2005 Toyota Tundra Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 3%of 377 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 90,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the engine of the 2005 Toyota Tundra, 3% of the 377 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 90,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Loss of power dealer said I need a secondary smog pump and check valves at a cost of 2158.90 truck has only 38000 miles find out if my info is correct same problem on 2007 thru 2010 and Toyota did extend there warranty. Loss of power a big safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10503311, filed 2013-03, 38,346 miles“Dash light check engine came on and when the dealer informed me that it was this emission control system listed above ( secondary air injection system switching valve no. 2 bank 1 and bank 2) that would cost over $3,000 I went online and saw many tundras and sequoias with exactly the same problem and that the 2007 to 2009 tundras with the exact part numbers were warranted for 10 years, it tells me this is a known problem, so why is there not a recall?”
NHTSA complaint #10480174, filed 2012-10, 54,711 miles“At speeds above 50+ the rear end constantly rumbles and shakes the whole truck. And when pressing the break it does as well. Seat belt locks when trying to put it on. Parking brake doesn't work. Whining and squeaky noise in the rear end. Clunking noise at lower speeds. Engine light is on & won't go off. Tire pressure sensor doesn't work. Rear end seal leak. Driver side window feels like it's gonna fall out. Truck is way too loud and everything is stock. Ac/heat being on makes loud noise.”
NHTSA complaint #11363395, filed 2020-10, 275,600 miles“Secondary injection pump trigger a limp mode which is extremely dangerous on the highway. Toyota has extended the warranty on all vehicle except the 2005, 2006, 2007 which have the exact same air pumps installed. This repair is costing Toyota owners in excess of $3,000.00 with vehicles having having less the 100k miles. This is obviously an emission issue that Toyota should address, the u.s. Has made vw responsible for there shortcomings I think Toyota should be held accountable.”
NHTSA complaint #10822905, filed 2016-01, 90,000 miles“2005 Toyota Tundra double cab. When stationary on cold start: vehicle produces a loud noise and additional carbon monoxide/exhaust, causing additional danger when starting in a garage. When in motion: truck operates as intended until acceleration is attempted, causing a major safety concern when merging onto highways, driving up an incline, or any other driving situation where the gas application is necessary. When in motion: venting and interior air controls cannot be used based on the amount of exhaust that will spill into the cab of the truck. …”
NHTSA complaint #11302247, filed 2020-01, 147,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10164330Jul 1, 2019TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections…
- 10149217Sep 14, 2016TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are…
- 10134223Sep 15, 2015TT: The vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the Engine ECM has been interrupted.
- 10096556Sep 15, 2015Tt: the vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the engine ecm has been interrupted.
- 10132529Aug 24, 2015TechTip: Condition - The vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the Engine ECM has been…
- 10134128Jan 15, 2015TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix…
- 10096036Jan 15, 2015"tsb: flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix…
- 10132812May 1, 2014Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to…
- 10075945Nov 27, 2012Some 2005 - 2009 model year 4Runner, 2006 - 2007 model year Land Cruiser, 2005 - 2007 model year Sequoia, and 2005 - 2006 model year Tundra vehicles equipped with the 2UZ-FE (4.7…
- 10061665Nov 27, 2012Summary to be provided on a future date.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 22% |
| 2025 | 47 | 33% |
| 2024 | 153 | 44% |
| 2023 | 168 | 41% |
| 2022 | 165 | 38% |
| 2021 | 1 | 4% |
| 2020 | 6 | 13% |
| 2019 | 2 | 3% |
| 2018 | 12 | 12% |
| 2017 | 5 | 6% |
| 2016 | 6 | 5% |
| 2015 | 3 | 6% |
| 2014 | 7 | 8% |
| 2013 | 23 | 27% |
| 2012 | 57 | 37% |
| 2011 | 35 | 26% |
| 2010 | 10 | 6% |
| 2009 | 5 | 13% |
| 2008 | 36 | 11% |
| 2007 | 27 | 7% |
| 2006 | 18 | 3% |
| 2005 | 10 | 3% |
| 2004 | 6 | 1% |
| 2003 | 4 | 1% |
| 2002 | 4 | 1% |
| 2000 | 8 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2005 Toyota Tundra
91 complaintsAir bags
83 complaintsSuspension
76 complaintsBrakes
41 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
35 complaintsOther or unknown
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
24 complaintsSteering
21 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsTires
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Toyota Tundra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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