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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 5TEMU52N65Z034477 · Checked Nov 15, 2026
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5TEMU52N65Z•••••• 2005 Toyota TACOMA

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Structure Oct 2014
Frame rust/and all connectors with holes, buckling and stalling
Structure Apr 2014
The contact owns a 2005 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for an unrelated repair. The technician stated that the subframe of the vehicle was corroded and rusted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 81,000
Structure Jun 2007
Mud guards are breaking off for no reason, has to be poor design or defect
Structure Jan 2005
Cabin mount bolts and bushings contract in the cold weather and become loose. There is a loud banging noise heard throughout the cab of the truck. When the weather warms up the sound goes away. Dealer removed the bushings and bolts and realigned to no avail

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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 5TEMU52N65Z034477 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.