2005 Toyota Corolla service brakes, hydraulic problems
28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 2005 Toyota Corolla — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota corolla. The contact stated that when depressing the brake at 50 mph or above, the vehicle would shake violently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where they…”
filed Aug 9, 2011
“I am 76 years old. Own 2005 toyota corolla with 30k miles. Took my car to dealershipfor routine servicing and oil change. Was told I had brake fluid contamination and it would cost $2200. The 2005 toyota avalon and highlanders were recalled for brake fluid leaks. Could it be possible my car had the…”
filed Feb 28, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Corolla years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Corolla | 2 | 7% |
| 2022 Corolla | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 Corolla | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 Corolla | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 Corolla | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 Corolla | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 Corolla | 4 | 1% |
| 2010 Corolla | 101 | 8% |
| 2009 Corolla | 70 | 5% |
| 2008 Corolla | 17 | 5% |
| 2007 Corolla | 27 | 3% |
| 2006 Corolla | 17 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Toyota Corolla
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.