2005 Toyota 4Runner Unknown Or Other Problems
- 42
- 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 42 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- frame rust · 8 records
- passenger side · 5 records
- frame rusting · 4 records
- rust frame · 4 records
- frame rusted · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 14 |
| 100–150k mi | 11 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
I love my 4runner and would like to drive it for many more miles as it runs and drives great. But the frame is rusting out, just like the tacoma and tundra frames that were recalled by toyota. 4runner frames should also be recalled for prematurely rusting out and causing safety concerns
ODI 11253729
Body · Unknown Or Other
Rusted frame of vehicle including cross bar under radiator and on struts attached to wheels. Found during routine maintenance by auto mechanic.
ODI 11207878
Unknown Or Other
The frame of the car is completely rusted with holes in it per my mechanic. Other toyota trucks have been recalled for this issue but not the 4runner.
ODI 11194930
Unknown Or Other
OVERWHELMING AMOUNT OF RUST ON FRAME
ODI 11192022
Unknown Or Other
During a state inspection the shop told me that our 2005 toyota 4runner had some frame rust issues. Since the frame of the 4runner is the same basic unit as the tundra and tacoma that have open recalls for frame rust, the 4runner should be included in the same recall. As you can see in the picture of the aft frame, the corrosion has formed large holes in the frame.
ODI 11182519
Power Train · Structure · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
2005 toyota 4runner sr5 was taken into a certified toyota mechanic for inspection and the mechanic showed me the undercarriage of the vehicle, namely the frame and other associated parts. He warned that it would be difficult to perform maintenance on the vehicle if the frame is rotted through. The vehicle was put on a lift for inspection.
ODI 11180197
Unknown Or Other
Frame rusting through on front crossmember, under radiator. Tow hook completely gone.
ODI 11181762
Unknown Or Other
Frame rust is getting to be an issue. I have one small hole where the metal has given away but the front bumper mount. The vehicle is a 2005 and the frame does not match the rest of the vehicle. I know i am not the first one to talk about this nor the last. Other models of toyota vehicles around this same year have already gotten a frame recall. I would like my vehicle that i have paid a lot of money for to last and…
ODI 11170949
Unknown Or Other
Rear passenger side traction arm broke away from the frame while driving. After further investigation, the entire passenger side frame from the front cross member to the top of the rear wheel is completely rusted away. If this occurred at highway speed instead of 15 mph death would be a high possibility for my 17-year-old son.
ODI 11155736
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
The frame rusted through at the connecting point of the rear passenger side trailing arm. Much of the frame in this area is severely rotted by rust. I noticed that the vehicle was not tracking down the road very well, which was abnormal. Upon returning home i found the problem of the rusted frame.
ODI 11142299
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
2005 toyota 4runner 156k miles with substantial rust and corrosion to frame to the point where mechanic can no longer service the vehicle.
ODI 11165909
Steering · Unknown Or Other
Frame rusted leading to failure of sway bar brackets causing steering to become unstable. This occurred while driving straight down a highway. The repair estimate is total frame replacement.
ODI 11110858
Steering · Unknown Or Other
Brought vehicle to repair shop for muffler and tailpipe inspection. Repair shop found frame cracked and rusted along with steering shaft broken. Repair shop indicated that there is no recall on 4runners yet this is a known problem with the 2005 4runner. Repair shop stated it would cost $6000.00 for new frame from toyota dealer. Hartford toyota superstore has done oil changes on this vehicle since purchase yet has…
ODI 11110093
Unknown Or Other
I love my 2005 toyota 4-runner sr5, it has been an excellent vehicle and i would plan to keep it for another 5 years or so. The body, paint and drive train are in great shape and the car has never been in an accident. The problem is that the frame is rotting out from underneath making it unsafe to drive. I have contacted toyota, case number 1804060267, to see what they could do to no avail.
ODI 11096848
Air Bags · Unknown Or Other
Air bag warning light is on, always on, in motion, park. It won't go off.
ODI 11101787
Unknown Or Other
My problems is the frame is very rusty body still in good condition i say 90 % but the frame is more at 60 % rusty what i can do , i care for safety toyota company , they can take care about this problem are not cost me anything.
ODI 11080070
Unknown Or Other
Faulty denso alternators (re-manufactured): 1/6/17 the original alternator failed in my vehicle (after 11+ yrs) and was replaced (unbeknownst to me) with a re-manufactured denso alternator. On 1/19/18, that alternator failed, after only 1 year and 2 weeks. On 1/20/18 the service dept at the dealership replaced that failed alternator with what turned out to be a defective alternator that did not work because the…
ODI 11066562
Unknown Or Other
I am having deep rust issues on my 4runner v8 limited frame mostly near the catalytic converter. The rust is so bad there is a big hole on both size of the frame 3inch tall 7 inch wide. I have found some loose nuts inside of the frame rails, not sure where they are from and there are a lot of broken frame parts on the frame rails. A 13year old truck shouldn't have that much rust
ODI 11154752
Body · Unknown Or Other
I bought the truck a little less than a year ago, in november of 2017, from a friend. I am the third owner of the truck and know that the vehicle has always been well maintained and serviced. Weeks after purchasing the truck, exiting the highway, the brake system failed. Pedal to the floor, no pressure. I was able to coast the car to a nearby parking lot and had it towed to my mechanic. Upon inspection, my mechanic…
ODI 11130753
Body · Unknown Or Other
Take to shop for leak tramission line the shop owner said my 4runner has cancer and it growing excessive rotting please help i can't stop the cancer
ODI 11172444
Unknown Or Other
The frame is rusted and rotted so bad that it doesn't pass inspection
ODI 11034195
Unknown Or Other
FRAME RUST
ODI 11031436
Unknown Or Other
Purchased vehicle used. Found holes rotted through the frame of vehicle near driver's side wheel well and where lower control arm attaches to the frame. Heavy rust on entire frame of vehicle.
ODI 11121305
Unknown Or Other
FRAME IS ROTTING
ODI 10978596
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Exhaust smell entering cabin, gets worse when accelerating on ramp. Even with recirculation of airflow heat and or air conditioner still smells bad. I have to drive with windows open even in winter. Also rust all over suspension, undercarriage. Please tell if this is a common problem and safety recall. This started shortly after purchasing the truck in 2017 and has gotten worse since. The muffler was replaced…
ODI 11196100