2005 Toyota 4Runner Body Problems
- 106
- 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 106 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- frame rust · 20 records
- frame rusted · 13 records
- failure mileage · 11 records
- passenger side · 8 records
- frame rusting · 7 records
- under body · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 26 |
| 100–150k mi | 26 |
| 150–400k mi | 22 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Suspension
Frame has rusted similar to tacoma and seqouiya recalls and do not see why they have not been recalled.
ODI 11032663
Body
Frame rot that should have been included in the tacoma, tundra, sequoia!
ODI 11129339
Body
The frame is rusting to the point where there are holes in many places also the tow hook rusted off, i am concerned the steering will be affected soon.
ODI 11023744
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. While driving approximately 40 mph, the front passenger side of the subframe separated and caused the front axle to fracture and damaged the front control arm. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who indicated that the subframe failure was due to severe rusting and corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…
ODI 11006598
Body
My wife took the vehicle to get a state inspection and was informed it would not pass due to corrosion of the frame. We contacted the manufacturer, nationally and locally, to see what could be done. We were told toyota would not replace the frame and they could not recommend a repair. Essentially, too bad. We contacted several body shops and were told toyota repair instructions advise against welding on the frame…
ODI 11013686
Body
Frame rust issue identical to the frame rust recall issues of tacoma, tundra an sequoia. Learned of it when the vehicle was brought in for trade-in, significantly reducing the value of what the trade-in should have been. The vehicle had been to the same toyota service center for 12 years -- they never mentioned it. Toyota headquarters said they had no responsibility towards the issue and suggesting bringing the…
ODI 11004378
Body · Service Brakes
Received a letter regarding tacoma and tundra was issued a recall. I wonder why 4runner was not included with the recall? Upon visual inspection of body frame and comparing to other 4runner, it does have excessive rust on body frame. We tried to bring it up with the dealer, but no avail. Trade in was the only alternative. Our trust and respect to the agency and hopefully, its not too late before they issue a recall.…
ODI 10995662
Body
Frame is rusted on the front of my toyota that is failed to pass inspection. If required i can send my failed inspection report and pictures of the rusted frame.
ODI 11000434
Body
Severe frame rust has made the vehicle unsafe to drive. The car has only 54,000 miles on it
ODI 10970601
Body
I just bought this vehicle in november 2016 from toyota of kingsport. I had a muffler replaced on 3/29/2017 due to a hole. The technician called me back to ask if i was aware of structure damage to the frame. I was not aware of any issues. He pointed out where on both sides of the frame was rusted completely out. The technician stated that the frame was rusting from the inside out. Now i am concerned because i drive…
ODI 10969868
Body
The vehicle was in for suspension service. The mechanic inspecting the shock system, identified two areas of rust on the frame that a screwdriver easily went through. One on the crossover bar and the other on the rear frame arch.
ODI 10958588
Body
We were advised that our 2005 toyota 4runner's frame had deteriorated from rust to a point where the vehicle is no longer safe to operate. We purchased this vehicle new, done all the advised service, and taken every precaution to assure longevity. It's unfortunate and disturbing that toyota has 'frame recalls' on 2005 tundra and tacoma trucks but not the 4runner. Our vehicle, other than the frame, is in perfect…
ODI 10946953
Body
2005 4runner sport 4.7. I've got 82k miles on it. Clean title and record, no flood damage, accidents, ect... The driver's side lower strut mount broke off while driving. The toyota technician at the dealership said it was due to excessive corrosion and the quality of the metal in the area on the frame was so bad it would be unrepairable and a total loss without a new frame. I was going 20 miles per hour driving…
ODI 10947008
Body
Takata recall, went to fix a tire when the tire was removed there was a chunk of metal that was rusted and broken off. The rust is bad all over the frame of the truck. The bolt doesnt look like it is going to hold on much longer.
ODI 10939800
Body
There is significant frame rust and i am concerned it will result in frame failure and a serious accident. The rest of the vehicle is in great shape as it has been well maintained and garage kept. It only has 135,000 miles on it. I have viewed the significant concerns about this issue on the web along with the nhtsa investigation into this issue. Unfortunately at this time toyota is still refusing to fix the issue.…
ODI 11205118
Body
The frame of the vehicle has extensive rust. The metal frame at the front of the vehicle has rusted completely through. The tow hooks are hanging by the remaining metal and can be twisted off by hand strength alone. The cross members have holes rusted thru as well. The main frame beams are corroding from the inside out. The quality of rust prevention of the frame is very poor. As a comparison, the body panels are…
ODI 10990973
Body
Purchsed the vehicle used and the underside/frame is completely rusted.
ODI 10935521
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
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. While the vehicle was undergoing maintenance at an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the rear subframe was extremely corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.
ODI 10920557
Body
The undercarriage of my toyota 4runner is rusted and falling apart. The calibers have frozen for the second time in the last year due to rust and the front axle has broken. The 2005 4runner has 69,000 miles on it and when i took it to the dealer the mechanic showed me that rust has taken over the frame of my car and explained that due to the excessive rust it would not be a good idea to fix. This car should be able…
ODI 10895043
Body
Frame is so badly rusted it is undriveable. You can push a screwdriver through the frame in most places. Toyota recalled the frames of their other vehicles in the same year, but left out the 4runner. These 4runners are dangerous.
ODI 11121350
Body · Structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 189,000. Updated 01/04/17*lj
ODI 10925720
Body
The frame is completely rusted through in several spots to include several brackets on the underside of the vehicle.
ODI 10881688
Body
Was backing out of a parking space while turning and front-passenger wheel swing arm completely detached from the frame due to severe rust. When attempting to pull onto flatbed tow truck, both front tow-hooks completely pulled out of frame also due to rust. Seems that the frame os completely rusted and unsafe on 11 year old vehicle.
ODI 10881582
Body
Severe frame rust: 2005 4runner sr5 v8 in stratosphere mica blue. Vehicle has been driven in michigan and ohio for its entire life of 104,850 miles as of today. Vehicle received complete rustproofing of underbody, underhood and body panels when new. Despite undercoating and constant washing in the winter, the frame has experienced significant rust. Front cross member is rusted almost completely through and is…
ODI 10876614