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5TBBT44165S••••••2005 Toyota TUNDRA
This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2005 Toyota TUNDRA build (10 vs 4).
10on this build
335on the model
93builds in total
Most reportedStructure 5Service Brakes 3Suspension 2Tires 1
What owners of this build wrote
StructureAug 2022
The driver's side front frame has rotted out disconnecting the mount for the anti-roll bar. This has happened despite several reports to the dealership going back many years that the frame was rusting rapidly which, upon examination, they said that it was OK. They did apply a…
SteeringJul 2020
I took this truck into my local toyota dealer on july 09, 2015 as part of a recall for a frame inspection. The mileage at that time was 295,801. The dealer said the frame was in good shape and applied a corrosion inhibitor as part of the program. In february of this year, (2020)…
SuspensionMay 2020
At speeds above 50+ the rear end constantly rumbles and shakes the whole truck. And when pressing the break it does as well. Seat belt locks when trying to put it on. Parking brake doesn't work. Whining and squeaky noise in the rear end. Clunking noise at lower speeds. Engine…
Service BrakesApr 2018
Got in truck, started it, brake light remained on. While driving, brakes were soft. Checked brake fluid reservoir, low on fluid. Added brake fluid, pumped brakes- pedal went to the floor. Fluid under right front wheel. Had truck taken to my mechanic - brake line rusted out, all…
Air BagsOct 2014
The contact owns a 2005 toyota tundra. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V350000 (air bags) however, the part needed to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5TBBT44165S466880 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.