Toyota 4 Runner 2005
Model 4 Runner made in 2005 by Toyota got 8 consumer complains as well as 19 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and engine and engine cooling.
Model 2005
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| 5150C | 09/02/2005 | 10016955 | Supplemental restraint system - air bag front rh sensor. repair manual correction. 00400-rm116-5u3. | 10/18/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 04805 | 11/08/2005 | 10018272 | Malfunction indicator lamp on diagnostic trouble code p2742. *ak | 12/20/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 04905 | 11/16/2005 | 10018997 | Malfunction on diagnostic trouble code p0171, p0174. p2195, or p2197 concerning toyota 4 runner 2005-2006. *ak | 01/30/2006 | |
| 04305 | 05/09/2006 | 04305 | 10017317 | No start in sub-freezing ambient air temperatures. *tt | 11/03/2005 |
| 03105 | 07/27/2005 | 10016973 | Excessive sulfur dioxide odor. *sc | 10/18/2005 | |
| 04405 | 09/30/2005 | 10016963 | Excessive sulfur odor. *sc | 10/18/2005 | |
| 01204 | 10/14/2004 | 10010594 | Entering vin during ecm (pcm) replacement and/or diagnostic trouble code p0630. *tt | 12/01/2004 | |
| EQUIPMENT | |||||
| 08102004 | 08/10/2004 | 10010435 | New scantool software, production version 11.0a, is now available on tis. scantool support for 2005 model year vehicles. *tt | 11/22/2004 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL | |||||
| 00804 | 10/11/2004 | 10010573 | Automatic door lock (adl) function. *tt | 12/01/2004 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 00405 | 08/03/2005 | 00405 | 10017320 | The blower motor speed does not match the hvac display indication. *tt | 11/03/2005 |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - ANTI-THEFT DEVICES | |||||
| 5019C | 05/04/2005 | 10016172 | Theft deterrent & door lock - power door lock control system 00400-rm116-5u3. 2004 4runner 00400-rm105-9u2. 2003 4 runner 00400-rm100-1u2. *tt | 09/01/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 5252C | 11/28/2005 | 5253B | 10018665 | Repair manual correction for the automatic transmission fluid. 00400-rm116-5u3. *tt '04 toyota 4runner. 00400-rm105-9u2. *tt | 01/10/2006 |
| STEERING | |||||
| 00105 | 07/28/2005 | 00105 | 10017081 | Steering flutter field-fix procedure. some customers may experience a steering flutter condition while driving at highway speeds. *sc | 10/21/2005 |
| TIRES | |||||
| 01005 | 09/26/2005 | 01005 | 10017615 | Dismounting tires with direct system pressure sensors. *tt | 11/14/2005 |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| 5136 | 07/25/2005 | 05672 | 10016995 | Diagnostics - tire pressure warning system. repair manual correction. 00400-rm116-5u1. *tt my2004. 00400-rm105-9u1. *tt | 10/18/2005 |
| 00104 | 03/16/2004 | 00104 | 10006559 | Direct tire pressure warning system. *tt updated jan. 24, 2007. *kb | 05/05/2004 |
| 00703 | 09/08/2003 | 00703 | 10003957 | Tire pressure sensing transmitter activation procedure during pre-delivery inspection (pdi). *tt update. *tt | 11/07/2003 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 03004 | 08/20/2004 | 03004 | 10009404 | Pre-delivery service (pds). *tt | 09/29/2004 |
| VISIBILITY - SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 00105 | 01/12/2005 | 00105 | 10018386 | Moon roof replacement parts. *ak | 12/22/2005 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 01/29/2006 | 2 | 1 | 07/08/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle surges forward while the air conditioner is on. the vehicle has automatic climate control. heavy pressure has to be applied to the brake when stopping in order to prevent the vehicle from continuing to surge forward when the air conditioner is turned on.. the rpms increase up to 200 - 300 when the air condition turns on. the surging is a constant problem with the vehicle. the dealership determined the problem was normal for the vehicle type. updated 02/13/06. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 11/30/2005 | 2000 | 2 | 09/10/2005 |
| While stopped, my 2005 4runner moves forward when compressor engages. the rpm at idle will fluctuate between 750 and 1100. during the later portion of fluctuation, abnormal brake pressure is needed to keep the 4runner from moving forward. idle speeds can reach 25 mph on flat surface and 45 on moderate slope. if you are cruising at 60 mph and remove pressure from accelerator, vehicle idle will retain 55 mph. toyota claims this is normal. please investigate before this causes a severe accident. if you forget to apply massive force to brake pedal while stopped... someone may idle through an intersection. *jb *nm | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 04/16/2006 | 1 | 07/06/2005 | |
| There is an awful rotten egg sulfur smell being emitted from my 2005 toyota 4 runner when driving with back window open. after doing much research, i see there have been many tsb's issued for 4 runners dating back to 2003 and up to the 2006 models. i brought my car into the dealer, but they tell me my engine is not covered under the tsb's issued. i feel this is a problem that should be covered. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 11/30/2005 | 2000 | 2 | 09/10/2005 |
| While stopped, my 2005 4runner moves forward when compressor engages. the rpm at idle will fluctuate between 750 and 1100. during the later portion of fluctuation, abnormal brake pressure is needed to keep the 4runner from moving forward. idle speeds can reach 25 mph on flat surface and 45 on moderate slope. if you are cruising at 60 mph and remove pressure from accelerator, vehicle idle will retain 55 mph. toyota claims this is normal. please investigate before this causes a severe accident. if you forget to apply massive force to brake pedal while stopped... someone may idle through an intersection. *jb *nm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 07/18/2006 | 23000 | 1 | 05/31/2005 |
| 2005 4 runner v8 had complete break failure at about 23000 miles. vehicle failed to stop at intersection. pulled vehicle into parking lot and the vehicle still did not stop. emergency break had to be applied to slow vehicle down. took vehicle to dealership and tests found that there was a malfunction in master cylinder. this could have been a very disastrous event. there is not warning on the vehicle when such a failure occurs. *nm | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 07/28/2005 | 4500 | 1 | 03/25/2005 |
| Vehicle pulls/drifts to the right at highway speed. steering flutter conditions exist. consequences include steering and suspension component wear and tear. vehicle under went two wheel balances, two wheel alignments, a tire rotation, and inspection by a field specialist on 6 separate repair attempts. as of today, condition still exists. manufacturer will not attempt to fix the problem. a tsb bulletin exists for the model year but manufacturer has said the fix/condition does not apply to my vehicle due to vin. *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 07/28/2005 | 4500 | 1 | 03/25/2005 |
| Vehicle pulls/drifts to the right at highway speed. steering flutter conditions exist. consequences include steering and suspension component wear and tear. vehicle under went two wheel balances, two wheel alignments, a tire rotation, and inspection by a field specialist on 6 separate repair attempts. as of today, condition still exists. manufacturer will not attempt to fix the problem. a tsb bulletin exists for the model year but manufacturer has said the fix/condition does not apply to my vehicle due to vin. *jb | |||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||
| 01/05/2006 | 14808 | 1 | 05/31/2005 |
| 2005 toyota 4runner sport v8 - 14800 miles - built may 2005. the drivers side rear seat window spontaneously shattered. air temperature was approximately 40 degrees with a light rain. the vehicle had been driven approx 18 miles after being parked inside overnight. the vehicle was going approximately 60 mph on a smooth highway with no vehicles near. the glass 'exploded' into the vehicle rear seat with a loud bang. had there been any passengers in the rear seat there would have been cuts. the glass broke into thousands of tiny pieces. *jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GA | ROSWELL | ROSWELL TOYOTA | ||
| MD | WESTMINSTER | 21157 | KOONS WESTMINSTER TOYOTA | 410-876-6400 |
| NY | LATHAM | 12110 | NORTHWAY TOYOTA | 5187831151 |
| NY | SYRACUSE | 13214 | ROMANO TOYOTA | 3154451070 |
| OK | OKLAHOMA CITY | DUB RICHARDSON TOYOTA | ||
| VA | WOODBRIDGE | 22191 | LUSTINE TOYATO | 1-800-459-6564 |