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5TELU42N45Z••••••2005 Toyota TACOMA
This build draws 3.3× more complaints than the average 2005 Toyota TACOMA build (13 vs 4).
13on this build
619on the model
155builds in total
4involved a crash
Most reportedVehicle Speed Control 6Electrical System 4Suspension 2Engine And Engine Cooling 2
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashFeb 2014
I was pulling into a curb parking space when suddenly the engine on my truck accelerated. My foot was already on the brake so I pushed all the way to the floor but I was slowly moving forward anyway. My brakes were smoking from trying to stop my truck. I hit the back of a parked…
Vehicle Speed ControlcrashDec 2009
On the day of december 10, 2009 I was arriving home from work as I always do. I was preparing to park my 2005 toyota tacoma truck in front of the garage as I always do. As I began to back up the engine roared causing the truck to plunge backward into the garage door and house. I…
Electrical SystemSep 2016
When using air condition or heating it does not go on unless you step on a button located on the passenger side floor which then the unit will regulate and turn on. You can feel a click when you press it on the floor don't know why this is
SuspensionNov 2015
The contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. The contact stated the vehicle was making an abnormal noise while driving at approximately 25 mph. In addition, the vehicle jerked when making a stop. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V604000 (suspension)…
SteeringMar 2015
The contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. While driving at approximately 40 mph, the brakes failed and the steering wheel vibrated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Also, the contact stated that the front passenger side tire wobbled. The manufacturer was not made aware of…
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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 5TELU42N45Z115368 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.