2005 Toyota Tacoma Underbody Shields Problems
- 71
- 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 71 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- frame rust · 12 records
- rust frame · 8 records
- holes frame · 7 records
- rusted through · 7 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- frame rusted · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 60–100k mi | 14 |
| 150–400k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension · Underbody Shields
2005 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle frame rust. *smd the consumer stated he took the vehicle to the dealer several times, only to be told there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. In 2014, the dealer was amazed at how bad the rust was. *jb
ODI 10692456
Underbody Shields
2005 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle frame corrosion recall problems. *smd the consumer received a recall notice. He took the vehicle to the dealer for an inspection, which revealed there were rust holes in the frame. The consumer was informed it would take three months, for them to receive the frame. *jb
ODI 10715873
Underbody Shields
2005 toyota tacoma. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle frame excessive rusting recall notice issues. *smd the consumer stated toyota determined there was a problem with the steel used on the frames of the toyota tacoma trucks. The consumer stated he was misled about the length of time it would require to complete the recall. The dealer informed the consumer it would be months before the truck would be finished.…
ODI 10731088
Underbody Shields
I took my tacoma to the local dealership for leaf springs and a check of corrosion of frame on december 7, 2014 and found out i had two holes in the frame. The wouldn't let me take my truck, because of safety issues. The dealer gave me a rental care for now at toyota's expense. They said toyota wants to just replace the frame? Then my truck will have a salvadged title in pa. I need to help, i want the same deal…
ODI 10663493
Suspension · Underbody Shields
Nov 17, 2014, i brought my tacoma in for recall frame inspection. It failed. I was told they would order replacement frame. I was told it would be in mid january '15. I called the dealer today. They said no frame arrived and no eta when it would arrive. They guessed mid march, another two months away, but no assurance it was true. I don't drive my truck due to the weak frame. I still pay insurance on it. Why can…
ODI 10672546
Suspension · Underbody Shields
FRAME RUST RECALL. *TR
ODI 10654879
Underbody Shields
Frame on my tacoma is bad rust hole found left front area. *tr
ODI 10653388
Underbody Shields
My truck frame has an inordinate amount of rust and a perforating rust on the drivers side front of the frame approximately 7x6 inches of frame that has just cracked away with rust, i am sure my truck will not pass state inspection this year. Under toyota's limited service campaign my truck should qualify for repairs but toyota corporate does not recognize my truck as needing repair based on the vin number. *tr
ODI 10650521
Underbody Shields
Frame rust/and all connectors with holes, buckling and stalling. *tr
ODI 10650066
Suspension · Underbody Shields
In the summer of 2013 my rear tire feel out from beneath my truck while i was driving. The cross bars that held the tire had rusted through. I filed an nhtsa complaint. Early this spring i brought my tacoma to my toyota dealer to complain about a larger perforation that appeared in my frame. There dealer photographed it, sent it to toyota, and informed me they would call me if toyota was going to take any action.…
ODI 10649294
Suspension · Underbody Shields
I took my vehicle for maintenance and was told that the frame on my 2005 tacoma x-runner is rusted and showing signs of cracking. I called toyota corporate to complain about the issue and was told there was nothing they can do about it since there is no recall or tsb. The rust is so bad that i can no longer drive my vehicle. There was a recall notice for the cold weather states to recoat or replace rusted frames so…
ODI 10643704
Engine · Suspension · Underbody Shields
On my old 1998 toyota tacoma i got the deal on buyback when the frame rusted out so bad with holes in it.then i went out and bought a 2005 toyota tacoma and this truck has rust from end to end on the frame again. When i bought it in 2006 toyota said they had that fixed but this 2005 is alot worse with alot more rust then the 1998.i also took it to the garage to have the power steering pump and alternator and ac pump…
ODI 10641869
Underbody Shields
On the inside of the left frame rail, inside of where the forward cab mount is located, the frame has completely rusted through. Unusual because the rest of the frame from front to back is clean. *tr
ODI 10637181
Underbody Shields
I received the recall from toyota regarding the re-coating for toyota tacoma frames due to corrosion from high salt use areas. I received a call today from my toyota dealer that there was a hole rusted through my frame but toyota would replace the frame and it is still safe to drive. I would, however, be financially responsible for anything that toyota feels they don't want to pay for during the "re-framing". I'm…
ODI 10631911
Underbody Shields
During pa state inspection frame is totally rusted and failed. Holes in frame by engine but entire frame is rusted. Thought it was just surface rust but not that lucky. Only 47775 miles. *tr
ODI 10628126
Suspension · Underbody Shields
I took the vehicle to koons toyota on saturday, aug 2nd for an oil change. The dealer contacted me and advised the vehicle had a frame condition that made it too dangerous to drive the vehicle. When i got there the vehicle was on the lift and the frame had extreme rust and a large hole in it and the exact same hole was developing on the opposite side. I contacted toyota and filed a complaint and received this…
ODI 10622582
Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Underbody Shields
2005 toyota tacoma. Consumer stated issues with frame of vehicle and brake lines leaking. The dealer informed the consumer the frame had rusted through and needed to be replaced. He was informed, it would be two months, before the parts were available to fix the frame. The consumer stated the brakes were fine, when arrived at the repair shop. The consumer believed the repair shop damaged the brake lines, when they…
ODI 10654426
Underbody Shields
I took my 2005 toyota tacoma access cab 4x4 in for service when i was told by the that i had two rust holes in my frame near the front suspension on both sides. One is approximately 1 inch round on the passenger side, the other is approx. 4 inches round on the drivers side. I have had the truck maintained by the same dealership since we bought the truck. I have noticed that the last several years none of the work i…
ODI 10619464
Underbody Shields
When my vehicle had 4000 miles on it i got into a car accident that caused damage to the original frame. The frame was replaced by a toyota factory frame purchased by the auto body that was doing the work from a toyota dealer. I noticed recently that there was a excessive amount of corrosion, warping and a crack in the rear section of the frame that is on the vehicle. I started to research the issue online and found…
Crash reported
ODI 10629698
Engine · Steering · Suspension · Underbody Shields
The following is the dealer inspection report for my truck: "found extreme corrosion to frame. Tow hook and driver side sway bar mount unable to re-attach due to frame perforation front cross member missing (rusted off) found hole in left side of frame. Steering rack mounts extremely perforated, ready to detach. Do not recommend driving vehicle due to extreme damage to frame" truck purchased new, single owner, well…
ODI 10596419
Underbody Shields
Toyota has received reports that certain 2005-2008 model year tacoma vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas (cold climate states) with high road salt usage may exhibit more-than-normal corrosion to the vehicle's frame. Toyota investigated these reports and determined that the frames in some vehicles may not have corrosion-resistant protection sufficient for use in these areas. This combined with prologed…
ODI 10619288
Underbody Shields
Vehicle was in for state inspection and found to have holes rusted in frame which would not pass inspection. Contacted toyota customer service was told at the present time there is no recall in my area which is pennsylvania. I was told that the boston area has a recall on 2005 to 2008 for my vehicle. I do not understand why my vehicle would not be covered under that recall i need help.the vehicle is in excellent…
ODI 10599036
Underbody Shields
Performing an inspection on the chassis of my 2005 toyota tacoma and discovered rusted holes in the frame (one on each frame rail) just behind the front suspension large enough to put my hand through. Toyota has issued a limited service campaign e0d to coat or replaced rotted frames (released 5/4/14) but since i am a resident of the state on maryland and the campaign has not been released in my area yet they will…
ODI 10597196
Underbody Shields
On may 27th 2014 i took my truck to be inspected to find out that the frame has a hole created by rust on the on the drivers side of the truck. I contacted toyota to find out there is no recall available and that there has been recalls in the past for older year models of the toyota trucks. I feel when i was talking with toyota they weren't willing to take any part in helping me with my problems and i feel it is a…
ODI 10596930
Suspension · Underbody Shields
I recently purchased a 2005 toyota tacoma trd sport double cab and discovered it had severe and dangerous frame rust. It has a hole rusted through the frame in the front and large rust flakes are falling off in other various places. Upon doing research, i found out about the massive recalls regarding frame rust on toyota trucks. I spoke with toyota and they said the frame would be replaced if it were currently…
ODI 10588447