2005 Toyota Tacoma Engine Problems
- 14
- 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 14 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Frame cracked at the motor mount welds, specifically the drivers (right) side motor mount. Causes the motor to drop down leading to a serious, and dangerous condition of having the motor fall out. This problem is most noticeable during driving conditions.
ODI 11093972
Engine · Power Train
I have had the rear end on my vehicle replaced 2x. No hard driving. No signs of abuse or regular wear but has cost me over 2200 each time. The head gasket have now failed and in reading many online sites this is a common problem. My vehicle has been serviced and never over heated. This job is now going to cost me 2500. It started a gurgling noise in the dash and got warm one day. The engine then threw a misfire in…
ODI 11081730
Engine
Driving down the road and head gasket apparently blown after owning for three months. No warning just blew. 30 miles away from highway and no cell service.
ODI 11052644
Engine · Power Train · Suspension · Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that there was a strong vibration coming from the vehicle, the service engine indicator illuminated, and the u-joints had not been properly lubricated from the manufacturing process. The dealer (legacy toyota, 3800 w tennessee st, tallahassee, fl 32304, [redacted]) diagnosed that the tires were the cause of the failures. The dealer did not replace the…
ODI 11101115
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
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. *tr
ODI 10704875
Engine
For my information i would like to know if what i was reading in the internet about my truck is real. So this is my question, i owned a 2005 toyota tacoma with a 4.0 v6 engine that is making a knocking sound with 60,186 miles on the engine. What i found is that those engines is, that they have problems with the # 1and 2 cylinders and will create a hazardous situation on the road. I reed that is a non-public recall…
ODI 10661485
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
My vehicle was parked in the driveway. I started the vehicle and put the gear in drive to move it forward. As soon as i dropped it into drive, the vehicle suddenly accelerated forward with the throttle appearing to be wide open. I had my feet firmly on the brake to keep the vehicle from moving, the back wheels started to slip and "chirp" since the rear end is light. With the accelerator still wide open, i put the…
ODI 10651292
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
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
Engine · Unknown Or Other
After repair of 2 recalls-spiral cable and seat belt, a whining noise started after starting the engine. The whine gets louder as during acceleration. The whine was not there before the repair of the two recalls. *js
ODI 10598040
Body · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while driving in reverse, he noticed the frame under the motor mount was deteriorated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed that the frame was rusted, deteriorated, and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000. Updated…
ODI 10565785
Engine
I was driving on the highway and the check engine light came on. I immediately took it to the toyota dealer as i was right up the street from them. They scanned for the service code and it told them there was a mis-fire in the #6 cylinder. They checked the spark plug coil and said it was faulty and replaced it. When i picked up the truck from the dealer the check engine was still on. They took it back into the…
ODI 10535519
Engine · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
In june 2013 i was approaching an interstate entrance ramp. As i slowed down (foot on the brake) to make the right turn onto the ramp, the vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing the rear end to "fish tail" around, jumping the curb on the right side of the ramp and sending the vehicle down the embankment. I was able to get the vehicle to stop before hitting the fence at the bottom of the hill. Since this first…
Crash reported
ODI 10632642
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle exhibited a loud grinding noise. Upon inspection, the frame that held the engine was found to be cracked. The contact was concerned that the engine could fall out from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was…
ODI 10545017