame is rusted so badly that we are afraid to drive down the road. This rusted problem could cause potential harm or death to us and others on the road.
The contact owns a 2005 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the sub frame was rusted and had holes. The parking brake and oil warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who determined that the vehicle might not pass a safety inspection due to the position of the holes and rust. The warning lights were repaired but the sub frame was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a frame shop, the frame shop declined to service the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact about an Extended Warranty, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.
Frame rusted thru to point it is unsafe to drive
Frame and suspension is rotted away badly was recall on frame In 2005
Severe frame rust due to cheap frame material. Earlier year models were recalled but 05 and 06 were not, just a limited campaign. Frame looks like it has been coated before, but this is a known issue with these trucks. I have contacted Toyota and they basically said, sorry, we can't do anything.
Questions about the 2005 Toyota Tundra body
Does the 2005 Toyota Tundra have body problems?
Owners have filed 91 complaints about the body of the 2005 Toyota Tundra, 24% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2005 Toyota Tundra body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 128,270 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Toyota Tundra body?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Toyota Tundra have the most body problems?
The Toyota Tundra model years with the most body complaints are 2000 (529 complaints), 2004 (200 complaints) and 2001 (171 complaints).
Other 2005 Toyota Tundra problems
Airbags 83Suspension 76Brakes 41Transmission 35Engine 25Acceleration 24Steering 21Electrical 17Fuel system 12Tires 12Seat belts 5Visibility 4Wheels 4Seats 3Driver assistance 2Lights 2Locks 1
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