2005 Toyota Tacoma Review

2005 Toyota Tacoma is a Crew Cab Pickup 4-dr style car measuring 221.30 in length and 70.10 in height. Made in Mexico, 2005 Toyota Tacoma has 18 trims priced by the manufacturer at 13,415 with just total of 10 recalls in the past 2005 Toyota Tacoma. It’s seating 5 people with 2 doors and a rank size of 21.00 gallon. The engine is 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V and uses 18 of gasoline in the city and 18 on highways.

Make: Toyota
Model: Tacoma
Trims Available: 18
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Driveline: RWD
Seats: 3
MSRP: $13,415 USD
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY
Tires: 215/70R15
Tank Size: 21 gallon

Toyota Tacoma 2005 Trims

2005 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner Double Cab Long Bed V6 2WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 18 City / 22 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner Double Cab V6 Automatic 2WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 18 City / 22 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab V6 Manual 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 20 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab V6 Automatic 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 21 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab Long Bed V6 Automatic 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: CREW CAB PICKUP 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 21 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner Regular Cab I4 Manual 2WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner Access Cab V6 Manual 2WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 16 City / 21 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab I4 Manual 4WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 19 City / 23 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab V6 Automatic 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 17 City / 21 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab I4 Manual 2WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab I4 Automatic 2WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 21 City / 26 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab I4 Manual 4WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 3
MPG: 19 City / 23 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma X-Runner V6 Manual 2WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 16 City / 21 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner Access Cab V6 Automatic 2WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 5A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 18 City / 22 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab I4 Manual 2WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab I4 Automatic 2WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 21 City / 26 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner Access Cab I4 Manual 2WD

Engine: 2.7L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY

2005 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab V6 Manual 4WD

Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6M
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body & Doors: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 16 City / 20 HWY

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

overall
Not Rated
front
Not Rated
rollover
Not Rated
side
Not Rated
* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

overall
front
rollover
side
* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 05V050000 started on /Date(1108098000000-0500)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL CABLE LOCK NUT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATION. IN THIS CONDITION, THE LOCK NUT MAY LOOSEN AND COME OFF, WHICH WILL REDUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PARKING BRAKE.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL IF THE TRANSMISSION IS NOT PLACED INTO THE "PARK" POSITION AND THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON A SLOPE, THUS RAISING THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND TIGHTEN THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL CABLE LOCK NUT TO THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Recall 05V302000 started on /Date(1119931200000-0400)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN REGULAR CAB PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A BENCH SEAT, THE SEAT POSITION AND SEAT BELT BUCKLE SENSOR CONNECTOR PINS ARE INCORRECTLY POSITIONED DUE TO A WIRE HARNESS MANUFACTURING PROCESS ERROR.

Consequence: IN THIS CONDITION, THE SEAT POSITION AND SEAT BELT BUCKLE SENSOR MAY NOT FUNCTION AS DESIGNED, AFFECTING THE ADAPTIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, WHICH IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A CRASH, COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER OCCUPANT RESTRAINT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEAT POSITION AND SEAT BELT FASTENING CONDITION SENSOR CONNECTOR. AN ADDITIONAL SUB-WIRE HARNESS WILL BE INSTALLED TO CORRECT THE CONNECTOR PIN MANUFACTURING ERROR, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 25, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-431-4331.

Recall 06V096000 started on /Date(1144036800000-0400)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR, WHICH IS USED IN THE SIDE AIR BAG, THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAG, AND THE KNEE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY, SOME INFLATORS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF THE HEATING AGENTS NECESSARY FOR PROPER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. IN THIS CONDITION, THE EXPANSION FORCE OF THE GAS MAY BE INSUFFICIENT TO PROPERLY INFLATE THE AIR BAG WHEN THE SRS SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED DURING A CRASH.

Consequence: THIS MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT IN THE INVOLVED SEATING POSITION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPECIFIC SRS AIR BAG. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 6, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371, SCION AT 1-866-548-1851, OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.

Recall 09V223000 started on /Date(1245038400000-0400)/.

Summary: TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."

Consequence: INCORRECT LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS COULD RESULT IN THE VEHICLE BEING OVERLOADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.

Recall 09V388000 started on /Date(1254715200000-0400)/.

Summary: TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.

Consequence: A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: TOYOTA FILED AN AMENDED DEFECT REPORT ON NOVEMBER 25, 2009, STATING THAT DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, ALTER THE SHAPE OF THE FLOOR SURFACE UNDER THE PEDAL. THESE CHANGES ADDRESS THE RISK OF PEDAL ENTRAPMENT DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE FLOOR MAT. REDESIGNED ACCELERATOR PEDALS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE BEGINNING IN APRIL 2010 AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MODIFIED PEDAL WITH THE NEW PEDAL IF DESIRED. ALSO, DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY GENUINE TOYOTA OR LEXUS ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS WITH REDESIGNED ALL-WEATHER MATS, OR REPURCHASE THE PREVIOUS MATS FROM OWNERS WHO DO NOT WANT THE NEW ONES. ADDITIONALLY, SOFTWARE MODIFICATIONS WILL BE INSTALLED ON CAMRY, AVALON AND LEXUS ES 350, IS 350 AND IS 250 MODELS THAT WILL ENSURE THAT THE BRAKE OVERRIDES THE ACCELERATOR IN THE EVENT BOTH BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS ARE APPLIED. TOYOTA WILL BEGIN MAILING LETTERS TO OWNERS ON DECEMBER 31, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331, LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.

Recall 10V035000 started on /Date(1265173200000-0500)/.

Summary: GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.

Recall 10V036000 started on /Date(1265173200000-0500)/.

Summary: SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.

Recall 12V092000 started on /Date(1331096400000-0500)/.

Summary: TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TACOMA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 14, 2004, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2008. OVER TIME, STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION MAY DAMAGE THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMBLY (CLOCKSPRING) THAT POWERS THE DRIVER’S AIR BAG MODULE. IF DAMAGE OCCURS, THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE AND THE AIR BAG MAY BECOME DEACTIVATED.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER’S SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM LETTER IS EXPECTED TO BE MAILED TO OWNERS DURING APRIL 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Recall 13V337000 started on /Date(1375848000000-0400)/.

Summary: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured September 14, 2004, through March 29, 2010; and model year 2011 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured July 1, 2010, through September 7, 2011. If the access doors are repeatedly and forcefully closed, the screws that attach the seat belt pre-tensioner to the seat belt retractor can loosen over time. If the screws loosen completely, the seat belt pre-tensioner and the retractor spring cover could detach from the seat belt retractor.

Consequence: If the seat belt pre-tensioner detaches from the seat belt assembly, the seat belt pre-tensioner will not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in a severe crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assemblies. Based on the inspection, the seat belt assembly will be replaced or new pre-tensioner screws will be installed with thread-locking sealant and a retractor spring cover with stopper ribs to prevent loosening of the screws. These services will be provided at no cost to the owner. The recall began during February 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

Recall 14V604000 started on /Date(1411963200000-0400)/.

Summary: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, to October 11, 2010. In the affected vehicles, one of the leaf springs may fracture due to stress or corrosion. While being driven, the broken leaf could move out of position and contact surrounding components including the fuel tank, possibly puncturing the tank and causing a fuel leak.

Consequence: If the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will install new rear leaf spring assemblies. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

FAQ

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The 2005 Toyota Tacoma is RWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2005 Toyota Tacoma so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2005 Toyota Tacoma is lower than $11,088.

There are 10 recalls recorded in our database for 2005 Toyota Tacoma that’s on average above the average number of recalls per car in our database.

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$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Avalon

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
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1
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Toyota Camry

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
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1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Camry Solara

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
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1
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Toyota Celica

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Corolla

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Echo

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Highlander

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Land Cruiser

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Matrix

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota MR2 Spyder

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Prius

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota RAV4

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
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5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Sequoia

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Sienna

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Tacoma

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

Toyota Tundra

$13,415 - $25,250
18 City / 22 HWY
18 Trims
5
1
4.0L V6 DOHC 24V

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