2004 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2005 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 465 | 374 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 201 | 221 |
| Investigations | 6 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 24 | 33 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 101,000 mi | 83,840 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Tundra | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 200 | 90 |
| Suspension | 152 | 74 |
| Air Bags | 49 | 83 |
| Power Train | 46 | 35 |
| Steering | 26 | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 18 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 24 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 218 | 109 |
| Stalling | 13 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
2004 Toyota Tundra
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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.