2005 Toyota Tacoma vs 2005 Toyota Tundra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2005 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 707 | 374 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 337 | 221 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 47 | 33 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,000 mi | 83,840 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tacoma | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 260 | 90 |
| Suspension | 137 | 74 |
| Air Bags | 46 | 83 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 93 | 24 |
| Power Train | 57 | 35 |
| Steering | 61 | 21 |
| Tires | 25 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 228 | 109 |
| Stalling | 28 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 26 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 22 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 10 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
2005 Toyota Tacoma
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.