2005 Toyota 4Runner Power Train Problems
- 11
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
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
Power Train
Ststionary rear axel housing rusted -leaking oil-inferior steal just like the frame that was replaced
ODI 10936399
Body · Power Train · Suspension
The rear axle rusted so badly that it started flaking apart. The frame is rusted severely in the areas where the rear suspension components attach. The gas tank skid plate rusted until it began to fall off while driving down the road and all of the areas where it was bolted to the frame completely rusted out. The exhaust also rusted through behind the muffler causing it to fall off while driving down the road. There…
ODI 11141370
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle lost power. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The check engine and vsc warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an auto store where a technician pulled up diagnostic trouble codes. The contact spoke with a local dealer who stated that, based on the codes provided, the…
ODI 10865106
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. When the vehicle came to a complete stop, there was a two second delay before the vehicle jolted. The contact stated that it felt as though someone had rear-ended the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently and became progressively worse over time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the driveshaft was lubricated; however, the failure…
ODI 10819952
Body · Power Train · Suspension
Low mileage car and parts of the frame are falling a part. Dealer refuses to service car as it is unsafe. Toyota says they have no problems with the 4runners rusting just there trucks at this time...?
ODI 10726194
Power Train
2005 toyota 4-runner sport edition. Had car parked in driveway. Car was in park with no key in the ignition. 4-year old child climbed into car and put car gear-shft into neutral (no key in ignition and foot was not on brake pedal). Car rolled out of driveway into a busy road. Another car nearly hit the 4-runner. Driver of other vehicle stopped and halted other traffic by honking their horn. Owner of 4-runner heard…
ODI 10353624
Equipment · Power Train
Every so often my 2005 toyota 4-runner will lurch forward at a stop. Its like the vehicle is being rearended. This occurs without warning and at random times during a typical day. The transmission will also lock in 4th gear if while driving on the interstate the vehicle slow suddenly - this is corrected by pulling off the interstate, shutting down the vehicle and waiting a few moments. *tr
ODI 10312726
Power Train
When coming to a stop vehicle tends to shift into first gear late, right at stopping and it feels like a bump or someone hitting you from behind. This depends on how fast the vehicle is stopped. If stopped faster, the vehicle never shifts into first gear at stopping. After the brake is released the vehicle feels as if shifting from second to first gear. Manually down shifting the vehicle in all gears feels normal…
ODI 10314922
Body · Power Train · Suspension
Excesive rust under body. Exhaust system and frame.
ODI 10926250
Power Train
While the consumer was driving 35 mph in her 2005 toyota 4runner a book slid into the shifter knob and knocked it out of drive and into reverse. *nm on two more occasions, the vehicle was stopped on a ramp like hill at a stop light, the consumers foot was off the brake, and before the consumer could apply the gas a loud clanking noise followed by a ratcheting sound as the vehicle drifted backwards. *sc the consumer…
ODI 10115560